NYC: Soul of Harlem Walking Tour

Discover Harlem’s history, music, and culture on a guided walking tour. On Sundays, experience an authentic gospel service at a local church and connect with the soul of this iconic NYC neighborhood.

Discover the history, culture, music, and communities that have made Harlem one of New York City’s most fascinating neighborhoods. Choose the Harlem History Tour, offered Tuesday through Saturday, or the Sunday Gospel Experience, available Sundays only. HARLEM HISTORY TOUR — TUESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY Explore Harlem with a local guide and discover the people, places, and movements that shaped this legendary neighborhood. Learn about the Harlem Renaissance, Civil Rights Movement, music, arts, architecture, and the diverse communities that have called Harlem home. Hear stories of artists, musicians, writers, activists, and community leaders while exploring some of Harlem’s most historic and culturally significant locations. Highlights include: Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture Abyssinian Baptist Church Strivers’ Row Bill’s Place and historic Swing Street Sylvia’s Restaurant Malcolm X sites Apollo Theater SUNDAY GOSPEL EXPERIENCE On Sundays, combine a one-hour guided Harlem walking tour with an authentic one-hour gospel service at a local church. This special Sunday experience offers a unique way to experience Harlem’s history, culture, and traditions. Important: The Sunday Gospel walking tour follows a separate itinerary from the regular Harlem History Tour. The Gospel route visits a different selection of landmarks, cultural institutions, historic churches, community organizations, businesses, and neighborhood sites. Gospel Experience highlights include: Apollo Theater Adam Clayton Powell Jr. State Building Urban League Civil Rights Center Studio Museum Historic former synagogues Harlem brownstone rows Mosque No. 7 Shabazz African Market Street murals Memorial Baptist Church (gospel service) After the walking tour, continue to a local church for an authentic gospel experience featuring uplifting music, community, and a tradition deeply connected to Harlem’s identity. Priority and skip-the-line access to the gospel service is included. Your guide is a member of the church’s congregation, giving you a unique opportunity to experience a meaningful Harlem tradition connected to the local community. Whether you choose the Harlem History Tour or the Sunday Gospel Experience, you’ll discover the stories, people, landmarks, and traditions that make Harlem unlike anywhere else in New York City.