Honor Irish Heritage Month and St. Patrick’s Day this March by raising a glass at New York City’s Irish pubs! On this one-time, special edition pub crawl you will learn the history of McSorley’s Ale House and Fraunces Tavern (a couple of the oldest establishments in the city), meet famous Irish characters like John Devoy and Johnathan Swift, explore the connection between Prohibition and Irish history, and hear a first-hand perspective on the evolution of the art of NYC bartending from your guide who has 25 years of experience in the business!
Guests have the option to purchase lunch at the final bar,John Devoy’s, where you’ll hear a special presentation on prohibition history inside a private event space.
Please note that drinks and lunch are NOT included in the price of your tour ticket. Bring cash if you wish to purchase a drink at McSorley’s as the bar does not accept credit cards. You will need two subway swipes to get to all of the bars on this tour.
This tour is led, researched and produced by Irish Podcaster Ashley Cathaláin. Hailing from county Armagh, Ireland and is now a proud Long Beach resident.
100% refund up to 72 hours prior to the start of your tour.
When canceled less than 72 hours before the start of your tour, we will do our best to reschedule you or issue you a credit to use on any of our upcoming tours. This credit won’t expire until you use it!
The group meets at Fraunces Tavern 54 Pearl St, New York, NY 10004
By Subway: 4, 5 to Bowling Green and a 5-minute walk OR 1, R, W to South Ferry and a 5-minute walk
How long is the tour?
This tour is 2.5 hours long.
Where does it end?
It ends at John Devoy’s, 377 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10016.
How strenuous is this tour?
This tour is easy and most people can participate.
Is this tour ADA accessible?
Due to the nature of the bar spaces we will visit, this tour is not ADA accessible. You can email us at [email protected] in order for us to best prepare your visit.
Is this tour mostly indoors or outdoors?
This tour is a mix of both indoor and outdoors.
