True Crime NYC Mafia Tour Led by Real NYPD Guides

About this activity

Go beyond the fiction on this authentic True Crime NYC Mafia Walk! Led by retired NYPD Detectives and lifelong Little Italy locals, this tour offers a genuine “insider’s perspective” on the East Village and Little Italy’s dramatic crime history. Hear firsthand stories from those who lived it, and taste the best local Italian food.

Tour Highlights

Authentic NYPD Insider Guides: Your experience is led by guides who either grew up in the area or served as NYPD Officers on these very streets. They share personal, true crime stories and visit hidden locations that major tour companies simply don’t know exist.

VIP Tasting at Historic Mafia Joint: Start with a private VIP tasting at a famous “Red Sauce Joint,” such as John’s of 12th Street, featured in media like The Sopranos and Get Gotti. Your food stop includes a generous Spaghetti Tasting at one of NYC’s oldest Mafia Italian restaurants.

Notorious Crime Spots & Gang History: Walk the neighborhoods of the East Village and Little Italy, visiting notorious Mafia and local gang locations. Learn about the area’s complex crime history and hear firsthand accounts from your guides.

Featured in Media: Gain insights from a true expert, one who has consulted for TV and will be featured in the upcoming documentary Life After Goodfellas.

Authentic Little Italy Dessert: The tour concludes with a visit to a local shop (Est. 1931) for a full-sized, authentic Sicilian Cannoli—rated the best in the neighborhood.

All-Weather Experience: This unique storytelling tour operates in ALL WEATHER, ensuring your adventure into the underworld is never canceled.

Why Book This True Crime Experience Today

Ready to trade boring tourist facts for authentic crime stories and incredible local Italian food?

This walk offers an unmatched level of authenticity and detail, guided by the very people who lived the history. It’s the ultimate deep dive into the New York underworld, starting in the East Village and ending with dessert in Little Italy.