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ManhattanWalks New York City Walking Tours ManhattanWalks Visits Greenwich Village
History abounds on every corner. Known for its bohemian life style, the area of Greenwich Village was first settled by Native Americans. Its most recognizable landmark, Washington Square Arch, was built in 1898 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of George Washington's inauguration. The Arch is located in Washington Square Park, the center of the Village's thriving urban oasis.
Schedule your You can also ManhattanWalks For those wishing to experience the ambiance of a small town within a teeming metropolis, head to Greenwich Village with ManhattanWalks and Marty Shore as your tour guide. Charming crooked streets are filled with culture, history and renowned institutions of learning and creativity. Woven into this invigorating environment are cafes', boutiques, entertainment venues and a vibrant street life. Greenwich Village is sometimes said to be the unofficial headquarters of the City's counterculture. It has witnessed decades of well-known art and social movements including bohemian, beatnik, hippie, avant-garde, and social activism. |