7 Must-See Spots in NYC’s Financial District (AKA Wall Street)
Wall Street is named after an actual wall. No, really. When the Dutch first colonized the island of Manhattan, they built a wall…
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Wall Street Insider Tour
See the Financial District with someone who's worked on the inside
$39 per adult
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Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips -
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars -
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds
$39 per adult
$39 per adult
-
Local experts
Personal stories and insider travel tips -
Top-rated
Thousands of reviews averaging 4.9 stars -
Worry-free booking
Flexible scheduling and refunds
Highlights
- Tour the Financial District with someone who’s worked on Wall Street and can share exclusive insider stories.
- Hear true tales from inside the financial trenches that will entertain, inform, and sometimes shock you.
- Discover Lower Manhattan's rich history, architecture, and surprising secrets.
- See famous landmarks like the New York Stock Exchange, the Federal Reserve, and the Charging Bull statue.
- Learn how a Dutch trading outpost grew into the New York Stock Exchange of today.
- Be inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of immigrants who shaped some of the biggest U.S. financial institutions.
- Feel the lingering scars of New York’s first terrorist attack and learn about its aftermath.
- Stand on the steps near where Washington was inaugurated as president.
What you'll do
Come explore the beginnings of the Big Apple right here in NYC’s Financial District.
In less than two hours, we’ll cover over 400 years of history, from New York’s earliest days as a Dutch trading outpost to its rise as a global leader on the financial stage. You’ll walk the streets ...
Come explore the beginnings of the Big Apple right here in NYC’s Financial District.
In less than two hours, we’ll cover over 400 years of history, from New York’s earliest days as a Dutch trading outpost to its rise as a global leader on the financial stage. You’ll walk the streets where billion-dollar deals get made and see the hallowed institutions where the fate of our economy hangs in the balance.
There’s history, drama, and more than a few surprises along the way. For example, you’ll learn how a cleanup started with the best of intentions let criminals escape detection for over a century. Each tour is led by a Wall Street insider who can share firsthand stories from “inside the trenches.”
Join us on this educational and entertaining walking tour, and we can promise you’ll never think of Wall Street the same way again.
Itinerary
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New York Stock Exchange
The largest stock exchange in the world
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Wall Street
The eight-block stretch famous as the home of billion-dollar financial institutions
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Federal Hall
Where Washington was inaugurated
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Site of former investment banks and mercantile exchanges
Where giants like Goldman Sachs and Lehman Brothers once stood
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Stone Street
The first paved road in the United States and now a quaint cobblestone street with memorable dining and architecture
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Charging Bull
A bronze sculpture often called the Wall Street Bull, symbolizing American commerce
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Trinity Church
Featuring the graveyard where Alexander Hamilton, a main architect of our financial system, is buried
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Federal Reserve
The U.S. Central Bank that holds the world’s largest cache of gold in one place
Plan your trip
Accessibility
This tour is accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.
Tour ending point
The tour ends near our starting point at 22 Broad Street.
Refund policy
We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours before the start time.
Reviews
Engaging tour guide with a wide range of knowledge
Jared was our tour guide and he did a great job. Remembered everyone's name and asked lots of questions to keep us all involved. Tour includes overview of financial district and Wall Street, and quite a bit of US history. Jared really knows his topics and presents them in an interesting and engaging way. Well worth the price of the tour!
Ann
Great experience and knowledge
We had a great time. Very friendly and very knowledgeable. Great insight into the various places around Wall Street. Highly recommend.
Denae
NYC visit with son
Peter was a great guide. He was personable and knowledgeable. Our college age son didn’t want a long tour and this 90 minute wall street tour was perfect. We learned a lot. Recommend this tour!
Tina
Meeting point
Meet your guide at 22 Broad Street, in front of the Blue Bottle Coffee. Don’t go inside any buildings as this is just our meeting point. Your guide will be out front holding a sign that says “ExperienceFirst.”
FAQs
Do we go inside any buildings, such as the NYSE?
This tour is mostly an outdoor walking tour with a chance to visit inside a few buildings. The New York Stock Exchange has been closed to visitors since 2001.
How much walking is there?
We cover about 1 mile at a leisurely pace, and the walking route is fairly level.
Do we need to understand finance to enjoy this tour?
We find those who appreciate finance and current events enjoy this tour even more. However, this tour is designed with a general audience in mind, and it’s great for families as well. You don’t need to have a financial background to have fun and learn on this tour. Questions are encouraged!
What is the rescheduling policy?
We understand plans change. You can always change your tour 24 hours or more before you tour. We offer a 100% refund up to 24 hours prior to your tour start time. Within 24 hours of your tour, we would have incurred hard costs and therefore cannot allow rescheduling or cancellation without costs.
What if it rains?
Our tours run rain or shine, so please check the local forecast to plan. In rare cases when we have to cancel for extreme weather, we’ll offer you the chance to reschedule or give a full refund.
What about gratuities?
Tips are always appreciated but never expected. They’re a great way to tell your guide they did an awesome job and show your appreciation.
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