The Tour
We will explore the rich history of Washington Heights, tracing its evolution from indigenous roots and the American Revolution to its current status as a vibrant, bustling, culturally-rich and relatively affordable uptown haven. Discover its architecture, its era as a German-Jewish enclave, and its transformation into the largest Dominican community outside of the Dominican Republic.
Highlights
- Residential buildings: Castle Village and Hudson View Gardens
- American Revolution sites: Blue Bell Tavern, Fort Washington, Fort Tryon
- Modern castles, industrial tycoons and newspaper tycoons
- Views of the Hudson and the Palisades
- Little Dominican Republic
- Fort Tryon Park and The Cloisters
- Shrine of an American saint
- Frankfurt on the Hudson
- George Washington Bridge
Ticket Price $40
Practical Details
Duration: 2 hours
Distance: approximately 1.6 miles
Number of Participants: up to 12
For Your Comfort: this is a walking tour, so wear comfortable shoes, a hat and sunscreen (if it is a sunny day), and bring a small bottle of water. The tour is not recommended for mobility-impaired individuals or infants.
Meeting Point: Fort Washington Green Community Garden, kitty corner from subway stop 181st St on the A line. Exit the subway on Fort Washington Ave. & W. 181st St.
Ends at: Margaret Corbin Circle (subway stop: A line, 190th St)