This post is about Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village and provides information on how to get there, events and things to do in the park. WHERE IS WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK? This park is located right in the heart of one of New York’s great neighborhoods, Greenwich Village. The easiest thing to […]
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 […]
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This post covers things to do in January in New York City in 2024. We include family-friendly, nighttime, and free activities. As local NYC walking tour guides, we can assure you that January is a great month to visit the city. Firstly, outside of the first week of the month, it's probably the cheapest time […]
Do what we do in New York City's colder months -- grab a coat and head out to enjoy the seasonal festivities and fun winter activities! Below we share with you our favorite things to do in NYC in the winter during the 2024-2025 season! Plus, we share some tips to make your visit a […]
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 […]
With about 3.4 million visitors a year, the Statue of Liberty is one of America's most popular tourist attractions. It is well worth visiting it if you want to experience the powerful sense of freedom and hope that Lady Liberty represents. This post compares several ways you can tour the Statue of Liberty including options […]
This post is a guide to things to do in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, with a self-guided tour and tips on places to eat, hear music, and shop. It's a relatively small area that has many great, but lesser-known sights, so it's great to get some tips from a local. And we know […]
There's more than meets the eye when you look at the iconic Woolworth Building in Lower Manhattan. Here are 13 cool facts you might not know about this beloved early skyscraper in New York City. 13 COOL FACTS ABOUT THE WOOLWORTH BUILDING The Woolworth Building is one of New York City's architecturally unique buildings. While […]
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 about the weather in November in NYC, including tips on what to wear as well as things to do. The weather is still fairly mild, and there are several great events in the city this month. As a retired meteorologist turned tour guide, I didn't expect that I would use my experience […]
When New Yorkers want fantastic Italian food we head to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx, New York City’s real Little Italy! While Little Italy in Manhattan is a wonderful neighborhood to explore for its history, its recognizable streets, and the handful of authentic century-old food shops, Arthur Avenue is the real deal. Here are the […]
NYC is a wonderful city to visit in the fall. There is no shortage of seasonal activities besides all the good stuff NYC has to offer all year round! This guide highlights some of the many great things to do in NYC in the fall. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN NYC IN FALL Below […]
This page provides details of our free Midtown Manhattan Walking Tour, including tips on directions, times and sights covered.
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 […]
We're a walking tour company whose local guides are experts in New York City and have led tens of thousands of guests throughout the city’s streets. This puts us in a unique position to have created over 40 self-guided tours, (some available in audio format). These routes include locations we visit during our free guided […]
