--- title: Two-Hour NYC LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 53 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 37 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 20 of 71 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/two-hour-nyc-lgbtq-history-walking-tour/ --- # Two-Hour NYC LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour In our comparison: #20 of 71 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Join us on our Village Pride Walking Tour! On this tour around Greenwich Village, we will visit historic sites where revolutions began, riots were sparked, and history was made. We will see common threads within the LGBTQ+ generations who have lived life in New York City, sharing their stories throughout the tour. You’ll also learn more about individual stories of Queer activists and the major political and social movements that have shaped the LGBTQ+ community over time. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Our tour begins at McCarthy Square, - Starts 10:00, 11:00, 14:00: 3 departures a day - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €53 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 37 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Christopher Street Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00, 11:00, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 5.0 from 37 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 37 of 37. - 5 stars: 37 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Photo opportunities at the historic Stonewall Inn - A walk through the historic Greenwich Village district - An informative and engaging guide ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Hear the story of the 1966 “Sip-In” organized by the Mattachine Society, a pi...** (15m) - Hear the story of the 1966 “Sip-In” organized by the Mattachine Society, a pivotal pre-Stonewall protest for LGBTQ+ rights. 2. **Learn about the former site of the first LGBTQ+ bookstore on the east coast, ...** (10m) - Learn about the former site of the first LGBTQ+ bookstore on the east coast, marked by its historical significance and connection to LGBTQ+ literature. 3. **Gay Street** (10m) - Visitors will be able to see Gay Street, take photos, and learn the history. 4. **Stonewall National Monument** (5m) - Learn more about the original 1978 Gilbert Baker rainbow flag and its enduring role as a symbol of pride and resistance. 5. **The Stonewall Inn** (15m) - Hear firsthand accounts and stories of the Stonewall Riots of 1969, its key figures, and its lasting global impact. 6. **Explore curated exhibits and understand how this space preserves and honors L...** (10m) - Explore curated exhibits and understand how this space preserves and honors LGBTQ+ history. 7. **Reflect on the monument’s meaning, its dedication in 1992, and how public art...** (10m) - Reflect on the monument’s meaning, its dedication in 1992, and how public art helps preserve LGBTQ+ stories. 8. **Visit Manhattan's LGBT Community Center to explore rotating art and history d...** (10m) - Visit Manhattan's LGBT Community Center to explore rotating art and history displays, learn about the Center’s role in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, and discover how it continues to support the community through programs and events. 9. **New York City Aids Memorial** (15m) - Learn about the history of the NYC AIDS memorial and AIDS activism that started in NYC and started a global movement. ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 10:00, 11:00, 14:00 - 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 Our tour begins at McCarthy Square, across from Morandi Restaurant (located at 211 Waverly Place). If you see a tall flagpole and some benches, you're in the right place! Ends: We will end at the LGBT Community Center. ## 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 - Specialized infant seats are available - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #20 of 71** | €53 | 2h | 5.0 (37) | 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 #20 of 71 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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