The “Golden Age” of Cocktails: A Gilded Age Walking Tour Followed by Cocktails

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Taught by James Hoffman

James Hoffman is a seasoned licensed New York City tour guide with over a decade of experience. He’s set up an array of sightseeing walks and bike tours that span from iconic landmarks like Grand Central Terminal to the historic Green-Wood Cemetery.

When he's not leading tours he runs open board game nights at victorypints.com and donates his time to the Guides Association of New York City (GANYC), working alongside fellow guides to promote live tour guides.

 
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Tour Highlights:

  • Madison Square Park and Gramercy Park 

  • Former locations of Hoffman House Hotel, the Manhattan Club, Madison Square Garden and Delmonicos

  •  The Players Club (exterior only) 

  •  The birthplace of Theodore Roosevelt

  • Sites associated with Statue of Liberty, Stanford White, and Tammany Hall

  • And more…

Cocktails:

The tour will end at craft cocktail bar Ampersand where we will discuss the specific histories of the Manhattan, the Gibson, and the Daiquiri while enjoying a round or two of drinks.

We do ask that attendees order at least one item from the bar (which can be a non-alcoholic beverage or food item). Price of the tour does not include any beverage/food items and you are responsible for your own bill.

Depending on the size of the tour group, gratuity may be automatically added at some bars. This would be in the range of 20% to 22%.

Details:

  • Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours, encompassing both the walking tour and cocktail experience.

  • Starting Point: Madison Square Park - exact location given before tour.

  • Age Restriction: All participants must be 21 years or older.

  • What to Bring: Please bring suitable footwear for walking and dress appropriately for the wea

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