7 Pub Crawls in New York City for a Big Night Out

1.Greenwich Village Literary Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $49Our pick

Walk Greenwich Village with local actor-guides such as Malka, Miranda, Rob, or Camber, stopping at pubs linked to writers from Thomas Paine to Allen Ginsberg. You will hear stories, enjoy recitations, and have time to buy drinks. The tour starts at 2 p.m. and lasts about three hours.

“Great historical tour with lots of interesting information about the area. Presentation by the host was excellent. Really enjoyed ourselves.”

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2.NYC Pub Crawl and Rooftop Clubbing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 39 reviews · from $28

Meet an English-speaking host near Bowery and East Houston for a 3.5-hour night through four New York bars and clubs, ending at a multi-level rooftop nightclub. Your $28 covers entry, hosts, drink deals, and shots. Bring ID, follow the strict dress code, and arrive on time.

“As the tour guide was walking very fast, she didn't pay attention to the group at all. What's more, she was going so fast in windy weather that I fell on my hand and broke my wrist and had to go to hospital as an emergency. In other words, I didn't get to experience it at all.”

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3.Best of NYC Drag – Drag Bar Crawl with Drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Meet guides such as Alex, Justin, or Miss JAE in Hell’s Kitchen for a welcome drink, nightlife history, drag performances, and a final show at Industry Bar. The group is limited to 10 people, making this a friendly introduction to New York’s drag scene.

“Fun night with great people, thanks!!! Dancing/lip sync and drag scene in real life club competition.”

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4.NYC Nightlife Crawl: Bars, Clubs & VIP Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $32

Start at 9:00 pm in the East Village for about 3.5 hours of hosted bar and club hopping. Expect games, DJs or live music, free shots, drink discounts, dancing, and VIP-style entry. Bring valid ID, follow the dress code, and plan for walking and crowded rooms.

“Okay pub crawl, lots of walking so I’d recommend comfortable shoes. Also, some of the bars were overly crowded so be prepared to stand with loud music. I’d say this is for more of the 40 and under crowd. If you don’t drink I wouldn’t recommend because with every stop when you get a drink you get a free shot. So drink wisely! Lol However, you get to meet a lot of people in a short amount of time.”

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5.NYC: Drag Highlights – Bar Crawl & Show – Drinks Included!

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · from $55

Meet your drag queen host at DBL, raise a drink in Hell’s Kitchen, hear about NYC drag culture, then head to a top local show for flips, laughs, and dancing. Guides such as Alex, Liz, and Justin have led memorable nights, with the route ending back at the meeting point.

“This was my first time at a drag show and it was amazing! The cast was gorgeous & talented. They put on a fantastic show. Hanging out with a drag queen was a nice touch! Liz was a great guide and very helpful during the entire night. I feel lucky to have stumbled upon this! This was my first time at a drag show and it was amazing! The cast was gorgeous & talented. They put on a fantastic show. Hanging out with a drag queen was a nice touch! Liz was a great guide and very helpful during the entire night.”

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6.NYC Pub Crawl Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · from $18Best value

Join English-speaking party hosts for a three-hour crawl through four West Village bars and clubs near NYU. Expect games, live music, DJs, dancing, free shots, and special drink prices. Bring a passport or ID, and note that this is for ages 21 to early 30s.

“Amazing people. Amazing places and entertainment (they can only offer on Wednesdays). Amazing staff. Amazing :)”

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7.NYC: Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Join US Ghost Adventures for a two-hour Greenwich Village walk through murder tales, duels, speakeasies, and haunted bars. Meet your English-speaking guide at One if by Land, Two if by Sea, then visit Marie’s Crisis Cafe, the Hangman’s Elm, Jefferson Market Library, and the Friends apartment building. Drinks cost extra.

“Excellent tour! Our guide Becca was friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and engaging! Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone coming to NYC to visit (or if they live here already),”

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