Top New York Crime Tours

Transport yourself to the grittier New York of yesteryear in this tour through Manhattan. If you’re a fan of true crime podcasts and documentaries, this experience will grip you. Skip the mafia and ghost stories and visit the actual locations of four bizarre murders, including one with an occult backstory. Hear insider stories from your guide, who once lived in the building where one of the murders occurred.

Get the inside scoop on New York City's mafia history on this walking tour of the East Village and Little Italy with an active or retired NYPD detective guide. Follow your guide to a range of historical gangland landmarks—from churches and restaurants to cemeteries and more. Hearty snacks, amounting to a full meal, are included at classic local eateries.

New York’s Little Italy is famous for its old world charm and food. But the neighborhood is also full of lore, especially as the backdrop for some of the most notorious events in American gangster history. Your guide will take you on a walking tour through Little Italy, where you’ll hear about the evolution of organized crime in the area and the rise and fall of figures like John Gotti.

Venture beyond Manhattan in a bus tour that will take you through four of the five New York City boroughs. Get a great overview of the city over the course of half a day–covering this much ground on your own would take far longer. See many of the must-see attractions in the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Brooklyn as you get a more comprehensive understanding of the city’s distinct neighborhoods.

Explore the storied past of New York City’s Gilded Age through the mansions left in its wake. Learn about the people who designed and lived in these buildings during this pivotal time in American history. Let a guide show you around these incredible buildings, and regale you with tales about everything from romance and generosity to scandal and murder.

Guided by active and retired NYPD Detectives and Police Officers we offer a different perspective of Grand Central. A culmination of history and crime including WWII terror plots to Gansters like Al Capone and Lucky Luciano. We delve into current day true crime and treachery and the fascinating history and hidden secrets of Grand Central Terminal in this engaging guided tour. Over the course of approximately 2 hours, uncover architectural wonders and learn about the iconic terminal's role in New York City’s history as well as its criminal past. Perfect for history buffs or NYC Mafia & True Crime enthusiasts alike, this small group(20max) experience ensures you receive personalized insights from your police officer guide. - Duration: Approximately 2 hours - Explore iconic sites learning the history and their links to crime - Maximum group size of 20 for an intimate experience - Meeting point conveniently located at 60 E 42nd St, across from Grand Central Terminal

Step into the shadows of South Street Seaport and the Financial District on a dark history walking tour through the streets where New York was born. Explore the city’s gritty waterfront roots, public executions, pirate legends, gang violence, and Wall Street scandals that shaped America’s first capital. From cobblestone docks to towering banks, uncover the crimes, chaos, and corruption most visitors never hear about, all led by a local guide who brings Lower Manhattan’s darkest stories to life. - Hear the shocking and forgotten stories of revolutionary America and the first capital - Compete for fun prizes as your guide leads the way with interactive quizzes - Walk the city’s oldest streets and historic waterfront - Explore key historical landmarks in Lower Manhattan, including the Financial District

Step into NYC's hidden underworld on this Mobsters, Ghosts & Crime Walking Tour, where true crime, gangster history, & haunted legends collide. Explore the city’s most infamous neighborhoods, including Chinatown’s Blood Alley, once the deadly turf of rival tongs, & 5 Points, notorious for violent gangs & historic crime. Discover the rise of the Mafia in Little Italy, passing former mob social clubs, restaurants, & streets tied to real executions & power struggles involving legendary figures like Lucky Luciano & John Gotti. In the West Village & Greenwich Village, haunted brownstones & historic crime scenes reveal chilling stories of restless spirits & tragic events. The tour concludes near Washington Square Park, built over a former burial ground where unexplained sightings & eerie encounters have been reported for generations. Led by knowledgeable guides, this experience includes regular stops, engaging storytelling & authentic locations bringing New York’s dark past vividly to life.

