Harlem Walking Tour: Mt. Morris Park Historic Dist, w/ Lunch

Highlights

  • See some of the famous Harlem brownstones in Harlem today

  • Stroll across 125th Street, dubbed “the heartbeat of Harlem”

  • See the landmarks Hotel Teresa and the Apollo Theater

  • Visit the local park where Summer of Soul happened in 1969

  • See where Tammany Hall bosses lived and the Doctor's Row

Summary

 The Mount Morris Park Historic District is NYC brownstone capital. Being one of the earliest landmarked districts in the five boroughs. On this tour, you will see, admire, and learn about this historic district, and have lunch.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Adult: (8-64 years)
$75.00
Child: (0-7 years)
$0.00
Commentary

Why take this tour?

In 1971, Mount Morris Park Historic District was proclaimed to be a historic district by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. On this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a local park, the  secret location of Summer of Soul and famous Harlem landmarks while seeing the unaltered streetscapes of late 19th and early 20th-century brownstone townhouses and churches that represent the district’s eclectic style.   This is one of Harlem's breathtaking  architectural  neighborhoods you don't want to miss seeing.  

What’s included?

  • Professional guide

  • Lunch

  • Learn about this wonder area and 125th Street

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Before you go

  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes

  • Bring a camera

  • Bring an open mind and heart, and a smile on your face

Covid Policy

  • Face masks provided for travelers

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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