High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour in New York, United States
New York, United States

High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour

Outty Ranking 74 4.9 · 67 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $185
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Outty Ranking

74/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 67 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour worth booking?

High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour is a 6-hour experience in New York, United States, from $185 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 67 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
74 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (67)
Duration
6 hours
From
$185 per person

You'll experience our High Line Walking Tour, Greenwich Village Food Tour, and Historic Downtown Tour to create one amazing experience. This 5.5-hour tour first covers the High Line, an elevated railway line that has been turned into a beautiful park and has helped transform the whole west side of Manhattan. Next onto the food tour! Stroll the brownstone lined streets of Greenwich Village and see why artists, writers, & musicians have continuously flocked to this part of NYC. You will be treated to a variety of foods that are chosen to compliment your NYC experience. From the best pizza to an old-school butcher shop, this is one lunch you will never forget. Walk off all that food on this fascinating tour that takes you past some of NYC's most important institutions. This area is the birthplace of NYC, and your guide will share their immense knowledge of how it emerged from a Dutch fur-trading outpost and colonial stronghold, to a land of towering skyscrapers and glittering lights.

What you get

    About this experience

    You'll experience our High Line Walking Tour, Greenwich Village Food Tour, and Historic Downtown Tour to create one amazing experience. This 5.5-hour tour first covers the High Line, an elevated railway line that has been turned into a beautiful park and has helped transform the whole west side of Manhattan. Next onto the food tour! Stroll the brownstone lined streets of Greenwich Village and see why artists, writers, & musicians have continuously flocked to this part of NYC. You will be treated to a variety of foods that are chosen to compliment your NYC experience. From the best pizza to an old-school butcher shop, this is one lunch you will never forget. Walk off all that food on this fascinating tour that takes you past some of NYC's most important institutions. This area is the birthplace of NYC, and your guide will share their immense knowledge of how it emerged from a Dutch fur-trading outpost and colonial stronghold, to a land of towering skyscrapers and glittering lights.

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • Three walking tours
    • Guide
    • Food tastings

    Not included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. The High Line

      The High Line is a great New York story of industry, history, and everyday New Yorkers working to make our city even better.

      90 minutes here

    2. Greenwich Village

      Discover incredible sights and tastes on our food tour of Greenwich Village. Find out how the Village has maintained its unique character within New York City. From the Dutch and English colonial periods to its Beat Poet and avant-garde art roots, today the Village has evolved to become the current hotspot of downtown Manhattan.

      150 minutes here

    3. Financial District

      On our Historic Downtown tour of New York City you’ll get to experience Ground Zero after 9/11, the Stone Street Historic District (the oldest neighborhood in Manhattan) and Trinity Church, to name just a few landmarks. There’s so much New York history in this walking tour that every step opens up a new page in the history book. So come join us in Historic Downtown NYC and see for yourself!

      90 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New York

    Meet at the elevator entrance at the High Line on 30th Street, between 10th and 11th Avenue

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Concludes at the corner of Broad and Pearl Street

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Manhattan Walking Tour

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required. Any other dietary needs cannot be accommodated on this tour (no vegan, kosher, nut allergies, dairy free or gluten-free diets)
    • Please advise your contact information (i.e. email and phone number) at time of booking
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
    • Confirmation and exact meeting address will be received in an email at time of booking
    • If weather is poor, we also have an indoor food tour you can enquire about!
    • Food begins around 12:45 PM in Greenwich Village. We recommend a light breakfast to hold you over during the morning tour.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 66 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    10 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    7 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Traveler reviews

    66 verified traveler reviews for High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    301wilburl · October 2025

    HighLineGreenwich FoodHistoricDowntown

    Claire Buckingham was wonderfully knowledgeable about New York City history and lore. The food selections were tasty, and the HighLine, Greenwich and downtown walks were steeped in the history and growth of NYC from a beaver fur trading outpost through the origins of the US to the present-day Wall Street. Claire was funny and entertaining throughout!

    via Tripadvisor

    notyob2025 · May 2025

    Excellent tour

    We did the Greenwich food and Historic Downtown combo tour. Our guide, Claire, was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. She was also quite funny keeping the tour fun. The small tour size makes for the best experience.

    via Tripadvisor

    JonasP · March 2025

    Great experience if you want to learn more about New York

    Enjoyed the Historic Downtown Walking Tour with family. Our guide Annabel was both knowledgeable and a great story teller. We got to know one part of New York much better thanks to her!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Amanda_M · November 2024

    Exceptional Walking Tour on Black Friday!

    From the beginning to the very end, this tour was fantastic! Jake was our guide (awesome guide) and provided knowledgeable insights into all areas along the way. Food stops were great! Definitely would recommend this tour for those looking to get away from the Times Square crazy and enjoy some more scenic historical views. 10/10!

    via Viator

    D5830AWisaacm · November 2024

    Jake is awesome

    Jake was awesome. Super personable and knowledgeable. Great conversations and I love that he knew about so many broad topics. Great company and a great tour.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    23
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Manhattan Walking Tour, who run 7 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 72.1.

    See everything Manhattan Walking Tour runs

    Why this scores 74

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)89
    Review evidence (18% weight)54
    Booking momentum (14% weight)47
    Value for money (12% weight)71
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)75
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.

    How much does High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $185 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour take?

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    Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.

    Is High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 67 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour?

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    Around 23 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in New York?

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    New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit New York?

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    September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in New York?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour?

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    Included: Bottled water; Three walking tours; Guide; and Food tastings. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour?

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    Meet at the elevator entrance at the High Line on 30th Street, between 10th and 11th Avenue Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in New York. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour?

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    Across 67 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, food and drink, the guide. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

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