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Last 3 months 17 49 49 0 100% 4.9
Last 6 months 52 142 143 1 98% 4.8
Last 12 months 93 255   257   2 98% 4.8
All 377 1030 1036 6 99% 4.9
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Revolutionary Era Walking Tour of Lower Manhattan 223 98% 4.9
Civil War Era Walking Tour of Lower Manhattan 32 100% 4.8
Lower Manhattan Architecture 0 0% 0.0
Historic Graveyard Tour of Lower Manhattan 0 0% 0.0
Revolutionary Era Walking Tour (PRIVATE) 0 0% 0.0
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Rating: 5
If you want to learn take this tour.
Sat, Mar 3, 07   1:00 PM Bontempo Male 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Group of Friends
I had fun. I learned many interesting things about NY and the revolutionary war. I got some exercise. The tour guide was enthusiastic, her fund of information was extensive. Her presentation was perfectly enjoyable. It was a great way to spend an afternoon, and I learned something besides. This tour guide is a gem.
Rating: 4
Nice tour but not much "walking"
Sat, Feb 17, 07   1:00 PM christo Male 40-49 Local Family With Children
It was a cold windy day in downtown Manhattan and I was expecting there to be a little more walking in this tour. I found the content interesting and, as a native, learned a lot about revolutionary NYC that I never knew. I found learning the history of things I've walked past a million times also very compelling. Still, it seems the tour would have been more appropriate for a summer day. In most cases we would walk half a block and then stop for 10-20 mins hearing another interesting bit of history. I suggest that on cold days the tour should be designed for a little more walking while outside, and a little more than two stops inside (we stopped only in St. Pauls and Trinity).
Rating: 5
Well done!
Sat, Feb 17, 07   1:00 PM gdknix Male 50-59 Local Family Without Children
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the Revolutionary War tour of lower Manhattan. Karen, the guide was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She fielded all questions and embellished the answers with more information. I would recommend this tour to all age levels since American History is a forgotten course in school and we can all learn from Washington's unassuming leadership style.
Rating: 5
An excellent tour!
Sat, Jan 6, 07   1:00 PM adykeman Male 40-49 Local Group of Friends
Our guide, Karen, really knew her stuff and managed to keep even my 13 year old interested. I highly recommend this to anyone, local or visitor, who would like to gain a lot of knowledge about this great city. Andrew
Rating: 5
great stuff "))
Wed, Dec 27, 06   1:15 PM minkey Male 40-49 Unspecified Family Without Children
This Tour was the best ever in new york, and I will be back again next year. thanks for a great one!!!!, Tim Mcpherson
Rating: 5
if you are interested in US history,
Tue, Dec 26, 06   1:00 PM Truffle Male 50-59 Combination Other
this tour is for you. I lucked out with a small group and was able to ask the guide a lot of questions. She was very knowledgable.
Rating: 5
Fascinating and detailed -- not to be missed!
Fri, Dec 1, 06   1:15 PM webapalooza Male 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
I have a confession to make -- I'm a walking tour addict. I've been on at least two-dozen different walking tours in London, a half dozen in New Orleans, and another half dozen in NYC. So I've been exposed to dozens of different tour guides, each with their own style and breadth of knowledge. The Civil War walking tour of NYC is far and away one of the best I've ever been on. I've been on the World Trade Center walking tour, and it's a joke compared to this one. If you're an American history buff, you'll eat this stuff up. Karen has gone to great lengths to not only research the era she talks about, but also to obtain copies of documents, paintings, newspapers, drawings, and cartoons of the period. For 2 solid hours she passes along more historical information than you can believe. If only history class had been this interesting when I was in high school I might have paid more attention! As Karen leads you through lower Manhattan, you'll gain a new perspective on the Wall Street and City Hall areas. I could almost see the way things looked 150 years ago, thanks to the visual aids Karen brings along. Nearly every step of the way she points out a fascinating artifact, architectural detail, or geographical oddity. I learned more about Manhattan in those 2 hours than anyone born and bred in Manhattan even knows! I should also add that I had the luxury of a private tour, given that I made my reservation during the slowest time of the year and somewhat inclement weather. Karen graciously gave me the full tour with just as much enthusiasm as if the tour had been fully booked. I was also fortunate enough to spend some time after the tour discussing other aspects of politics and history with her, and I can say that she really does know her stuff. She was familiar with many obscure details of American history that few people I know are aware of. She is clearly passionate about what she does and really puts her heart and soul into it to give you the very best tour possible. If you are at all interested in the history of NYC or its role in the Civil War, this tour is an absolute must. You will not be disappointed, trust me!
