Cultural Guided Tour Through Manhattan's Lower East Side
Urban activities - (city tours & activities)
New York, NY
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New York, NY
Overview
On this private, accessible tour, you’ll discover the history, food and culture of New York’s Lower East Side Neighborhood. Following a local guide, you’ll explore the district and learn about how the waves of migration to the United States have shaped it. The tour itinerary is flexible and has several options according to how much time you want to spend on the Lower East Side. This half-day tour includes a walk through the Lower East Side, learning from your guide about Jewish and Easter European immigrants that moved there. You’ll also sample some local food and visit a secret speakeasy bar. Whichever tour length you choose, your guide will give you plenty of tips of what to see and do in New York and many interesting facts about the Lower East Side.
This is an accessible tour that can accommodate people with disabilities. The locations visited are wheelchair-accessible and many have accessible bathroom facilities. Your guide can also provide assistance, if necessary.
Activity details
Pick-up | Meeting point: African Burial Ground at 7 Elk Street |
Drop off | End point: African Burial Ground at 7 Elk Street |
Duration | 4 hours |
Available languages | English |
Maximum capacity | 12 |
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Main locations of the tour
New York, NY, USA
Lower East Side
Lower East Side, Manhattan, New York, NY, USA
Williamsburg Bridge
Williamsburg Bridge, New York, NY, USA
Itinerary
Meeting point: African Burial Ground at 7 Elk Street
Lower East Side
The Lower East Side is an eclectic neighborhood where dusty alleys and rental apartment blocks mix with upscale apartments and chic boutiques. At night, crowds of trendy young people flock to the area in search of trendy bars, restaurants, and music venues. The neighborhood's Jewish heritage is present on Orchard Street, home to the Lower East Side Tenement Museum, classic cloth shops and traditional delicatessens such as Katz's and Russ & Daughters.Williamsburg Bridge
The Williamsburg Bridge, connecting Manhattan's Lower East Side to Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood, offers stunning views of the city skyline, East River, and surrounding boroughs. Visitors can walk, roll, or cycle across its dedicated pathways, with a slight incline at the start but a generally manageable slope throughout. The bridge is a vibrant mix of urban energy and scenic views, providing a unique perspective of New York City.
End point: African Burial Ground at 7 Elk Street
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Important information
Please note that the price featured is the lowest price available based on 2 people traveling. Please get in touch with our travel experts to know what rates apply for your traveling dates / number of participants.
Travel insurance is not included but an appropriate insurance based on your personal needs is highly recommended.
There is no restriction of any kind regarding this tour.
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