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New York Hip-Hop Tour
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- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Hip-hop music began in New York City, and there's no better way to explore this iconic music genre than this insider’s tour led by one of rap's Grandmasters. This exclusive experience takes you on an interactive musical journey through Manhattan, Harlem, and the Bronx to uncover the origins and evolution of hip-hop and rap music.
- Explore midtown Manhattan, Harlem, and the Bronx through the lens of hip-hop
- Gain insight into the origins of the music from your Grandmaster guide
- Discover the sites of historic battles and music video locations
- See the Graffiti Wall of Fame and the Apollo Theater in Harlem
What's Included
- 3 hour tour
- Transport by luxury coach
- Live entertainment
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Souvenirs
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
- 1220 5th Ave1220 5th Ave, New York, NY 10029, USA
In front of the Museum of the City of New York
Start time
11:00 AM
End point
- Staging With Style NYC2300 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY 10027, USA
Near 125th Street Subway Station Accessibility to trains, A, B, C & D.
What To Expect
Board the comfortable coach and get ready to be schooled (and entertained) by this four-hour tour that focuses on the origins and history of hip-hop, a genre of music that began in New York City.
With your Grandmaster guide, trace the history and influences of the genre, from the early pioneers such as Grandmaster Caz and DJ Red Alert to the Sugarhill Gang, Public Enemy, and Jay-Z.
Visit rap-related sites such as the Graffiti Wall of Fame, the legendary Apollo Theater, Rucker Park and much more. Stop into a soul food restaurant for lunch (at own expense), and partake in the 'Show Your Skills' segment of the tour to get dressed up in bling.
This tour is essential for hip-hop enthusiasts and those who love them. Fun for the whole family!
With your Grandmaster guide, trace the history and influences of the genre, from the early pioneers such as Grandmaster Caz and DJ Red Alert to the Sugarhill Gang, Public Enemy, and Jay-Z.
Visit rap-related sites such as the Graffiti Wall of Fame, the legendary Apollo Theater, Rucker Park and much more. Stop into a soul food restaurant for lunch (at own expense), and partake in the 'Show Your Skills' segment of the tour to get dressed up in bling.
This tour is essential for hip-hop enthusiasts and those who love them. Fun for the whole family!
Hush Hip Hop Tours
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Harlem
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Apollo Theater
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bronx
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Tour operates rain or shine
- Lunch is not included but available for purchase. Vendors accept cash only so please plan accordingly
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
Cancellation Policy
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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Sedgwick Avenue the...
Matt_A, Jan 2023
Sedgwick Avenue the birthplace of Hip Hop was a highlight for me as this was where kool Herc Started the original Bloc parties
Excellent and wonderful experience.
Luis_B, Jan 2023
Breakdancing at 106th and Park, and talking to Reggie and Mike C, both were wonderful, full of insights, first-hand experience, and willingness to share their passion.
A brilliant fun tour, even if hip hop is not your first language!!
Lorna_H, Dec 2022
This tour is unmissable. Great energy, passion and knowledge shared with such a fun inclusive spirit and some banging tunes!
Hip Hop: the journey
Donald_G, Dec 2022
Our tour guide was old school and had a great perspective of the genre and what it means to our culture.
hip hopwas born 08.11.1973
tashara_g, Oct 2022
hands down just amazing we earned so much and seen both sides of ny harlem bronx my child was able to break dance in harlem seeing the famous graffiti wall
Dope tour fun vibes
Nicholas_K, Sep 2022
Good vibes! Tour guides cool. Dope tour. Cool spots to stop at and take pictures too. Definitely should check out when In nyc
Hip Hop Greatest
Jay_T, Jul 2022
The Rucker park. Historic. I've seen it on YouTube, and to finally step on the court during the tour was epic.
A fun few hours.
Sarah_P, Feb 2020
If you know your hip hop then you’ll enjoy this tour. Grandmaster Caz is a great guide, enthusiastic and lots of great stories to tell. You’ll see lots of parts of New York you probably wouldn’t see otherwise.
The best tour ever!
dirk_h, Jan 2020
Never did a tour like that!
Grandmaster CAZ was amazing and we so much fun!
You must do that tour!!!
Awesome Tour
rtilos, Aug 2019
Highly recommend this tour! Guides were legit, one a current rapper and the other was a pioneer. Both were enthusiastic and genuinely loved telling the hip hop story. Starting off to pay tribute to a few no longer with us like Aaliyah and Biggie to partying on the bus listening to NY's finest. Every aspect of hip hop covered.
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