Explore the hidden systems of surveillance, propaganda, and influence that shaped everyday life in Midtown Manhattan during the Cold War. This guided walking tour reveals how power operated quietly through recording studios, libraries, hotels, and transit hubs in one of New York’s most visible districts. Learn how John Lennon came under federal scrutiny, how public behavior was monitored and regulated, and how espionage unfolded in familiar civic spaces. The tour lasts approximately 80 minutes, covers 1.5 miles, and follows a thoughtfully designed route with sheltered stops and occasional indoor spaces for comfort in varying weather conditions. - Duration: 90 minutes covering 1.5 miles in Midtown Manhattan - Discover the impact of surveillance on public spaces and behavior - Visit key locations linked to espionage, policing, and propaganda - Meeting point at The Record Plant, ending at Rockefeller Center

Niagara Falls at night is an incredibly memorable experience with its rushing waterfalls lit up in full color. Join us for storytelling paired with incredible views and a (seasonal) fireworks display that will put the punctuation on an amazing day. This tour features our Mobsters and Mayhem theme which explores the underbelly of Niagara Falls; Mafia mastermind, bootlegging, failed daredevil attempts, and other wild stories.

Explore a grittier side of New York City with the help of a guide to show you around town on this small-group tour. Traverse Hell’s Kitchen, Harlem, Brooklyn, and the Bronx while you learn all about the city’s history, from legendary gangs to the stories of hip-hop icons. Your guide is also happy to help take your photos to better capture the memories.

Discover the heart of Harlem on a guided walking tour through its most iconic streets, landmarks, and cultural institutions. Learn about Harlem’s rich African American history, architecture, music, and civil rights legacy, with an optional Sunday gospel choir experience available as an add-on.

Step off the tourist trail and experience New York City’s dark side on this spine-chilling group walking tour. Led by a local guide, you’ll uncover haunted landmarks, old mafia haunts, and eerie alleyways, all while hearing true crime stories and ghostly legends that reveal the city’s sinister past. Plus, make friends with like-minded travelers along the way and learn insider facts you’d miss touring alone.

Your guide, Eric Ferrara, is founder of the Lower East Side History Project, a 7-time published author and native New Yorker whose family goes back four generations in Little Italy. He is also the founder of the former Museum of the American Gangster, the Lower East Side Welcome Center and East Village Visitor Center. Eric has worked as a consultant on several movie & tv projects including History Channel, Netflix's The Irishman, HBO's Boardwalk Empire, AMC's Making of the Mob, and Warner Brothers' new Great Gatsby. His books include Manhattan Mafia Guide. Ferrara has consulted several law enforcement agencies and crime victims as well as families and estates of many of the mafia figures discussed on the tour. These unique first-hand accounts, combined with 150 years of community insight and over two decades of active research, makes this excursion a one-of-a-kind experience for fans and aficionados alike. This is no Wikipedia tour. This is 150 years of insight from the inside.

Embark on an exploration of 19th-century New York City’s gritty underworld on this guided tour. Dress up as a river pirate or an 18th-century gang member and listen to tales of gang violence, social struggles, and political corruption as you journey through historic neighborhoods and learn about the seedy events and gruesome tales that shaped the city.

Learn about the spooky side of New York City’s history with a guide to take you through Manhattan. Hear macabre, well-researched stories about hauntings and violence, from the ghosts that allegedly haunt City Hall to the old gangs of New York that used to battle each other in The Five Points neighborhood. Enjoy a good scare whether you’re a tourist or you’ve lived in New York for years.

Go deeper than your average sightseeing trip and see Greenwich Village in a new light after taking this historical walking tour. Focused on the 1620s to the 1960s, this tour will leave you feeling inspired after hearing the stories of immigrants, political leaders, human rights activists, and more. Discover aspects of the neighborhood that many others overlook.

Just listed Experience - Join an introspective walk with retired NYPD first responders WHO WHERE THERE ON 9/11. We are retired NYPD first responders guiding this experience including areas of the 911 Memorial where we visit places tours have no idea exist. We use photographs we’ve personally taken from Ground Zero that will help you experience what it was like to be a first responder on that fateful day. We begin visiting Lower Manhattan's iconic locations such at Alexander Hamilton Customs House, The Wall Street Bull, Fraunces Tavern, Wall Street and Trinity Church and then continue to Ground Zero guided by a retired NYPD Police Offer and Ground Zero survivor. The itinerary points out the route and locations we visit. We look forward to sharing our stories with you!

