10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Brooklyn That You Shouldn't Miss

On this 3 hour literary tour of Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill, you’ll see the sites and sip drinks at the pubs. You’ll also hear the stories and writings of the authors that helped shaped the most famous borough in the world.

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, A pony

Explore Brooklyn's scenic treasure, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux after their completion of Central Park. Learn why they came to prefer this park to their original Manhattan masterpiece. This walking tour begins at historic Grand Army Plaza, where you'll see the famous Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch. From there, we'll begin our journey of the highlights of Prospect Park. You'll see the Long Meadow, the Ravine, the Boathouse & Audubon Center, historic Lefferts House, beautiful bridges and arches, and so much more. Along the way, your guide will recount the history of Olmsted and Vaux's Brooklyn masterpiece and how their experiences with Central Park shaped this park's trajectory, and Brooklyn's too. Your guide will also take questions as you go, to help you feel right at home.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

New York- City of Contrasts tour is one of a kind experience! Visit and discover outside of Manhattan to places that are hidden and unheard of. At the same time admire culture diversity and hop on/off at different locations in Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn seeing New York City from another angle. Allow our experienced tour guide to entertain you with a variety of views and contrasts found within NYC the BIG APPLE! You will never forget this complete visit to the most popular attractions each borough has to offer.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

You'll join one of our hosts for a jaunt around Williamsburg, a neighborhood which its locals like to think is the trendiest in the city, and we probably wouldn't disagree with them. Roam around this hip(ster) spot, seeing what there is to see, eating what there is to eat and shopping what there is to shop. Head's up, there's a lot of all of the above. Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them. Your meeting place and time as well as your itinerary are flexible, so you can plan and experience with your host to meet your needs.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 2 to 5 hours with your host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

Exclusions: Food and drink, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

Bushwick, one of the original settlements in Brooklyn, boasts some of the most exciting Street Art… with its’ growing population of ‘urban artists’ and ‘hipsters’, combined with a growing bar and restaurant scene; this area in Brooklyn is one to watch… this tour visits the surrounding areas, all of which were originally part of this area with waterfront views of North Brooklyn, newly developed Navy Yards, and incredible views of the Brooklyn Bridge at the end of your tour.

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Helmet

Exclusions: Gratuties

Explore Prospect Park on this 2-hour guided walking tour and learn about historic restoration and environmental preservation work in the Park, including cultural and recreation projects currently underway. This interactive experience explores how Prospect Park has changed over time, from the original vision of designers Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux to the ways in which the Park is used today. Tours begin at Grand Army Plaza and take visitors through many of the key natural and historic landmarks of the park, including the breathtaking Long Meadow, the innovatively-designed LeFrak Center at Lakeside, and the Ravine, the largest natural forest in Brooklyn. This tour also features a special behind-the-scenes visit to historic sites and features within the park. These tours are offered by Turnstile Tours on behalf of Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains, restores, and advances the Park in partnership with New York City.

Inclusions: Knowledgeable and engaging tour guide

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From Central Park to Brooklyn Bridge to Ground Zero, we'll see it all! This is not a tour for beginner cyclists. This a tour for confident, urban cyclists. We'll cover around 25 miles (40 km) over 6 hours. The pace will be brisk but not back-breaking or exhausting. We'll stick to designated bike lanes, but please understand, we cannot do this exclusively. This a tour for the adventurous of spirit. You'll see so many of NYC's most iconic spots and as they were intended to be seen: from the street. We'll take lots of breaks where you can get off the bikes, walk around and I will find you lots of photo ops to make you Instagram feed POP! I'll keep you safe and you'll never risk wasting time getting lost. I'll also keep you entertained and provide history, context and local color. By the end of the day, you'll feel the burn, but be ready to feast in one of NYC's great restaurants—guilt free, you earned it!

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Helmet, Snacks

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Walk into Jewish life with a local guide. This exclusive tour will take you into places unavailable to the public. Giving you an inside view of the community. While answering all your questions and providing detailed history about the culture and traditions. The tour will give you in-depth knowledge into the history, philosophy, and culture of the Jewish people and their practice. We will discover what makes someone Jewish and the Jewish view on non-Jews. Through this tour expect myths to be broken, your questions answered, and fascinating insights into what it means to be a Jew.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch

Central Park is the most famous urban park in the world, and this tour will help you discover why. From the sweeping Central Park Mall to the Bow Bridge to Strawberry Fields to the gorgeous Bethesda Terrace, and much more, your guide will make sure you get to see all of the highlights of this expansive park. Along the way, you'll learn the fascinating history of Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux's urban masterpiece. Central Park has been called “one of the greatest works of art in America”. Come see why! Your walking tour will start at Manhattan's Grand Army Plaza and continue on through the park. Your guide will show you all the highlights of the park at a leisurely pace, while providing historic photos for reference. This tour takes place year round, as each season is a different experience. The best thing about this park is that every month brings changes and new discoveries. A small-group tour also provides a more personal experience.

Inclusions: Professional guide

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

This fun walking tour will take you over the High Line and through the Meatpacking and Chelsea neighborhoods to explore history, art, food... and, of course, beautiful views. You’ll leave with an understanding of how the past has shaped the present, and how modern New York has re-purposed this history to create something unique that has transformed the city both for the better and for the worse.

Inclusions: Local Spanish-speaking guide, 1-2 small food tastings in Chelsea Market

Exclusions: Tips/gratuities for your guide