It is an iconic scene often captured in film and photographs – beautifully dressed women with impressive hats in Harlem heading to church for Sunday worship. But, it’s more than fashion or a show, Harlem congregants consider church worship and church family an integral part of life and a source of weekly spiritual sustenance. Sunday Gospel in Harlem invites you to be a part of this custom by respectfully joining a local church family for an hour of worship including gospel.
Please note the entire church service is 90 minutes or more in duration. The tour group stays for a hour, departing before the sermon begins. If you wish to stay on your own for the entire service, please notify the tou...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour is led by a licensed tour guide and Harlem resident
Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
Contribution to the church’s offering plate. We suggest a minimum of $5 each
Meeting Points
Departure
350 W 125th St
The meeting point is next to the subway entrance at 350 W 125th Street (Chase Bank), the southwest corner of St Nicholas Avenue and 125th Street/Martin Luther King.
Subway directions to the meeting point: Take the UPTOWN A, B, C, or D subway line to the 125th Street Station.
Return
253 W 125th St
Ends in front of the Apollo Theater, 253 W 125th Street
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Small Backpacks allowed
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Recording devices and photographs are not allowed during church service
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Dress appropriately and conservatively for traditional Sunday service
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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It is an iconic scene often captured in film and photographs – beautifully dressed women with impressive hats in Harlem heading to church for Sunday worship. But, it’s more than fashion or a show, Harlem congregants consider church worship and church family an integral part of life and a source of weekly spiritual sustenance. Sunday Gospel in Harlem invites you to be a part of this custom by respectfully joining a local church family for an hour of worship including gospel.
Please note the entire church service is 90 minutes or more in duration. The tour group stays for a hour, departing before the sermon begins. If you wish to stay on your own for the entire service, please notify the tou...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Tour is led by a licensed tour guide and Harlem resident
Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
Contribution to the church’s offering plate. We suggest a minimum of $5 each
Meeting Points
Departure
350 W 125th St
The meeting point is next to the subway entrance at 350 W 125th Street (Chase Bank), the southwest corner of St Nicholas Avenue and 125th Street/Martin Luther King.
Subway directions to the meeting point: Take the UPTOWN A, B, C, or D subway line to the 125th Street Station.
Return
253 W 125th St
Ends in front of the Apollo Theater, 253 W 125th Street
Itinerary
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Central Harlem
Visit a local Baptist church for an hour of worship service which includes inspirational gospel music.
Experience the warm welcome of its church members, proud of its spiritual and social ministries, which have stood firm through decades of neighborhood changes.
1 hour
2
Central Harlem
Experience Harlem's historic 125th Street the main commercial/shopping corridor. Learn and see historic sites associated with its social and political movements contrasting with the new Harlem and changes that are taking place.
Highlights:
-The Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., State Office building,
-Victoria and the Marriott Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel, first hotel to open (June 2023) in Harlem in over 50 years
-Historic Alhambra Ballroom
-Historic Hotel Theresa
-Apollo Theater, Harlem's most famous and world-renowned music and performance venue.
