
NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour
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Is NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour worth booking?
NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $33 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $33 per person
Step into the Prohibition era and explore the West Village, NYC's original sanctuary for rebels and outlaws. Discover how the tangled streets of "Little Bohemia" became the ultimate hideout for 1920s underground culture
What you get
About this experience
Step into the Prohibition era and explore the West Village, NYC's original sanctuary for rebels and outlaws. Discover how the tangled streets of "Little Bohemia" became the ultimate hideout for 1920s underground culture and hidden speakeasies. This tour blends legendary landmarks with the neighborhood's darker side. You’ll see the Hess Triangle, Jimmy Kelly’s, the iconic Friends exterior, and the Stonewall Inn, while hearing ghost stories of the famous "Thinnest House." The highlight is a curated circuit of three lore-steeped drinking stops: the Art Deco Zinc Bar, exclusive entry to "The 86" (the mob-linked former Chumley’s where "getting 86’d" was coined), and The Garret, a secret speakeasy hidden above a burger joint. A rare glimpse into NYC’s most captivating history!
What's included
Included
- Guided walking tour of the West Village
- Exclusive Access: Visit 3 hidden bars including the iconic Art Deco Zinc Bar
Not included
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Pass by the historic facade of NYU's Furman Hall, the former site of Edgar Allan Poe's home. Travelers will hear tales of Greenwich Village's darker history, learning how the eerie streets that once inspired 'The Raven' eventually became the stomping grounds for New York's most infamous 1920s gangsters and hidden speakeasies
30 minutes here
Washington Square Park
Stroll past historic Washington Square Park and discover the hidden, darker side of this famous landmark. Hear tales of how the surrounding tree-lined streets and brownstones provided the perfect cover for the city's most elusive gangsters, bootleggers, and underground drinking dens during the height of the Roaring Twenties.
15 minutes here
The Stonewall Inn
Walk past the iconic Stonewall Inn. Though famous for the 1969 uprising, this site also harbors deep ties to New York's organized crime history. Discover how the Mafia ran this hidden 'bottle bar,' bribing local precincts and running a shadowy establishment that echoed the underground, mob-run drinking dens of the Roaring Twenties
20 minutes here
Don't blink or you'll miss the Hess Triangle, a mosaic tile marking the smallest plot of private land in NYC. Pass by this quirky landmark and hear the story of one man's ultimate act of defiance against the city government—a stubborn, anti-authority attitude that perfectly mirrors the Prohibition-era outlaws you'll learn about on this tour
15 minutes here
Pause outside the heavy, unmarked door of 86 Bedford Street to discover the secrets of a true 1920s underground speakeasy. You'll learn how illicit patrons sneaked inside to avoid police raids, and hear the local legend of how this very address may have birthed the popular bartender slang to '86' an unruly customer.
15 minutes here
The Garret
Discover how the West Village keeps its rebellious history alive as you pass by The Garret. Hidden away on the second floor above a very unexpected storefront, this contemporary speakeasy serves as a perfect example of how the secretive, 'hidden-in-plain-sight' culture of the Prohibition mobsters continues to inspire New York's modern nightlife
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
The guide will be waiting for you outside of the bar, please do not enter the bar!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Empire Tours - NYC
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Persons under the age of 21
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
1 mentionTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Secret Speakeasy Tour
Jared was great! Learned alot of fun facts and cool history about the neighborhood .
via Tripadvisor
Great tour of the Village!
Interesting and fun tour of Greenwich village. Learned a lot and enjoyed. Jared was a great guide and very interactive with our group—thanks!
via Tripadvisor
Great 2-hour tour
Nice tour, good level of detail, reasonable number of locations for a 2-hour tour - not too many, not rushed, good history and culture. Jonah was GREAT. Would recommend to anyone.
via Tripadvisor
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
- Price range
- $33 to $35
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour cost?
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Prices start at $33 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 NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour 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 NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters 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 NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour 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 NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters Tour?
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Around 1 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 NYC Exclusive West Village Speakeasy and Gangsters 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 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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