Bob Dylan arrived in Greenwich Village in January 1961 and within a year was on his way, and this walk visits the clubs, couches and cafés where it happened. Stops include Gerde's Folk City, where his career-making New York Times review was written, Cafe Wha?, where he played harmonica for a dollar a day, and the street from the Freewheelin' cover. If you know the songs, walking these blocks with the backstory is a thrill.
What to expect
The tour covers about two miles of Village streets in two hours, pausing outside former clubs and apartments while the guide shares stories and context. It begins at Hebrew Union College on West 4th Street and ends further west on the same street.
Good to know
- Take the A, B, C, D, E, F or M train to W 4 St–Washington Sq; the tour meets in front of Hebrew Union College at 1 West 4th Street.
- The walk is about two miles, so wear comfortable shoes.
- The tour is best suited for ages 12 and up.
- Exact meetup instructions are sent after you book.
- Fans of the wider folk scene will get plenty beyond Dylan himself.
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Common questions
Where does the Bob Dylan walking tour meet?
In front of Hebrew Union College at 1 West 4th Street; it ends at 161 West 4th Street.
How long is the tour?
About two hours and two miles.
