New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 41 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem worth booking?
New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem is a 6-hour experience in New York, United States, from $99 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 41 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (41)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $99 per person
This comparative tour of Harlem, Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn lets you discover New York’s real ethnic and cultural diversity. We started on the West Side Highway looking at the Intrepid, the Trump Buildings and the Hudson River. In Harlem we will visit the exteriors of the Cotton Club and the legendary Apollo Theater, Columbia University, the picturesque neighborhood homes and the historic Mother Hale home. We will also see the tomb of General Ulysses S. Grant before entering a Baptist temple to live an authentic gospel Mass. In the Bronx we will visit the steps of the Joker, Yankee Stadium outside, Civil and Criminal Court, Big Pun mural and I Love The Bronx graffiti. Cross the Bronx Whitestone Bridge to Queens to see Malba, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, CitiField, the US Open and the Unisphere. In Brooklyn we will visit Williamsburg home to the Orthodox Hasidic Jewish community and finish near the Manhattan Bridge or Mulberry Street Chinatown
What you get
About this experience
This comparative tour of Harlem, Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn lets you discover New York’s real ethnic and cultural diversity. We started on the West Side Highway looking at the Intrepid, the Trump Buildings and the Hudson River. In Harlem we will visit the exteriors of the Cotton Club and the legendary Apollo Theater, Columbia University, the picturesque neighborhood homes and the historic Mother Hale home. We will also see the tomb of General Ulysses S. Grant before entering a Baptist temple to live an authentic gospel Mass. In the Bronx we will visit the steps of the Joker, Yankee Stadium outside, Civil and Criminal Court, Big Pun mural and I Love The Bronx graffiti. Cross the Bronx Whitestone Bridge to Queens to see Malba, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, CitiField, the US Open and the Unisphere. In Brooklyn we will visit Williamsburg home to the Orthodox Hasidic Jewish community and finish near the Manhattan Bridge or Mulberry Street Chinatown
What's included
Included
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Meals
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
This tour begins by heading to the west side highway - Manhattan's western sector, where you can see the Intrepid and the Trump Building complex, plus the Hudson River, which separates the states of New York and New Jersey.
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Cotton Club
We will visit the exteriors of the cotton club, famous for being the scene of great jazz and blues artists
15 minutes here
Apollo Theater
We will visit the exteriors of the legendary Apollo theater, musical stage where stars such as Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Aretha Franklin, the Jackson five and Celia Cruz debuted.
15 minutes here
Columbia University
We will continue the tour seeing Columbia University.
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We will walk through the picturesque houses of Harlem knowing their history very closely to understand how this neighborhood went from austerity to poverty approaching the famous house of Doña Clara McBride Hale, known as Mother Hale.
15 minutes here
We will move to the grave of General Ulysses S. Grant
15 minutes here
Greater File Chapel Baptist
Then enter one of the Baptist temples, where you can enjoy the traditional gospel Mass with its chants and customs.
45 minutes here
Continuing to Northeast Manhattan, we will reach the Bronx borough, where our next stop will be the Joker's Stairs.
15 minutes here
Then we arrive in the Bronx borough where our first stop will be at Yankee Stadium, baseball temple.
15 minutes here
Bronx
Then we'll go through civil court, courthouses and criminal court in the Bronx.
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Our next stop will be the Big Pun mural.
15 minutes here
We continue with the famous graffiti I Love The Bronx. Saying goodbye to the county of salsa, meringue and bachata, we will observe the graffiti of Amadou Diallo, Jonathan and / or Yadira.
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Bronx–Whitestone Bridge
Cross the Bronx Whitestone Bridge into the borough of Queens
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We will observe the residential area of Malba.
