From Manhattan: Half-Day Brooklyn Food and Culture Bus Tour
ID: GYG31987-38371
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
See the real Brooklyn, get a better understanding of its multi-cultural diversity, and enjoy sampling its tasty food. This half-day guided walking tour, with many stops to get off and walk around, reveals the highlights of this popular destination.
So many people visit New York City and never get to see Brooklyn. It's been said that a trip to Brooklyn is like a trip around the world. Find out for yourself on a unique 4.5-hour tour.
Explore the ethnic diversity of New York City on a guided tour that’s both a history and a gastronomy lesson. Take a trip back in time in this New York borough that you probably haven’t heard all that much about.
New Williamsburg is a neighborhood that’s home to many ethnic groups and a thriving art community. Enjoy a slice of delectable authentic Neapolitan brick-oven thin-crust pizza and a freshly prepared cannoli for dessert. Drive through the ultra-orthodox Hasidic Jewish area where time seems to stand still.
Greenpoint features one of largest Polish populations in the United States. Visit a favorite neighborhood eatery that offers up the best kielbasa sausage and pierogies.
In the DUMBO area you’ll stop for a sample of delicious chocolate at the Jacques Torres chocolate factory. Visit Brooklyn Bridge Park for a stunning view of the Manhattan skyline.
Highlights
- Experience the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of NYC's coolest borough
- Eat pierogies and kielbasa in the Polish enclave of Greenpoint
- Learn about the history and the evolution of culinary culture in Brooklyn
- Travel in a comfortable air conditioned vehicle
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note, tours operate rain or shine. Much of this tour takes place on a comfortable temperature-controlled bus. While there is walking in each of the neighborhoods, this tour is comfortable even during the colder months
• Vegetarian options are available upon request
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
• Please bring child seats for all children under 6 years. These will not be supplied on the tour
• Please note that all tickets are sold at the full adult price, and all people attending will need to purchase a ticket - this includes children and infants
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants who are over 12 years old must present proof that they have received at least one dose of a FDA or WHO-approved Covid-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination may include the NYC COVID Safe App, Excelsior Pass, CDC Vaccination Card (or photo), NYC Vaccination Record, or official immunization record from outside NYC or the US
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc)
You'll find the meeting point at corner of Carmine Street and 6th Avenue.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
