Self-Guided Wall Street Walking Tour: Discover NYC

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Tour Details

Tour Type: Walking
Duration: 1 - 2 Hours
Distance:2.2+ Miles
Audio Stories: 25+
Purchase Qty: One Per Person
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Welcome to the Self-Guided Wall Street Walking Tour

This comprehensive Self-Guided Wall Street Walking tour uncovers New York’s iconic landmarks, including the Charging Bull, New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), 9/11 Memorial, One World Trade, and lots more. While people at Wall Street work at a frantic pace our New York city tours on the other hand let you experience the city’s many wonders at your own pace. Do check our other New York city tours here.

About the Tour

This self-guided audio and GPS Wall Street tour, also known as ‘Touro de Wall Street’ begins near Fraunces Tavern, where American revolutionaries plotted their rebellion against the British Empire over 200 years ago.

Continue on to the “best bar in the world” and hear how immigrants from Ireland and other European countries totally reshaped early New York. Then visit the extravagant Alexander Hamilton Custom House — you can probably guess how it got its name!

Next on our Wall Street tours adventure, you’ll head to Wall Street and meet the famous Charging Bull sculpture face to face. Hear the unusual story of how this piece of guerilla artwork found a permanent home here.

The tour route continues past New York’s famous Trinity Church, a towering landmark featured in movies that served as an impromptu shelter during 9/11.

Then, head to the New York Stock Exchange to learn about the immense amount of money that passes through here every second!

Looking for a more controversial landmark? You’ll find it here on Wall Street, owned by Donald Trump and the site of more than a few lively protests over the years. Hear about the folks who rent business space here, including some seriously seedy characters.

Then, stop by the Federal Reserve, home to the world’s largest cache of gold bars. Just across from this, you’ll see Liberty Tower, which once housed German spies!

Check out the famous Red Cube sculpture on your way to Zuccotti Park, which served as the headquarters of the Occupy Wall Street movement. Learn all about the movement and what it hoped to accomplish, then continue on to the somber 9/11 Memorial and triumphant One World Trade Center, one of the tallest buildings in the world, all included in our Wall Street Walking tour.

Despite all the new constructions, some of this district’s oldest roots still remain. You’ll see those next, at Saint Paul’s Chapel, built way back in 1766! Finally, head to City Hall Park to visit the gorgeous New York City Hall, Tweed Courthouse, and hear about the corruption that plagued each construction. This NYC Wall Street tour comes to an end near City Hall.

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Wall Street Walking Tour Map

Where To Start?

Starting Point Address: 61 State St, New York, NY 10004

How Does It Work?

Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions.
Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. If there are multiple versions or entrances for your tour, be sure to download all audio guides.
To begin touring, go to the starting point and launch the app.
The audio starts automatically once you reach the starting point. Stick to the tour route and speed limit for the best experience.
Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.

