Kevin was an excellent guide and we had a very funny and interesting evening with him and some of his friends. Next time we will book the literature tour. For sure. Highly recommended!!!
Delicious Beverages
Manhattan Nightlife
Famous Bars
Discover the Best Drinking Spots on Our Dive Bar NYC History Tour
Visit three famous Manhattan dive bars in one night on a history-packed bar tour NYC, specifically – Lower Manhattan. An expert New Yorker will guide you through the Big Apple’s famous bars, where you can enjoy drinks and hours of fun. With multiple bars visited in one night, this is the perfect way to stroll safely and experience the city’s nightlife.
With around 10,000 licensed bars in the city, this tour opens the doors to some of the best ones. Learn about the history of East Village drinking establishments and discover the best secret spots still thriving today.
Follow a friendly guide to classic Manhattan bars for a memorable nightlife experience. Drink your fill of specials while soaking up the city’s famous atmosphere. This tour is limited to 12 attendees, ensuring you get more attention from the guide. It’s the perfect way to experience New York’s most fun bars without worrying about getting lost.
Why Choose Our Tour?
Visit establishments that have been open since before you were born
Explore one of Manhattan’s most exciting neighborhoods
Take photos inside and outside of tour spots
Discover the secret dive bars and saloons in the city
Learn about the East Village’s colorful history, from the Beat poets to the Ramones
Listen to narration by Kevin C. Fitzpatrick, an award-winning author & life-long local
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Trip Details
Trip details
Price
Adults – $50
No children on this tour
Day of the week available
Monday – Saturday
Meeting point
Famous landmark bar; the address will be sent upon ticket purchase
Availability
Year round
Duration
3 hours
Group size
Up to 12 max.
Included
- Guided walking tour
- Admission to three venues
- Party photographs & video taken for you
- Security to guide guests from location to location
Not included
- Guide gratuity
- Drinks inside the bars
- Gratuity for drinks
- Transportation to tour
- Transportation after tour
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen
- Cash for snacks & beverages
- Cash for guide & bar staff gratuities
Tour staff
- Licensed and expert tour guide to lead you safely around Manhattan
- Assistant
Important Details
- Guests must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must have valid identification such as a state issued drivers license, passport, or military ID.
- The dress code is neat-casual. No sports jerseys or MAGA caps permitted.
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- Gratuities are not included but always appreciated.
The meeting point is a famous landmark bar; the address will be sent upon ticket purchase. Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
See What Our Customers Say About Us
…the East Village Dive Bar is the perfect walking tour. Our tour guide, Kevin, is an authority on New York history and literary culture, as evidenced by his other tours. But he’s also well versed in the dive-bar and rock music scenes… This was the most fun I had learning about something. And the best part is, I now have a three places to hang for the rest of my trip.
…I came away with a new understanding about the changes in the East Village, went to some fun places for drinks, and met a lot of new people. I recommend this for locals and tourists, the guides know a lot about these subjects and were very good. Even if you think you know New York City, you’ll learn something and have fun doing it.
…Kevin was very knowledgeable on all things Dorothy Parker(and friends), The Algonquin Hotel and The New Yorker Magazine… Kevin was the best tour guide and I highly recommend this tour when visiting NY(or even if you already live there-as we do).
Kevin not only gave our group all he had promised… We found him informative and entertaining, and even enjoyed stopping for a restorative drink at a treasure of a bar in the middle of the tour. I highly recommend any of his tours.
