Discover the vibrant history and musical legacy of Harlem with a midweek morning gospel tour. Stroll past beautiful brownstones while learning about Harlem's famous former residents. Take part in an uplifting morning service featuring the talented ARC gospel choir, which supports drug addiction recovery programs within the community. Upgrade to include a delicious lunch at Sylvia's, a local eatery renowned for serving up some of the best soul food in New York.
Walking tour of residential sections
Entertaining and informative guide
Four-hour Wednesday-morning guided tour of Harlem
Stop at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
ARC gospel choir
Additional soul food lunch (if option selected)
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Gospel service
Stop at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
Walking tour of residential sections of Harlem
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks (unless lunch option is selected)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
Departure point
Near Times Square on Eighth Avenue
Departure Time
9am
What To Expect
Spend a morning immersed in the rich and eclectic culture of Harlem. Meet your guide near Times Square in the morning and board a comfortable coach for the drive north to Harlem. Admire the stately homes and historic buildings of Strivers Row and Sylvan Terrace, and cruise by musical landmarks like the Apollo Theater, which has hosted some of the hottest names in jazz and R&B throughout the decades.Continue on to a local church to take part in an inspiring morning service featuring the soul-stirring vocals of the ARC gospel choir. This community choir helps support the drug treatment services of the Addicts Rehabilitation Center, New York State's oldest drug-free recovery program.If you select the lunch upgrade, enjoy a delicious meal after the gospel service at Sylvia's restaurant. Founded by the 'queen of soul food,' this Harlem institution dishes up beloved southern-inspired specialties like fried chicken, spicy ribs, collard greens and cornbread. At the end of your tour, you'll be dropped off back at the original departure point in the afternoon.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for child aged 4 and under
Church services may be held in the Bronx, however the tour will still cover the Harlem itinerary
Shorts and tank tops are not allowed to be worn on this tour. Harlem Spirituals Inc. reserves the right to refuse clients improperly dressed and will not refund the service
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.