How Money Was Made Wall Street Walking Tour
From$49
2 hours
New York City, USA
Full description
Discover the financial and political roots of Wall Street, from the Native American origins of early trading in the Americas to the influences of European merchants and the rise of the American Financial system.
We explore the financial crises caused by stock market crashes, the impact of aggressive economic growth on diverse populations, and the rebirth of Lower Manhattan after the devastating events of 9/11. Meet the visionaries, financial innovators, women pioneers, Robber Barons, and forgotten enslaved laborers who helped shape the history of Wall Street.
Included / Excluded
- A licensed guide
- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) {No entry}
- Bowling Green Park
- The Alexander Hamilton Custom House
- The Netherland Monument in Battery Park
- Gratuities
- Entry to The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
Itinerary
1
(Exterior Visit) Built in 1907, Alexander Hamilton Custom House stands as a Beaux-Arts treasure commemorating the rise of trade and commerce in NYC with 3 floors of art and artifacts also dedicated to Native Americans.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO
2
Bowling Green is New York City’s oldest park. The Dutch called the area “the Plain” and used it for several purposes including a parade ground, meeting place, and cattle market.
Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3
For over 200 years, Battery Park has served key roles in the life of the city including serving as a recreational, defense, and immigration center for the city.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4
The Charging Bull has become a symbol of the strength, resilience, and enduring power of Wall Street.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5
(Exterior Visit) At various points in its history, Fraunces Tavern served as a headquarters for George Washington, a venue for peace negotiations with the British, and housing federal offices in the Early Republic.
Duration: 15 minAdmission: NO
6
(Exterior Visit) Explore the site of the New York Stock Exchange, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and the JP Morgan Building.
Duration: 35 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7
(Exterior Visit) The Federal Reserve Bank of New York has a subterranean group of highly-secured vaults where the largest reserve of foreign-held gold bullion is kept.
Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO
8
Pass by: The oldest congregation in NYC with a rich history including being the burial site of Alexander Hamilton, the father of the financial system.
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Meeting point
Start Location
1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004, USA
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
Traveler reviews
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Even without microphone the attention screamed out loud
Was a really great experience, our tour guide transmitted all his passion
604michelabApr 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Interesting walking tour
Jess Is a great guide! He entertained us for two hours with great commitment and interesting stories about Wall Street. Highly recommended!
veronicavA2444SZApr 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Jess was great!
Jess was amazing, great passion (even without microphone)! All clear and greatly explained. Thanks!
annamariasS1485NUApr 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
It was a brilliant tour with loads of information. Jess was superbly awesome and knows what he was saying. Top notch
Jess was awesome and super notch
Dreamer45064637109Apr 29, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Wall st Walking Tour, a must do
This tour was absolutely fantastic. We had travelled from Australia and found this tour on the Go City Pass and we are so glad we did it. Liam was not only incredibly knowledgeable but also entertaining and so enthusiastic about this part of town. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone.
Gareth BApr 27, 2026TRIPADVISOR