Private Haunted and Historic Audio Tour in Greenwich Village

New York City , United States of America

Private Haunted and Historic Audio Tour in Greenwich Village

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55m - 1h

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About this experience

Explore Greenwich villiages spooky sites that are said to be haunted by Mark Twain, Thomas Pain and Aaron Burr, to name a few! Go at your own pace and schedule, this tour is all out side and navigated by technology in our walking tour app (NOT THE VIATOR APP).

On our haunted adventure I’ll be guiding you through these spooky streets and taking you to the most haunted and historic buildings, restaurants, bars, stomping grounds of F Scott Fitzgerald and Hemingway, the house of death, speakeasies, theaters and most haunted park this old city has to offer.

And I’ll share with the tales and ghost stories of old Mark Twain, Thomas Paine, Arron Burr, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Howdie Doodie, The Gay Street Phantom, Emma Lazarus, the pauper cemetery and many more spooky tales.

By the end you’ll be familiar with the area and be an expert in local paranormal activities.

This tour is not for the faint of heart. The tour starts at the Cherry Lane Theater.

Available options

Private Haunted and Historic Audio Tour in Greenwich Village

What's included

Outdoor tour on our Walking Tour app

Detailed itinerary

The tour starts here and you'll hear about its spooky story and how the building is still haunted by one of the people that once lived here, and performed here.

Stop 2

The tour will stop at multiple famous points tell you the stories of famous characters such as Thomas Paine, Aaron Burr, Mark Twain and many more who still haunted the streets and buildings of the city.

Stop 3

The tour stops outside of the Cafe where you'll hear about Thomas Paine, his impact on history, and how he is said to still haunt this building.

Stop 4

The tour ends at Washington Square park where you'll hear the stories of it's past as a cemetery, hanging grounds and much more.

Stop 5 Pass by

The tour stops outside the historic restaurant that was once the home of Aaron Burr and now is said to be haunted by him.

Stop 6

The tour stops outside the library where you'll hear the history that of it's time as a courthouse. And the ghosts that now linger here now.

Stop 7 Pass by

The tour stops at this home and also the death home where you'll hear about the famous writers that lived here, including Mark Twain, and their spirits.

What's not included

Food and drinks

In person guide

Available languages

Audio guide

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Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This is all outside on our walking tour app.

Meeting point

The tour starts outside of the Cherry Lane Theater where you'll hear it's haunted tale, then you'll be guided step by step through the streets telling you the haunted history of each site.

Important notes

Thank you for booking the Haunted Greenwich Villiage tour on the WalknTours app!

This is a tiny company, just me (Hi I’m Greg!), and I’m here to help :). If you have questions text 617-991-3269. Your ticket is below.

Quick overview:
1. Get the WalknTours app
2. Register
3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code 'burr1003' to unlock it

Full ticket:

HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR
*Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code 'burr1003'.
*If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code 'burr1003'

Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android.
App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/walkntours/id1457662600
Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.walkntours

Step 2: Register an Account or Login

Step 3: Open the Tour
Select New York as your city
Select the Haunted and Historic Greenwich Village tour and click it.
Click "Enter Experience Code"
Enter the Experience Code 'burr1003'
Click apply
The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime.

To take the tour go outside Cherry Lane Theater and press play.

Have questions? Email us info@walkntours.com or text 617-991-3269.

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Language

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Currency

US Dollar (USD)

Time Zone

EST (GMT-5) / EDT (GMT-4) (Daylight Saving Time)

Electricity

120VV, 60HzHz

Safety Information

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Important Precautions:

• Be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
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• Use common sense and trust your instincts

Getting there

By air

John F. Kennedy International Airport • 24 km (15 miles) from downtown
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Penn Station, Grand Central Terminal

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