Lower Manhattan History Tour: Wall Street & 9/11｜United States

Discover the fascinating history of Lower Manhattan, where New York City began and the story of America unfolded.

Travel through centuries of history as your licensed local guide brings to life the people, places, and events that shaped New York—from the Dutch settlement of New Amsterdam to Wall Street, the birth of American government, and the rebuilding of the World Trade Center after September 11.

Explore iconic landmarks including Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange, Trinity Church, Federal Hall, St. Paul's Chapel, the Charging Bull, Fraunces Tavern, and the 9/11 Memorial while uncovering the stories that transformed a small colonial settlement into one of the world's most influential cities.

Tour Highlights

Charging Bull
See New York's famous symbol of financial optimism and hear how Wall Street became the center of global finance.

Federal Hall
Stand where George Washington took the first presidential oath of office and learn why this site played such an important role in the early United States.

Wall Street & the New York Stock Exchange
Walk along the world's most famous financial street and hear the stories behind market triumphs, crashes, and the institutions that shaped modern finance.

Trinity Church
Visit one of New York City's oldest churches and discover its connections to Alexander Hamilton, colonial New York, and the city's remarkable growth.

Zuccotti Park
Learn how this small park became the center of the Occupy Wall Street movement and a symbol of modern protest.

St. Paul's Chapel
Visit Manhattan's oldest surviving church building and discover how it became a place of refuge and support for recovery workers following September 11.

World Trade Center & 9/11 Memorial
Reflect at the 9/11 Memorial as your guide shares the events of September 11 and the remarkable story of Lower Manhattan's recovery and renewal.

Fraunces Tavern
Visit one of New York City's most historic landmarks, where George Washington bid farewell to his officers and where Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr once dined before their famous duel.

...and much more!
Along the way you'll discover hidden stories, historic sites, and fascinating connections that bring more than 400 years of New York history to life.