Top Brooklyn Cultural Tours

Get a taste for Brooklyn's food culture as you visit some of its tasty eateries and small food shops during this small-group walking tour of the Carroll Gardens neighborhood. Come hungry and join your guide for a walking expedition that includes stops for tastings at an eclectic range of ethnic eateries and foodie hotspots. During your walk, you have the chance to sample sweet and savory delights, and visit diverse establishments, from artisanal cooking shops to long-standing Middle Eastern markets.

The food and drink choices in Brooklyn can be overwhelming, but foodies that explore this bustling borough with a guide can eat and drink the best of the best. With this tour, indulge in some of Brooklyn's best cuisine. You can try New American, Middle Eastern, and Italian food including pastries, cheese, and bread. Listen to commentary on the culinary history of the neighborhood and New York City as you go, and even take home a map so you can continue independently.

Discover Harlem's top attractions during a walking tour. Known as a hub for African-American arts since the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, the iconic neighborhood is home to the legendary Apollo Theater, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Studio Museum of Harlem, Sylvia's Soul Food restaurant, and architectural masterpieces such as Striver's Row, Shepard Hall at the City College of New York, and the Hamilton Grange National Memorial.

Avoid the typical generic Brooklyn tour with this personalized adventure through New York's hippest borough, with a private guide and an itinerary designed just for you. With your half-day outing, you can explore districts from DUMBO to Williamsburg, visit original shops with handmade crafts, clothing, and jewelry, and even stop to sample some New York cuisine, at your own expense. Since your guide makes recommendations based on your interests, expect to enjoy the best of Brooklyn on your own terms.

Your ride begins at the world famous Water Street in Dumbo, Brooklyn. You’ll then be taken through the streets of Brooklyn with stops in Dumbo, Vinegar Hill and Brooklyn Heights, a posh residential area known for its tree-lined promenade along the East River. You’ll take in breathtaking views of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty before your ride across the Brooklyn Bridge all while traveling in the most awesome way of transport via sidecar motorcycle to see our great city. This tour is a no-nonsense experience to see as much of this awesome city in the shortest time possible. You will get a taster for the sweet allure of riding by sidecar and want to reach out and touch the city as it whips by you. ( But, uh, please don’t try and touch literally!)

Set in a 19th-century industrial complex in Brooklyn’s Sunset Park neighborhood, waterfront Industry City is home to artist studios, workshops, food venues, independent businesses, and events spaces. On this tour, explore parts of the campus inaccessible to the general public, meet some of the makers based there, and enjoy food and beer tastings from artisan shops.

Gain greater insight on your journey to two New York City landmarks—the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island—with a guide accompanying you to both islands. Avoid the wait at Battery Park with reserve line ferry access, and enjoy scenic views while you cruise. Your guide will share information and get your oriented at both islands, leaving you to venture up to Lady Liberty’s pedestal, and to explore the Ellis Island Immigration Museum independently.

Enjoy New York City's best graffiti and street art by bicycle! Visit world-famous murals and little-known hidden gems while also learning about local food, culture, and events. We'll bike through some of Brooklyn's most diverse neighborhoods and stop for spectacular views of waterfront murals along the Manhattan skyline.

Brooklyn is famous for both its pizza and its craft-beer culture—and this private tour offers the perfect chance to taste your way through both. Meet your guide at a time and place that suits you best—as part of your booking experience, you’ll be assigned a like-minded host who will craft an itinerary based on your interests. Discover thriving breweries, venture to historical neighborhoods, visit family-run pizzerias, and more.

Discover Brooklyn’s neighborhoods and history on a guided, 2.5-hour walking tour through New York City’s hippest borough. Learn where locals dine, shop and drink as you explore with a local guide, and take in views of Manhattan from Brooklyn Heights. Stroll past the distinctive row houses at Cobble Hill then spot the cutting-edge artists studios and hip boutiques of DUMBO, a thriving neighborhood in the shadow of the Brooklyn Bridge. Watch East River traffic drift by and capture classic shots of the city as you walk across the Manhattan Bridge.

Embark on a quest around Brooklyn to discover the most beautiful street art murals and their stories, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover the local artists of Williamsburg, the fascinating New York neighborhood. + Discover the charming neighborhood of Williamsburg and its most beautiful street art murals + Uncover secrets about Street-Artists and their art from all around the world + Admire the Williamsburg bridge and walk along the river while looking at the Manhattan skyline + Walk around the most beautiful part of Brooklin + Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt Discover Brooklyn, New York's famous art-centric borough, by following clues and discovering amazing stories about the astonishing graffiti work. Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won't need a map, a GPS or a guide.

Walk into Jewish life with a local guide. This exclusive tour will take you into places unavailable to the public. Giving you an inside view of the community. While answering all your questions and providing detailed history about the culture and traditions. The tour will give you in-depth knowledge into the history, philosophy, and culture of the Jewish people and their practice. We will discover what makes someone Jewish and the Jewish view on non-Jews. Through this tour expect myths to be broken, your questions answered, and fascinating insights into what it means to be a Jew.

Discover the art and artists of Brooklyn on a two-hour walking tour that takes you into studio and galleries. Sip a welcome drink as your knowledgeable guide introduces the art scene in Brooklyn. Then head out in the neighborhoods of Park Slope and Gowanus to visit two art studios, meet the artists and a curator, and gain insight into the arts in modern-day New York City. Take home an original piece of art and an art swag bag as a souvenir at the end of your tour.

