What You Will Do
Take a thrilling journey though mob history on this walking tour in New York's Little Italy, where some of the most notorious events in American gangster lore took place.
Start with the violent tactics of early black hand gangs and the battles to control the liquor trade during prohibition, leading to the rise of Joe "The Boss" Masseria.
Learn how Lucky Luciano revolutionized organized crime with The Commission of Five Families and his unlikely deal with the government during World War Two.
See the infamous Ravenite Social Club and follow the rise and fall of Dapper Don John Gotti.
Meet Lieutenant Petrosino, an early crime fighter, and Frank Serpico, who risked his life to expose police corruption.
End with visits to the spots where mobsters "Sally Bugs" Briguglio and Crazy Joey Gallo met their bloody demise.
Optionally, see locations from The Godfather and continue to Five Points, the notorious neighborhood popularized by the film Gangs of New York.
Distance: 1 mile / 1.5 km
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Meet on the sidewalk next to the DaSalvio Playground at 44 Spring Street on the corner of Mulberry. Look for the guide in a white cap. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before the start time as the tour will start promptly on time.
1
Little Italy
40 minutes
Learn about early Black Hand gangs and how they evolved into the Mafia during prohibition and Lucky Luciano who created The Commission of The Five Families.
2
Ravenite Social Club/Former HQ Of Gambino Crime Family
15 minutes
See where Dapper Don John Gotti held court.
3
Lt. Petrosino Square
15 minutes
Meet Lieutenant Petrosino, an early crime fighter against the Black Hand gangs.
4
The Police Building
15 minutes
See Police Headquarters, and learn about Frank Serpico, a cop who fought against corruption.
5
Umbertos Clam House
15 minutes
Head to the restaurant where Crazy Joey Gallo met his bloody end.
6
20 minutes
See the notorious neighborhood where gangs battled in the 19th Century, popularized by the film Gangs of New York.
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