The Ultimate Self-Guided Walking Tour of Lower Manhattan

PRACTICAL WANDERLUST

Explore the sights and sounds of New York's most historical borough with this comprehensive self-guided walking tour.

Discover hidden gems, enjoy cultural landmarks, and take in the cityscape from some of the best vantage points!

This self-guided walking tour of NYC covers 4.6 miles and takes you through Tribeca, the Financial District, the South Street Seaport, and a smidge of Chinatown.

BRUNCH IN TRIBECA

Begin your day at Two Hands on Church Street in Tribeca with some of the best #basic fancy toast you can find.

HUDSON RIVER PARK

Running along the west side of the island is a 550-acre riverside park called the Hudson River Park. Spaced throughout the park are piers that offer fun activities, like rock climbing, trapeze, or kayaking.

ONE WORLD OBSERVATORY

Exit Hudson River Park onto Vesey Street and head to the One World Observatory at the One World Trade Center. Here, you’ll find some of the best views in the city, 102 floors up.

9/11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM

Visiting the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is my #1 recommended thing to do for tourists and locals alike. This sacred space has tackled the difficulty of capturing the history of the attacks while honoring the victims in the most perfect way.

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