Central Harlem African-American Culture Walking Tour
New York City, USA
2 hours
Art & Culture
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Walking Tours
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History
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City Highlights
What You Will Do
Considered the Mecca for African-Americans at the turn of the century, Central Harlem is home to Jazz, Lindy Hop and Swing, and continues today to be one of Harlem’s most vibrant for the arts, dining and shopping.
What's Included?
- Guided tour by licensed tour guide and Harlem resident
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 guide will be in front of the Capital One Bank, 700 St Nicholas Avenue, on the NE corner. Directions to the meeting point: Take the UPTOWN A, B, C ,D subway lines to the 145th Street Station. Use the 145th Street to exit station.
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Apollo Theater
Learn about Central Harlem during the Harlem Renaissance and Civil Rights era, as well as the current developments of the area. Stroll around the 125th street shopping corridor, visit the African Market in Little Senegal, and see stately homes and architecture in the historic district. See and learn about the Apollo Theater, Speaker’s Corner, Hotel Theresa and other sites contributing to the rich and diverse history and legacy of Harlem.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Harlem One Stop Inc.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is a walking tour. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
- This tour focuses on neighborhood history. It does not include visit to church or music.
- Tour may be moderately difficult for the physically challenged.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
Customer Reviews
What a great tour, above all expectations!
2023-11-21
What a great tour, above all expectations! We were guided by Dr. Taylor, who speaks and tells the story of Harlem with enthusiasm and passion. Our group were 40+ students and teachers and we loved every moment of it. For almost 3 hours we visited so many historic places, with great inside information, even the house of Hamilton, the Harlem Y and the Apollo. Thanks again for this perfect experience!
What a great tour! The best ever!
2023-11-12
What a great tour! The best ever. Our guide, Dr. Taylor, was just perfect: telling the story of Harlem from the past to the present, walking us through the neighboorhoud with many great stories, and with such a great passion! We were a group students and professors of a European Conservatoire, and we got the best information we were all looking for. Great! This one we will remember for the rest of your life, for sure!
Incredible, intresting and fun tour of Harlem!
2023-10-02
Dr. Keith Taylor gave us an incredible tour of Harlem! He wa so knowledgeable and the fact that he is a Harlem native with generations of history and ancestry made it even more rich.
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