Guided Speakeasy Walking Tour of New York City | 3 hours

315 Reviews | New York City
Skip The Line
From $34.00 per person Lowest Price Guarantee
Select Date and Travelers
You can select up to 10 travelers in total.
Senior (60-90) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 10
0
Adult (21-59) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 10
2
Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lower East Side Speakeasy tour
2 Adults x $34.00
$68.00
Approx Total
$68.00
Lower East Side Speakeasy Tour: Take a walk through the most pedestrian friendly streets of Manhattan. speakeasies,grab 2 to 3 drinks and indulge yourself into the roaring 1920s

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • List of all the visited speakeasies (only after the tour)
  • Local, professional guide
  • Special treatment at the speakeasies
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Highly accurate and documented history facts
  • Small-group walking tour
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Snacks

Overview

Discover New York City's most secretive speakeasies on this guided, 3-hour, small-group walking tour in Lower Manhattan. Take a friendly stroll to discover NYC's most secretive speakeasies, hidden behind unmarked doors, coffee shops, restaurant kitchens, and more. Skip the lines with reserved tables, sip craft cocktails, and turn back the clock to the roaring 20s while the host details the history of Prohibition and the causes and effects that led to pass and enforce the 18th amendment.

Meeting points

We will meet at a Burger joint called The Burgary on 67 Clinton street in Manhattan. For any delays contact your host.

End point

Open in Google Maps

The tour ends at the last establishments which is on 131 Chrystie Street.

Itinerary

  • Lower Manhattan

    The meeting point for the group is always at a park where there is seating, shade, and water. While the group awaits for all the attendees to arrive, the tour guide will provide some general colonial history of New York City and deliver interesting facts related to the era — like why we say 'bucks' instead of dollars, why 'Houston' is pronounced differently in NYC, and much more. Once the whole group is ready, the tour guide will provide a small introduction about the speakeasy tour and explain how long it is, how many speakeasies will be visited (it's usually six or seven), and at which speakeasy the group will be allowed to grab a drink. The tour guide will also explain where the tour ends, which is always an area with nightlife, bars, clubs, and restaurants — all located in close proximity to subway entrances. On every tour, the first drink is enjoyed at the first speakeasy. In most cases, the group will either skip the line, get a reserved table, or both — but skipping the line is guaranteed. While enjoying a high-quality, internationally recognized, award-winning cocktail, the tour guide will explain about the causes and effects that led to passing the 18th amendment (Prohibition). The guide will not only explain how and why it was passed, but the history of alcohol consumption in the US in general, the history of alcohol taxation, and most importantly, how the US tried to enforce Prohibition. For each drink, spend up to an hour, but in most cases, the group only takes around 40 minutes. Tour guides are obliged to assure that no one feels too rushed to finish their drinks because they are high-quality crafted cocktails that ought to be savored and enjoyed. Some speakeasies will have even Burlesque shows, but all are completely hidden from the exterior. Go through unmarked doors, back alley ways, phone booths, a bank's vault door, behind a psychic shop, through doors indicating 'No Entrance,' 'Emergency exit only' or even through a Five Guys burger joint. Most of the speakeasies are so well hidden that most of our clientele are actually locals struggling to find them, even with the physical address on their phones. At the last stop, the guide will give the option to either stay at the last speakeasy for a third drink or to explore the stimulated and vivid neighborhood where the tour ends, where there is many nightlife establishments, restaurants, clubs, bars, stand up comedy, life music and much more.

  • Alex's Tours

    Alex's Tours

  • New York City

    See the true hidden gems NYC has to offer

    30 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 21 years and bring ID
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • No gym-wear and no fur. Sneakers and jeans are fine.

Free Cancellation

June 13100% refund
June 14No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews

4.4

315 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    227
  • 4 stars
    28
  • 3 stars
    26
  • 2 stars
    13
  • 1 star
    21

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 227 reviews with 5 stars

Fun experience with a small group of close friends.

Published on Jan, 2025

Great walking tour with a knowledgeable tour guide. Would recommend to friends and family seeking a unique night out in NYC.

Great Tour!

Published on Dec, 2024

Great tour. Guide was very knowledgeable, informative and personable. The places visited were unique in a number of ways - decor, drinks, etc. Highly recommended!

Highly recommended

Published on Oct, 2024

This was a fantastic tour! Lily was incredibly interesting and informative and we so enjoyed our evening with her. We were the only 2 people who turned up for this tour but that did not affect our enjoyment or Lily’s presentation. Her passion for history is remarkable and we learnt so much about NY and prohibition. All whilst sitting in the best hidden venues drinking fantastic cocktails. What’s not to like?!

Love the cocktails and history of prohibition

Published on Oct, 2024

Stephan gave us a lot of interesting history of prohibition and organized crime in New York. We enjoyed some great cocktails and learned a lot.

Great experience

Published on Oct, 2024

Great way to spend our last night in New York. Our guide Lily was wonderful and great company. A very knowledgeable young woman. Highly recommended.

Compare Similar Experiences

Current

Guided Speakeasy Walking Tour of New Yor ...
Skip The Line
34997P1
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
315
From
$34 /   Person
New York City Freedom Liberty Tour
125205P1
time

1 hour 15 minutes

time Free Cancellation
1,269
From
$25 /   Person
Wall Street and Financial District Walki ...
44983P8
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
92
From
$35 /   Person
Lower Manhattan Tour: The Remnants of Du ...
Likely To Sell Out
26697P3
time

3 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
81
From
$39 /   Person
NYC Holiday Lights Tour
New On TravelOne
7081P12
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
10
From
$89 /   Person
The Outlaws Who Built Manhattan Walking ...
317194P8
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
3
From
$32 /   Person
Statue of Liberty Cruise: 75 Min Sightse ...
12214P1
time

1 hour 15 minutes

time Free Cancellation
123
From
$25 /   Person
New York City at Night Bus Tour
7081NYCNIGHT
time

4 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
646
From
$89 /   Person
A Day in Manhattan Bike Tour
64327P5
time

4 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
35
From
$138 /   Person
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Sightsee ...
5096NYCHOHO
time

1 hour 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
4,333
From
$58 /   Person
JFK to Manhattan: One Way Shared Arrival ...
5548NYCAPTHTL
time

1 hour to 2 hours

time Free Cancellation
3,571
From
$34 /   Person
New York City Statue of Liberty Super Ex ...
3763GATEWAY
time

50 minutes

time Free Cancellation
2,165
From
$29 /   Person
New York CityPASS®
2640NYC
time

216 hours

time Non Refundable
2,066
From
$146 /   Person
NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: ...
5250P50
time

6 hours

time Free Cancellation
2,034
From
$84 /   Person
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yard ...
76823P1
time

1 hour 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
1,951
From
$44 /   Person
American Museum of Natural History Admis ...
2396AMNH
time

3 hours to 4 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,742
From
$30 /   Person
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guide ...
7167P6
time

2 hours to 4 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,601
From
$59 /   Person
New York Small-Group Tour plus One World ...
5250P15
time

7 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,587
From
$89 /   Person
Greenwich Village Walking and Food Tasti ...
9510P2
time

3 hours

time Free Cancellation
1,386
From
$95 /   Person
Secret Food Tours NYC - Greenwich Villag ...
7812P17
time

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
1,377
From
$99 /   Person
Bateaux New York Dinner Cruise
5042NYCBAT
time

3 hours

time Non Refundable
1,298
From
$257 /   Person
Recently Viewed
In-depth Forbidden City tour with Royal ...
25174P45
time

6 hours

time Free Cancellation
14
From
$150 /   Person
Phang Nga Discovery and James Bond Islan ...
62793P5
time

