LGBTQ+ Village Pride History Walking Tour
Our local for this tour
Michael - The Queer History Enthusiast
Experience details
Destination
New York City
Category
Art & culture tours
Duration
2 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English
What's included
Private guide
Here’s an overview of your 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. Sites include the historic Stonewall Inn, the Gay Liberation Monument, the NYC AIDS Memorial, the LGBT Community Center, and more.
Your itinerary
Meeting point
McCarthy SquareTBD
TBDJulius'
Learn about the Julius' Sip-In, one of the earliest gay rights protests.Gay Street
Take a photo at the iconic Gay Street sign in the West Village.The Stonewall Inn
Visit the place where Pride began and learn about the famous Stonewall Riots.Gay Liberation Monument
See the monument that honors LGBTQ+ history and the Gay Liberation Movement.Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center
Take a break at the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center to learn more about Stonewall and it's legacy.Former Craig Rodwell Residence
See the former residence of the person who led the first Pride March in NYC.Liberation House
Visit one of the earliest LGBTQ+ Centers that existed during the Gay Liberation Movement and learn about it's impact in the community and the world.NYC AIDS Memorial
Learn about AIDS activism at the epicenter of the Movement.LGBT Community Center
Explore the LGBT Community Center, learn about current resources, and stop at an LGBTQ+-owned cafe and LGBTQ+ bookshop.
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Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
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Michael
The Queer History Enthusiast
Michael5.010 reviewsI speakEnglish
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private guide
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Fabulous and Engaging
"Michael's Village Pride walking tour of Greenwich Village was fabulous and engaging. Michael is articulate and has taken his deep understanding of LGBTQ history and facts and turned them into a cultu...
- 5.0
Highly Recommend!
"Great experience! Extremely informative. I feel like I learned so much about a part of the city I already know and love. Michael was fantastic. He struck the perfect balance between professional expe...
- 5.0
Thought-Provoking
"Excellent tour from Michael—knowledgeable, energetic, and thought-provoking."
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
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During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our local for this tour
Michael - The Queer History Enthusiast
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