Brooklyn Heights first took shape when Robert Fulton's steamship started ferrying passengers across the East River. Today, it’s a well preserved residential neighbourhood with Greek Revival and Italianate Row House architecture, a beautiful promenade and breathtaking views of Manhattan. Let's explore it together. On this self guided audio tour, I’ll tell you about its first residents, and I’ll guide you through its charming streets. We’ll walk on the Promenade where you can take as many pictures of Manhattan's skyline as you like because there’s no rush to finish the tour. I’ll also recommend some spots to grab a bite along the way. Some of the landmarks you’ll see include: • The Brooklyn Heights Promenade • Manhattan's skyline • A glimpse of the Statue of Liberty • Trump Capote's former house • Brooklyn Historical Society Building

Navigate one of New York City's most diverse neighborhoods—Astoria—on foot during this food-focused tour. With a guide in the lead, visit some hand-picked food shops and restaurants to taste the best of the international cuisine. You'll meet some locals to chat with them about their lives in the neighborhood and visit area landmarks. A small group of just 15 people means you'll enjoy an intimate atmosphere.

Welcome to Brooklyn, New York City’s newest hotspot! From hipster coffeeshops to Instagrammable photo-ops, this historic and quaint NYC destination has been transformed into a must-visit spot for any visitor. This self-guided tour explores Brooklyn’s top two neighborhoods — DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights. As you follow the tour, you’ll see Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Jane’s Carousel, Truman Capote’s House, and Cadman Plaza Park. You’ll also get to explore the #1 most famous spot in Brooklyn, learn about the influence of Tammany Hall politics on NYC today, and enjoy the brisk waterfront air as you look at the towering skyscrapers of Manhattan. Within 30 mins, we'll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you arrive, head over to the first stop. Once there, launch the app and simply follow the instructions from there! Stick to our recommended route for the best experience.

Take a bite out of New York City’s hippest borough on this half-day Brooklyn food and culture tour. From traditional ethnic eateries to culinary hotspots that spark national dining trends, your guide will show you where to eat like a local. Snack on kielbasa and pierogis in the Polish enclave of Greenpoint, satisfy your sweet tooth in DUMBO, and get a taste of farm-to-fork freshness in trendy Williamsburg. Vegetarians can be accommodated. Ride walk, and taste your way through Brooklyn on a food and culture tour Explore four Brooklyn neighborhoods, and enjoy the views of the NYC skyline

This walking food tour is a window into what makes this neighborhood so special. Try ice cream made by an Iron Chef contestant, the "Best Pizza" in Brooklyn, cookies from a judge on Master Chef, BBQ and more. You will enjoy enough tastings for lunch, while learning the history of the neighborhood, experiencing some amazing street art and checking out the best view of the New York City skyline

NYC has many exciting and special places to visit, but one of the most expected is food tours. The variety of food in New York is unbelievable, here you can find every food traditions and culture of any nation starting with Chinese and finishing with Russian food restaurants. Nevertheless, the highly recommended food tour place by frequent travellers is Brooklyn. The three-hour trip will take you to the world where the food is the central aspect and you will neighbourhood where your enthusiastic food guide will lead you to some of Brooklyn’s greatest food thrills. During the walking or driving tour, you will try the best Brooklyn cuisine such as New American, Italian and Middle Eastern including pastries, cheese, bread as well as old favourite American burgers. While you are challenging the abilities of your stomach by trying all the food around, the food guide will uncover many Brooklyn historical culinary scenes in areas of Brooklyn Heights, Cobble, Hill and Carroll Gardens.

Want to explore the many museums and galleries in NYC, but aren’t sure where to start? Have Private Picassos take you on a kid-friendly guided tour of the Brooklyn Museum. Afterwards we'll lead you through a sketching session inspired by the masterpieces just viewed. Tours are available 7 days a week, can be focused on specific artists, artistic periods or themes and are available for groups between 1-6 students.

This walking tour through Brooklyn's trendy Williamsburg neighborhood offers a brief look at Brooklyn history and its influence on contemporary culture, with an insider guide leading the way. Meet-up just steps from the subway, and begin your adventure uncovering trends and traditions—from the urban street art scene to hip local businesses. Venture past historical buildings, chic boutiques, and neighborhood cafés reflecting the area's laid-back vibe. Then be sure to capture the iconic Manhattan skyline from the scenic Brooklyn waterfront.

Brooklyn is famous for its bold and bright street art, but it’s not easy to know where to find these creative works. With this walking tour of the Bushwick neighborhood, take in the diversity and culture of the neighborhood’s urban street artists. Check out massive murals and intricate designs as you take to the streets to learn how Brooklyn’s best can turn anything with a surface into a stunning work of public art.

Explore the up-and-coming arts enclave recently named by ‘Vogue’ as the second-coolest neighborhood on the planet with a 2-hour tour of Bushwick, Brooklyn. Admire edgy street art, see local visionaries at work during studio visits and hear about the area’s creative scene with a curator-led gallery talk. Finish with a glass of red wine and feel good knowing that a portion of tour proceeds go toward supporting the Bushwick arts community.

Discover the cultural delights and delectable bites of Brooklyn on a culinary walking tour of the Williamsburg neighborhood. Delve into the rich culinary history of the area with your guide, visiting iconic eateries to sample treats like homemade ice cream and what is considered the best pizza in Brooklyn. Pleasure your palate with tastings interspersed with vibrant street art and panoramic vistas of New York’s globally renowned skyline.