NYC: Soho, Little Italy and Chinatown Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG701318-1149162
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Discover the neighborhoods of Soho, Chinatown, and Little Italy on a guided walking tour through Manhattan in New York City.
Discover some of New York City's most unique and culturally rich neighborhoods on a guided tour. Explore Soho, Little Italy, and Chinatown and discover the history, culture, and food of these vibrant areas.
Begin the tour at the Dominique Ansel Bakery, where you can fuel up on a delicious and famous Cronut (croissant-doughnut) before setting off on the walking tour.
Explore the historic and artistic district of Soho and admire the stunning cast iron architecture as we learn about the area's transformation from an industrial hub to a thriving fashion district. See some of its most important art galleries and fashion stores.
Visit a secret garden and a local sculpture park where you can appreciate the area's unique artwork and creative talent.
Next, explore Little Italy, where you'll have the opportunity to indulge in some traditional Italian cuisine and learn about the history of the Italian-American community. Stop at the former location of the Five Points of New York, which served as the main setting for the film “Gangs of New York”.
In Chinatown, stroll through the vibrant and colorful streets and visit the Dr Sun Yat-Sen monument, which honors the life and legacy of the Chinese revolutionary leader at Columbus Park. Visit the only Chinese Catholic church where the Chinese Virgin Mary is located.
Pop into a local tea shop where you can taste delicious ginger tea and learn about the cultural significance of tea in Chinese traditions. Finish the tour at a stunning Buddhist temple where you can admire one of the largest Buddha sculptures in the country.
Highlights
- Discover Soho, Chinatown, and Little Italy on a guided walking tour in New York
- Admire the cast iron architecture, art galleries and fashion stores in Soho
- Explore Little Italy, and learn more about Italian-American history and culture
- Stroll through the vibrant streets of Chinatown and visit a Buddhist temple
- Learn about the history and evolution of these neighborhoods with your guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In front of Dominique Hansel Bakery guide will be with a purple Umbrella.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.