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Hamilton and Washington Revolutionary Walking Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
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New York City, USA
Great choice
5+ bookings last month.
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0
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· Christina_M ·
Mar 2026
Had a great time with Bruce. He really knew his stuff and was very engaging. He was also very accommodating and found places to get us out of the rain. Also appreciated the comfort break and the stickers!
· Laura_G ·
Nov 2025
Very interesting tour. Entertaining as well! Our guide Bruce was incredible and we had a great time. We will be taking more tours with him!

Overview

Alexander Hamilton and George Washington were two of the most important figures in US history, and much of their lives were spent in New York City. On this unique walking tour, explore historic locations in Lower Manhattan tied to both Founding Fathers, including Federal Hall, the Fraunces Tavern Museum, Trinity Church, and more. Along the way, learn more about this Revolutionary period in American history, and hear stories you'd otherwise miss.
  • Explore Lower Manhattan through the lens of Revolutionary history
  • Learn about the lives of Washington and Hamilton in New York City
  • See locations referenced in the hit musical “Hamilton”
  • Discover the stories behind the sights from your licensed guide's narration

What's Included

  • Licensed New York City Tour Guide and Historian
  • Smaller group experience - limited to 16 people
  • Gratuity

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • 1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004, USA

    Please meet in front of 1 Bowling Green, also known as the National Museum of the American Indian and the Alexander U.S. Custom House

End point

  • Trinity Church
    89 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, USA

Itinerary

1

Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

2

Bowling Green

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Peter Minuit Plaza

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Fraunces Tavern Museum

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

New York Stock Exchange

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

6

Wall Street

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Federal Hall

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

8

Trinity Church NYC

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Tours go out in rain, snow and shine. There are no cancellations or rescheduling for rain or snow within 24 hours of the start of the tour.
  • Visit RevolutionaryToursNYC . com web site for additional dates and times.
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0
based on 185 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great quality tour

Christina_M, Mar 2026
Had a great time with Bruce. He really knew his stuff and was very engaging. He was also very accommodating and found places to get us out of the rain. Also appreciated the comfort break and the stickers!

Outstanding and Knowledgeable Tour Guide!

Diane_C, Dec 2025
A lot of walking and standing, but very much worth it! Our tour guide was especially clear and knowledgeable- a delight! It was great to learn about, and see actual locations and buildings from the 1776 era.

Response from Host, Jan 2026

Thank you so much for your review of the Hamilton & Washington tour. I'm so pleased you enjoyed exploring Lower Manhattan's Revolutionary past. I appreciate you taking the tour and hope to see you again soon. Bruce

Don’t miss it!

Laura_G, Nov 2025
Very interesting tour. Entertaining as well! Our guide Bruce was incredible and we had a great time. We will be taking more tours with him!

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you so much for your review and kind words. I appreciate you taking the Hamilton & Washington tour, and I very much look forward to seeing you all again soon. Thanks again, Bruce

Absolutely Must

Karen_B, Nov 2025
One of the best and most informative tours I've been on. Our guide, Bruce, was well educated and entertaining. I would recommend to everyone.

Response from Host, Nov 2025

Thank you so much for taking the Hamilton & Washington tour and for your recommendation. It was wonderful sharing New York City's history with you. I hope to see you on another tour soon. Thanks again, Bruce

Expert guide

AdrianneN_F, Nov 2025
Bruce was an incredibly knowledgeable guide. His tour was full of interesting details that brought history alive.

Bruce was an amazing tour...

Kirby_C, Jan 2025
Bruce was an amazing tour guide and was kind, well organized and extremely knowledgeable and passionate about NYC history!

Response from Host, May 2025

Many thanks for taking the Hamilton & Washington tour. I appreciate the very kind words. I hope to see you again on another tour.

Super interesting Revolutionary War and Founding Father's history tour

Brooke_B, Nov 2024
Very interesting tour! I learned so much about U.S. history on this tour. The guide is extremely knowledgeable and interesting. Even though many of the landmarks are no longer intact, I thought the guide did a great job of storytelling and imagination. Next time I'm in NYC I would like to take another tour from this company. It was very cold at the southern tip of Manhattan in February, so dress appropriately to be outside for a couple hours. There wasn't much walking, it was a very small area with a lot of history.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you for taking the Hamilton & Washington tour. I'm very pleased you learned a lot about American history. New York City is so central to early United States history, and I love to share it. I look forward to seeing you again soon for another tour. All the best, Bruce

Best history tour I’ve ever taken

Bernadette_P, Aug 2024
George was amazing. He interacted with our multigenerational tour group with skill and I learned so much. This was the best history tour I’ve ever taien. As an aside, this was a hot muggy disgusting day in NYC, and I swear that this man found us every bit is shade and breeze possible. Highly recommend l!

