Private Walking Tours™ | Historic Harlem & Gospel Choirs™

Private Walking Tour of Harlem with Gospel Choir™

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Private Walking Tours™ | Historic Harlem & Gospel Choirs™

Duration

4-hour

Type

Private

Language

Mobile Voucher Accepted

yes

Cancellation

Free up to 8 days in advance of the experience

Harlem's Soulful Journey

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Embark on an immersive private walking tour through Harlem, a neighborhood rich in history and culture. Discover the beauty of Sugar Hill, the legacy of the Apollo Theater, and the historic significance of New York City's oldest public college. Your journey culminates in a soul-stirring Gospel Choir performance during an authentic Sunday Service.

Discover Harlem's Gospel Heritage

Experience the emotional depth of Gospel music in a local Harlem church, where hymns and songs about faith come to life. Learn about the origins of this powerful musical tradition, rooted in African-American culture, and feel the choir's energy resonate within you.

Explore Harlem's enchanting streets and learn about its pivotal role in African-American history. From the elegant Sugar Hill to the iconic Apollo Theater, each landmark tells a story of resilience and cultural richness. Your private guide will tailor the tour to your interests, ensuring a personalized experience.

HARLEM'S RICH HISTORY

Uncover Harlem's Dutch origins dating back to 1658 and its evolution into a hub of African-American culture. Learn about the neighborhood's role in civil rights movements and visit historical districts like Mount Morris and Sugar Hill, showcasing elegant townhouses and significant landmarks.

Highlights of Harlem with The Gospel Choir

Private 1.5/2-hour Walking Tour With Professional Guide.

Authentic Gospel Choir Experience During Sunday Service

Visit To Apollo Theater and Other Significant Sites In Harlem

Customizable Itinerary Based on Your Interests

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Customizing Your Harlem Experience

Due to Harlem's size and the time spent at the church service, it's impossible to cover everything in one morning. Your guide will suggest key landmarks to visit based on your location and preferences, crafting a unique itinerary that brings Harlem's spirit to life.

RESPECTING THE SANCTITY OF SUNDAY SERVICE

Joining a Harlem Gospel Church service is a privilege that comes with responsibilities. As a place of worship, it's essential to dress appropriately and respect the sanctity of the Mass. The service is a spiritual experience, not a performance, and lasts about 2 hours.

Inclusions

Private Walking Tour
A Guided Walk around Harlem approx. 1.5 / 2-hour long
Sunday Mass Service with Gospel Choir in local Harlem Church
Professional Tour Guide

Exclusions

Gratuities
Public Transportation
Church Donation - Suggested Donation $5/$10 per person
For Group from 7 people up, mandatory Church Donation of $10 per person

Pricing

Starting Rate: $87.50 per person, based on a group of four participants.

Please Note:

This is a private tour experience; prices are subject to change without prior notice.
The rate per person will vary depending on the final number of participants.

Gratuity (Tip) Policy
Should I Tip My Tour Guide?
The gratuity (tip) is not included in the tour price.

Our guides are passionate professionals who love bringing our destinations to life. While gratuities are never required, they are always appreciated as a gesture of thanks for excellent service. The typical suggested tip range is 12–22% of the tour cost.

Additional Info & FAQ

WEATHER NOTICE: All Walking Tours are performed rain or shine, please check the weather and dress appropriately. It is at the discretion of the operator in case of extreme weather conditions or for reasons of force majeure to decide to cancel the tour or to postpone it to a later date. If the alternative date is not conducive to the customer, the tour will be refunded completely.
Please note that all venues included in the tour description, including, but not limited to, restaurants, attractions, and museums may change without prior notice.

Policy & Disclaimers

Inclusions: As outlined in the "Included in the Price"
Exclusions: Everything else not specifically outlined in the "Included in the Price"
Booking Fees: Please note all reservations are subject to a 3% booking fee - This 3% Booking Fee is applied to all sales and is never refundable.
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How to
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Map & Directions

This is a private walking tour which includes the complimentary meet & greet at your Hotel, if centrally located in Manhattan between Battery Park and 125th Street. The Tour Guide will meet you at your hotel at the selected time, and you will start your tour from there. If you prefer to meet the guide somewhere else, we can accommodate that as well.

All Meet & Greet in Manhattan (from Battery Park to 125th street) are complimentary.

For hotels located north of 125th Street or outside Manhattan, please note there will be an additional $35 fee. Alternatively, the guide can suggest a convenient location (in Manhattan) based on the selected itinerary where you can meet to start the tour. Please contact us if you have any question, and we will be happy to assist you further.

Testimonials & Reviews

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4.9

Based on 305 reviews

What They
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Alessio C. | TripAdvisor

Unforgettable holiday in New York, fantastic tour operator Irene, who introduced us to the city in all its beauty by telling us the story and describing passionately the life of the place. [...] Irene, I was able to see a Yankees tie as a fan, a dream of mine in the drawer..thanks for your help. Top. Thanks.

From TripAdvisor - May 2025

Alice P. | Google

During my recent trip to New York, I had the pleasure of meeting Irene who accompanied us on a tour of the city, and the experience was unforgettable. From the first moment, she was welcoming, knowledgeable and incredibly passionate [...]

From Google - Feb 2025

Barbara G. | Google

We relied on them to organize a group tour in New York. Professional, precise, helpful, friendly. We can only thank Mr. Tony, who followed us impeccably in the planning, and his daughter Irene, an extraordinary guide, who showed us New York in a way that we will not forget. [...]

From Google - November 2024

Antonella G. | Google

I am the owner of a Travel Agency. We are Italian in Erba, Eolo travel, I brought a small group and I entrusted myself to Tony. We received great service from start to finish. Punctuality and excellent guides.Thank you for the wonderful experience!!!

From Google - May 2024

Pierangelo G. | TripAdvisor

Irene? as I have already said elsewhere, she truly deserves all the compliments that are paid to her. Available, friendly, prepared, in short, if you need an Italian speaking guide in New York, she is the right person. You deserve 5 stars and more!

From TripAdvisor - April 2024

Carmine S. | Google

An extraordinary experience: I had the pleasure of having Irene as my guide for two days and thanks to the passion she puts into guiding you through the streets of NYC, the anecdotes, the trivia she lets you discover, and the facets she shows during the tour you can't help but fall even more in love with this wonderful city.

From Google - February 2024

Giuseppe M. | Google

Excellent guide, excellent organisation, Irene always ready to respond, available in every topic with competence, you can feel the passion for her work. Her voice accompanied our tour, we will miss you!

From Google - January 2024

Erica F. | Google

[...] unique, very professional, courteous, friendly we can only write positive adjectives, you made us feel at home and have the desire to return. Super recommended. Erica, Marco, Annalisa and Giuseppe.

From Google - December 2023

Giorgia M. | Google

We did 2 tours together with our guide Irene in one day, Hoboken and the East side. What can I say, in addition to the wonderful places, she has made everything more magical [...]

From Google - January 2023

Breanna A. | TripAdvisor

Irene was a FANTASTIC tour guide! She was so knowledgeable about the area and was so patient with all our questions. We stopped to use the bathroom and we got coffee halfway through, she was so kind! It was a pleasure learning about Brooklyn from you!

From TripAdvisor - April 2022

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I’m the biggest fan of Fall activities, but haven’t had a chance to do anything beyond Apple Picking in NJ. I decided to take a last minute 2 day trip with a friend in Hudson Valley, but didn’t know where to start [...] Thankfully I was able to use New York Welcome to do the hard work for us [...]

From TripAdvisor - October 2021