--- title: The Secret Speakeasies and History Experience! lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 36 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.79 reviews: 73 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 57 of 71 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/the-secret-speakeasies-and-history-experience/ --- # The Secret Speakeasies and History Experience! In our comparison: #57 of 71 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Step right up, history seekers! Get ready for a guided walking tour that's as vibrant as the city itself. We're serving up a tantalizing blend of NYC Prohibition tales & immigrant history, all while leading you to the crème de la crème of historic bars, pubs, & speakeasies. Picture this: mingling with globetrotters & locals alike, rubbing elbows like old friends, & toasting with cocktails that are the real deal!! Over the span of three exciting hours, you'll not only indulge in some socializing but also soak up the stories that have woven early 20th century America into its one-of-a-kind cultural tapestry. And trust us, these tales are like secret ingredients in the cocktail of NYC's unique melting pot culture. So put on your walking shoes, bring your curiosity, & join us for an evening that's as rich in history as it is in camaraderie & cocktails. Let's raise a glass to uncovering the hidden gems & stories that make this city the incredible melting pot it is today! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet on 8th Avenue between 49th Street… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 5 start times: between 16:00 and 19:30 - Food not included: Drinks and food available for purchase at… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €36 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.79/5 from 73 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Telltale Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 16:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.79 from 73 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 69 of 73. - 5 stars: 66 (90%) - 4 stars: 3 (4%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 2 (3%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 6:30pm Tour | €36 / person | English | - | | 7:30pm Tour | €36 / person | English | 7:30pm Session Night Tour | | 7:00pm Tour | €36 / person | English | - | | 5:00pm Tour | €36 / person | English | - | | 4pm | €36 / person | English | - | ## What's included - Dedicated licensed host/guide for the evening - Visit at least three of NYC's iconic bars and speakeasies - Free admission and express entry at each location - Recount the unique history of Prohibition Era New York City ## Not included - Drinks and food available for purchase at the venues, Ctredit card and processing fees may be added. - Gratuity ## Itinerary 1. **Times Square** (pass by, no stop) - Walk through historic Times Square 2. **Manhattan Skyline** (pass by, no stop) - Panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline from a rooftop lounge, including the Empire State Building up close. 3. **Theater District** (pass by, no stop) - The home of Broadway shows and great restaurants.. 4. **Hell's Kitchen** (pass by, no stop) - Immigrant stories of the this legendary and historic neighborhood which played a prominent role in the Prohibition Era New York City ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 16:00, 17:00, 18:30, 19:00, 19:30 - 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 Meet on 8th Avenue between 49th Street and 50th Street. There is a bike rack in front of the building and Carnegie Diner is visible across the street. ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Dress code is upscale casual. No sportswear or ripped clothing permitted. ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #57 of 71** | €36 | 3h | 4.79 (73) | shared | | [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 #57 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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