Stonewall & NYC's LGBTQ+ History: A Private, Proud Walking Tour

New York City

Before Stonewall Secret Gay History of New York City. This walking tour explores New York City's LGBTQ+ history before the Stonewall riots. It shows how drag queens, poets, and rebels helped the LGBTQ+ community grow. The tour takes you through Greenwich Village, a safe place for LGBTQ+ people from the 1600s to the 1960s. Expect to walk the same streets where Walt Whitman wrote his famous poems. The tour guide will share stories about LGBTQ+ icons and the secret places where queer culture grew. Visit places like Julius' Bar, the Stonewall Inn, Washington Square Park, Christopher Street, and Bleecker Street. The tour shows the tough and amazing stories of queer people in a city that loves different people. An expert guide leads the way. The tour does not include transportation or tips.

New York City

Fabulous Hell's Kitchen Walking Tour: Step into the heart of Manhattan's iconic Hell's Kitchen, a neighborhood pulsing with history and vibrant stories. This walking tour, led by a charismatic local guide with over a decade of experience, offers an intimate exploration of the area's evolution, from its gritty past to its thriving present. What to Expect: Participants will visit key sites such as Manhattan Plaza, The Westside Theater, Fountain House, and preserved tenement houses that echo the late 1800s. The tour reveals Hell's Kitchen through the eyes of a long-time resident, sharing colorful anecdotes about its notorious gangs and its significant contributions to LGBTQ+ nightlife and culture. The guide offers a tutorial on fan clacking. The tour also includes an interactive quiz game with a prize for the winner. This engaging 2.5-hour experience is kept to a small group of just 12 people, guaranteeing a personalized and immersive journey. The tour includes sunscreen, tips and recommendations, a hand fan loan, a mobile phone charging bank (iPhone), a local guide with in-depth knowledge of the neighborhood, and a photo taking service. What's excluded includes Public Transportation, Bottled Water, Meals, and Snacks.

New York City

Pride Tours NYC's LGBTQ Historical Walking Tour explores pivotal sites like Christopher Park and Stonewall Inn. Discover the LGBTQ+ community's history before, during, and after the Stonewall Uprising, learning about the rise of Pride. A portion of proceeds supports Heritage of Pride, skill levels are not required and is suitable for all.

New York City

The Pride in NYC Before Stonewall Walking Tour explores pre-Stonewall LGBTQ+ history in the West Village, spanning from the 1890s to the 1960s. Discover hidden stories and significant locations, gaining insights into the struggles and triumphs of NYC's early LGBTQ+ community. Learn about pivotal moments in queer history.