Fraunces Tavern Museum Attractions & Things to do

Supercharge your NYC with access to over 100 of the biggest landmark destinations and experiences for up to 10 days.

TOP ATTRACTIONS including:

Madame Tussauds New York
NY Aquarium
One World Observatory
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Center
American Museum of Natural History
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
MoMA
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Whitney Museum of American Art
Bronx Zoo
Central Park Zoo
New York Botanical Garden
Circle Line Landmarks Cruise
Circle Line Liberty Cruise
The Edge
Rise NY
9/11 Ground Zero Walking Tour
The Ride
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets trip

Duration: 1 to 10 days.

Discover the secret and not so secret networks of private residences, religious institutions, meeting houses, and safe houses used by the enslaved fleeing northward to escape slavery. Contrary to what most people think, New York was a pro-slavery place during the antebellum period. Abolitionists, free Blacks and escapees were in a hostile environment. Slave catchers menaced the streets of New York, looking for fugitives but would often kidnap free Blacks men, women, and children sending them south for a life of servitude. Discover Manhattan's many places and the faces of the people who were part of the Underground Railroad. Their selfless efforts helped countless enslaved Africans to break the bonds of slavery.

Walking from Fort Amsterdam, passing by Tribeca, to the African Burial Ground Memorial. We will visit... key landmarks.

Duration: 3 hours.

Stroll the streets of New York’s oldest neighborhood as you retrace the steps of one of our greatest locals and founding father, Mr. Alexander Hamilton. Discover how Wall Street, the Stock Exchange, and our financial system began with this young immigrant. We'll end at the historic Fraunces Tavern where you have the option of complimenting your stroll through history with a pint at this colonial New York landmark.
Duration: 2 hours.

Learn the contributions of enslaved people to NYC including the brave uprisings against oppression. Then discover the exciting history of the Underground Railroad, a network of clandestine routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans primarily to escape into free states and Canada.

Visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America. Visit the site of a former station on the Underground Railroad. Learn about the revolts, kidnappings and dramatic escapes that occurred during the era of American slavery. Listen to tales of courage and triumph and discover the stories of real New Yorkers who risked their lives and properties to help people escape slavery on this historical New York City walking tour.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Discover the life and legacy of Alexander Hamilton; one of the most intriguing and accomplished figures in American History. Experience the inspiring story of how an orphan became a force for the cause of independence and grew to become an influential founding father of the nation. Learn about the relationships and the dynamics with other founding fathers such as Washington, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr and the pivotal movements around the American Revolution. Explore the places where history happened through his life and the testaments of his influence that exist today.

Duration: 2 hours.

Discover the financial and political roots of Wall Street, from the Native American origins of early trading in the Americas to the influences of European merchants and the rise of the American Financial system.

We explore the financial crises caused by stock market crashes, the impact of aggressive economic growth on diverse populations, and the rebirth of Lower Manhattan after the devastating events of 9/11. Meet the visionaries, financial innovators, women pioneers, Robber Barons, and forgotten enslaved laborers who helped shape the history of Wall Street.


Duration: 2 hours.

Take a captivating walking tour of Lower Manhattan that traces New York's transformation from a Dutch colony to a modern metropolis.

Start with the tale of Manhattan's purchase for $24 in beads, then visit the site of a fort that changed hands between the Dutch and the British, and eventually saw the end of the American Revolution.

Explore the city's oldest park and see the iconic Charging Bull statue.

At Alexander Hamilton's resting place, relive the dramatic duel that ended his life.

Strolling down Wall Street, see The New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall, the United States' first capitol.

Nearby, visit a building concealing $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations.

Passing through the city's first paved street, explore the footprints of a 17th-century tavern and the remnants of the old City Hall of New Amsterdam.

Conclude with a visit to the oldest tavern in New York, where George Washington bid farewell to his officers.

Distance: 1.5 miles / 2.5 km
Duration: 2 hours.

Embark on the Hamilton & Washington in New York Walking Tour, a captivating journey through history led by a seasoned NYC tour guide and historian with over 20 years of expertise.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant past as American history unfolds on the streets where it happened. Stroll through historic Lower Manhattan, where the lives and partnership of Hamilton and Washington come to life.

Experience pivotal moments such as the first reading of the Declaration of Independence and the ensuing revolt. Pay tribute to American soldiers in the stirring aftermath of the Battle of Brooklyn. Celebrate the ratification of the Constitution and marvel at Hamilton’s masterful Compromise of 1790.

Stand in awe at the site of Washington’s momentous inauguration, delve into the dramatic duel between Hamilton and Aaron Burr, and honor the legacy of the Hamiltons at their final resting place.

Join us for an unforgettable journey through America’s founding era, where every step tells a story.
Duration: 3 hours.

Join Alexander Hamilton on an immersive journey through Colonial New York.

If you are interested in the Musical you will love this tour. Let your guide explain what really happened at the locations of these songs:

Act 1
Aaron Burr, Sir
My Shot
The Story of Tonight
Wait for it
The Schuyler Sisters
Farmer Refuted
Right Hand Man
Non-Stop
Dear Theodosia

Act 2
Blow us all away
The Room Where It Happens
What’d I Miss
Cabinet Battle #1
Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story
Schuyler Defeated
Hurricane
The Reynolds Pamphlet
Burn
Your Obedient Servant
Best of Wives and Best of Women
Election of 1800

If you are interested in history, you will discover over 70 locations important to Alexander Hamilton, New York and the creation of our great nation. 

