Join a unique walking tour of New York City to learn about the city’s garbage and rat problems. Hear about the history of these issues and how the city has dealt with them.

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Discover the dirty secrets of New York City on a walking tour that explores the city’s relationship with garbage and rats. Learn about the city’s trash disposal systems, the biology and habits of rats, and how the city has dealt with these problems since 1626.

Meet your guide, a graduate of the New York City Trash Academy and a member of the New York City Rat Pack, an elite squad of dedicated anti-rat activists. Hear about the history of New York City and how it has been built on trash and how rats have thrived on human consumption.

Learn about the city’s garbage disposal systems and the metaphorical rats, or corrupt people, that have plagued the city. Hear gross stories about rats and garbage and see historic dumping grounds, walk through alleys, and hear about rat pits and see rat burrows.

Learn about the history of New York City’s garbage and rat problems
Discover how the city has dealt with these filthy, disease-causing problems
Visit historic dumping grounds and walk through alleys on this unique tour
Hear about rat pits and see rat burrows on this 2-hour walking tour
Learn about rat biology and habits, garbage disposal systems, and more

Includes:
2-hour walking tour
Expert guide
Fascinating facts about rats and garbage
Dark alleys

 

 

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