
NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Is NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt worth booking?
NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $60 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (1)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $60 per person
Looking for things to do in New York Greenwich Village? Our 3-hour self-guided walking tour takes you through this neighborhood. Learn about its history and discover all of the attractions. Solve challenges at each step
What you get
About this experience
Looking for things to do in New York Greenwich Village? Our 3-hour self-guided walking tour takes you through this neighborhood. Learn about its history and discover all of the attractions. Solve challenges at each step along your way, to find your next destination and have fun. You will walk from Washington Square, through New York University, to the Hudson River Greenway and the Gay Liberation Monument. You’ll pass various parks, museums, and monuments. The New York City’s Greenwich Village Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.4 km / 2.1 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete. A fun learning experience See the sights! 36 locations Learn some local history Fun for all ages, kids included Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout Pet-friendly throughout Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt
What's included
Included
- 36 locations/sights seen
- Instructions and directions on your smartphone
- 31 varied challenges
Not included
- Transportation not provided as this is a walking tour.
What you'll see and do
Washington Square Park
Take in this square and park, along with its fountain and monuments. Solve several challenges as you lear about them
20 minutes here
Discover the various NYU pavilions around Washington Square Park and solve challenges as you learn about them. spend 10 minutes here and solve several challenges
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See the AIA New York Center for Architecture along this small park. Solve a challenge as you learn about La Guardia, the mayor.
10 minutes here
See the setting for the cover art of Billy Joel's "An Innocent Man" album while you solve a challenge regarding this funky restaurant.
5 minutes here
Solve a challenge outside Raoul's as you discover this segment of Prince street. In fact, solve a few challenges in architecture and design.
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Learn about the 2 parks at this intersection while you solve challenges, and discover directions to your next destination.
5 minutes here
See a grand Ellis Island mural and learn about the island itself on your way to a large city park.
10 minutes here
Learn about this the 3rd oldest church in New York City. Solve a challenge, and maybe catch a glimpse of their gorgeous gardens.
5 minutes here
Friends Apartment Building
See the "Friends" apartment building and learn a little about the show. Also, learn about the neighborhood and its very old and expensive houses.
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Marie's Crisis
Learn a little about this speakeasy, as well as Thomas Payne who used to frequent the place back in the day. Solve a few challenges.
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Discover New York City's smallest plot of land. Solve a challenge and learn about the feud between the city and the Hess family estate.
10 minutes here
Stonewall National Monument
Learn about one of the most significant moments in the history of LGBTQ+ rights, in America. Solve challenges while you are here.
15 minutes here
Solve a Civil War challenge while you learn about General Philip Henry Sheridan, near the Stonewall Inn
5 minutes here
Learn a little about this grand first lady of the United States, who so loved this neighborhood. Solve your last challenges here.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Once you're standing in Washington Square Park, near the Arch, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Once you're standing in Washington Square Park, near the Arch, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.
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
- Tourist Scavenger Hunt
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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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fun way to explore a city!
Overall the experience is fun - you see things you would never generally find without the hunt showing you! We only got 1/2 way through when we decided to shop instead :-), no fault to the hunt. Getting the website up and running was a bit challenging, but the support team was fantastic and helped us tremendously. There were a few errors with the hunt (should have said the item was between two streets but said it was after the two streets, said to count diamonds on a building, but should have said first floor of the building, etc), but nonetheless, the game was fun and we recommend.
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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 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt 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 Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1 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 NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?
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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 Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt 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 Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?
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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 NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt 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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