Lower Manhattan Tour: The Remnants of Dutch New Amsterdam!
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore what is left of Dutch New Amsterdam in today's New York City! In this small group walking tour, you'll hear about New York’s founding myths and facts while standing in the very spots where they all happened. With Manhattan’s first map in hand and your experienced guide you will trace the streets of Manhattan in 1667. Physically touch history as you spend time finding out why Bowling Green has its name and why it’s been so important in our city’s history!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
National Museum of the American Indian
This is where our tour starts
Bowling Green
Discover how Bowling Green got its name and why it was so important to the Dutch!
Options
Guided Walking Tour in English
Led by a local New Yorker
What‘s Included
Ear pieces provided to each guests ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly
Guided walking tour with a licensed NYC tour guide
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
98 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun Tour
TomYoon88,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a tour to learn about the Dutch influence on America. From their early beginnings to when the British kicked them out, as history is written by the winners. But, Dutch influence is everywhere. Our guide, Mickey, was so knowledgeable of their history and gave us some ideas and answers we were looking for. My wife is of Dutch decent and can trace her lineage back to New Amsterdam and Albany/Fort Orange. Mickey was able to mix in some American Revolutionary and British history. Definitely would recommend this tour and Mickey. Will request when we bring back family. 5-star, thanks.
We were looking forward...
Thomas Y,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We were looking forward to our tour about the Dutch influence on New Amsterdam which became New York due to the British, as history is written by the winners. Our guide, Mickey, was knowledgable, kind, patient and a great tour guide. We would definitely ask for her again when we come back with family She mixed in some American Revolutionary along with British history in our tour, but mainly was focused on the Dutch influence. We got new information as my wife's genealogy dates back to the Dutch of New Amsterdam and also Albany/Fort Orange. 5-star experience. Thank you,.
Much better than a generic tour
Patrice L,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Deeper dig into the history of the foundation of Manhattan. The tour and the guide was lovely, definitely recommend it if you are looking for something a little extra in terms of knowledge and content. Still remains well explained and accessible for all.
Fun and educational
Joel F,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mickey was our guide, and gave a personalized, very knowledgeable and thorough tour of the old Dutch area of town. We definitely would recommend
Nice tour!
bastiaanm2026,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun tour in which you really encounter history. Richard gave a good explanation and we had the perfect pace. Definitely recommended if you want to see the tip of Manhattan through historic glasses!
Super knowledgeable guide. Interesting tour
KaraSil10,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had read a book this year about Amsterdam settling Manhattan so I was super excited for this tour to be able yo put my eyes on some of the things I had read. The tour guide Mandy was the best of the best guide for this. So knowledgeable and clearly loved sharing the info on this tour. Plus she had great insight into other things to see and read. The tour was all I hoped it would be.
Highly recommend Mandy.
davegA7735ZB,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mandy Edgecombe was a great tour guide. It's not easy navigating the streets of lower Manhattan. But Mandy efficiently directed us around to many fascinating sites. All the while offering interesting historical information. We will want as a guide on her on other NYC tours.
Recommended for the native New Yorker
Lisa P,Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Among the buildings of lower Manhattan, there are still little hints of its interesting history. Mandy was awesome taking us around the streets and telling the group fascinating stories.
Eye-Opening and Educational Walking Tour Through Dutch New Amsterdam
joshuafG5077TT,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I truly enjoyed the Remnants of Dutch New Amsterdam Tour! I learned so much fascinating history and saw the city in a whole new way.
Best Guide in Manhattan!
williameP5929UD,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide knew her subject, brought her own pictures of relevant interesting things we would not have known of otherwise and interacted incredibly well with all of us.
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