NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals
From
£5
pp
2h 0 mins
Walk quickly, scowl slightly, and you'll fit right in — this self-guided audio tour puts Manhattan's most infamous scandals in your ears and its streets at your feet. Starting at Finn Square in Tribeca, you'll trace the crimes, corruption, and ruthlessly ambitious characters that shaped New York's identity — it's the gritty and the pretty. GPS-triggered audio plays automatically at each stop, works fully offline, and lifetime access means you can revisit the city's darkest chapters anytime.
- Political corruption, financial fraud, and crime that made New York infamous.
- Handpicked stops tracing Manhattan's most scandalous moments in history.
- No guide, no group — explore the dark side of New York entirely on your terms.
- Available in English, works fully offline once downloaded.
Free cancellation
Private tour
What's included
- Self-guided walking tour
- Additional tours—including free ones—on the Tour Buddy app.
- Lifetime access to the tour’s content
What's not included
- MEALS
- PUBLIC_TRANSPORTATION
- Smartphone and headphones
- ENTRANCE_FEES
Itinerary
- Hear the scandalous tale of a chorus girl who shot her gambler lover in a hansom cab as you walk.
- Listen to the story of The Tombs as you walk by.
- Listen to the story of ‘Crazy Joe’ Gallo, shot dead at Umberto’s Clam House in Little Italy, as you walk
- Listen to fascinating stories of Little Italy as you stroll through its historic streets.
- Listen to the intriguing story of the Brown Building as you pass by.
- Listen to the dramatic story of the Subway Vigilante and the night he shot four would-be muggers as you walk by.
- Listen to the story of Hotel Chelsea as you pass by
- Hear the gripping story of the Death Mask Murder that shook the Limelight Disco.
- Listen to the story of the Madison Square Garden architect who was murdered on its roof as you pass the Former New York Life Insurance Company Building.
Meeting & end point
Meeting point
Before arrival, follow the instructions in your ticket to download the app. Once downloaded, the tour works offline. Open the tour map to see exactly where to begin. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.
End point
The tour ends at the New York Life Insurance Company Building.
Practical information
- Operated by
- STQRY
- Travellers per booking
- 1–1
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Important notes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently asked questions
This tour lasts approximately 2 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.
The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.
Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.