Half Day Harlem Rhythm And Rhyme Walking Tour

Highlights

  • No other tour company offers a unique tour

  • Visit the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

  • "Crossroads of the Black World" — The Speakers Corner

  • See Langston Hughes’ house

  • Visit Hotel Theresa, the center of African-American life

Summary

The Harlem Rhythm and Rhyme Walking Tour is a great opportunity to learn about Harlem's famous speeches, poetry, as well as books and music that have played a role in making Harlem the vibrant place it is today. 

Tour info

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Harlem is a unique and vibrant neighborhood with a rich culture and history. A great way to experience this history firsthand is by taking the Harlem Rhythm and Rhyme Walking Tour with Debi Kops, a long-time Harlem resident, tour guide, and historian. On this tour, you will learn about the powerful words that were spoken on Harlem’s streets and written in books, shared through music, and how these words helped shape the culture of the community. Poetry, speeches, and other forms of expression were used to create a strong identity for Harlem and its people. By booking a spot on this tour now, you can gain knowledge about the history of Harlem and its culture from someone who has lived there for years. You will be able to understand how important these speeches and poems were to the community, which made it one of the unique places in NYC. 

What’s included?

  • Walking Tour

  • learnLearn about the powerful words that were spoken on Harlem’s streets

  • Sightseeing

  • Lunch

  • Bottled water

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Before you go

  • Duration: 2h 30m

  • Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

  • Accessibility: Stroller accessible

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final .

Redemption information


    Confirmation necessary? Yes
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

A full-service tour company operating since 2004, Welcome to Harlem specializes in the rich history and cultural diversity of Harlem. Over the years, we have collaborated with local business and organizations to bring special events to our clients. Our tours are designed for clients who expect the best: we pride ourselves on our extensive tour guiding experience and meticulously planned, smoothly run tours. We provide custom tours, educational tours, and weekly live jazz and annual gospel concerts. We can arrange tours for groups of all sizes. We LOVE Harlem and are VERY PROUD of our neighborhood, and this is what differentiates us from the rest.

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