Before Stonewall Secret Gay History of New York City

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Before Stonewall Secret Gay History of New York City

By Top Dog Tours Inc.

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Overview

Explore the vibrant and often overlooked queer history of New York City on this engaging walking tour. Discover the stories of drag queens, poets, and rebels who shaped the LGBTQ+ community before Stonewall and the modern rights movement. From the 1600s to the 1960s, Greenwich Village served as a sanctuary for visionaries and pioneers. Walk the streets where Walt Whitman created his iconic poetry, uncover the lives of LGBTQ+ icons, and learn about the underground venues that fostered queer culture. This tour reveals the gritty, glamorous, and poignant moments of queer resistance in a city that continues to thrive on diversity.

Journey through centuries of LGBTQ+ history in NYC's Greenwich Village
Hear compelling tales of trans, lesbian, gay, and queer icons and the underground nightlife where they thrived
Visit historical landmarks tied to LGBTQ+ pride and resistance
Enjoy insights from an expert licensed guide who brings the past to life

Activity location

640 Broadway
- 640 Broadway
- 10012, New York, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

640 Broadway
- 640 Broadway
- 10012, New York, New York, United States

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Before Stonewall Secret Gay History of New York City

2h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 11:00

Price details

£29.45 x 1 Adult£29.45

Total

Until Fri, 28 Nov

What's included, what's not

Expert Licensed Tour Guide
Private transport
Air-conditioned vehicle
Service charge

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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Julius' (Pass by)

A popular LGBTQ bar where the "Sip-In's" took place, an event that predates Stonewall. Helped change service laws in bars and restaurants against LGBTQ patrons.

The Stonewall Inn (Pass by)

The location of the 1969 Stonewall Riots. Today a popular LGBTQ Bar and National Landmark. Did you know the Mob owned it?

Washington Square Park, New York (Pass by)

One of NYC's most popular parks. Centre of LGBTQ life and community.

Christopher Street (Pass by)

Main thoroughfare of LGBTQ visibility in New York City

MacDougal Street (Pass by)

A street once filled with secret speakeasies and tearooms catering to the LGBTQ community, now one of the most popular streets for comedy clubs, cafes, music venues and quick bites.

Location

Activity location

640 Broadway
- 640 Broadway
- 10012, New York, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

640 Broadway
- 640 Broadway
- 10012, New York, New York, United States

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