Unforgettable NYC Cultural & Historical Tours

From the Five Points and Mulberry Bend, through the Italian and Jewish immigrant waves, and finally what is today's Chinatown, this tour explores the development of a rustic landscape of lakes and farms into what became the mostly densely overcrowded neighborhood on earth barely 100 years ago.  The ...

• Foley Square
• Columbus Park
• Lower East Side
• Manhattan Bridge
• Museum At Eldridge Street
• Tenement Museum
• Williamsburg Bridge

• Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, wear comfortable walking shoes, snacks and water are recommended to revitalize

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The Lower East Side is one of New York City’s most historic immigrant neighborhoods—a place where generations of newcomers began their American story. Since the 1840s, waves of immigrants from Germany, Italy, Eastern Europe, the Caribbean, and Asia have settled here, shaping the neighborhood into on...

• Lower East Side
• Museum At Eldridge Street
• The Pickle Guys
• Tenement Museum
• Economy Candy

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Operates rain and shine; please dress accordingly, If canceled because of dangerous weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or full refund, Involves a good amount of walking, We reserve the right to deviate from the route of the tour in the event of marches, parades, and circumstances beyond our control., All food is Kosher Style and Vegetarian, The Pickle Guys is Kosher Certified, No substitutes for food items, We are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions, We cannot guarantee food has not come into contact with possible allergens, Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The Lower East Side is one of New York City’s most historic immigrant neighborhoods—a place where generations of newcomers began their American story. Since the 1840s, waves of immigrants from Germany, Italy, Eastern Europe, the Caribbean, and Asia have settled here, shaping the neighborhood into on...

• Lower East Side
• Museum At Eldridge Street
• The Pickle Guys
• Economy Candy
• Essex Market

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Operates rain and shine; please dress accordingly, Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour's designated start time. The tour departs promptly and no refunds will be given for guests who miss the tour due to being late, If canceled because of dangerous weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or full refund, Involves a good amount of walking, Food vendors are not guaranteed, Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund, We reserve the right to deviate from the route of the tour in the event of marches, parades, and circumstances beyond our control., Once the tour begins, if you make the decision to not follow the guide or their instructions, we cannot guarantee we can reunite you with the group., Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age., Food is not included. We suggest bringing $20-$30 cash per person.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Take a Docent-led tour of the landmark Eldridge Street Synagogue and learn about immigration at the turn of the 20th century, Jewish immigrant life, Moorish architecture and historic preservation.

The Lower East Side’s tenements, synagogues and storefronts have, within them, the story of America. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover how the densest slum in human history became an incubator for comedy, social justice, and entrepreneurship that transformed the nation. You’ll find ...

• Museum At Eldridge Street
• Tenement Museum
• Economy Candy

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Eat your way through the history of the Lower East Side as you skip the lines of the neighborhood's famed delis and uncover hidden gems, with reserved museum entry, on this small group walking tour. Go beyond the tourist traps — immerse yourself in a neighborhood generations of immigrants have calle...

• The Pickle Guys
• Lower East Side
• Museum At Eldridge Street
• Essex Market

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.