Rating: 5
Fascinating and insightful -- don't miss it!
Fri, Dec 1, 06   10:00 AM webapalooza Male 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
I have a confession to make -- I'm a walking tour addict. I've been on at least two-dozen different walking tours in London, a half dozen in New Orleans, and another half dozen in NYC. So I've been exposed to dozens of different tour guides, each with their own style and breadth of knowledge. The Revolutionary War walking tour of NYC is far and away one of the best I've ever been on. I've been on the World Trade Center walking tour, and it's a joke compared to this one. If you're an American history buff, you'll eat this stuff up. Karen has gone to great lengths to not only research the era she talks about, but also to obtain copies of documents, paintings, newspapers, drawings, and cartoons of the period. For nearly 2-1/2 hours she passes along more historical information than you can believe. If only history class had been this interesting when I was in high school I might have paid more attention! As Karen leads you through lower Manhattan, you'll gain a new perspective on Wall Street, Bowling Green, and Battery Park. I could almost see the way things looked over 200 years ago, thanks to the visual aids Karen brings along. Nearly every step of the way she points out a fascinating artifact, architectural detail, or geographical oddity. I learned more about Manhattan in those 2-1/2 hours than anyone born and bred in Manhattan even knows! I should also add that I had the luxury of a private tour, given that I made my reservation during the slowest time of the year and somewhat inclement weather. Karen graciously gave me the full tour with just as much enthusiasm as if the tour had been fully booked. I was also fortunate enough to spend some time after the tour discussing other aspects of politics and history with her, and I can say that she really does know her stuff. She was familiar with many obscure details of American history that few people I know are aware of. She is clearly passionate about what she does and really puts her heart and soul into it to give you the very best tour possible. If you are at all interested in the history of NYC or its role in the Revolutionary War, this tour is an absolute must. You will not be disappointed, trust me!
Rating: 4
Enjoyable, a little tweaking maybe
Fri, Nov 24, 06   1:15 PM Thjrnyc Male 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
Our Civil War guide would probably enjoy some of the walking tours offered in Charleston, SC. Civil War was not all about slavery. States and individual rights very much a part of the conflict, as was (is) the propensity of Northern Protestant clergy to know best for all. On the whole, we enjoyed our tour. Tom Hashem Glastonbury, CT
Rating: 5
Another excellent tour!
Fri, Nov 24, 06   1:15 PM toddearl Male 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
Karen captivated us with the Revolutionary War tour last year, so we were eager to return for the Civil War version. We were not disappointed! Her passion for history is evident in her preparation and in her enthusiasm.
Rating: 5
Outstanding Tour
Wed, Nov 22, 06   10:00 AM GaryKnox Male 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
I have taught history for 37 years and never enjoyed a history tour as much as this one. Karen is extremely knowledgeable and she keeps everyone excited and involved.
Rating: 5
very enjoyable and eye opening!
Sat, Nov 18, 06   1:00 PM bigblav Male 30-39 Local Family Without Children
We had a great time and learned a lot! Our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the history!
Rating: 5
An excellent summary of NYC role in the Revolution
Mon, Nov 13, 06   10:00 AM KenLewis Male 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Group of Friends
This was an excellent and enjoyable walking tour. All four in our party enjoyed the experience. The key to the quality of the tour was our tour guide, Karen, who has a great depth of knowledge, and a pleasing way of conveying the information. Karen is excellent. If you have any interest in the Revolutionary War i would highly recommend this tour given by Karen Ken Lewis
Rating: 5
Excellent Presentation of Revolutionary War Manhat
Mon, Nov 13, 06   10:00 AM bellinghamdl Male 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Other
The owner/tour guide for Patrior Tours did an excellent job of presenting Revolutionary War Manhattan. She was not only knowledgeable about the subject but was enthusiastic in her presentation. She gave prewar background to help you put yourself into the time period and was able to answer any and all questions put to her. I'm a tour guide myself in our state capitol and as such am probably more demanding than most. I can assure you the tour was thouroughly enjoyable and on a couple of occasions have found myself running some of her comments through my head post tour. A comforting thought is that she is not only the tour owner but also the only tour guide so you will be guaranteed the same quality tour I received.
Rating: 5
Fascinating
Fri, Oct 20, 06   1:15 PM slottd Male 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
Our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusastic about New York, the revolutionary period and the going ons of the period. She had pictures which helped to paint a picture of life back then and the physical layout of the city. The stories were great and they cemented an insight into a very important period in American and New York City history. We highly recommend it
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