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Following our tour, we will appreciate from the vehicle the printing press of the most important rotary in the United States
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Queens
We will pass the Flushing Meadows Corona Park, where the Mets stadium is also called CITIFIELD, the US Open national tennis center
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Unisphere
Until you reach the next point of visit that will be the stainless steel globe (unisphere) where you can take unforgettable photos, scene of the movies “men in black, captain america, tomorrow land”
20 minutes here
Williamsburg
Then we will head to brooklyn County to visit the famous Williamsburg neighborhood where the Orthodox Hasidic Jewish community, known as the largest outside Israel, resides.
15 minutes here
Option 1: Stay near the Manhattan Bridge, to cross the famous Brooklyn Bridge on your own.
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Option 2: End at Mulberry St., in Chinatown, from where you can walk through the area or visit nearby sectors such as Little Italy, SoHo or Greenwich Village, among others.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Meet in front of the Starbucks Worldwide Plaza (325 W 49th St, New York, NY 10019). The guide will be at the front door with Real’s Tours NYC ID.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Tour concludes at 85 Flatbush Avenue Extension, Brooklyn
Ends at
The tour ends at the intersection of Canal Street and Mulberry Street.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Sun
- Group size
- Up to 13 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- REAL'S TOURS NYC INC
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 40 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
40 verified traveler reviews for New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Essential Tour
The tour is essential to get to know New York districts outside of Manhattan, the guide Angel is excellent, he explained many details about the most iconic sites in Harlem, Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn
Response from the operator: ¡Muchas gracias por compartir tu experiencia! Nos alegra saber que el tour te ayudó a descubrir los barrios de Nueva York más allá de Manhattan. Le haremos llegar tus palabras a Ángel; seguro le alegrará saber que disfrutaste sus explicaciones sobre Harlem, el Bronx, Queens y Brooklyn. ¡Gracias por elegir Real’s Tours NYC!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Excellent guide!
Ángel is an excellent guide!!!
Response from the operator: Thank you for joining our New York Contrasts and Harlem Gospel tour. We appreciate you choosing Real’s Tours NYC and taking the time to share your experience. We hope you enjoyed discovering the city’s neighborhoods and the music and culture of Harlem!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
You have to see it
Thanks to Mario, the driver, and Angel, the guide, they brought us closer to the neighborhoods of New York. Angel gives you a lot of information about the history of each neighborhood.
Response from the operator: Nos alegra saber que Mario y Ángel hicieron que su recorrido por los barrios de Nueva York fuera una experiencia interesante y completa. Ángel disfruta compartiendo la historia de cada lugar, así que valorará mucho sus palabras. Gracias por acompañarnos en el Tour de Contrastes y Misa Gospel con Real’s Tours NYC.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
100 percent recommended
I totally recommend it to see a little bit of everything and see a gospel mass. I loved Angel's explanations.
Response from the operator: Qué alegría saber que disfrutó tanto del recorrido y de la experiencia de la misa gospel en Harlem. Le transmitiremos a Ángel sus palabras sobre sus explicaciones. Gracias por recomendar nuestro tour al 100 % y por confiar en Real’s Tours NYC para conocer las diferentes caras de Nueva York.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Angel and Mario great
Very varied with many explanations and attention.
Response from the operator: Muchas gracias por elegir nuestro Tour de Contrastes de Nueva York y Misa Gospel en Harlem. Agradecemos que haya dedicado unos minutos a compartir su valoración en Tripadvisor. Esperamos volver a recibirle en otra experiencia con Real’s Tours NYC.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 14
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by REAL'S TOURS NYC INC, who run 21 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.0.
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New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem cost?
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Prices start at $99 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 New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem 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 New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 41 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 New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem?
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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 New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem 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 New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem?
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Around 14 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 New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem 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.
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What is included in New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem?
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Included: On-board WiFi; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: Meals; Alcoholic beverages; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem?
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Meet in front of the Starbucks Worldwide Plaza (325 W 49th St, New York, NY 10019). The guide will be at the front door with Real’s Tours NYC ID. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem offered in?
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It is offered in Portuguese and Spanish. 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 New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem?
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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.
Is New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about New York Contrasts and Gospel Mass Tour in Harlem?
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Across 41 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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