Explore Lower Manhattan sites relevant to the slave trade and discover the history of the Underground Railroad on this 2.5-hour walking tour!
Follow your guide from Battery Park to Wall Street to the African Burial Ground and discover the early African-American history of New York and how African-Americans impacted the creation of the city. You'll visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America.
Then, discover the exciting history of the Underground Railroad, a network of clandestine routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans primarily to escape into free states and Canada. You'll learn about the revolts, kidnappings, and dramatic escapes that occurred during the era of American slavery. Hear the stories of real New Yorkers who risked their lives and properties to help people escape slavery.
You'll view historic sites like Fraunces Tavern, Trinity Church, Federal Hall, NYC Stock Exchange, Wall Street, and the African Burial Ground National Memorial.
Guided walking tour
Tips (optional)