Experience the Best of NYC on a Guided Trolley Adventure! Hop aboard our classic NYC Trolley and discover more than just Manhattan!This exciting half-day guided trolley tour takes you on a journey through The Bronx, Queens,and Brooklyn, exploring the rich culture, history, and energy that make each borough unique. From the birthplace of hip-hop and jazz in the Bronx to the Flushing Meadows Corona in Queens and the iconic Brooklyn bridges and brownstones, this ride is packed with unforgettable sights and stories. We’ll pass by lush parks, diverse neighborhoods, and even get up close to two legendary baseball stadiums — Yankee Stadium and Citi Field! With plenty of photo ops, local insights from your friendly guide, and the comfort of a classic trolley, you’ll see the vibrant contrasts that make New York City truly one of a kind. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a curious local, this tour offers an authentic, inspiring slice of the real NYC. All aboard the Trolley — NYC is waiting!

Discover the moment that changed New York City forever and pay homage to the lives lost on September 11th, 2001 during this guided tour of the Ground Zero monument. Hear accounts of what happened and how the city responded from New Yorkers who lived through it, and learn about the architectural design concepts behind the original twin towers, Ground Zero, One World Trade Centre and the 9/11 Memorial.

NO Mafia cases, no ghosts -- We will visit the locations of 3 bizarre and mysterious murders from the "gritty city" era (1980s + 1990s) of New York City. One of the cases is unsolved - we will discuss various theories and attempt to solve the case. The other 2 cases - though technically "solved" - left many tangled strands that have never been fully untangled. If you enjoy true crime cases that get you "hooked" - this is your tour. If you're interested in the gritty/sleazy/strange REAL New York City of the 1980s and 1990s - this is your tour. If you like true crime podcasts + books + documentaries - then you will LOVE this tour! Location -- we will walk through the lower half of Central Park, and then take a brief city bus ride to the edge of Times Square. Guide -- your tour guide (Eddie) is NYC's leading true crime historian. He has collaborated with The New York Times and Oxygen TV/NBC Television regarding true crime. He is a licensed attorney and longtime resident of New York City.

Step into the darker side of Niagara Falls on this thrilling Ghost, Mobsters, and Crime Walking Tour, beginning at the historic Red Coach Inn. As evening falls, your guide will lead you through streets filled with hidden history, sharing stories of ruthless mobsters, infamous crimes, and restless spirits said to linger long after their tragic endings. Niagara Falls is famous for its natural beauty, but beneath the mist lies a past filled with gangsters, Prohibition smuggling, mysterious deaths, and chilling hauntings. Hear tales of mob activity along the border, shocking crimes that once gripped the region, and ghostly sightings reported by locals and visitors alike. Along the way, you’ll visit historic locations tied to these dark stories while learning about the people and events that shaped Niagara’s shadowy past. Blending history, true crime, and the paranormal, this walking tour offers a fascinating and eerie look at Niagara after dark.

Discover a side of Midtown Manhattan you've never heard before on this engaging walking tour filled with sensational stories strange true tales once splashed across New York’s newspapers. This tour brings to life headline-worthy stories including alligators in the sewers, eccentric celebrities, a death-defying survival story, and the mystery of “The Missingest Man in America.” From the iconic Empire State Building to the unique history of Grand Central Terminal, each location reveals a captivating narrative. Ideal for visitors and locals alike, this tour offers a mix of famous sites and hidden gems alongside expert storytelling for a truly memorable experience. - Guided walking tour through Midtown Manhattan's most iconic locations - Hear fascinating and bizarre stories from NYC’s rich history - Visit landmarks like Macy's, Empire State Building, and Grand Central Terminal - Perfect for groups and individuals looking to uncover NYC's hidden tales