America's 250th in NYC

Walk the streets and sail the harbor where American history actually happened.

This is America’s 250th, the Untapped way.

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On Land & On Water

Walking tours through colonial Manhattan and harbor cruises aboard historic schooners.

Guided by Locals

Every tour and sail is led by a local New Yorker whose love for the city is contagious.

Once in 250 Years

Several of these events will never run again. Built for this anniversary and this summer only.

New York Has Been Waiting 250 Years for This Summer

America's 250th happens once. Every experience on this page was hand-picked by Untapped New York to put you right in the middle of it. Whether you're walking the streets where the Revolution was fought or sailing the harbor alongside the Tall Ships, we've got you covered. The harbor cruises are operated by our friends at Classic Harbor Line, New York's most beloved classic yacht operator. Questions before you book? Text or email our team: 917-310-4746 or [email protected].

Statue of Nathan Hale, a spy of the American revolution, outside City Hall
2 Hours - $49

NYC Spies of the American Revolution

Walk the streets of Washington's Culper Spy Ring!

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Period painting of the Battle of Kip's Bay, 1776, showing British warships and rowboats packed with redcoat soldiers crossing toward the Manhattan shore.
2 hours - $42

Battle of Kip’s Bay: Revolutionary War Tour

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The Hamilton Grange National Memorial in Hamilton Heights, Manhattan, featured on the Untapped New York Battle of Harlem Heights tour
2 hours - $42

Battle of Harlem Heights Tour

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Two Revolutionary War-era cast iron cannons mounted on granite pedestals in Central Park, remnants of the 1776 battlefield.
2 hours - $42

Battlegrounds of Central Park Tour

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