New York City has a lot of famous things about it, and one of the biggest is its food. This post lists 19 iconic foods to try when in the Big Apple. Our list comes from our local tour guides, many of whom are native New Yorkers. But you don’t have to rely on just […]
This post explains how to visit Carrie Bradshaw's Apartment (the famous stoop), including tips on visitor etiquette, background information, and guided tours. Sex and the City fans come from all over the world to see where Carrie Bradshaw lived. Some say that Carrie Bradshaw's Upper West Village Sex and the City House might as well […]
This post is about where you can find a great slice of pizza organized by neighborhood. We highlight pizzas from Manhattan including Greenwich Village, Midtown, Little Italy, and the East Village. We also cover the best Brooklyn pizzerias. Pizza is one of New York’s “iconic” foods. New Yorkers will happily live on pizza every day […]
Greenwich Village (called "the Village" by New Yorkers) is known for its interesting history and its unique energy, both of which make it worth visiting. It's a popular neighborhood for those looking for lively nightlife as it is filled with restaurants, bars, live music, and comedy clubs. At the same time, the Village has a […]
With its many tourist attractions, as well as its cool vibe and gorgeous cast-iron architecture, SoHo is definitely worth visiting! And, this post is a guide to things to do in SoHo, including where to eat, shop, and see art. I also include a sample itinerary, family-friendly activities, and things to do at night. To […]
This post explains how to get Saturday Night Live tickets, including standby tickets and tickets for the dress rehearsal. Competition for a seat is fierce but don’t give up hope entirely (we know a few tricks). We have broken this post up into sections for easier reading. HOW AND WHEN TO REQUEST TICKETS SNL embodies […]
This post lists the best places to see incredible views of New York City. The locations below were chosen by me and my fellow local tour guides who know where to go for stunning skyline views day and night. Some of these locations are covered on our walking tours and you can preview what to […]
This post is about taking a tour of New York's City Hall and includes information about tickets, directions, what you will see there, and nearby attractions.
Our local tour guides love the Ghostbusters movies, not just because they are hilarious but because they take place here at home. And we are pretty excited about the newest movie, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, coming out in March 2024. If you are like us, making a pilgrimage to the Ghostbusters locations throughout New York City […]
This post covers things to do in Brooklyn Heights, New York. We include information to help you plan your visit, including what to see and where to eat. WHAT AND WHERE IS BROOKLYN HEIGHTS Brooklyn Heights is one of the most special neighborhoods in New York City. Its history dates back to the colonial era and […]
This post is about the Cafe Wha, a music venue in Greenwich Village where some of the most famous rock bands, folk musicians and comedians got there start. How to Get Here Overview Origin of Its Name Guide to Greenwich Village Things to Do at Night in NYC Things to Do in NYC
Several of our local tour guides and I have had the good fortune to tour the Woolworth Building. Tours stopped running in 2020 due to the pandemic, but we do want to tell you about them should they become available again. Be warned - many try to enter the lobby but there is no public […]
This post is a self-guided tour of Roosevelt Island, located in the middle of the East River. You may recognize the island by the red aerial tram that goes to the island. The tram has been the setting for many films and TV shows, such as Spider-Man (2002), in which the Green Goblin blows up the Roosevelt […]
As a graduate of New York University, I spent my college years frolicking in Greenwich Village. I loved it then and I still love it now. The neighborhood has always had an 'anything goes' vibe about it. You can be whoever you want to be -- especially in the freewheelin' Washington Square Park. As a […]
This post is a visitor's guide to the Chrysler Building, NYC's signature piece of Art Deco architecture. We cover what there is to see, its history, and how to get there. Though you can step inside the gorgeous lobby, there are no tours of the building. In 2020, discussions for an observation deck began, but […]
This post will provide details about the best tours available in Brooklyn, New York. In addition to our pay-what-you-wish walking tours, we’ll also include details about the popular bus, bike, and food tours you can take in this historic neighborhood. BROOKLYN WALKING TOURS The following section will include details about various walking tours you can […]
