Itinerary
- Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine: Hear the history of this iconic unfinished NY building and snap a picture of the façade (admission not included).
- Apollo Theater: Take a picture of legendary Apollo Theater and Walk of Fame plaques of Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown and more.
- Upper West Side: Drive through the historic district of Central Park West
- Columbia University: One of the most prestigious Ivy League Universities established in 1754. Walk with your Tour Guide through the main campus
- Harlem: The historic neighborhood home of jazz clubs, soul food restaurants and the mecca of African-American heritage.
Includes
- Professional guide
- Narrated tour
- Meals, beverages
- Gratuities
Details
Get to know the history, heritage and soul of Harlem, the legendary neighborhood known internationally as the Black Mecca of the world. This explosion of cultural pride, defined as “Harlem Renaissance” derives its roots in 1890, when African Americans – after enduring centuries of slavery and the struggle for abolition - migrated to the North in great numbers, and relocated from the rural South to the urban North.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary is subject to variations during special events (Parades, Marathon, traffic conditions).
