Half Day Harlem Rhythm And Rhyme Walking Tour

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. 

• 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

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. 

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers