The Walking Tour
Hamilton makes history come alive — sharing anecdotes from his days at King's College to helping the Constitution become ratified, all while pointing out what is still familiar to him in NYC.
Our Revolutionary spirit still lives in New York. I will take you to where I drilled with Revolutionary Soldiers, where the Sons of Liberty erected Liberty Poles, where Patriots fought the British prior to the Boston Massacre, and to America's First War Memorial. We can even still see the destruction left behind by our patriot brothers after the Reading of the Declaration of Independence. We will discuss the important events that occurred as we stand by the sites of these moments. I would also like to share the cultural significance of 18th-century life as we see the actual remains of a Colonial Prison, Water Well, and Tavern from the 1600s.
— Alexander Hamilton, in character
The Route
Tours begin at 10 Centre St., New York, NY 10007 and trace a roughly three-hour loop through Lower Manhattan.
What You'll See
Over 100 people, places, and events that shaped Alexander's life in New York. Here is a sample.
People
George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, John Adams, Sam Adams, Aaron Burr, John Hancock, Alexander MacDougall, Benjamin Franklin, Nathaniel Hale, Benedict Arnold, Henry Knox, Hercules Mulligan, Maria Reynolds, Pierre Charles L'Enfant, General Richard Montgomery, Myles Cooper, Samuel Seabury, Philip Schuyler, Angelica Schuyler, Eliza Schuyler, Philip Hamilton.
Sites Still Standing
Federal Hall, Trinity Church, Fraunces Tavern, Bowling Green, St. Paul's Chapel, the Bank of New York, the Museum of American Finance, Wall St., Stone St., Liberty St. (Crown St.), Dutch Colonial Architecture, all four of Hamilton's law offices and homes, Aaron Burr's law office, Thomas Jefferson's house.
Revolutionary Stops
America's 1st War Memorial, the Common, Liberty Pole, the Palisade, Parade Ground for Militia, Site where the Declaration of Independence was first read in NYC, where Hamilton gave his first public speech, Golden Hill, Sugar House Window, Site of American fortifications in 1776.
Colonial Government & Daily Life
King's College, 1st/2nd/3rd NY City Hall, Site of the 1st US Capitol, First US Congress, First US Supreme Court, Martyr's Jail, Bridewell Jail, Burial Ground, Gallows, Troop Barracks, Alms House, Hampden Hall, Drover's Inn, Park Theatre, Brick Presbyterian Church, Montagnie's, Martling's, Bicker's, and Lovelace Taverns, Colonial Well — Cistern, Fort George, Customs House, Washington's 1st and 2nd Presidential Mansion, New York's Tea Party.
For Musical Fans
If you are following the Musical, you will see the locations where these songs took place.
Act 1: Aaron Burr, Sir · My Shot · The Story of Tonight · Wait for It · The Schuyler Sisters · Farmer Refuted · Right Hand Man · Non-Stop · Dear Theodosia.
Act 2: Blow Us All Away · The Room Where It Happens · What'd I Miss · Cabinet Battle #1 · Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story · Schuyler Defeated · Hurricane · The Reynolds Pamphlet · Burn · Your Obedient Servant · Best of Wives and Best of Women · Election of 1800.
Where We Walk
Watch the Tour
Highlights from past Sundays in Lower Manhattan.
Before You Go
- Plan for about three hours on foot.
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.
- Replica historical documents and handouts are provided.
- Private group bookings are welcome any day of the week.
- Cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
- Gratuities appreciated.
Book the Sunday Tour
Email to reserve your spot. Include your preferred date and the number of guests in your party.
Meeting point: 10 Centre St., New York, NY