New York Private Tours and Experiences Hosted by Local Experts
From strolling the streets of Brooklyn to savoring the classic cuisine in Chinatown and Little Italy on our New York Food Tours, we curate diverse and immersive experiences. Create lasting memories with our family-friendly American Museum of Natural History Tour or dive into the world of art with our Metropolitan Museum of Art Tour, led by an art historian.
Since 2011, our local team of experts has been unearthing New York's hidden gems, weaving tales of Hamilton and the Revolutionary War, American Immigration, and the Gilded Age tycoons on our Manhattan walking tours. Immerse yourself in must-see landmarks like the High Line, the September 11th Memorial, and more.
You'll unleash the spirit of New York during our captivating walking tours, where the city's fast-paced energy blends seamlessly with deeper historical narratives, leaving you with an enriched perspective and unforgettable experiences.
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Using buildings as milestones and creating a thread through the fabric of the Gilded Age, Michele brought to light the fascinating characters that ruled over New York’s upper class back then, and their stories of wealth, power, intrigue and ambition. Her background as a writer and film producer allowed her to give a unique perspective on the subject. The conversation flowed naturally, unrestrained by any formal script, and spanned across several engaging subjects. She was always open to discuss any matter that came up and provide further details about the venues and the people that lived there. Also commendable was her eagerness to share her knowledge, as well as her availability to answer my questions and to delve deeper into the points I was most interested in. Not once did she adopt a professorial posture, which put me at ease and made me very comfortable to share my ideas and impressions. In short, I learnt a lot in a very pleasant way and had a great time.
Henry
Oct. 29, 2024
This tour through the Village allowed me to have a comprehensive view of the neighborhood, its dazzling cultural life and its complex history — from the early presence of the Native Americans, going through the tobacco farms of the Dutch and the estates of the English, to the bohemian effervescence of the '60s and its role in the gay rights movement —. The conversation flowed naturally, unrestrained by any formal script, and spanned across several engaging subjects. Michele was always open to discuss any matter that came up and provide further details about the venues. Also commendable was her eagerness to share her knowledge, as well as her availability to answer my questions and to delve deeper into the points I was most interested in. Not once did she adopt a professorial posture, which put me at ease and made me very comfortable to share my ideas and impressions. Furthermore, her connection with the neighborhood allowed her to draw a lively and colorful portrait of life in the Village. This tour was the best way possible to approach Greenwich Village and its intricacies.
Henry
Oct. 29, 2024
Robert was an excellent guide, who brought the rich history of Greenwich Village alive.
Rebecca
Oct. 28, 2024