
Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC
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4.7/5
Based on 220 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC worth booking?
Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC is a 3-hour experience in New York, United States, from $40 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 220 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (220)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Great storytelling about the Prohibition Era in New York City. Visits to three speakeasies and iconic bars. Premium cocktails served up by top mixologists. Make new friends from around the world. Take a journey through
What you get
About this experience
Great storytelling about the Prohibition Era in New York City. Visits to three speakeasies and iconic bars. Premium cocktails served up by top mixologists. Make new friends from around the world. Take a journey through the spirit trails of New York's underground watering holes. Walk with us as we retrace the immigrant progress toward the American Dream during Prohibition. We will guide you into one of New York's most iconic speakeasies and tell the tale of the period’s most notorious gangsters and infamous bootleggers. We’ll explore the catalysts behind Prohibition and focus on the women of the Gilded Age, and the movement that gave rise to an oil king. To round off our journey, we’ll take you to one of New York's most unique bars where we’ll discuss the sudden demise of Prohibition. *cocktail pricing is $18-$25 *processing and credit card fees on drinks/food will be in addition
What's included
Included
- Experience three speakeasies ranging from modern to historic
- Free admission and preferred entry at all venues
- Licensed local guide expert in NYC history and culture
- Rich storytelling of the Prohibition Era and Gilded Age in New York City
Not included
- Drinks and Food are available for purchase. Credit card and processing fees at most venues.
- Gratuity
What you'll see and do
Studio 54
NYC's most famous nightclub
Pass by without stopping
Times Square / Theater District
Walk through the one-of-a-kind Times Square area on your way to the next iconic bar
Pass by without stopping
Hell's Kitchen
One of NYC's most historic and culture rich neighborhoods.
Pass by without stopping
Theater District
Historic Broadway theater district
Pass by without stopping
Midtown West
Just north of times Square and South of Central Park.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Meet on 8th Avenue between 49th Street and 50th Street outside the office building entrance of Worldwide Plaza (825 Eighth Avenue). There is a bike rack in front of the building and Carnegie Diner is visible on the opposite side of 8th Avenue.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
4pm Tour
7pm Tour
6:30pm Tour
7:30pm Tour
7:30 PM
5pm Tour
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 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- NiteTables Experiences
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 21 years with valid photo identification (Passport for non-U.S. citizens)
- Dress code is upscale casual. No sportswear or ripped clothing permitted.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 220 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
220 verified traveler reviews for Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent but pricey.
Ryan was an excellent tour guide. Interesting and fun. Had a fabulous evening. Drinks were expensive. Venues were amazing!
via Tripadvisor
NY speakeasy tour
The guide Walter made the tour, he was a captivating speaker and explained the history of Speakeasies in a clear and interesting way. The three we went to were all completely different and had their own interesting back stories. All in all a great evening
via Tripadvisor
We arrived at designated...
We arrived at designated meeting site and no one was there and we were unable to reach anyone at Viator for help. Very disappointing, now trying to get a refund.
Response from the operator: Doreen, you contacted us to say you had booked in error and we instructed you to cancel through Viator and you would be refunded. Also, we are always available directly by email ntexperiences@gmail.com and phone/text to make sure guests find the host. Plesse contact us directly about the refund. Submitting a one star review is not the process.
via Viator
Waste of time and money. Enjoy New York another way
Would not recommend. The drinks were overpriced, and unfortunately the tour guide came across as angry and annoyed whenever anyone asked questions. We ended up leaving after the second pub, and we weren’t the only ones—another group of three also left early. It was really disappointing because we had been looking forward to learning about the history as much as enjoying the tour. There were also several questions from different groups about the tab amounts, but the guide became very defensive instead of explaining them. On top of that, they were quite firm about expecting a minimum 20% tip, which made the experience even more uncomfortable. Overall, it was a very disappointing experience and not something I would recommend.
Response from the operator: Well, thank you for the review! Every now and then it’s nice to get one that reminds people we’re real. After so many 5-star reviews, we were starting to worry people would think we hired a team of bots with impeccable taste in cocktails. A couple of things for future guests… Walter has been with us for over two years and a guide in the city for over a decade and this is the first review below 5 stars he’s ever received. That’s one heck of a streak! New York cocktail prices and gratuity are set by the bars, not us. We state the pricing in the tour description and confirmation. If we had the power to lower Manhattan drink prices and nix tipping culture we’d have solved rent by now too. Part of visiting New York is the cost of New York. The other three guests who left early spoke very little English and ultimately decided the tour wasn’t the right fit for them, which we completely understand. The rest of the guests on this very same tour stayed until the end, enjoyed a rooftop bonus stop and left 5-star reviews. Finally, we’re not a pub crawl. We actually don’t visit any pubs at all. We’re a nightlife history tour with craft cocktails at high end speakeasies. If you’re looking to sprint through Midtown chasing the cheapest drinks possible, there are tours built for that. We prefer to slow down, tell great stories hang out with guests, and enjoy some of the city’s best hidden bars.
via Viator
Good vibe
Good knowledge of area. Sons 21st and he liked
Response from the operator: Greta to hear. We love celebrating special events!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 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
- 77
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC cost?
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Prices start at $40 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 Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC 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 Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 220 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 Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC?
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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 Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC 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 Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC?
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Around 77 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 Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC 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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