6 hours to 8 hours

time Free Cancellation
72
From
$96 /   Person
Day Trip to The Bob Marley Museum from M ...
30742P8
time

10 hours to 12 hours

time Free Cancellation
9
From
$2,500 /   Person
Adelaide Gaol Ghost Tour and Paranormal ...
6024P4
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
56
From
$29 /   Person
Bamboo Rafting, Dunn's River Falls and H ...
138355P101
time

6 hours to 9 hours

time Free Cancellation
4
From
$257 /   Person
Half-Day: 4x4 ATV, Cave and Dominican Cu ...
378589P2
time

4 hours

time Free Cancellation
156
From
$45 /   Person
Hurghada Full Day Desert Tour
367316P2
time

6 hours 30 minutes

time Free Cancellation
52
From
$18 /   Person
Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Tour 3 in 1
5391P30
time

35 minutes to 2 hours

time Free Cancellation
341
From
$26 /   Person
Private 2-Hour Sedona Bell Rock or Cathe ...
40144P42
time

2 hours

time Free Cancellation
6
From
$189 /   Person
Tickets to La Costa Park
New On TravelOne
206912P49
time

7 hours

time Free Cancellation
1
From
$33 /   Person
Connect with TravelOne
Louise Berg
Destination Expert
Plan your Next Trip
TravelOne Subscribe
We organise unforgettable vacations.
Subscribe for trending deals.
© Copyright 2025 TravelOne Technologies Inc. | All Rights Reserved.
Visa Card Mastercard Maestro Amex Discover

TravelOne uses cookies to give you the best possible service. If you continue browsing, you agree to the use of cookies. More details can be found in our privacy policy.

Do you have a destination in mind, or would you like TravelOne AI to suggest one?

What is your destination?

Are you visiting Japan for the first time?

Travel Date

What is your general interest for this trip?

City Breakup


Travelers Details


Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2
Adults
Ages 12 or above
Child
Ages 8-12
Child
Ages 3-7
Infant
Ages 0-2

Accommodation Preferences

Preferred Star Rating?

Property Preference?

Property Location?

Preferred Hotel Chain?

Meal At The Hotel?

Dining Preferences

Which meal package would you like to choose?

What are your meal preferences?

Dining Style Preferences?

Cuisine Preferences?

Dining Atmosphere Preferences?

Preferred Meal Times?

Transportation

What are your preferences for Arrival/Departure Airport Transfers?

What are your preferences for internal transfers?

Guide Support

What kind of guide support do you prefer during your trip?

Preferred Language for Guide?

Preferred Type of Guide?

Group Size for Tours with Guides?

Desired Role of the Guide?

Specific Guide Personality/Style Preference?

Do you need dining recommendations/reservations support from the guide?

Flights Preferences

What are your preferences for onward and return flights?

Cabin Class

Preferred Departure Time

Preferred Arrival Time

Preferred Airlines

What are your preferences for internal flight?

Cabin Class

Preferred Departure Time

Preferred Arrival Time

Preferred Airlines

What type of experiences do you seek while traveling?

