New York Little Italy Mafia History Tour

Experience the suspense and thrill in Little Italy! Discover the dark secrets of New York’s mafia and gangs. See highlights such as Mare Chiaro, ‘Bootleggers Corner’, and old Police Headquarters. Immerse yourself in the history of American crime.
Highlights:
Explore Little Italy with a 5-Star Private Guide
See sites connected to the most powerful gangs of New York City
Familiarize yourself with the names of famous mafia members, gangsters and mob
Learn about the Prohibition era and gang related crimes
Get tips on the best local restaurants, clubs and bars

Join our exclusive Little Italy Tour to discover the dark secrets of New York City. Explore the neighborhood that was once the playground of all things gang and mob related. Learn about the origins, history and culture of NYC’s mafia!

Meeting Point

Healthy Pharmacy

108A Bowery, New York, NY 10013, USA

Meet your guide in front of the Bowery Pharmacy, 95 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, United States

What's included:

• 5-Star Guide with Official NYC License speaking fluently in your chosen language
• Lots of information about the neighborhood, its history and famous personalities
• Tips on the best local restaurants, clubs and bars
• Private Walking Tour of New York City’s Little Italy
• A special itinerary focused on the places and events related to crime, mafia and mob

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Healthy Pharmacy

108A Bowery, New York, NY 10013, USA

Meet your guide in front of the Bowery Pharmacy, 95 Bowery, New York, NY 10002, United States

10 minutes

Little Italy

New York City, New York

The highlights of Little Italy, an ethnic neighborhood that attracted mass immigration from Italy during the 1880s. You will see the famous “Little Italy” sign and enter the area full of Italian restaurants, bars and takeaways. Your Private Guide will take you on a journey through the violent history of the Italian Mafia who operated here in the 20th century, inspiring many Hollywood movies.

25 minutes

Mulberry Street

Mulberry St, New York, NY, USA

On the Mulberry Street you will see the site where ‘Crazy’ Joey Gallo was shot dead in plain sight, the former Andrea Doria Social Club with links to John Gotti, and the iconic Mare Chiaro bar, which was featured in the Sopranos TV series and movies such as Donny Brasco and The Godfather III.

25 minutes

Bootleggers Alley

Bootleggers Alley, Shelter Island Heights, NY 11965, USA

There will be stops at the ‘Bootleggers Corner’, where original gangsters made their fortune selling alcohol illegally during the Prohibition, at the former Police Headquarters and at the Old Police Headquarters Precinct - the “America’s Scotland Yard”.

25 minutes

Rivington Street

Rivington St, New York, NY 10002, USA

You will also see the Ravenite Social Club, which was a popular mob hangout and acted as the HQ for the Gambino family, and the HQ for the Morello family at the Prince Street. At the site of the Rivington Street Shout-Out you will also learn about the infamous Five Points Gang and their gun battle with 500 police officers at the scenes.

25 minutes

The Boss Group

574 W End Ave, New York, NY 10024, USA

The walking tour will end at the attempted assassination site of Joe “The Boss” Masseria.

10 minutes