Wildlife & History Tour with Five Points Haunted Tour
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Casual walking ability; suitable for all ages
Overview
Discover Manhattan's dark history and ghost stories on the Five Points Haunted Tour. Walk through historic streets and hear tales of the city’s past that still linger today.
Five Points Haunted Tour
From $25-$30 | 1.5 Hour Tour | Power-hungry political bosses, street toughs, gangsters, and more!
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About This Adventure
About
The Five Points. New York has never known a more wretched hive of scum and villainy…which makes it the perfect place for W. M. Blackwood, rakish libertine and infamous purveyor of macabre stories and true crime. They will tell you tales of ghosts and hauntings spawned from the bloody and violent history of this notorious area of the city, including stories of P. T. Barnum’s museum of curiosities which was doomed to burn down (twice), a hungry, chinless ghost in a basement, the inspiration for Edgar Allan Poe’s The Oblong Box, & Lenape spirits heard in subway tunnels. Power-hungry political bosses, street toughs, gangsters, even the headless ghost of a great actor—all await you on your visit with W. M. Blackwood to Manhattan’s infamous Five Points!
New York City. They say if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere. And to make it in the Five Points, you had to be tough as nails. W. M. Blackwood will regale you with tale of those who refuse to stay down, even in death.
MEETING LOCATION Exact meeting location details will be provide in an email sent the afternoon of your tour.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes
Make sure to wear sturdy footwear suitable for walking on uneven cobblestone streets.
Bring a flashlight
A small flashlight can help illuminate dark corners and enhance the ghostly atmosphere.
Dress appropriately for weather
Check the forecast and dress in layers to stay comfortable during outdoor walking.
Arrive early
Getting there ahead of time ensures you won’t miss the start of the tour and secures your spot.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons
- City squirrels
History
The area was one of New York’s first immigrant neighborhoods, heavily influenced by Irish, Chinese, and Italian communities in the 19th century.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes preservation of local history and supports community efforts to maintain historic sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supports your feet during the walking tour on uneven historic streets.
Light jacket or raincoat
Preparedness for changing weather enhances comfort.
spring;fall;winter specific
Portable flashlight
Helps see dark corners and adds to atmospheric experience.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the outdoor walk.