Explore More Washington Square and the Birth of 5th Ave
Discover the wonders of New York, United States with this unforgettable experience. The tour also explores how early Fifth Avenue’s refined “blue blood” society gave way to the bohemian spirit that Greenwich Village became known for. Visit one of Manhattan’s oldest cemeteries tucked on a quiet side street, hear the story behind a Village townhouse turned into a bomb in the 1970s, and discover how Washington Square evolved from a potter’s field into an iconic cultural hub. This walk offers a lively look at two centuries of transformation in one of NYC’s most storied neighborhoods. Highlights of your tour include: See some of the oldest surviving mansions on lower Fifth AvenueLearn how early Fifth Ave sparked the rise of the Gilded AgeExplore iconic and hidden alleys of Greenwich VillageVisit one of Manhattan’s oldest cemeteries tucked on a quiet side street. Stops on this tour include:Washington Square ArchWashington MewsThe Salmagundi ClubSecond Cemetery of Congregation Shearith IsraelThe Rare Gas Lamppost at Patchin PlaceMacDougal AlleyThe Hangman’s Elm. This tour includes: Guided tour in English. Celebrate Fifth Avenue’s 200th anniversary with a walk through the historic stretch where the city’s most famous boulevard first took shape. Stroll past some of the oldest surviving mansions near Washington Square and learn how this once–rural area transformed into New York’s first elite address, inspiring the lavish lifestyles that later defined the Gilded Age. Along the way, you’ll spot the last. Duration: 1 hours 30 minutes. Book your Washington Square and the Birth of 5th Ave today and create memories that will last a lifetime!