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New York City Original Rock 'n' Roll Walking Tour
- Friendly and informative guide
- Two-hour rock 'n' roll tour of the East Village
- See the sites where famous musicians played, lived and hung out
- CBGBs, Electric Circus and former apartments of Joey Ramone, Iggy Pop and Madonna
- Insider tips on the best places to eat, drink and shop in NYC
- NEW Sunday Greenwich Village tour!
Inclusions & Exclusions
- 2-hour walking tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
Either the East Village or Greenwich depending on option chosen at time of booking
11am or 1pm
Returns to original departure point at approximately 2 hours after the departure time
What To Expect
New York City's original rock 'n' roll walking tour begins in the historic East Village neighborhood, home of names like the Ramones, the New York Dolls, CBGB's, Andy Warhol, the Velvet Underground, the Fillmore East, Led Zeppelin, Iggy Pop and many more.Find out where the musicians played gigs, where they lived, even where they shopped and shot album covers. Many of the landmarks on this rock walk have changed, but the memories continue to inspire bands of varied genres to this day. Explore the neighborhood's rock history, focusing on the sites and the artists. Check out CBGB, the legendary birthplace of New York City's rock, punk and folk music scenes. See where Joey Ramone, Iggy Pop, Andy Warhol and Madonna lived. Visit the St. Mark's Hotel and Trash and Vaudeville, an iconic shop for punk rock apparel. Find out why the Velvet Underground is recognized as one of the most important and influential bands of its era.Embrace the rich musical history of this historic Lower East Side neighborhood and get ready to celebrate more than 40 years of rock and roll culture. An additional Greenwich Village Rock Tour takes a look at the people and places that put "the Village" on the musical map - Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, the Animals, Bottom Line, Gerde's Folk City, Bitter End, Woody Guthrie, Cafe Wha, Scrap Bar, Gas Light and plenty more.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as there is a moderate amount of walking on this tour
- Wheelchairs and strollers are permitted. Please keep in mind that the area can be congested with traffic, so smaller strollers are recommended, if possible
- Tour is run rain or shine. In the unlikely event that the tour is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances, you will be given the opportunity to reschedule your tour
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers
- Please advise phone number upon booking in the event of changes to the tour
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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