
Discover each neighborhood's delis, street vendors, and unique flavors and see the real Manhattan with a side of history, culture, and community
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
You’ll join one of our local NY hosts to discover all that is to be found in Lower Manhattan. Alright, maybe not all; there’s too much to see, eat, drink, and do, but you will enjoy a taste (literally, you’ll be doing some eating) of Chinatown, SoHo, and Little Italy.
Where to begin? It’s up to you, actually - just let us know what your vibe is and if there are any spots you’ve been dreaming of seeing.
We would recommend perusing the delis in Little Italy, though, which have been in the same families for generations, and trying a cannoli or two, then paying homage to NY’s very first pizzeria (by eating a slice, obviously).
Get lost (no, not literally) in the maze of streets in vibrant Chinatown and haggle for a bargain with a street vendor, stop for some dim sum, and then stroll through trendy SoHo, discover its hidden gems that most people miss in their mad dashes around the city!
Lower Manhattan is a surprising kaleidoscope of history, cultures, communities, and flavors that go far beyond just the tourist sights you might have, so get ready to discover another side of this famous area and see the real Manhattan.
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I booked the tour for my 60th birthday and was absolutely amazed by the amount of professionalism, flexibility, adaptability, knowledge and cheerfulness of my tour guide, Olga! What an amazing person! Prior to the tour I was sent a questionnaire where I was asked to explain my desired touring experience, from special interests, to specific places to visit, to specific information I would like to hear, to the desired pace of our walk! Absolute professionalism on behalf of the organizers! Olga was a stunning tour guide, she contacted me in advance to arrange our meeting point (she agreed to pick me up at my hotel!) and to confirm my specific interests for the tour. On the day of the tour she had everything perfectly planned, the route, the trivia, the information, she even came prepared with alternatives in case I was tired from long walks or bored with a specific destination- an absolute professional! Olga is an aficionado foodie and she gave me lots of tips on how to get the best pizza, Italian delicacies, Chinese dim-sum or dumpling soup, and even treated me to a coffee, a slice of pizza and an authentic cannoli from the best place to buy Italian pastries, fresh pasta and groceries. An absolutely delightful climax to an unforgettable four-hour walking tour of one of Manhattan’s most historic districts. Highly recommended!
Show moreI booked the tour for my 60th birthday and was absolutely amazed by the amount of professionalism, flexibility, adaptability, knowledge and cheerfulness of my tour guide, Olga! What an amazing person! Prior to the tour I was sent a questionnaire where I was asked to explain my desired touring experience, from special interests, to specific places to visit, to specific information I would like to hear, to the desired pace of our walk! Absolute professionalism on behalf of the organizers! Olga was a stunning tour guide, she contacted me in advance to arrange our meeting point (she agreed to pick me up at my hotel!) and to confirm my specific interests for the tour. On the day of the tour she had everything perfectly planned, the route, the trivia, the information, she even came prepared with alternatives in case I was tired from long walks or bored with a specific destination- an absolute professional! Olga is an aficionado foodie and she gave me lots of tips on how to get the best pizza, Italian delicacies, Chinese dim-sum or dumpling soup, and even treated me to a coffee, a slice of pizza and an authentic cannoli from the best place to buy Italian pastries, fresh pasta and groceries. An absolutely delightful climax to an unforgettable four-hour walking tour of one of Manhattan’s most historic districts. Highly recommended!
Show moreWe had such a great day with Maurita. She was so sweet and knowledgeable and relaxed, would highly recommend
Show moreConocimos lugares encantadores; Jorge muy servicial y dispuesto. Lo volveríamos a contactar en próximos viajes!!
Show moreWe opted for the 8 hour tour and it was worth every penny. I sent our guide my desired itinerary with all of the things we’d like to see. Olga made it happen! She was so professional and very personable. She took us to local spots that were not packed with tourists, which we loved. We walked over 11 miles, so be prepared to walk a lot if you have several things you’d like to see. Olga was so well versed with directions in the city, history, art, and all of the buildings we came across. She also curated the tour to match our values and lifestyle. We appreciated her pointing out Catholic Churches along the way and she even took us into the Trump tower-which was totally cool! 11/10 recommend Olga if you want a flawless experience.
Show moreOlga was a dream of a tour guide. From the second we got linked with her via email she started emailing with ideas and itinerary items. We travelled with 2 small kids (8/10 yo) and she was patient with them needing breaks from walking. She easily accommodated their food requests. When crossing the street she always made sure they were safe. My kids instantly felt comfortable with her. She not only educated my husband and I on the city but even tailored what she said for the kids to understand. She was patient and kind. We would’ve never have done everything we did/saw in 1 day had we done it alone. She took us to great places that locals use. She was amazing and highly recommend her! If you’re on the fence about it- just do it!
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