Chinatown Historic District Walking Tour

What you'll do:

Explore Manhattan’s Chinatown without worrying about getting lost along its narrow streets and corridors and visit spaces that are normally off-limits to the public. After checking in at the Chinatown Little Italy Information Kiosk on the corner of Baxter and Canal streets, we will head down to the old Five Points neighborhood brought back to fame by Martin Scorsese’s Gangs of New York. This was the cauldron that gave birth to Manhattan’s Chinatown in the mid-1800s. We tour the southern portion of Historic Chinatown as far south as Kimlau Square and wind our way through the labyrinth of winding roads stopping at places like Confucius Plaza, a Taoist Temple, the Famed Doyers street, and see the largest Buddhist Statue in New York City. The grand finale is a visit inside the CCBA – The Chinatown Consolidated Benevolent Association where you may catch a glimpse of the Mayor of Chinatown.

This Official Neighborhood tour is in partnership with the Chinatown Little Italy Historic District Association and was developed in collaboration with the Historic Districts Council.

Why we love it for your party:

• Cultural exploration (Dive into the rich heritage and traditions of Chinatown)
• Exclusive access (Visit spaces normally closed to the public)
• Historic insights (Learn about the intriguing past of the Five Points neighborhood)
• Scenic stops (Marvel at landmarks like Confucius Plaza and the largest Buddhist Statue in NYC)
• Unique experience (An unforgettable journey through one of NYC’s most vibrant neighborhoods)

About this experience partner:

Take A Walk turns ordinary walks into extraordinary adventures. With a passion for storytelling and a knack for uncovering the extraordinary in the everyday, our team is dedicated to making each tour a memorable and enriching experience. Join us and see your city in a whole new light!

Additional information:

• Comfortable walking shoes recommended, this Tour is 90 minutes long and under 2 miles of walking.
• We operate rain or shine so please come prepared for the weather.