Top Brooklyn Cultural Tours

Brooklyn is famous for its bold and bright street art, but it’s not easy to know where to find these creative works. With this walking tour of the Bushwick neighborhood, take in the diversity and culture of the neighborhood’s urban street artists. Check out massive murals and intricate designs as you take to the streets to learn how Brooklyn’s best can turn anything with a surface into a stunning work of public art.

This walking tour through Brooklyn's trendy Williamsburg neighborhood offers a brief look at Brooklyn history and its influence on contemporary culture, with an insider guide leading the way. Meet-up just steps from the subway, and begin your adventure uncovering trends and traditions—from the urban street art scene to hip local businesses. Venture past historical buildings, chic boutiques, and neighborhood cafés reflecting the area's laid-back vibe. Then be sure to capture the iconic Manhattan skyline from the scenic Brooklyn waterfront.

Discover two of Brooklyn’s most in-demand neighborhoods—and enjoy a totally flexible, cost-effective way to explore—with this self-led smartphone audio walking tour. Upon booking, download the app, make your way to the start point, and set off at a time that suits you best. You’ll see historic monuments, top-notch views of the Manhattan skyline, and will learn the stories behind the sights.

Discover the cultural delights and delectable bites of Brooklyn on a culinary walking tour of the Williamsburg neighborhood. Delve into the rich culinary history of the area with your guide, visiting iconic eateries to sample treats like homemade ice cream and what is considered the best pizza in Brooklyn. Pleasure your palate with tastings interspersed with vibrant street art and panoramic vistas of New York’s globally renowned skyline.

The food and drink choices in Brooklyn can be overwhelming, but foodies that explore this bustling borough with a guide can eat and drink the best of the best. With this tour, indulge in some of Brooklyn's best cuisine. You can try New American, Middle Eastern, and Italian food including pastries, cheese, and bread. Listen to commentary on the culinary history of the neighborhood and New York City as you go, and even take home a map so you can continue independently.

Immerse yourself in Brooklyn’s one-of-a-kind ambiance, and get an overview of its destination-worthy neighborhoods, on a small-group bicycle tour of the borough. Choose from several departure times, and meet your guide in DUMBO—right below the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges. Explore the Brooklyn Navy Yard and Williamsburg, see Fort Greene Park and Prospect Park, explore Carroll Gardens and Cobble Hill, and pause for refreshments at local, artisanal eateries.

Experience Brooklyn like a local on a cycling tour through the borough’s hippest neighborhoods, including tough-to-reach areas that visitors often miss. Avoid the stress of navigating on your own as you follow a guide to popular landmarks and hidden gems, including breweries and eateries to rest and refuel. Photo stops and complimentary tastings along the way make this a popular choice for active New York visitors.

Williamsburg, Brooklyn is one of New York City's most desirable neighborhoods for its culture and food—and on this tour, you'll follow your guide straight to the spots that locals love. Discover the hip neighborhood with your foodie guide and just a small group for company. As you stroll through Williamsburg's charming streets, stop at several eateries, and enjoy some of the Big Apple's most famous dishes, including bagels, bagels, dumplings, and more.

Prebook this Hasidic Williamsburg tour in New York City, and explore the Hasidic area of Brooklyn's Williamsburg neighborhood with a guide so you don’t miss any of the details. Your guide grew up in the Hasidic Jewish community, and takes you to visit Williamsburg's Hasidic shops, eateries, synagogues, schools, and historical sites. Gain a better understanding of this religious group’s history, culture, and traditions—plus, sample traditional food along the way.

Covering five different neighborhoods, this is the most comprehensive Brooklyn tour available. You'll get to see how diverse Brooklyn truly is: I will show you classic Brooklyn brownstone architecture as well as the 'hipster' side of Brooklyn, street art and vintage shops, hidden bars, amazing Manhattan views, an Orthodox Jewish community and grand historic homes. You will explore some of Brooklyn's greatest and most fascinating neighborhoods. We will start in hipster Williamsburg, head to artsy Bushwick from there, pay a visit to a Jewish Orthodox community in South Williamsburg and end the tour with a stroll through historic Cobble Hill and Brooklyn Heights near the Brooklyn Bridge. To be able to show you as much of this giant borough as possible, we use the subway three times on the tour, but this will give you time to sit down and take a break in between exploring the various neighborhoods on foot. There's also a short bathroom / snack / coffee break halfway through the tour.

Explore Brooklyn by motorcycle sidecar with this private tour. Meet your guide at Water Street in Dumbo and climb aboard a motorcycle sidecar for a fast-paced tour. Maximize time in Brooklyn with an itinerary that includes the leafy neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights, a ride across the Brooklyn Bridge, and views of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. See street art and learn about the culture of NYC during this private excursion.

Immerse yourself in the one-of-a-kind ambiance of Williamsburg, Brooklyn—and seek out some of its coolest addresses and street art landmarks as you go—on this self-led smartphone walking tour and scavenger hunt. Upon booking, download the app and access your tour at a time that works best for you. Follow the clues, and solve games and puzzles, all while exploring the neighborhood and learning more about its cultural offerings.

