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15 Best NYC Mafia & Gangster Tours

The mob history tours: Five Points, Little Italy’s old rackets and Gotti’s neighborhood, narrated by guides who occasionally include a retired cop. The stories are local, specific and mostly unprintable.

1.New York City Mafia and Local Food Tour led by NYPD Guides

Discover NYC’s East Village and Little Italy with a 3-hour mafia and food tour guided by a retired NYPD officer, blending history, crime stories, and full-sized Italian dishes.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Lots of great information and stories It was a fascinating history lesson served up with delicious food!”

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2.True Crime NYC: Mafia Walk w/Ret. NYPD Detective & Local Food

Explore NYC's mafia history with retired NYPD detectives, authentic stories, historic locations, and delicious Italian food in this immersive walking tour.

★ 5.0

“We came to NYC for my husbands birthday and going on a mafia tour was on his bucket list. The tour was amazing with Louie and Dennis providing a very informative and enjoyable experience, their depth of knowledge was incredible and they were so approachable…”

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4.New York City The Sopranos Iconic Locations Bus Tour

Discover over 40 iconic *Sopranos* filming locations around NYC and New Jersey on this 4-hour guided bus tour led by a local actor. Perfect for fans seeking authentic, behind-the-scenes insights.

★ 4.5

“Well worth doing. The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and gave us much information that we did not know about”

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5.True Crime New York: NYPD-Guided Mafia Walking Tour w/ Food

Explore NYC’s Mafia history with a retired NYPD detective guide, authentic food, and insider stories in Little Italy and the East Village.

★ 4.6

“True Crime Walking Tour – An Unforgettable Experience with an Incredible Guide The True Crime Walking Tour was a very enjoyable and memorable experience. Our tour guide, Frank, was absolutely amazing—truly awesome in every way. His passion, energy, and storytelling made the entire tour incredibly…”

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9.NYC Gangster and Mob Private Walking Tour

Discover NYC's mafia past with this private 2-hour walking tour through Little Italy, Chinatown, and Five Points, led by passionate guides.

★ 5.0

“Joel was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the retelling of Mafia lore. My fiancé and I had a wonderful time! Loved this tour would definitely recommend it if you are interested in the subject. I learned a lot of new things. Thank you so much…”

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10.New York City: Mafia History in Little Italy Walking Tour w/NYPD

Discover NYC's mafia past with a guided walking tour through Little Italy, Chinatown, and East Village, featuring authentic food, landmarks, and stories.

★ 5.0

“Super fun tour with delicious food!! Frank knows his mafia history and his stories were fantastic! Frank was accommodating and a great guide! Thanks for a fun tour!”

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12.NYC Dark History Walking Tour: Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia

Discover NYC's dark side on this 1.5-hour walking tour exploring haunted landmarks, mafia tales, and ghostly legends with engaging guides and interactive fun.

★ 5.0

“Amazing tour, highly educational with lots of surprise treats! The hosts were amazing, lived here for 6 years and still learned a lot. Great for tourists and natives alike.”

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14.NYC Bar Tour: Gangsters, Heroes + Bright Lights of Broadway

Discover Hell’s Kitchen’s vibrant nightlife, gangster tales, and Broadway spirit on this 3.5-hour guided bar tour with VIP access, prizes, and stunning views.

★ 4.6

“Absolutely brilliant, so much fun. If you are unsure whether to book - do it - you won’t regret it! Our host called Wow - what a superstar! Loved him!”

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15.NYC Dark History Tour: Ghosts, Murders & Mafia!

Discover NYC's dark past with this 1.5-hour walking tour exploring haunted sites, mafia hideouts, and eerie legends—perfect for true crime and history fans.

★ 4.9

“I had a really great time on this tour! The tour guide was very engaging and had so many interesting stories! He also made it so our whole group become friends by the end of the tour which was so fun! Definitely recommend for tourists…”

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