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5 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviewsTrace Harlem immigrants' impact with a historian
Learn how African settlers helped shape the neighborhood's history and culture.
5 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviewsSketch masterpieces at the Met Museum
Join a seasoned artist for a hands-on journey through one of the world's most iconic museums sketching selected sculptures and artworks.
5 out of 5 average rating, 16 reviewsCreate your signature scent at a perfume bar
Practice the art of bespoke fragrance creation to build a scent that's uniquely your own.
New place to stayExplore Nightlife of NYC - Fireflies, Bats, & More
Join an Urban Naturalist to explore nighttime wildlife in Brooklyn's Prospect Park
New place to stayLearn boxing with a National Champion Boxer
Pull punches and learn fundamentals with a former national champ at Trinity Boxing Club.
New place to stayTake a beginner surf lesson in Rockaway Beach
Learn surfing basics, get to know the Queens surf community, and ride the tides.
New place to stayThe Dutch Are Still Here: A Dark History of NYC
Discover the Dutch colony beneath Manhattan, where tolerance masked control and fortunes were forged in fur, faith, and servitude. The empire they built never truly vanished.
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviewsTaste your way through hidden Chinatown
Savor the stories and flavors of Chinatown's iconic and lesser-known gems.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsEmbark on a D&D adventure with seasoned gamers
Dive into a hilarious, one-night Dungeons & Dragons game at a beloved indie store.
4 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsWine and dine in an intimate jazz club
Immerse yourself in an evening of live jazz and vegan Mediterranean cuisine
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviewsPrivate Central Park Pedicab Tour
Cruise through Central Park, discovering iconic landmarks and hidden retreats in a relaxin
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 2553 reviewsThe Full-Day "See It All" NYC Tour
Discover iconic landmarks, hidden secrets, and the best spots to eat, drink, and shop.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1489 reviewsExplore Hasidic Brooklyn with a local Rabbi
Gain perspective on the Hasidic world with introduction to daily lives and rituals.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviewsThe Ultimate Greenwich Village Food Tour
The Greenwich Village Food Tour includes 6 authentic food tastings, local history, and iconic stops like the FRIENDS apartment, Taylor Swift’s Cornelia Street home, and Carrie Bradshaw’s stoop.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 2190 reviewsExplore New York Mafia w/ Retired nypd Detectives
Discover Little Italy’s mafia history with a retired NYPD detective. Day tours include lunch + cannoli; evening tours include entrée choice at John’s + cannoli. 1.5-mile walk.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 1305 reviewsA Tipsy Adventure Through Speakeasy History
Walk through Midtown New York, retrace immigrant steps, and toast prohibition cocktails. 21+
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 258 reviews"The Brooklyn Way"
Discover architectural, cultural and historical gems and soak in the gorgeous views!
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 869 reviewsSpray paint In Bushwick with a local street artist
Draw your own graffiti at New York's premier street art hub.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1016 reviewsThe Ultimate New York City Street Food Tour
Eat street food in the world’s most diverse area just 15-20 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. You’ll experience a local NYC neighborhood guided by a native New Yorker who grew up in the neighborhood.
5 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviewsNew York Skyline Magic Private Tour with a Local
Enjoy stunning views of the Manhattan skyline from across the Hudson River
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