
Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City
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4.3/5
Based on 9 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City worth booking?
Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $30 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 9 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (9)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Rock out on our walking tour though Greenwich Village. Visit the venues where Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix launched their careers, and CBGB where punk rock was born with Ramones, Talking Heads, and Blondie. See the Fill
What you get
- Walking Tour and Guide
About this experience
Rock out on our walking tour though Greenwich Village. Visit the venues where Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix launched their careers, and CBGB where punk rock was born with Ramones, Talking Heads, and Blondie. See the Fillmore East, called the "Church of Rock and Roll” and the Pyramid Club, where music and art converged. Visit the home where Buddy Holly recorded his last songs before his tragic death. Step into Andy Warhol's vibrant world at the Exploding Plastic Inevitable, where the Velvet Underground left an indelible mark on the music scene. Visit the site where Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols met his demise, and the humble apartment where John and Yoko made their first home in New York. Discover the spots immortalized in classic album covers for Bob Dylan, Ramones, and Led Zeppelin. This is a must-do tour for any music lover. Book now and join us for a walk down rock and roll history! Duration: 3 hours Distance: 3 miles / 4.5 km Maximum Guests: 6
What's included
Included
- Walking Tour and Guide
What you'll see and do
East Village
See the Fillmore East, called the "Church of Rock and Roll” in the late 1960s and Andy Warhol's Exploding Plastic Inevitable with the Velvet Underground, along with the Pyramid Club, where music and art converged in the 1980s.
45 minutes here
Visit the site of CBGB where punk rock was born.
20 minutes here
Discover the locations of classic album covers for Bob Dylan, Ramones, and Led Zeppelin.
35 minutes here
Cafe Wha?
Visit the venues where Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix launched their careers.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Washington Square Park
Stroll in theheart Greenwich Village where Beats and folk musicians gathered and see the last home of Buddy Holly.
20 minutes here
West Village
See where Sid Vicious died and the first home of John and Yoko in New York.
30 minutes here
White Horse Tavern
End at the legendary White Horse Tavern where poet Dylan Thomas infamously drank himself to death.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Meet by the green Keith Haring statue of a man outside of 101 Astor Place on the corner of 3rd Avenue. Look for the guide in a white cap. Please plan to arrive 10 minute before the start time as the tour will start promptly on time. Once the tour starts, you will not be able to join it.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at the historic White Horse Tavern.
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
- Wed, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourizee
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 9 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
9 verified traveler reviews for Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not recommended. Canceled tour multiple times
Tour operator canceled and rescheduled this tour multiple times. I was disappointed.
Response from the operator: Sorry to have canceled. The tour doesn't take place in heavy rain. Most people don't like walking in the cold rain for three hours.
via Tripadvisor
Cool tour, you should go
Tom was very informative and engaging. He was great about answering all our questions and didn’t rush us. We stopped for many pics, saw lots of cool places. Highly recommend!
via Viator
Great tour with Tom,...
Great tour with Tom, super knowledgeable with lots of great info on the various stops along the tour!
via Viator
Electric lady studio
A great experience at a well paced walking tour. A lot of distance was covered with a new story and picture around the corner
via Viator
Hey ho, let's go...on the New York rock tour!
Very informative tour, brought the history of one of the most influential music cities in the world to life. Recommended.
Response from the operator: Glad to show you around, rock on.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Sat
- Price range
- $30 to $45
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City cost?
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Prices start at $30 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 Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City take?
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Plan for about 3 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 Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City 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 (4.3/5 across 9 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 Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City?
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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 Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City?
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Around 3 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City 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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