This walk covers the Village's twisting streets from Washington Square Park, and what lies beneath it, to secluded courtyards and alleys most New Yorkers walk past. You pass former homes of Mark Twain, Edith Wharton and Jackson Pollock, cafes where Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix started out, and Stanford White architecture. If you think you know the Village, reviewers say this walking tour is full of locals who learned otherwise.
What to expect
Meet at Father Demo Square at Bleecker and Carmine and set off with a guide who stops every few blocks for stories and background. Expect a relaxed two-hour pace with plenty of standing. The tour finishes at Jefferson Market, a short walk from the West 4th Street subway.
Good to know
- Best suited for adults and kids over 12.
- Starts at Father Demo Square; the A/B/C/D/E/F/M to West 4th Street is closest.
- Wear comfortable shoes for two hours on your feet.
- Listen to the Bowery Boys' Greenwich Village podcast episode beforehand if you like context.
- Private tours are available for groups.
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Common questions
How long is the Greenwich Village walking tour?
About two hours.
Where does it start and finish?
It starts at Father Demo Square and ends at Jefferson Market, near the West 4th Street and Christopher Street stations.
Is it good for kids?
Bowery Boys says it is best suited for adults and children over 12.
