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Ghosts of Greenwich Village: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour

New York City, USA
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May 30, 2025
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Ghosts of Greenwich Village: 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
Adult
Ages: 13-99 years old
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What You Will Do

Dig up Manhattan's spine-chilling past on this 2-hour private walking tour of Greenwich Village, known as one of the city's most haunted neighborhoods. Together with a guide, you'll head to some of the village's spookiest spots, including Washington Square Park and NYU's Brown Building, and hear tales of lost children, celebrity ghosts, and park-dwelling phantoms.

What's Included?

  • Local guide
  • Private tour

What's Not Included?

  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

The tour meets on the in front of the Waverly Restaurant at 385 6th Avenue(corner of 6th Avenue and Waverly Place)Our guide will be there to greet you at the confirmed time of the tour holding a white and blue checked flag with our logo on it. If you are running late, please call out office

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Greenwich Village

2 hours

Meet your guide at a location in Greenwich Village, and start your private walking tour by learning why the Village has such a rich array of resident ghosts and suspected hauntings. Pay a visit to the Poe house, where famed writer of mystery and macabre Edgar Allan Poe once lived, and hear tales of his time in New York City. Then continue to Washington Square Park, learning about the park’s 'Hanging Tree' and the events that gave it its name en route. Once in the park, view its marble arch and listen to spine-chilling tales of what makes this one of the city’s most haunted public spaces. Next make your way to the Brown Building, site of the infamous Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. Victims of this tragedy are said to still wander the building's halls to this day. Stroll up 5th Avenue to see the Church of the Ascension — supposedly haunted by artist John Lafarge — before stopping at 14 West 10th Street, reportedly the most haunted residential address in Manhattan. This house is thought to be home to 22 different spirits and has been the site of several murders. Make your way into the heart of the West Village, passing the former house of American poet Emma Lazarus, as well as one of the most beautiful libraries in New York. Your next stop is 12 Gay Street, which is haunted by several spirits, including former New York City Mayor Jimmy Walker. Along the way, pass the Stonewall Inn and Sheridan Square, where the Stonewall Riots of 1969 occurred. Cross Christopher Street for a visit to the historical piano bar known as Marie’s Crisis and Chumley’s, a legendary speakeasy that recently reopened as a restaurant. Your tour concludes at the Cherry Lane Theatre, Manhattan's oldest Off-Broadway theater and home to a few actors who never left the stage after death.


Additional Information

This activity is operated by Top Dog Tours Inc.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Involves a moderate amount of walking
  • Operates rain or shine, please dress accordingly
  • The tour takes place at night — dress for colder weather
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please note: the operator reserves the right to deviate from the route of the tour in the event of marches, parades, and circumstances beyond their control
  • Minimum 2 adults per booking
  • Once the tour begins, if you make the decision to not follow the guide or their instructions, we cannot guarantee we can reunite you with the group.
  • Guests who bring alcohol or drugs to the tour or show up intoxicated will be asked to leave the group and will not receive a refund.
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.

Guide Options

  • Guide - English
  • Guide - Italian
  • Guide - French
  • Guide - Spanish

Customer Reviews

No room for sickness or emergencies if not planned 2 days ahead
1.0
(tripadvisor)
2025-04-27
We had a multigenerational vacation for our last vacation as a family before college. We were excited for the Ghost Tour of Greenwich and the DC and Marvel Tour in New York. I had a severe allergic reaction the day of the first Tour, so I called and emailed trying to reschedule, but I instead got charged full price, and it was part of the NY Pass, so I was not paying separately. I tried to then cancel the second one, knowing I still was unable to do a walking tour, and again had to go scan passes and then leave to avoid being charged for something included in the pass. The only company involved in the pass like this. Everyone else was wonderful, and once I was able to recover, we could do some stuff. I understand the need for the no-show policy, but I wanted to reschedule, not cancel. This company had no room for error, so I now know to never book with them and would advise using caution. Cost me over $200 for something included in a pass I had already paid for.
Joel is amazing
5.0
(tripadvisor)
2025-04-24
The tour always fantastic for anyone who maybe questioning if it’s worth it. It was filled with key historical information, really setting the scene for the stories that would later develop of the locations history. All was made better by an enthusiastic guide Joel, who was extremely knowledgable and presented the tour in an empathetic, and passionate manner. 10/10
5 Stars! Would come back and do it again!
5.0
(tripadvisor)
2025-04-04
We had such a great time on this tour! Brianna, our guide, did an amazing job and was very knowledgeable about, not just the supernatural ghost stories, but the area in general. I did this tour with my husband but hope to return to NYC with my teenager daughter soon and would definitely consider repeating the tour so my daughter can experience it as well.
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