Harlem Highlights Walking Tour with optional Gospel Choir

Walk through one of Harlem’s most elegant historic areas, known for its beautifully preserved brownstones and rich African American history, once home to prominent professionals, artists, and community leaders. (exterior visit only)(10 min)

Learn about one of Harlem’s most influential churches, a cornerstone of African American religious, social, and civil rights history, known for its powerful legacy and role in the Harlem community. (exterior visit only)(10 min)

Discover a remarkable series of murals created during the Harlem Renaissance, celebrating African American history, resilience, and everyday life through powerful public art inside the hospital complex. (exterior visit only)(5 min)

Stop outside this world-renowned research center to learn about its role in preserving and celebrating Black history, literature, and culture, and its lasting impact on Harlem and the global African diaspora. (exterior visit only)(8 min)

See this iconic row of late-19th-century homes, famous for their porches and front gardens, showcasing a unique architectural contrast within Harlem’s historic streetscape. (exterior visit only)(10 min)

Pass by the legendary soul food restaurant known as the Queen of Soul Food, a Harlem landmark deeply connected to the neighborhood’s culinary history and civil rights legacy. (exterior visit only)(pass by)

Pass by this popular Harlem restaurant and cultural hub, known for blending classic comfort food with modern flair and celebrating the neighborhood’s vibrant music and arts scene. (exterior visit only)(pass by)

Learn about this important civic landmark named after the influential Harlem congressman, symbolizing political leadership, civil rights progress, and Harlem’s role in shaping modern American history. (exterior visit only)(10 min)

Visit the exterior of the world-famous Apollo Theater and learn how it launched the careers of legendary artists and became a global symbol of Harlem’s music, culture, and creative legacy. (exterior visit only)(15 min)

View the exterior of this historic Harlem theater and learn about its revival as a modern cultural venue, reflecting Harlem’s rich entertainment history and ongoing cultural renaissance. (exterior visit only)(5 min)

Learn about this legendary Harlem hotel, once known as the “Waldorf of Harlem,” famous for hosting civil rights leaders, international figures, and playing a key role during the Harlem Renaissance and Civil Rights era. (exterior visit only)(pass by)