Birding in Peace
Green-Wood Cemetery 500 25th Street, BrooklynBefore our gates open to the general public, birding expert Rob Jett leads these peaceful Sunday morning walking tours to discover the many birds that call Green-Wood home. Copies of our new Bird Checklist will be available to all tour participants. Comfortable footwear is recommended.
Historic Trolley Tour
Experience the most magnificent and historic 478 acres in New York City. Join our expert tour guides to hear fascinating stories of Green-Wood’s permanent residents, see breathtaking views of Manhattan, tread where George Washington and his troops fought the Battle of Brooklyn, and much more.
Each tour boasts great views, beautiful monuments throughout, rolling hills, century-old trees and stories of the fascinating persons interred at Green-Wood. Please note: all tours include a visit to Green-Wood's Historic Chapel and to Battle Hill.
(Sold Out) Moonlight Tour
Arm yourself with a flashlight and join other fearless trekkers to explore Green-Wood’s intriguing tombstones and unforgettable catacombs. Historian Jeff Richman leads this walking tour that is also accompanied by the ethereal and atmospheric sounds of live accordion music. Keep an eye out for the spirits of illustrious cemetery residents like Boss Tweed, Louis Comfort Tiffany, Leonard Bernstein and Jean-Michel Basquiat. Skeptical strollers can simply enjoy the brilliance of the full moon. Please bring a flashlight to light your way. Comfortable footwear is recommended.
