Take a break from Manhattan’s major tourist zones on a day trip through Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Coney Island. Avoid the hassle of planning logistics, and enjoy the views as your guide navigates the way through neighborhoods often missed by visitors. Going with a guide also ensures you spot hidden landmarks and leave with an insider’s understanding of New York’s outer boroughs.
- Get off the beaten track on a New York boroughs tour
- Visit Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn and Coney Island all in one day
- Your guide does all the planning so you can sit back and relax
- See the Brooklyn Bridge, Apollo Theater, Yankee Stadium and more
What To Expect
Harlem
You will arrive after a short ride through Harlem in Upper Manhattan, you’ll learn about the development of this diverse neighborhood and see historic sites, such as the world-renowned Apollo Theater, debut venue for many performers like Ella Fitzgerald, The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye and many others.
• Admission Ticket Not Included
Apollo Theater
You will receive a brief explanation from the outside of the theater
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bronx
Next, you’ll travel north to the Bronx, where is the birthplace of rap and hip hop. In its streets you can hear 75 different languages, predominantly English and Spanish. You will visit the famous Yankees Stadium and the Big Pun Mural
• Admission Ticket Free
Big Pun Mural
This place pays tribute to the legendary rapper Big Pun, known as Christopher Rios. The works of art on the walls will surprise you
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bronx–Whitestone Bridge
The Bronx-Whitestone Bridge, known as the Whitestone Bridge or just Whitestone, is the famous suspension bridge in New York City that carries six lanes of Interstate 678 just over the East River, opened in 1939. We will cross it, then we will get to Queens.
• Admission Ticket Free
Queens
The tour continues across the East River in the borough of Queens, one of the most ethnically diverse counties in the US, whose residents speak over 100 languages. You will enjoy the Malba neighborhood, and take a short walk through Flushing Park.
• Admission Ticket Free
Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Visit Flushing Meadows Park, home of the US Open (one of the oldest tennis championships in the world), the New York Mets baseball team, and the Unisphere (leftover from the 1964 World’s Fair).
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Koscuiuszko Bridge
We will cross this bridge to Brooklyn
• Admission Ticket Free
Brooklyn
Later, you’ll visit the borough of Brooklyn,as its inhabitants say, is: “home to everyone from where”, the cultural diversity of its neighborhoods is evident. We will visit Dumbo neighborhood and we can see Williamsburg.
• Admission Ticket Free
Williamsburg
Williamsburg, concentrates the life of the Jewish community on Lee Avenue, the main artery of the neighborhood. This is where most of their temples and businesses are.
• Admission Ticket Free
Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View
We stay here for 20 minutes, under the Brooklyn Bridge
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Coney Island
If you selected the option with Coney Island included, you’ll head down to world famous Coney Island, a destination for New Yorkers for generations, seeking fun and relaxation. Weather permitting, you’ll have an opportunity to explore the boardwalk, panoramic view of Luna Park or New York Aquarium, and to have lunch at the original, legendary Nathan’s restaurant.
If you prefer, you can end the tour at this point and enjoy the incredible Coney Island for more time on your own.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Nathan’s Famous
Legendary Nathan’s restaurant, you can taste their hot dogs, fries and house hamburgers, among other dishes
• Admission Ticket Free
Brighton Beach
Enjoy the sea breeze
• Admission Ticket Free
Luna Park in Coney Island
Amusement park opened in 2010 where Astroland was located. Only included if the option of Conney Island is selected.
• Admission Ticket Free
New York Aquarium
The New York Aquarium is the oldest operating aquarium opened in Castle Garden in Battery Park, 1896.
• Admission Ticket Free
Brooklyn Bridge
Finally, you’ll head back over the East River, passing by the historic Brooklyn Bridge, on your return into Manhattan.
• Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
New York State law requires that all children be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they are 8 years old. Starting November 1, 2019, all children under 2 years old must ride in a rear-facing car seat.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
Max group – 15