Experience the joy of the season and see the legendary Christmas lighting displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn on this walking tour of the neighborhood. This residential area is known for its decked-out homes and light displays. Learn about the neighborhood tradition from your guide as you take in the sights and sounds.

Discover Harlem's top attractions during a walking tour. Known as a hub for African-American arts since the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, the iconic neighborhood is home to the legendary Apollo Theater, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Studio Museum of Harlem, Sylvia's Soul Food restaurant, and architectural masterpieces such as Striver's Row, Shepard Hall at the City College of New York, and the Hamilton Grange National Memorial.

Avoid the typical generic Brooklyn tour with this personalized adventure through New York's hippest borough, with a private guide and an itinerary designed just for you. With your half-day outing, you can explore districts from DUMBO to Williamsburg, visit original shops with handmade crafts, clothing, and jewelry, and even stop to sample some New York cuisine, at your own expense. Since your guide makes recommendations based on your interests, expect to enjoy the best of Brooklyn on your own terms.

Discover two of NYC's most picturesque neighborhoods: Brooklyn Heights & DUMBO, in one epic tour! Feast your eyes on the amazing array of architectural styles along our stroll and learn about the pivotal role Brooklyn played in NYC and American history. On this tour, you will discover many hidden gems and hear interesting stories about the influential people and celebrities who have lived in Brooklyn, past and present. Learn about Brooklyn's special legacy in the fight for the human rights of liberty, justice and equality, as this is another highlight of the tour. I am also a skilled photographer and happy to capture some beautiful pictures of you and your group and there are many sweet photo opportunities along the way, especially as we walk the Brooklyn Heights Promenade. My goal is for this experience to be one of your favorite NYC memories! Appreciate the beauty and history of the Heights, the sights of DUMBO, make new friends and "spread love, it's the Brooklyn way!"

‍‍‍ An Unparalleled Family Gathering ‍‍‍ Bring the little ones and the young at heart for a ride that will leave them bright-eyed with wonder. At Dyker Heights, every smile reflects the lights, and every laugh resonates with the melody of the season. ✨ The Experience That Will Become Your Annual Tradition ✨ It's not just a tour; It's a tradition your family will want to cherish year after year. It's more than a trip; It is the beginning of a new Christmas story that they will tell with love. A Gift of Unforgettable Shared Moments Give the gift of the perfect experience: walks between homes lovingly adorned with hundreds of lights, life-size figures, and the sense of wonder that only this time of year can inspire.

Get to know one of the hippest parts of New York City outside Manhattan with this walking tour of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Join a host that is personally matched according to your interests, and head out to explore the neighborhood’s street art, galleries, music venues, and record stores. Experience Williamsburg’s vibrant food scene with a stop to sample craft beer, street food, or a classic deli—at your own expense—and even request custom stops so you can do what's most interesting to you.

If you care about sustainability and traveling green, don't miss the chance to discover Brooklyn’s eco-conscious businesses and artisanal producers on this Williamsburg walking tour. As you stroll through some of the borough’s trendiest streets, you can meet local designers, chefs, and entrepreneurs, and even enjoy some tastings. Along the way, you can sip natural wine, replace lunch with tastings of organic treats, and learn about the city from your guide, a sustainable fashion and textile designer.

Home to historic brownstones and boasting exceptional, waterfront views of the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Heights is one of Brooklyn’s most in-demand neighborhoods—and this audio walking tour offers a flexible and budget-friendly way to discover it. Upon booking, download the app to your smartphone and use the tour whenever you like. You’ll see Truman Capote’s former house, the Center for Brooklyn History, and much more.

Discover a side of the New York Subway that even most commuters never get to see—and learn a wealth of insider stories and facts about the famous rapid-transit system—on this private walking tour. Meet your guide right in a central hub in bustling Brooklyn, and get ready to explore. You’ll visit the borough’s oldest station, will admire public artworks, will glimpse shuttered stations and closed-off tunnels, and more.

We will start this guided tour from our store located in Brooklyn, very close to the famous Brooklyn Bridge. Enhance your New York City experience with our Downtown Bike Tour, a 2.5-hour journey that combines the charm of downtown with the comfort of Dutch biking. Explore iconic neighborhoods, including the Financial District, World Trade Center, Brooklyn Bridge, Chinatown, Little Italy, United States Court District, Manhattan Bridge, Brooklyn Heights, and DUMBO. Marvel at towering structures, cross architectural masterpieces, and immerse yourself in the cultural richness of these diverse neighborhoods. This unforgettable ride promises stunning views, historical landmarks, and a taste of the vibrant tapestry that is the city that never sleeps.

Focus on capturing the best possible photos of Brooklyn on this tour with a professional photographer guide. Stroll through the borough with a native fine-art photographer in the lead, stopping to snap frame-worthy shots of some of Brooklyn's top sights as well as hidden gems. Get as much or as little guidance as you wish depending on your skill level; your guide will provide engaging commentary as you walk. A DSL camera is highly recommended.