Death in New York: Extended Daylight Tour (Lower Manhattan)
Overview
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2 hours 45 minutes
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Explore how death has shaped the story of New York City. This extended walking tour traces the city’s history through its burial grounds, epidemics, executions, and memorials, uncovering how New Yorkers have dealt with mortality across centuries. From sacred Lenape lands and colonial churchyards to the streets of Chinatown and the Civic Center, you’ll see how life, loss, and remembrance have left their mark on every corner of Manhattan.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Battery Park
Tour meets at SOUTH FERRY/WHITEHALL STREET STATION, then moves onto 1.) Statue of Liberty Viewpoint.
Financial District
2.) Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton, 7 State Street 3.) Wireless Operators Memorial 4.) National Museum of the American Indian 5.) Corner of Broadway and Morris Street, site of the old city cemetery 6.) Trinity Church 7.) St. Paul's Chapel 8.) 9/11 Memorial North Pool 9.) St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church
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Death in New York: Extended Daylight Tour (Lower Manhattan)
What‘s Included
The booking fee covers the guided tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
42 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fascinating and fun way to explore lower Manhattan
Suzanne R,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an exceptional tour of lower Manhattan exploring 400 years of death. I am pretty knowledgeable about NYC history and the neighborhood, but I learned so much. Krombie is an exceptional guide. She engaged the group with stories and involved us in discussions - this was no boring tour with lectures! I enjoyed every minute of it, as did my husband and friend. We will definitely do another Purefinder tour, especially now that I learned what a purefinder was. :)
This tour should be a requirement for every New Yorker and tourist.
RickD606,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on this tour a few years ago and had to go back to try and digest all the unbelievable fun facts. Don't think for a moment, you understand or know NYC history. I've been a NYer all my life and the info that Crombie (guide) shared was fascinating, interesting and constantly a wow. Crombie is lively, entertaining, approachable and informative. Whether you are a tourist or resident, book this tour.
Great tour for locals and tourists
samwxx,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour. Insightful, well planned, and well guided. Was ±3 hours, and well worth the price of admission. Guide did great in making the group of ±6 gel together. Recommend for both locals and tourists alike.
Walking tour in NYC
Lisa S,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well researched, but more than that Cromby was engaging and entertaining about a grim subject. Such a different lens with which to see lower Manhattan!!
The Tour was a Killer! (In a good way!!)
622helenal,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is frankly one of the best tours I've taken in my life! Krombie is not only tremendously knowledgeable, but also has a gift for thrilling storytelling and a delightfully wicked sense of humor. 10/10 would recommend –I cannot wait to take some of her other tours around the city, and to get my hands on her book for more on the subject.
Seriously amazing!
jenmI9166YV,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We wanted to do a walking tour that wasn’t just the usual tourist stuff and this one was even better than we expected! Our guide was personable and well informed, and the tour was full of fascinating facts and tales about death in unexpected places in NYC. Highly recommend, we’ll definitely do more tours next time we’re in town!
Loved it!
jordanah167,Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fascinating and morbidly fun tour. Our guide was an incredible storyteller. We had a great afternoon. Highly recommend!
Highly recommend!
Eva T,Jan 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Purefinder New York is top notch! Informative and fun - Krombie is a fantastic guide, knowledgeable and hilarious. Even as a local New Yorker, I learned so much about the city’s history that I didn’t know! Looking forward to taking the other tours as well. Highly recommend!
highly recommend
D1004EQmattm,Jan 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved the tour; all the incredible facts I was told (guess how many dead bodies are buried, layer upon layer, in tiny Trinity church graveyard?) are still percolating in my mind. Our tour guide was witty and knowledgeable; the time flew by.
A MUST Do Tour!!
D4057CNstephanies,Sep 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Not your “average” walking tour. Krombie is a fabulous guide and her storytelling is captivating. Thanks for making my hubby’s 63rd extra special! Highly recommend!
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