“Money never sleeps.” – Wall Street (1987)
But sometimes, it talks. And on this tour, it has stories to tell.
Alexander Hamilton didn’t just inspire a musical. He shaped a neighborhood. Before his face landed on the $10 bill, he helped build the financial engine that powers the world, right here in Lower Manhattan. And the very street he walked down? Still alive with deals, drama, and echoes of the empire’s past.
This isn’t just where money moves. It’s where history clings to the cobblestones. Every building has a secret. Revolutions were brewed in taverns. Fortunes rose and fell with the flick of a pen. Between glass towers, you’ll find hidden chapels, bronze beasts, secret vaults, and stories deeper than any market crash.
This self-guided audio walking tour turns Wall Street into your storyteller. GPS-guided and packed with surprising insights, it plays automatically as you walk. No schedules. No crowds. Just you and the city that never stops hustling.
Grab a pint of revolution at Fraunces Tavern, where America’s Founding Fathers toasted freedom. Meet the Charging Bull, a guerrilla art piece that became a global icon. Look up at One World Trade Center, a soaring symbol of resilience. Stand outside the New York Stock Exchange, where fortunes are still made and lost. Wander through Zuccotti Park, once the heart of Occupy Wall Street. Peek beneath the Federal Reserve for hidden gold vaults, and across the street, whispers of spies. Step inside Saint Paul’s Chapel, an 18th-century survivor of fire, time, and tragedy. Then end with scandal and splendor at City Hall Park and the infamously corrupt Tweed Courthouse.
Warning: This tour may inspire sudden urges to invest, run for office, or question your life choices at the sight of a bronze bull’s shiny rear. Proceed with ambition.
Traveling for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Great timing. Several host cities also happen to be Action Tour Guide destinations. Use flexible self-guided audio tours to explore more between matches, with GPS-triggered stories that fit your schedule and pace.
With the New York Self-Guided Walking Tours Bundle, you unlock multiple NYC routes in one go, from Central Park and Midtown to Brooklyn, Wall Street, and Battery Park.
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Wall Street Walking Tour Map
Where To Start?
Starting Point Address: Battery Park Control House, 3825 State St, New York, NY 10004, United States
How Does It Work?
- Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions.
- Download the app (while in good Wi-Fi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours. If multiple versions or entry points are available for your tour, be sure to download all the audio guides.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to the car stereo via Bluetooth, USB, or Aux, and bring headphones on walking tours. CarPlay and Android Auto are currently not supported; we’re working toward a solution with Apple.
- 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.
Audio Story Highlights
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Welcome FiDi
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Fraunces Tavern
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Dead Rabbit
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Portals
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National Museum of American Indian
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Alexander Hamilton Custom House
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Museum Statues & Bowling Green
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Charging Bull
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Fearless Girl
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Trinity Church
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New York Stock Exchange
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Federal Hall
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40 Wall Street The Trump Building
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Federal Reserve
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Liberty Tower and Chamber of Commerce
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Red Cube
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Zuccotti Park and 117 Broadway
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World Trade Center Memorial
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One World Trade Center
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Oculus
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St. Paul's Chapel
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The Woolworth Building
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City Hall Park
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New York City Hall
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Tweed Courthouse
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Brooklyn Bridge & Conclusion
Preview The Tour
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.
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Inclusions and Exclusions
App on your phone: A link to download the Action Tour Guide App and Password for your tours.
Easy to use: Stories play automatically via GPS, hands‑free. Assistance available all day via call, chat, or email.
Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Tours are valid forever.
Interactive audio stories: Experience local history and culture through clear, concise narratives from experienced narrators.
At your own pace: No group. Take breaks for photos, snacks, hikes. Go at your own pace.
Offline use: No cell signal or Wi-Fi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
Don’t miss a thing: Enjoy a full itinerary, travel tips, narrated videos, text guides, and hidden gems.
Transportation, parking fees, food, and drinks.
Entry tickets or reservations for any attractions along the route.
Car Rental: Please arrange a rental car at the closest airport or train station.
