This post lists the 4 best places or ways to get a view of the Statue of Liberty for free, most notably the Staten Island Ferry. To be clear, there is only one ferry, run by Statue Cruises, that lets you disembark on Liberty Island to actually visit the Statue of Liberty. However, this one […]
Basically, there is no starting point to the High Line. You can enter the High Line from multiple access points, so the start of the High Line is wherever you choose to enter! Think of the High Line like a bookshelf with a bookend on either side. The northern end of the High Line is at […]
This post is about what to see and do on the High Line, as well as tips on planning your visit, where you can eat in the area and what tours are available. OVERVIEW The High Line is a park that is 1.45 miles (2.33 km) and runs through several neighborhoods - Greenwich Village, the […]
When planning a trip to NYC, you may want to include a ferry ride in your itinerary. Not only are they a fantastic way to see the city from the water, but in some cases, a convenient means of transportation as well. This post explains New York City’s different ferry services, including destinations, how to […]
DUMBO is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass. One might think that this acronym was created by realty developers hoping to draw buyers to a particular area of NYC that was ripe for gentrification. Such was the case with Nolita - which stands for North of Little Italy. Locals simply thought of […]
This post lists 6 best places in Brooklyn street art, accessible to visitors, including murals and graffiti created by both international and local artists. INTRODUCTION Brooklyn is known worldwide for its street art. The murals, wheat pastes, graffiti, and stencils you can see here are every bit as good as the street art you will […]
One of the best shows to take place in New York City is Sex and the City. Some of our tour guides love SATC and have visited many of the show’s locations! We made this self-guided tour of SATC locations to help you find places like Carrie's Apartment, Magnolia Bakery and more. Also, we include […]
Many of us local guides are native New Yorkers and have fond memories of running through the aisles of FAO Schwarz looking for our favorite toys. Though FAO (as we call it) is in a new location, much of the magical atmosphere remains. Expect an unforgettable experience dancing on the big piano keyboard from the […]
This post is a self-guided tour of places in Greenwich Village that are significant in Bob Dylan's career. It includes venues he played at, buildings he lived in, and other Dylan-related spots. SELF-GUIDED TOUR OF BOB DYLAN'S GREENWICH VILLAGE This self-guided tour has 13 stops and covers approximately 1 1/2 miles. Walking at a casual […]
Each summer, New Yorkers, including our local tour guides, head to the city’s beaches for fun in the sun. As we can attest to, the beaches are better than what many people expect. Several have soft sand along the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. You can swim and even surf at some. In this post, we tell […]
This guide is all about things to do in New York in the summer. We include a Top 10 list, loads of free things to do, concerts, festivals, special events, and family-friendly activities. TOP 10 SUMMER ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS This is a Top 10 list of things to do in New York City in the […]
If you are traveling to NYC from overseas, chances are that you are considering getting a SIM card for your phone. This post covers some of the best SIM cards and plans available to visitors who bring their unlocked phones. We include prices, what you get with each plan and where you can purchase these […]
This post tells you how you can tour the old City Hall subway station on your own or on a guided tour through the New York Transit Museum. NOTE: THIS POST IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. FREE TOURS BY FOOT DOES NOT OFFER GUIDED TOURS OF OLD CITY HALL STATION. PLEASE REFER TO QUESTIONS ABOUT […]
Tribeca is a neighborhood often overlooked by visitors to NYC. Perhaps that's because there are very few tourist attractions here. That's the beauty of Tribeca! Some of us guides really enjoy spending time in Tribeca. We meet friends for brunch or a drink, stroll the cobblestone streets amidst the wonderful historic architecture, and visit art […]
Currently known for Off Broadway Theaters, chic restaurants and luxury condominiums, Hell’s Kitchen is now as safe as any place in Manhattan, but it was one of the last areas to be tamed. Sometimes known as Clinton or Hell’s Canyon, it’s still best known as Hell’s Kitchen, a name bestowed for its reputation as a […]
This post can help you figure out which is the best choice of transport to JFK Airport from various points in Manhattan. Keep in mind that what is the best choice for you may be different from someone else. We can say for certain that the cheapest way to JFK is to ride the subway […]