A wireless audio receiver and headphones are made available so you do not miss any of Hamilton's wit and wisdom. AH is played by Scott MacScott CTM, Professional Reenactor, TV and Movie actor, Licensed NYC Guide, Chairman Emeritus of IATM.
Duration: 3 hours.

A very modern trading hub, it is steeped in American History dating back to the 17th century - both triumphal and shameful. Its iconic skyscrapers are built alongside historic buildings like the Federal Hall. From the American Revolution to the Slave Trade, the founding of the New York Stock Exchange to the Great Depression, becoming the global financial superpower to the tragic events of 9/11, Wall Street is full of the stories that have made, broken, and remade modern America, and the wider world.

Enjoy an immersive and fascinating private walking tour of New York City’s famous financial district known around the world simply as “Wall Street”. A busy and vibrant area filled with historic buildings and skyscrapers, it borders the bright lights of theatrical Broadway and is steeped in America’s history, both tragic and triumphant.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

The Financial District of Manhattan is not usually associated with colonial history and yet it's full of reminders about the events and people of 3 and 4 hundreds years ago.
Duration: 2 hours.

Stroll through 400 years of New York City history on this informative and entertaining 2-hour guided walking tour. Start off by exploring the early Dutch roots of the city, visit Bowling Green and the famous Charging Bull statue and then stop into historic Fraunces Tavern where George Washington bid farewell to his troops. Spend some time at the 9/11 Memorial and the new One World Trade Center. As an optional add on board a ferry for the Statue of Liberty and get an incredible view of the Manhattan skyline.
Duration: 2 hours.

Explore more than 400 years of New York history in just a few hours on this private walking tour. Follow in the footsteps of Manhattan’s most famous residents and learn how New York City has changed over the centuries. Then fast-forward to the 21st century by visiting the 9/11 Memorial for a memorable and everlasting tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks. End the day with optional access to the Statue of Liberty.
Duration: 2 hours.

Private guides tour explores New York City's oldest neighborhood downtown to experience the evolution of New York from its early colonial history through the American Revolution, its rise to power and understand how it evolved to become the capital of the world. Your guide will take you on a path through history to visit many significant sights from the early Dutch settlement and English colonial era and explore the events that influenced the development of a new and independent nation.


Duration: 2 hours.

New York City emerged from a Dutch trading post to one of the greatest cities in the world. It was the site of the first federal hall of the United States Government, the place where Washington, Hamilton, and Jefferson lived, the location of a slave market, the place where the stock market was created, and numerous other historical, political, and cultural aspects that helped shape of our current society. In this walking tour of Old New York, we'll dive into the history of early New York, explore the Revolutionary War in NYC, and talk about the influence of Alexander Hamilton, the key figure that established American independence, and how this impacted what, and who, America is today. On this tour, you'll visit many places where the history of this country all started.
Duration: 2 hours.

Best Alexander Hamilton tour in the city, from a published historian who has spent a lifetime reading and learning about Hamilton. There's so much more to this great American than the depiction presented by the Broadway show. We'll fill in the rest of the picture for you in a fun and entertaining way. We'll make you laugh with zingers (did you know Aaron Burr's nickname for George Washington was "Old Muttonhead"?) and scratch your head mulling over oddities (the location of weird relics like Washington's wooden teeth, Gouverneur Morris's peg leg, etc.). But most of all we'll give you food for thought and make you ponder new questions: Was Alexander Hamilton a Hero or a Villain? What if he had survived his duel with Burr? Would he have become President of the United States? And if he did, how would a Hamilton presidency have changed the course of American history?
Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes.

Join our exclusive NYC tour and live a unique experience. We visit secret places that other tours don't show, like the inside of historic taverns and iconic sites like Castle Clinton and the Oculus. Plus, our expert guides share fascinating anecdotes and give you practical tips to save money and discover hidden corners of the city. Learn about the history of Wall Street, the Fearless Girl statue, and much more. Book now and explore New York like never before!


Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Alexander Hamilton envisioned modern America and the seat of the nation's financial power more accurately than any other Founding Father. Creating the Bank of New York in 1784 and the First National Bank in 1790, he eventually restored national credit to a bankrupt country, and by doing so birthed America’s most critical financial systems. Hamilton's vision has defined Wall Street more than any other person in history to date.

This tour explores the city of New York in Hamilton's life, and the deep impression he left behind. As we uncover the secrets behind his inexhaustible drive and his unimaginable achievements, it explains his relentless effort to leave his bold impression on his adopted nation.
Duration: 3 hours.

Get ready to sing your heart out in the city that never sleeps! Join us on a musical singing interactive walking tour, where you'll belt out the iconic tunes from Hamilton alongside fellow fans and our expert guides. We'll take you on a journey through the streets of New York City, visiting the very locations that inspired Lin-Manuel Miranda's masterpiece. From "Looking For a Mind at Work" to visiting "The Room Where It Happens" to "Raise A Glass," we'll sing our way through the city, bringing the musical to life in a whole new way. So don't throw away your shot - join us for a tour that's truly "non-stop"!
Duration: 2 hours.