Half-Day Harlem Gospel Experience Walking Tour

Inside Out Tours LLC
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Pioneer771114
9 days ago
We did the Gospel Mass tour with Sergio, we liked the tour and the info what Sergio gave us very clear and lively...

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.

Departure Point

  • Meet in front of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture located at 515 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10037

Return Details
  • We end at one of our partnered churches.

Duration
4 hours

Languages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest


Stop At: Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
515 Malcolm X Blvd, Harlem, New York City, New York
(Exterior Visit) The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture is a research library of the New York Public Library and an archive repository for information on people of African descent worldwide.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem
506 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY 10037
(Exterior Visit) Home of the first Works Project Administration commissioned work awarded to an African American artist
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Mother African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church
140 W. 137th St., , New York City, New York
(Exterior Visit) Mother Zion has played a critical role in every aspect of African-American life during early New York City history.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Abyssinian Baptist Church
132 West 138th Street, , New York City, New York
(Exterior Visit) Founded in 1808, Abyssinian Baptist Church is one of the oldest African-American Baptist churches in the United States.
Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Strivers' Row

View beautiful historic homes built by David H. King Jr., who also built the Washington Arch and the Empire State Building.
Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Apollo Theater
253 W 125th St, , New York City, New York
(Exterior Visit) Re-opened to both black and white audiences in 1934 as the Apollo Theater catering mostly to Harlem’s black community.
Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Harlem
New York City, New York
Experience the service of a black congregation and enjoy and participate in the Gospel music with live musicians and choir sharing the joy of Gospel.
Duration: 1 hour and 20 minutes

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress code is smart casual. Part of this tour will take place inside a church. Out of respect for the congregation hosting us, please dress appropriately and refrain from wearing flip-flops, tank tops and shorts
  • Visiting the church requires the proof of vaccination and wearing a mask.
  • Customers require staying for the entire church service (usually 1.15 - 1.3 hours)
Inclusions
  • Professional guide

Exclusions
  • Transportation to/from attractions

Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Pioneer771114
We did the Gospel Mass tour with Sergio, we liked the tour and the info what Sergio gave us very clear and lively...
165duniap
Very interesting and entertaining! We've learned some very curious facts about Harlem. Sergio is an excellent communicator!! Most recommended!!
manjag2018
We had a great guide who could also share his personal history with the history of Harlem. He told very fascinating! The Kerkweg was beautiful, the gospel choir great!

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