    Air & Water-Powered Thrill Rides
    Airboat Tours Flyboarding Jet Boat Rentals Jetpacks
    Climbing & Vertical Challenges
    Caving Climbing Ice Climbing Rock Climbing Sea Caving
    High-Adrenaline Aerial Adventures
    Air Tours Hang Gliding Heli-Hiking Helicopter Tours Helicopter Transfers Paragliding Parasailing Skydiving Ziplining
    Land-Based Extreme Driving
    4WD Tours ATV Tours Buggy Rentals Dune Bashing Go Kart Hummer Tours Motor Sports Motorcycle Tours Off-Road Tours Performance Car Driving Road Trip Vespa Rentals
    Sand & Desert Adventures
    Camel Rides Sandboarding
    Snow & Ice Adventures
    Dog Sledding/Mushing Husky Dog Tours Ice Fishing Ice Skating Snowboarding Snowmobiling Snowshoeing
    Unique & Unconventional Challenges
    Bungee Jumping Escape Rooms Flight Simulator Fun & Games Scavenger Hunts Shooting Shooting Ranges Tubing Zorbing
    Water & Surf Sports
    Freediving Kitesurfing Rafting Scuba Diving Surfing Lessons Wakeboarding Waterskiing White Water Rafting
    Classic & Scenic Cruises
    Canal Cruises Catamaran Cruises Dhow Cruises Gondola Cruises Sightseeing Cruises Water Tours
    Multi-Day & Extended Water Journeys
    Multi-day Cruises Ports of Call Tours Shore Excursions Worry-Free Shore Excursion
    Private & Adventure Boating
    Boat Rentals Power Boats Sailing
    Themed & Specialized Cruises
    Dinner Cruises Night Cruises Submarine Tours
    Unique & Alternative Water Travel
    Duck Boat Tours Ferry Services Pack Animal Tours Water Equipment Rentals Water Parks Water Transfers
    Cycling & Eco-Friendly Transport
    Bike Rentals Bike Tours Cycling Cycling Classes E-Bike Tours
    Land-Based Exploration
    Hiking Tours Nature Walks Self-guided Tours Walking Tours
    Nature & Wildlife Conservation
    Eco Tours Nature and Wildlife Tours Wildlife Encounters Wildlife Watching
    Protected Natural Areas
    Involves Animals Involves Poverty Stricken Communities National Parks Nature Parks
    Sustainable & Responsible Travel
    Sustainable Tours Volunteer Tours
    Culinary Classes and Workshops
    Candy Making Classes Chocolate Tours Cocktail Tastings Mixology Classes Olive Oil Tasting Paella Making Classes Pasta Making Classes Pizza Making Classes Wine Making Workshops
    Dining Experiences and Meals
    Breakfast Brunch Dinner Dinner and Show Tickets Lunch Restaurants
    Food & Beverage Tours
    Beer & Brewery Tours Chocolate Tours Coffee & Tea Tours Culinary Tours Pastry Tours Sake Brewery Tour Sake Tasting Street Food Tours Taco Tours Wine Tours
    Food Tastings and Sampling
    Cocktail Tastings High Tea Olive Oil Tasting Sake Tasting Wine Tastings
    Food-Related Cruises
    Brunch Cruises Coffee Cruises Dinner Cruises Lunch Cruises
    Specialized Food Events
    Dining Experiences Dinner and Show Tickets
    Thematic Food Events & Experiences
    Donut Walking Tour Markets
    Classic & General History Tours
    Archaeology Tours Architecture Tours City Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours
    Historical Landmarks & Sites
    Ancient Ruins Castles Tours Monuments and Memorials Religious Sites
    Industrial & Commercial History
    Factory Tours Plantation Tours
    Literature, TV & Film-Based Tours
    Game of Thrones Tours Harry Potter Tours Literary Tours TV Tours
    Museum & Cultural Institutions
    Attractions & Museums Museum Tickets & Passes Museums Planetariums
    Mystery & Dark History Tours
    Crime Tours Ghost Tours Underground Tours
    Observation & Structural History
    Classic Car Tours Observation Decks Skyscrapers & Towers
    Art & Creative Workshops
    Art Classes Craft Classes Painting Classes Photography Tours Pottery Classes
    City Exploration
    Hop on Hop Off Buses Trolley Tours Tuk Tuk Tours
    Cultural & Heritage Experiences
