Hip-Hop Tours in New York

Hip-Hop Tours in New York will show you a whole different side of the city. The artistic form of hip-hop was born in New York and has developed into a worldwide culture and musical genre. When visiting neighbourhoods such as Harlem and The Bronx, you’ll still be able to experience the influence of hip-hop and learn more about these areas. So why not take a 2- or 3.5-hour NYC hip hop tour with a Grand Master, an enthusiastic hip-hop guru!

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New York Hip-Hop Bus Tour (3.5 hrs)

Are you a big hip-hop fan? Then you should definitely go on this New York Hip-Hop Tour. During this interactive and cultural tour, the Grand Master will show you the most important hip-hop sites of New York. In three and a half hours, you will explore Manhattan, Harlem and The Bronx on board a luxurious bus. Of course, there will be several occasions to get off the bus for a while.

Hip-hop experiences and landmarks

The bus driver will stop at numerous important sites that mark hip-hop’s history. There will also be a so-called ‘Show Your Skills’ activity on the program: a break-dance workshop. To set the mood, all participants will be handed a golden necklace and a baseball cap. Meanwhile, you’ll learn all about famous groups such as Public Enemy, Treacherous Three and the Sugarhill Gang.

You’ll also discover many important hip-hop sites like the Graffiti Wall of Fame, the Apollo Theater and Rucker Park. Lunch will be at your own expense (vendors only accept cash). However, the guide will show you where you can taste real ‘soul food’.

Practical Information

• Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours
• Departure Point: Museum of the City of New York
• How to get there: The closest subway station is 103 St; take subway line 6 to get there.

Book the New York Hip-Hop Bus Tour here

Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour (2 hrs)

If you think the hip-hop bus tour is too long, then the Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour is a great alternative! On this 2-hour walking tour, your guide will make sure to teach you all about Harlem, as well as the ins and outs of hip-hop culture and its history. This is your chance to discover churches, bodegas, filming locations and other New York sites you might not have visited otherwise. And this is a really fun way to explore them! One of hip hop’s pioneers will guide you through the area using his original anecdotes. A unique experience!

Walk in the footsteps of rap legends

The tour starts with an introduction to how New York City became the world’s greatest urban centre. This interesting presentation is followed by a walking tour that allows you to discover this urban centre with your own eyes.

Do the sites Dip Set and Apollo Theater ring a bell? Then you should definitely go on this tour because you will see all the famous hip-hop sites! If those names don’t ring a bell, but you do fancy learning more about cultures and subcultures, then the Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour is definitely an interesting activity.

By taking this tour, you will probably become a real (or beginning) hip-hop fan!

Practical Information

• Duration: Approximately 2 hours
• Departure Point: Museum of the City of New York
• How to get there: The closest subway station is 103 St; take subway line 6 to get there.

Book the Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour here