Tenement Museum
Lower East Side Tenement Museum of Manhattan, New York City
Lower East Side Tenement Museum of Manhattan, New York City

Tenement Museum Tours and Tickets

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The Tenement Museum offers insights into the hardscrabble lives of newly arrived immigrant families in New York City's Lower East Side during the 19th and 20th centuries. Guided tours demonstrate the challenges newcomers to the USA faced and show how migrants helped shape the area.

  • 103 Orchard St., Manhattan, New York City, New York, 10002

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Tenement History and Immigrant Life in the Lower East Side
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Tenement History and Immigrant Life in the Lower East Side

Enrich your understanding of New York as a city of immigrants, exiles, and refugees on this walking tour of the Lower East Side. With an informative guide leading the way, learn about the African burial ground beneath the city’s pavement, the Italian slum of Mulberry Bend, the Five Points neighborhood of “Gangs of New York” fame, and the waves of poor immigrants who called this corner of lower Manhattan home.
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  • 2 to 3 hours
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NYC: The Story Of Lower East Side's Food Culture
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NYC: The Story Of Lower East Side's Food Culture

On this fun small-group (or private) tour, where You’ll sample some of the best snacks and learn a lot about the history of the Lower East Side. Learn about the history of the neighborhood from your local guide. From Poles to Jews to Italians, many different immigrants have called the Lower East Side home and they’ve all left their mark. Also learn about the erstwhile African burial ground, where Africans, both enslaved and free, were put to rest through most of the 18th century. Finally, step into chaotic Chinatown, where Chinese dumplings compete for your taste buds. The tour finishes back on the Lower East Side, where you can continue exploring on your own. It’s advisable to wear or bring clothing that is weather-appropriate depending on the season, as you’ll be outside for at least 3 hours.
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  • 3 hours
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Rooftop, Bar & Speakeasy Soirée - Downtown
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Rooftop, Bar & Speakeasy Soirée - Downtown

Get the most out of your exploration of Downtown Manhattan, including the Lower East Side and Chinatown, by traveling with a guide. Through in-depth commentary, you'll learn that there's much more to the city than Times Square, as you discuss its immigrant culture and history. Hit up cocktail lounges, rooftops with panoramic views, and off-the-beaten-path venues just as the sun is setting.
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  • 3 hours
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Private Lower East Side Food and Neighborhood Tour
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Private Lower East Side Food and Neighborhood Tour

On this private tour, get up close and personal with the Lower East Side: one of Manhattan’s most diverse and dynamic neighborhoods. Pick a departure time that works for your schedule, and meet your guide. You’ll see the Eldridge Street Synagogue, popular eateries like Katz’s Deli and Russ & Daughters, the Manhattan Bridge, and more. As you go, learn about the immigrants who shaped the area, the history of tenement housing, the Lower East Side’s rich culinary culture, and more.
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  • 2 hours
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CharacTour of the Lower East Side
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CharacTour of the Lower East Side

Explore New York City’s Lower East Side on this private guided tour. Accompanied by a guide, you’ll encounter an actor improvising different characters from history during your journey. This interactive tour allows you to learn about the city in a fun and interesting way. See neighborhood mainstays like Essex Street Market, the Tenement Museum, and Economy Candy.
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Lower East Side Prohibition Pub Crawl
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Lower East Side Prohibition Pub Crawl

Experience what Manhattan’s Lower East Side was like in the roaring twenties on a three-hour prohibition pub crawl. Tour original speakeasies of the era and stop into hidden modern day examples that you need a secret password to enter. Learn about the notorious gangsters who ran the city decades ago and hear what Lower East Side parties were like during prohibition. Stop at various venues and enjoy a complimentary glass of Champagne along the way.
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
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Self Guided Walking Audi Tour of Lower Manhattan, New York

Self Guided Walking Audi Tour of Lower Manhattan, New York

Explore Lower Manhattan at your leisure with TouringBee's convenient mobile app. This offline smartphone app features a GPS map of the route, illustrations and audio narration filled with captivating stories about New York City life. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets and key landmarks at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group. This tour, curated by a professional historian, offers reliable stories and intriguing legends. However, it's not an academic tour, so there's no need to worry about tedious lists of dates and technical terms. The tour encompasses 34 points of interest. Feel free to pause at any time for a coffee break, veer off the path to explore an intriguing side street or resume the route whenever you're ready. You can navigate the tour on foot or by bicycle.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
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People Also Ask
Q:How long is the Tenement Museum tour?
A:
The Tenement Museum offers a range of tours that visit different former apartments in its buildings. Most tours are between one and two hours long; visitors can choose to embark on the museum's companion neighborhood walking tour, or book multiple apartment tours to extend the experience.
Q:How big is the Tenement Museum?
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The Tenement Museum is spread across two buildings in the Lower East Side neighborhood of Manhattan: at 97 Orchard Street and 103 Orchard Street. Each tour visits a select number of apartments and spaces. There are 10 renovated apartments and a beer hall across from both buildings.
Q:Is the Tenement Museum accessible?
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Yes, the Tenement Museum is generally accessible, although some areas of the historic buildings may need to be accessed by stairs. Some spaces in the tour are narrow or uneven, which may pose difficulties. Wheelchairs are available to rent, and assistive listening devices and tactile museum tours are offered.
Q:Are there restrooms at the Tenement Museum?
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Yes, the Tenement Museum's Visitors Center does have elevator-accessible restrooms on its basement level. There are no bathroom facilities in its historic apartments, and tours can last for between one and two hours, so visitors should be sure to use the restroom prior to embarking on a tour.
Q:What do you see on a tour of the Tenement Museum?
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The Tenement Museum offers a wide range of tours, each of which has a slightly different itinerary and visits a different selection of preserved apartments. Whichever you choose, you'll visit several historic apartments, learn about the families who occupied them, and view historic objects and artifacts.
Q:When is the best time of day to visit the Tenement Museum?
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There's no bad time to visit the Tenement Museum. Its Visitors Center and gift shop are open daily. You must purchase tickets to individual tours, either in person or in advance online. If visiting on a weekend, in summer, or over a holiday, it's advised to book beforehand.

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