Response from Host, Sep 2024

I really appreciate your kind words. Many thanks for that and your recommendation! It's always wonderful to bring people together through the amazing history of New York City. Please come back again for another tour. Thanks again, Bruce

Learnapalooza

Karen_R, Jul 2024
It was wonderful learning about the real relationship that obtained between Hamilton and Washington. Bruce the tour guide was exceptionally knowledgeable with a wide swath of facts at his finger tips.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

I appreciate your taking the Hamilton & Washington tour. Thank you for your compliments and your review. It's always a pleasure to share the great history of the Founding. I hope to see you again on another tour. Thanks again, Bruce

Great NYC history tour!

Robert_B, Apr 2024
GREAT tour! Guide was super knowledgeable and able to connect with all participants. Highly recommend!

Great history of NYC

ksolari, Apr 2024
History surprises. We did not realize so much of our country's history happened in New York. Very knowledgeable guide

Excellent trip through early American history in NYC

Andrew_B, Mar 2024
Our tour guide made this entire experience very interesting and fun for our family as we walked and talked about early American history and New York City's important role in the lives of both Washington and Hamilton.

Perfect experience

Brynn_M, Feb 2024
Our tour guide was named Bruce, he was phenomenal!! It was clear and evident that he did not just have a cookie cutter regurgitation of information; he truly LOVED the material he was discussing and was so knowledgeable. He was probably the most engaging tour guide I have had. He was funny, kind and so very enjoyable to be around. 10/10 recommend BRUCE!

Informative and interestig

Joseph_B, Nov 2023
Bruce was informative nd engaging. He made topic interesting and relevant. Engaged members of the group.

The Best!

stacia_h, Nov 2023
This tour was one of the best experiences I’ve had in New York! The information was amazing, but it was truly brought to life by Bruce, the tour guide and master. Thank you Bruce for a glimpse into the past!

To hear the history of...

Theodore_C, Nov 2023
To hear the history of Hamilton and Washington in relation to NYC was wonderful. I hadn't read about them since elementary school and saw them in anew light as we visited the parts of the city where the events took place. The tour leader was superb!

Perfection!!

Maria_M, May 2023
Our guide was funny, knowledgeable, engaging, and insightful. When the tour finished we did not wait to be over. We will definitely use this provider again for additional tours.

A step back in time in NYC - Viator and Bruce - unforgettable.

MBonnie_B, Oct 2022
Bruce exceeded all our expectations. He made the experience personal based on the needs of the group. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour to anyone interested in the history of NYC and our country. He gave us loads of extra information and sources to expand our learning experience. Could not be happier that we chose this tour.

Response from Host, Oct 2022

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was amazing to meet you all and share the history. I hope to see you again. Thanks again, Bruce

Amazing tour with the best guide ever!

Sandro_T, Jul 2022
This tour is perfect for whoever wants to learn more about the historical facts about the American Revolution and its relevant sites in NYC. Bruce is a fantastic guide. He is extremely knowledgeable about American history and maintains an engaging narrative about the facts and sites we visit. This was the best historical walking tour we ever took and we absolutely recommend it.

American History…the way it should be taught!

Donna, May 2022
Bruce is incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about the subjects and an outstanding communicator. He kept our group engrossed in the history as we traveled from site to site. One of the best tours we have ever experienced!!!!

Response from Host, May 2022

Thank you very much for your kind words. I appreciate you taking the time and also very glad you enjoyed the Hamilton and Washington tour. I hope to see you on another tour. Thanks again, Bruce

Better than reading a book.

Nancy_W, Mar 2022
Bruce, the guide, was extraordinary in his knowledge and entertaining in his presentation. He welcomed questions, and was especially receptive to the young people in the group. I might actually take this tour again, next time I come to NY!

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Thank you so much for your kind words about the Hamilton & Washington walking tour. I hope to see you again on this tour or on the Central Park and/or Brooklyn tours on your next trip to New York City. Thanks again, Bruce

Very informative and interesting walking tour

Kurt_V, Aug 2021
Excellent walking tour. Our guide was very well informed and enthusiastic to show us the hidden and famous historic sights involving Washington and Hamilton.

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