The Village is at its most walkable on a quiet morning, before the brunch lines form, and MAS's director of tours uses that calm to read its buildings like a textbook. Expect artist history mixed with architectural oddities and a crash course in Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate and tenement styles. If you want a slow, smart walk before brunch, this is it.
What to expect
The group meets at a spot shared after registration and walks quiet side streets for two hours, stopping to study facades and hear stories about the artists who lived and worked there. The pace is relaxed, with plenty of pauses to look up at cornices and doorways.
Good to know
- The A, B, C, D, E, F or M to West 4th St or the 1 to Christopher St are the nearest stops.
- The meeting point arrives by email after registering.
- Tickets are non-refundable unless MAS cancels.
- Plan brunch nearby afterward.
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Common questions
Who leads the Greenwich Village walking tour?
Ted Mineau, MAS Director of Tours.
What architectural styles does it cover?
Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate and tenement buildings, plus some oddities.
