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title: Artistic, Alternative Greenwich Village Private Walking Tour
lang: en
type: tour
city: New York
country: United States
price: 163
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.92
reviews: 998
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 37 of 71 (Walking Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-21
data_updated: 2026-10-21
canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/artistic-alternative-greenwich-village-private-walking-tour/
---

# Artistic, Alternative Greenwich Village Private Walking Tour

In our comparison: #37 of 71 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Experience Greenwich Village's artistic legacy with ExperienceFirst on this top-rated walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, delve into the captivating history of this creative enclave that has been home to artists like Edgar Allan Poe, Bob Dylan, and Jimi Hendrix. Uncover hidden gems and lesser-known stories that you wouldn't discover on your own. Wander through the winding streets, visit historic Washington Square Park, and immerse yourself in over 200 years of Greenwich Village's rich cultural history. This intriguing and enjoyable tour also explores the neighborhood's role in the birth of the gay rights movement and takes you to famous TV locations, such as the Friends apartment building.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please meet your guide on the SW corner…
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 8 start times: between 09:00 and 16:00
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €163 per person
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.92/5 from 998 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: ExperienceFirst
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21

## Reviews

4.92 from 998 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 987 of 998.

- 5 stars: 946 (95%)
- 4 stars: 41 (4%)
- 3 stars: 4 (0%)
- 2 stars: 2 (0%)
- 1 star: 5 (1%)

## What's included

- Professional, entertaining, local guide

## Itinerary

1. **Greenwich Village** (2h) - Explore one of NYC’s most cultured neighborhoods with one of our expert guides
2. **Washington Square Park** (15m) - Stroll Washington Square Park, a peaceful oasis built atop a forgotten cemetery

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

Please meet your guide on the SW corner of 6th Avenue & Waverly Place. The guide will be there 15 minutes before the tour starts and they will be wearing an orange hat. 

Ends: Tour ends near the intersection of Christopher Street & 7th Avenue. 

## Good to know

- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Please wear comfortable shoes
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriatel

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €326 | €163 |
| 4 | €364 | €91 |
| 6 | €438 | €73 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Walking Tours start at €23 per person.

## Compared with other Walking Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #37 of 71** | €163 | 2h | 4.92 (998) | private |
| [Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour - from Chelsea Piers](/usa/new-york/tours/manhattan-adventure-sightseeing-boat-tour-from-chelsea-piers/?format=md) | €90 | 1h | 4.99 (727) | shared |
| [Hamilton and Washington Revolutionary Walking Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/hamilton-and-washington-revolutionary-walking-tour/?format=md) | €48 | 3h | 5.0 (217) | shared |
| [NYC Private Walking Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/nyc-private-walking-tour/?format=md) | €1541 per group | 4h | 5.0 (185) | private |

Ranked #37 of 71 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €180, median €44; typical length 2h. 15 of 71 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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