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New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour

4.9(410 reviews)
2h 30m
From $49
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New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour
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About This Tour

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.

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New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour
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New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour
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What's Included

History of the Underground Railroad
Slavery in Historical Context
The site of New York’s first slave market
Local guide
African Burial Ground
New York’s Role in Slavery
Fraunces Tavern

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Meeting Point

In front of the National Museum of the American Indian.

Special Instructions

• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the departure time.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Tour Operator

Inside Out Tours LLC

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Guest Ratings

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4.9

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