    Costume Dress Up Experiences Cultural Tours Culture Fashion Shows Fashion Tours Lantern Festival
    Dance & Music Participation
    Dance Lessons Dance Shows
    Historical & Traditional Skills
    Archery Classes Swordsmanship Classes
    Language & Cultural Learning
    Language Classes Spanish Lessons
    Performing Arts & Live Shows
    Acoustic Concerts Ballet Tickets Ballroom Dance Shows Belly Dance Shows Broadway Shows Cirque du Soleil Shows Classical Concerts Classical Music Flamenco Performance Live Concerts Musicals Opera Performances Sufi Whirling Shows Tango Dance Shows Theater Shows Traditional Dance Performances
    Exclusive & VIP Experiences
    Once in a Lifetime Experiences Private and Luxury Viator Exclusive Tours Viator Experience Award 2022 Viator Experience Award 2023 Viator Experience Award 2024 Viator VIP Tours
    Private & Personalized Travel
    Private Day Trips Private Drivers Private Sightseeing Tours
    Romantic & Scenic Experiences
    Helicopter Tours Limousine Tours Luxury Car Tours Photo Shoots Romantic Tours Sunset Cruises
    Weddings & Special Celebrations
    Photo Shoots Wedding Ceremonies Wedding Packages Weddings & Celebrations
    Adventure & Sports in Nature
    Horseback Riding Mountain Bike Rentals Mountain Bike Tours Sandboarding
    Boating & Cruises
    Glass Bottom Boat Tours Gondola Cruises Sailing
    Camping & Outdoor Stays
    Camping Honeymoon Packages
    Fishing & Marine Experiences
    Eco Tours Fishing Charters
    Hiking & Exploration
    Glacier Walks Hiking Tours National Parks Natural Attractions Nature Parks Nature Walks Outback Tours Parks
    Paddle & Active Water Sports
    Jet Ski Rentals Kayaking Tours Stand Up Paddleboarding
    Sky & Aerial Nature Experiences
    Hot Air Balloon Rides Northern Lights
    Underwater Exploration
    Scuba Diving Shark Diving Snorkeling Swim with Dolphins
    Wildlife Observation & Encounters
    Aquariums Bird Watching Dolphin Watching Safaris Shark Diving Swim with Dolphins Whale Watching Wildlife Encounters Wildlife Watching Zoos & Wildlife Parks
    Dance & Cultural Party Experiences
    Disco Dance Shows Luaus Samba Dance Shows
    Festivals & Seasonal Celebrations
    Carnival Christmas Festivals Halloween Mardi Gras Oktoberfest Packages & Special Events
    Live Music & Performances
    Concerts Jazz Shows Live Concerts Music Tours Musical Shows Opera Performances R&B/Soul Concerts Rap & Hip-Hop Concerts Samba Dance Shows Theater Shows
    Nightlife & Entertainment
    Adults-only Shows Bar Tours Burlesque Shows Cabaret Casino Tours Comedy Shows Night Cruises Night Tours Nightlife Pub Tours
    Spectacle & Family-Friendly Entertainment
    Children’s Shows & Concerts Circus Shows Family-friendly Shows Fireworks Shows Shows
    Unique & Themed Experiences
    LGBT Friendly Tours Street Art Tour Theme Parks Universal Theme Parks
    Travel by Season
    Autumn / Fall Spring Spring Break Summer Winter Winter Sports
    Healing & Wellness Experiences
    Spas Thermal Spas & Hot Springs Yoga Classes
    Immersive Spiritual Experiences
    Light & Sound Shows
    Sacred & Religious Sites
    Religious Sites Religious Tours
    Spiritual & Cultural Rituals
    Easter Lunar New Year Sufi Whirling Shows
    Traditional & Cultural Bathing Practices
    Arab Baths Hammams & Turkish Baths Onsens
    Ball Sports
    Golf Tours & Tee Times Lacrosse Classes Softball Classes Tennis
    Combat & Tactical Sports
    Martial Arts Classes Paintball
    Extreme & Challenge-Based Sports
    Obstacle Courses
    Spectator Sports & Events
    Baseball Tickets Horse Racing Rugby Soccer Sporting Event Tickets & Passes
    Sports Training & Lessons
    Cycling Cycling Classes Sports Lessons
    Winter Sports
    Skiing Skiing Classes

    City Breakup