How Money Was Made Wall Street Walking Tour

From$49
2 hours
New York City, USA

Full description

Discover the financial and political roots of Wall Street, from the Native American origins of early trading in the Americas to the influences of European merchants and the rise of the American Financial system. We explore the financial crises caused by stock market crashes, the impact of aggressive economic growth on diverse populations, and the rebirth of Lower Manhattan after the devastating events of 9/11. Meet the visionaries, financial innovators, women pioneers, Robber Barons, and forgotten enslaved laborers who helped shape the history of Wall Street.

Included / Excluded

  • A licensed guide
  • The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) {No entry}
  • Bowling Green Park
  • The Alexander Hamilton Custom House
  • The Netherland Monument in Battery Park
  • Gratuities
  • Entry to The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)

Meeting point

Start Location

1 Bowling Green, New York, US

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed

Traveler reviews

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Great guide (Charles) and tour!

Charles the guide was great and clear!

Vacation67451992180Sep 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Highly recommended

Great experience with our guide Charles, shared pretty good information about the financial district and NYC in general.

Pioneer20797733181Sep 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great experience

The guide Charles was great 👍

Wander47274497968Sep 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great guided tour

The tour was great, the duration and things we saw were great. The tour fits the expectations. Especially the tour guide Charles was great an explained many interesting things about the history of New York and USA! I would always recommend this tour!

arijanz2026Sep 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Wallstreet experience

Kevin is a really good guy and a really good speaker. The tour was enjoyable and informative with a lot of details. Thanks

451laszlogAug 24, 2026TRIPADVISOR