Tour Itinerary

• The Oldest Part of Wall Street:
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  Head to Wall Street, which was originally the northern boundary of New Amsterdam in the 17th century. During the early colonial era, the street represented the heart of trade and finance, even before the establishment of the New York Stock Exchange. Walk along the narrow lanes, which still display the city's Dutch beginnings. With Wall Street’s name coming from the original defensive wall built by the Dutch settlers to protect New Amsterdam, it's fascinating to consider how this street evolved from a colonial fortification into the global financial center it is today.
• Stone Street:
  
  ‍Walk along Stone Street, one of the city’s oldest cobblestone streets, dating back to the Dutch colonial era. During that time, it was a major hub for merchants and local gatherings. Take a look at the historic architecture that offers a glimpse of 18th-century New York, giving you a great sense of what it was like. The buildings here still reflect early architectural styles, particularly with their narrow cobblestone alleyways, and it remains a lively area reminiscent of early community life.
• Fraunces Tavern:
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  Walk to Fraunces Tavern, where George Washington famously bid farewell to his officers during the British evacuation of New York. It was also a gathering place for influential figures like Samuel Adams, Alexander Hamilton, and John Adams. The tavern played a crucial role in early revolutionary activities and served as a headquarters for key discussions during the American Revolution. You can also explore the museum’s exhibits that showcase Revolutionary War artifacts and learn about the significance of the tavern during the war.
• Federal Hall:
  
  ‍Walk to Federal Hall, originally the site of New York's City Hall, where George Washington took his oath of office as the first U.S. president. During the Revolution, this building served as a hub for the Patriots, and the original Federal Hall was the site of the first Congress under the U.S. Constitution in 1789, before the capital moved to Washington, D.C. The building also housed the first federal offices, including the nation's first Senate and House of Representatives. Today, the building offers historical exhibits that trace its role in early American history.
• St. Paul’s Chapel:
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  Walk over to St. Paul’s Chapel, Manhattan’s oldest surviving church, built in 1766. During the late colonial era and the Revolutionary War, St. Paul’s served as a place of worship for both British officers and influential colonists who supported the patriot cause. Explore the interior, which remains largely unchanged since the colonial period, including the historic pews where George Washington (who attended services here following his inauguration) and other notable figures once sat. The chapel also has exhibits related to its long history, including its connection to the war.
  
• Trinity Church and Alexander Hamilton's Grave:
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  ‍Head to Trinity Church, which played a key role during the Revolution and was destroyed in the Great Fire, before being rebuilt. Although the current structure dates from 1846, the original Trinity Church was colonial, and you can still find graves dating back to the early 1700s. These include notable figures such as Robert Fulton, the inventor and engineer, as well as members of prominent colonial families. Most notably, the church is home to the grave of Alexander Hamilton, a Founding Father and key figure in the war effort.
• Battery Park:
  
  ‍Head to Battery Park, which was the site of defensive batteries set up by both the British (during their rule of the colony) and later American forces during the Revolutionary War. From the park, you can also see Castle Clinton, which was constructed later but occupies an area that played an important role in defending the city. Later, it also served as the departure point for ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, making it a key location in American immigration history.