While exploring New York City, take a break from the usual sightseeing to explore its diverse neighborhoods and experience the city’s unique sounds, sights, and tastes. This is a great way to explore the city’s five boroughs and beyond. From Broadway shows to hot 16s in Harlem, our picks for the best tours of New York City will have you craving something different.
Brooklyn Graffiti Tour
Brooklyn Unplugged Tours takes you on a walking tour through Bushwick’s urban art district, where you’ll see some of the most amazing graffiti and murals that can be found in the area. You’ll learn the difference between a tag, a mural, and a paste-up, as well as the significance of these works of art. The tour is focused on the Bushwick Collective, an exhibition that was created to enhance the neighborhood’s vibrant street art scene.
Jewish Heritage and Food Tour
The history of Jewish settlement in New York dates back to the 17th century. During this tour, you’ll learn about the various facets of Jewish life in the city, including the history of Jewish settlement in New Amsterdam and the Lower East Side. The tour guides will introduce you to some of the city’s best local noshes, such as pastrami, bialys, and falafel, as well as stories about notable Jewish individuals.
The Ride
The Ride is a double-decker coach that transports passengers through the streets of Manhattan. This experience is an interactive multi-media experience that features live music and virtual reality, as well as interaction with the riders. The seats and floor-to-ceiling glass windows provide a great view of the action.
Tour NBC Studios
During the Tour at NBC Studios, you’ll get a glimpse into the history of television. You’ll be able to walk through the halls of The Rockefeller Center and Saturday Night Live.
If you’re a fan of television and want to create your own show, then head over to the Tour Studio. There, you can create a show and then download a copy of it after you’re back home. You’ll also be able to purchase NBC Studios products such as The Office and Saturday Night Live merchandise.
Disney on Broadway Tour
The Disney on Broadway tour takes you behind the scenes of New York City’s musical theatre industry. This tour, led by a local theater insider, starts in the Midtown theater district and visits the New Amsterdam Theater. After learning about the history of New York City’s musical theatre industry, guests will get a chance to try on the various props and costumes from shows such as Mary Poppins and The Lion King.
American Institute of Architects Boat Tour
The American Institute of Architects’ boat tour takes guests on a different perspective of New York City while traveling through the Hudson River. This tour guide, who is an architect, will lead you through some of the city’s most prominent landmarks, such as Lady Liberty. He will also talk about the history of the building industry and the various engineering marvels that are built in the city.