What You'll See

Welcome FiDi
Your tour of Wall Street and Manhattan's financial district begins at the edge of Battery Park. From here, you'll really get to know the ins and outs of the city's beating heart, from the revolutionary history if this neighborhood to the development of the modern day Wall Street powerhouses.
Fraunces Tavern
This tavern is absolutely loaded with history. It's here that many of America's Founding Fathers met to discuss the coming revolution as the British crown continued to squeeze the colonies. Today, in addition to still operating as a restaurant, the tavern hosts a museum on its upper floors that's definitely worth a stop for any history buff.
Dead Rabbit
This strangely named Irish bar was named the best bar in the world two years running. In addition to being a great spot for a drink, it also highlights the important history of Irish immigrants in New York City.
Portals
This unusual landmark contains fragments of old New York, with some even dating back to the days when it was called New Amsterdam! It's a bit like getting a glimpse back in time.
National Museum of American Indian
The National Museum of the American Indian is a branch of the esteemed Smithsonian Institute. It features a staggering 800,000 artifacts, ranging from South American gold coins to Inuit whalebone carvings from the Arctic. Anyone interested in anthropology simply must stop here.
Alexander Hamilton Custom House
Now a museum, this surprisingly lavish Custom House is an indicator of Manhattan's rising prominence on the global financial scene during the late 1800s and early 1900s. It gets its name, of course, from Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, the same one now immortalized in the hit Broadway musical.
Museum Statues & Bowling Green
Across from Bowling Green, New York City’s oldest park, you'll find a collection of statues with a long, and sometimes peculiar, history. The land, however, has a much longer history of human habitation, which you'll learn about here.
Charging Bull
Sculpted in 1989 by Arturo Di Modica, the Charging Bull sculpture is Wall Street's most famous statue, but did you know it was initially placed here illegally? You'll get the full story, as well as the various controversies while admiring this impressive bit of public art.
Fearless Girl
Part symbol of empowerment, part marketing ploy by an asset management company, the Fearless Girl sculpture is a popular new addition to Wall Street's public art. It was once placed directly opposite the Charging Bull, but has since been moved to a permanent place outside the New York Stock Exchange.
Trinity Church
This church dates back over 300 years, but not in its current form. The first two structures were heavily damaged and needed to be rebuilt. The current church was constructed to withstand the test of time, and so far it has passed that test with flying colors.
New York Stock Exchange
The heart of American finance and the world's largest stock exchange by far. About $170 billion pass through this exchange every weekday, but it has surprisingly humble beginnings.
Federal Hall
Behind the impressive pillars of this hall, the American government was born. This is where George Washington was sworn in as the first President of the United States. It's also where the Constitution and the Bill of Rights were ratified.
40 Wall Street The Trump Building
Currently owned by Donald Trump, this towering structure has been host to numerous scandals over the years. As you admire its gleaming exterior, you'll learn all about the sometimes outlandish schemes and legal troubles of more than a few of the tower's corporate tenants.
Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve is definitely an imposing building from the outside, but what's even more impressive is what's within. This reserve holds around 497,000 gold bars in its vault! Visitors can take guided tours of the vault on weekdays with a reservation.
Liberty Tower and Chamber of Commerce
Liberty Tower has seen all kinds of interesting tenants. Franklin D. Roosevelt set up shop here before he became president, as did a crew of German spies during World War I!
Red Cube
This huge sculpture is exactly what it sounds like. According to the sculptor, "The cube signifies chance, like the rolling of dice." It's quite a sight up close!
Zuccotti Park and 117 Broadway
Zuccotti Park served as the heart of the Occupy Wall Street protests in 2011. Protestors tried to maintain a constant presence here as the demonstrations continued day after day. Here, you'll get to revisit that turbulent time and uncover the reasons behind it all.
World Trade Center Memorial
A somber, essential memorial. The 9/11 Memorial honors the 2,977 men, women, and children killed when two hijacked airliners flew into the World Trade Center buildings in 2001.
One World Trade Center
One World Trade Center stands at nearly 1,800 feet, making it the tallest building in the nation. When it was built, this was the most expensive building ever constructed, and it shows. This gleaming symbol of American ambition is a can't-miss landmark.
Oculus
A bizarre, one-of-a-kind train station that functions not just as a transit hub but also as a shopping destination. The Oculus is also a great sightseeing spot, and makes for some truly excellent photo ops.
St. Paul's Chapel
Built in 1766, this is the oldest surviving chapel in Manhattan. It was also frequented by George Washington himself! After the attacks on 9/11, this chapel became a round-the-clock relief center for first responders.
The Woolworth Building
This striking neo-gothic tower was one of America's very first skyscrapers. It was also the tallest building in the world until 1930.
City Hall Park
This historic park once served as a sort of town commons for the city. During the leadup to the American Revolution, New Yorkers gathered here to protest British overreach. It's also the spot where George Washington read the Declaration of Independence to a crowd!
New York City Hall
New York City Hall is one of the oldest and most photogenic city halls in the country. It was designed by an American and a French architect and combines the two nations' distinctive styles in a totally unique way.
Tweed Courthouse
No expense was spared in the construction of this gorgeous courthouse... even when it should have been. Here, you'll get the full story on the corruption scandal behind this picturesque structure.
Brooklyn Bridge & Conclusion
Dating back to 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge is an essential New York landmark you'll definitely want to photograph. Your tour concludes here.

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Tour FAQs

The Wall Street New York Self-Guided Walking Tour is a comprehensive self-guided tour that explores iconic landmarks in New York City’s Wall Street area. It provides visitors with the opportunity to discover historical sites and learn about the city’s rich heritage at their own pace.

This walking tour covers several significant landmarks, including the Charging Bull sculpture, New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), Trinity Church, Federal Reserve, Zuccotti Park, 9/11 Memorial etc.

There are 21 historically significant sites in the Wall Street Historic District. But a walking tour of the Wall Street district will take you around more than just Wall Street itself. Read more here.

The tour typically begins near Fraunces Tavern, a historic site where American revolutionaries plotted their rebellion against the British Empire over 200 years ago.

Yes, you have the flexibility to take breaks during the tour and explore landmarks at your own pace. You can pause the audio narration whenever you like and resume when you’re ready.

Yes, the tour includes a visit to a controversial landmark owned by Donald Trump, which has been the site of various protests over the years.

Trinity Church is a towering landmark featured in movies that also served as an impromptu shelter during the 9/11 attacks.

The duration of the tour is 1-2 hours but can vary depending on your pace and the amount of time you spend at each landmark.

The Wall Street walking tour typically concludes near City Hall Park, where you can visit New York City Hall, Tweed Courthouse, and learn about their historical significance and construction history.