
NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals
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NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $6 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $6 per person
Walk quickly, scowl slightly, and you'll fit right in — this self-guided audio tour puts Manhattan's most infamous scandals in your ears and its streets at your feet. Starting at Finn Square in Tribeca, you'll trace the
What you get
- Self-guided walking tour
- Additional tours—including free ones—on the Tour Buddy app.
- Lifetime access to the tour’s content
About this experience
Walk quickly, scowl slightly, and you'll fit right in — this self-guided audio tour puts Manhattan's most infamous scandals in your ears and its streets at your feet. Starting at Finn Square in Tribeca, you'll trace the crimes, corruption, and ruthlessly ambitious characters that shaped New York's identity — it's the gritty and the pretty. GPS-triggered audio plays automatically at each stop, works fully offline, and lifetime access means you can revisit the city's darkest chapters anytime. - Political corruption, financial fraud, and crime that made New York infamous. - Handpicked stops tracing Manhattan's most scandalous moments in history. - No guide, no group — explore the dark side of New York entirely on your terms. - Available in English, works fully offline once downloaded.
What's included
Included
- Self-guided walking tour
- Additional tours—including free ones—on the Tour Buddy app.
- Lifetime access to the tour’s content
Not included
- Meals
- Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.)
- Smartphone and headphones
What you'll see and do
Hear the scandalous tale of a chorus girl who shot her gambler lover in a hansom cab as you walk.
Pass by without stopping
Listen to the story of The Tombs as you walk by.
Pass by without stopping
Listen to the story of ‘Crazy Joe’ Gallo, shot dead at Umberto’s Clam House in Little Italy, as you walk
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Little Italy
Listen to fascinating stories of Little Italy as you stroll through its historic streets.
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Listen to the intriguing story of the Brown Building as you pass by.
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14th Street Park
Listen to the dramatic story of the Subway Vigilante and the night he shot four would-be muggers as you walk by.
Pass by without stopping
Listen to the story of Hotel Chelsea as you pass by
Pass by without stopping
Hear the gripping story of the Death Mask Murder that shook the Limelight Disco.
Pass by without stopping
Listen to the story of the Madison Square Garden architect who was murdered on its roof as you pass the Former New York Life Insurance Company Building.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Before arrival, follow the instructions in your ticket to download the app. Once downloaded, the tour works offline. Open the tour map to see exactly where to begin. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at the New York Life Insurance Company Building.
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 1 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- STQRY
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 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
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals cost?
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Prices start at $6 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 NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals take?
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Plan for about 2 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 NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals?
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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 NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals?
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Around 0 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals 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 Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. 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.
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