Top New York Culinary Tours

The High Line, Chelsea Market, and Hudson Yards are three of New York’s hippest and most foodie-focused spots; but exploring them is best with a guide for navigation and insider tips. This small-group tour takes you straight to their best spots and offerings. Roam the elevated High Line park, savor artisanal specialties at Chelsea Market, and discover the modern architecture of Hudson Yards.

Tuck into the flavors and traditions of two of New York's top foodie neighborhoods on this Chinatown and Little Italy food tour. While exploring these neighborhoods can be overwhelming on your own, traveling with a guide enables you to focus on the food rather than worrying about getting lost. Plus, the guide takes you to off-the-beaten-path establishments where you can sample gourmet food samples at local eateries.

New York City has been known for its yummy food for centuries, but if you don’t know the city well, you might pass up some of the city’s most delicious dishes. Choose from a Greenwich Village or Chinatown and Little Italy food tour and sample a range of foods from bagels and donuts to handmade dumplings and fresh mozzarella (depending on which tour you've selected).

Absorb New York City’s food culture on a walking tour of Greenwich Village. Skip hours of research and trust your guide as you head to the area’s top-rated eateries to sample a variety of New York specialities, from pizza to artisanal cupcakes. Along the way, your guide points out hidden landmarks often missed by visitors and locals alike, leaving you with inside knowledge about the neighborhood.

Take a bite out of New York City’s hippest borough on this half-day Brooklyn food and culture tour. From traditional ethnic eateries to culinary hotspots that spark national dining trends, your guide will show you where to eat like a local. Snack on kielbasa and pierogis in the Polish enclave of Greenpoint, satisfy your sweet tooth in DUMBO, and get a taste of farm-to-fork freshness in trendy Williamsburg. Vegetarians can be accommodated.

Get a totally different and exciting perspective on New York: from a fun dinner cruise that floats around New York Harbor and Manhattan offering stunning views of the city and some of the world's most famous landmarks, from the Statue of Liberty to the Brooklyn Bridge to the Empire State Building. Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner and then groove to the onboard DJ'ed music being spun. Add this dinner cruise to your New York itinerary today!

Explore two historic New York neighborhoods while sampling some of the city’s best culinary offerings on this food tour of Chinatown and Little Italy. Led by a historian guide, learn all about the development of the neighborhoods and hear stories about the people who lived there. The tour focuses on family-owned businesses for an authentic local experience.

Admire a perspective on New York City that many visitors miss during this sunset cruise. Sail down the Hudson River aboard a 1920s replica yacht, and enjoy a drink of your choice.You can take in Ellis Island and Lady Liberty, and Battery Park, and watch as the sun sets over the Manhattan skyline. Both indoor and outdoor observation areas are available.

Experience some of the hidden gems of Hell's Kitchen you’d miss if exploring on your own during this walking food tour of the neighborhood. Listen to your guide's historic and cultural commentary on the famous neighborhood while strolling its streets with just a small group for company. As you go, you can look forward to tasting everything from Japanese barbecue to Indian tacos and beyond.

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.

Relax on a comfortable boat as it cruises along the Hudson and East Rivers on this relaxing cruise, complete with an all-you-can-eat buffet and on-board DJ. Get great views and a different perspective on sights like the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and One World Trade Center. While hot drinks are included in this package, you can also choose to purchase sodas, cocktails, wine, and beer from the bar.

Forget trying to snag a reservation at New York's hot restaurant du jour. Don't wait in line at a popular eatery, either. Instead, indulge in a delicious lunch during this 2-hour cruise on an all-glass boat around New York City that offers you an up-close look at the Statue of Liberty. As a live pianist plays relaxing music for you, take in the immense view of one of the world's great cities and enjoy a delicious pre-set lunch by the on-board executive chef.

On this fun small-group (or private) tour, where You’ll sample some of the best snacks and learn a lot about the history of the Lower East Side. Learn about the history of the neighborhood from your local guide. From Poles to Jews to Italians, many different immigrants have called the Lower East Side home and they’ve all left their mark. Also learn about the erstwhile African burial ground, where Africans, both enslaved and free, were put to rest through most of the 18th century. Finally, step into chaotic Chinatown, where steamed pork buns and succulent soup dumplings compete for your taste buds. The tour finishes back on the Lower East Side, where you can continue exploring on your own. It’s advisable to wear or bring clothing that is weather-appropriate depending on the season, as you’ll be outside for at least 3 hours.

See two of New York City’s most iconic and picturesque neighborhoods, Flatiron and Union Square, on this food, architecture, and history walking tour. Try tastings at some of the most unique food stops in the city. Visit Caffe Lavazza at Eataly Market, an epic artisanal Italian food emporium. Also, enjoy a classic New York pastrami sandwich from a historic spot and try Big Apple’s best grilled cheese sandwich.

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.

While Prohibition made alcohol illegal in 1920s New York, the city still retained an illicit bar scene. This Prohibition-themed Manhattan tour visits some of the city’s self-styled “speakeasies” and historic watering holes to enjoy drinks (own cost) with a dose of history. As you explore Midtown Manhattan, savor each bar's atmosphere alongside bootlegger and Gilded Age stories from your guide.

Step aboard one of our 1920s-style yachts with teak decks, large observation windows, and aesthetically-pleasing decor for a leisurely weekend brunch cruise. Cruise around NY Harbor, seeing all the major sights while enjoying a prix fixe brunch served in our main salon. Our menu is packed with delicious New York State foods and local goods from NYC purveyors: fresh bagels and bakery, seasonal fruit, craft meat, fresh seasonal salad, frittata, a classic smoked salmon display, and pastries.

Delve deeper into the food and multicultural history of Manhattan’s Lower East Side than you could alone on this small-group walking tour. Rather than guessing at eateries and foods to try, let a guide showcase local hotspots and specialties; and chart their European, Jewish, and other cultural roots. Taste snacks such as “knish” doughballs, “bialy” filled rolls, and more; and learn stories of 19th-century immigrant life that many travelers miss.

Brunch is a weekend ritual in New York, and on this morning cruise, you’ll experience a classic Big Apple brunch while sightseeing simultaneously. Depart in the morning from Chelsea Piers; your vessel offers all-glass viewing areas. As you wind your way past sights like the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and more, you can also enjoy 3-course plated brunch, plus bottomless coffee, mimosas, and tea. DJ entertainment will add to the trip’s festive feel.

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.

Get to know one of the most historic areas of Manhattan, Greenwich Village, and learn the best spots to eat during your New York City visit. This Greenwich Village food tour makes several stops to taste local specialties between exploring the cobblestone streets and listening to historical commentary from your guide. Plus, it runs with a small group to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Most visitors to Greenwich Village never get past its contemporary vibe, but with this tour through the Village's Italian neighborhood, you can enjoy the insights of an insider guide to experience the authentic (and delicious) side of the area. Visit local haunts and historic sites, follow the footsteps of the Village’s most famous historic Italian community and sample classic Italian foods at landmark eateries.

Combine a Hell’s Kitchen food tour with a walk through Central Park during this NYC tour, and fit more sightseeing into one day. Start by sampling food including Middle Eastern, Latin, and Cajun dishes in Hell’s Kitchen, and then discover the secrets of Central Park. Visit lesser-known sections of the sprawling green space unknown to most tourists, and hear fun facts from your guide.