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 is a guide to Grand Central Terminal, what you can see here, tours, dining, shopping, and secret locations. (Guia en español) All aboard! How to Get Here What to See Tours History Shopping and Dining Secrets of Grand Central Grand Central Station (or Terminal)? WHERE IS GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL? Grand Central Station is located […]
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 things to do and see on Wall Street, including a list of the top sights, nearby attractions and places to eat. Wall Street is a stop on our pay-what-you-wish Lower Manhattan tours that run multiple times a week. So our local tour guides are very familiar with the area so we […]
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 is a guide to Manhattan and Brooklyn's best neighborhoods of interest to tourists and visitors. We include clickable maps and links to individual neighborhood overview pages. New York City is so much more than a bunch of amazing points of interest spread across five boroughs. Not sure what a borough is, then first […]
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.
This post lists the best ice skating rinks in NYC, updated for winter 2024-2025. We include hours, tickets, directions, and suggestions to make your experience great. MANHATTAN ICE SKATING RINKS There are several rinks throughout the city, varying in price, and range. One rink is free to skate, though if you don't have your own […]
This post is a guide to events and things to do in New York at Christmas in 2024. We include markets, window displays, public Christmas tree lightings, sightseeing tours, shows, and more. As local tour guides, we experience Christmas in NYC both as locals as well as through the eyes of our guests. And, throughout […]
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 […]
All of our local guides have watched the ball drop in Times Square at least once and we can say that it is an experience that you won't ever forget -- for good or bad! Below we share our first-hand information to make your night at the free Times Square New Year's Eve celebration on […]
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 […]
