NYC Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy in New York
New York, United States

NYC Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy

Outty Ranking 45 5.0 · 1 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $340

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Is NYC Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy worth booking?

NYC Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $340 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
45 / 100
Rating
5/5 (1)
Duration
2 hours
From
$340 per person

Your guide, Eric Ferrara, is founder of the Lower East Side History Project, a 7-time published author and native New Yorker whose family goes back four generations in Little Italy. He is also the founder of the former

What you get

    About this experience

    Your guide, Eric Ferrara, is founder of the Lower East Side History Project, a 7-time published author and native New Yorker whose family goes back four generations in Little Italy. He is also the founder of the former Museum of the American Gangster, the Lower East Side Welcome Center and East Village Visitor Center. Eric has worked as a consultant on several movie & tv projects including History Channel, Netflix's The Irishman, HBO's Boardwalk Empire, AMC's Making of the Mob, and Warner Brothers' new Great Gatsby. His books include Manhattan Mafia Guide. Ferrara has consulted several law enforcement agencies and crime victims as well as families and estates of many of the mafia figures discussed on the tour. These unique first-hand accounts, combined with 150 years of community insight and over two decades of active research, makes this excursion a one-of-a-kind experience for fans and aficionados alike. This is no Wikipedia tour. This is 150 years of insight from the inside.

    What's included

    Included

    • Professional local historian tour guide

    What you'll see and do

    1. Little Italy

      - Former mafia social clubs - Former homes and businesses of influential mobsters - Sites of notorious mob hits - Former Sicilian and Neapolitan districts of Little Italy - "Black Hand Block" - "Curb Exchange," an open air alcohol market during Prohibition - Ravenite Social Club - Former HQs of John Gotti, Peter Gotti, Joe Bonanno, Carmine Galante, "Prince Street Crew," and many more - Historic Little Italy churches, restaurants, gift and pastry shops - Movie locations where Godfather, Sopranos, Mean Streets, Donnie Brasco and more were filmed - Much, much more

      120 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    New York

    Meet outside the former Bank of America. The closest subway is the F train (orange line) to the "2nd Avenue/Lower East Side" station. Once out of the station, simply walk 4 short blocks north on 2nd Avenue (against traffic) to the meeting location.

    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
    Lower East Side History Project

    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
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    Traveler reviews

    1 verified traveler reviews for NYC Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    KristinW9 · July 2026

    Absolutely Worth It!

    LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this tour! Eric is beyond awesome and has an unbelievable amount of knowledge. He's exactly the person you want leading a tour like this. You can tell he's genuinely passionate about the history, and he has a way of telling the stories that keeps you completely engaged from start to finish. I went with my husband, who's always been fascinated by the mob/mafia history, while I honestly didn't know much about it. We also brought our 13 year old son, who was pretty hesitant about going. By the end of the tour, all three of us were hooked. My son walked away saying it was one of the coolest things, even though his expression said otherwise. Eric does an incredible job making everything interesting, entertaining, and easy to follow. Highly recommend - it’s just fun.

    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
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
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    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 45

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)76
    Review evidence (18% weight)9
    Booking momentum (14% weight)0
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)52
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    NYC Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does NYC Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy cost?

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    Prices start at $340 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 Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy 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 Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 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 Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy?

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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 Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy 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 Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy?

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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 Mafia Walking Tour of Little Italy 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.

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