Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour
Overview
Join us on a journey exploring the Dark Side of NYC, away from the glittery lights and towards the haunted and horrific stories of the past.
Experience and visit haunted landmarks, infamous mafia hideouts, and eerie legends that have shaped the city’s shadowy past on a super enjoyable tour full of enthusiastic storytelling!
From ghostly encounters to true crime tales, this tour reveals hidden history you won’t find in guidebooks. Plus, we provide a sweet treat as you explore!
Book now to experience NYC’s dark history like never before!
What's Included
- A Sweet Treat
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour
- Visit More Than A Dozen Historical Sites
- Trivia & Prizes
- Professional Tour Guide
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Location
Washington Square North
New York, NY 10012, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Doyers Street
New York, NY, USA
The tour will end on Doyers Street in Chinatown and will be about an 8 minute walk to most major subways.
What To Expect
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Washington Square Park, New York
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bowery
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Little Italy
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chinatown
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- A Sweet Treat.
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour.
- Visit More Than A Dozen Historical Sites.
- Trivia & Prizes.
- Professional Tour Guide.
- Gratuities (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- A Sweet Treat
- 1.5-Hour Walking Tour
- Visit More Than A Dozen Historical Sites
- Trivia & Prizes
- Professional Tour Guide
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
