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Harlem Gospel Experience walking tour in New York City
515 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10037,
New York,
United States of America
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Overview
Duration
4h
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect
Enjoy a neighborhood tour of the cultural capital of Black America and experience the soulful sounds of gospel music. Explore the streets walked by greats such as Billie Holiday, Malcolm X, and Michael Jackson, while viewing legendary sites like the Apollo Theater, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Strivers’ Row, Hotel Theresa and much more. After the neighborhood tour, you also have a chance to enjoy a gospel performance at a service in a local church.
What to remember
Important info
- The tour consists of a 2-hour walking tour and 1.5 hours of a service
- Tour itinerary may be modified or canceled due to special events (parades, marathons, traffic conditions)
- Out of respect for the congregation, please dress appropriately and refrain from wearing flip-flops, tank tops, or shorts
- Due to the popularity and policies of the church, customers who want to attend this tour must stay for the entire service (1.5 hours). Guests are not allowed to leave before the end of the service. Also, on certain Sundays, an ensemble of top singers will perform at the discretion of the church
What's included
Guided tour. Gospel choir performance
What's not included
Transportation (please purchase Metro Subway card prior the tour). Food and drinks. Tips
Know Before You Go
Highlights
Discover how Harlem became the second Dutch colony on Manhattan and learn the story of its enslaved African Americans. Learn about the origins of Gospel Music and how its influences spread throughout the Christian churches. View iconic Harlem sites like Abyssinian church, Strivers’ Row, the Apollo Theater, African Square, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture and many other locations. Get a chance to experience local gospel music at a Harlem church.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until 2 days in advance
Provider
INSIDE OUT TOURS
Meeting Point
Meet in front of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture located at 515 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10037.