It seems like most folks have a grandmother, great-uncle or some other distant relative that used to live in Brooklyn, or perhaps a friend that lives there now. In the early 1900s, it was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island. A hundred years later, young professionals and artists left pricey Manhattan digs for Brooklyn's cheaper and more expansive space. Neighborhoods like Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, which had fallen into disrepair over the years, were restored and reborn as funky enclaves. Walk or bike over the historic Brooklyn Bridge (or ride the subway) to Brooklyn Heights for a stroll along the Promenade and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Meander through Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for a taste of nature in the urban wilds. Catch a performance at the world-famous Brooklyn Academy of Music. From the delicious Italian restaurants of Bensonhurst to the Irish bars that line the avenues of Bay Ridge, from the hotdogs and rollercoasters of Coney Island to the bagels and handball courts of Greenpoint, Brooklyn is a state of mind as well as a dynamic community. Discover why, no matter where people move on to, they remain Brooklynites at heart.
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Conveniently located on Grand Army Plaza offering access to all of Prospect Park and beyond. Rentals on high-quality, freshly-tuned Trek bikes. Rentals include bike, helmet, lock, and map. Kids equipment available - tagalongs, baby seats, and burleys.Seasonal hours.
5.0 based on 639 reviews
We believe the best way to experience a city is on a lightweight and comfortable city bike. We believe riding in smaller groups and at a slower pace creates a more intimate and memorable experience. We believe a friendly local guide will give you the best insider tips and recommendations for authentic, off the beaten path sites AND ... We believe wearing a walkie-talkie and headset keeps you safe and informed during the ride. Don't believe us? Read the reviews and see why we're Brooklyn's #1 rated activity on TripAdvisor.
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Bikelyn Tours offers guided bike tours in Brooklyn (bike rental inclusive). Point of departure Cobble Hill Brooklyn (F-Bergen St.) Bikelyn offers four different open registration tours on Mondays and Tuesdays. Discover NY's thousand faces by touring its most diverse and picturesque borough: Brooklyn. For more information go to our website. Brooklyn: discover the hype with Bikelyn Tours.
5.0 based on 168 reviews
Professionally guided bike tours of Brooklyn and other NYC locations. Discover the rich history, thriving art scene, award winning cuisine, and wonderful architecture. One all inclusive low price includes bike rental, helmet, unlimited bottled water, food samples, photos of the tour & our popular Brooklyn Bike Tours canvas tote bag, Perfect for the Market. Explore NYC's most dynamic boro with a long time resident & licensed tour guide.
5.0 based on 57 reviews
Loudest Yeller Bicycle Tours offers two tours. Both are four hours and both cost $45 per person. The Living City Day Tour is a cultural and historical tour of Lower Manhattan. The tour meets at 11AM everyday in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. From there we touch upon Williamsburg and Greenpoint before taking the ferry to the financial district of Manhattan. We take a relaxed route that follows many bicycle paths and neighborhood streets. Along the way our guides will point out tourist destinations and explain the best way to see them. It's a four hour tour and the guides are funny and full of good stories about the places you travel through. The best part of the tour may be the picnic. We stop at a gourmet cheese shop to buy picnic supplies and then eat in Washington Square Park. The Two Bridges Night Bike Tour begins everyday at 7PM, with a ride that covers the environmental history of Greenpoint. Your guide will talk about the effects the Newton Creek Oil Spill (one of the largest in U.S. History) had on the neighborhood, about the city's struggles with water management, the pros and cons of Gentrification, the history of oysters in New York Harbor and Swedish boat building. Along the ride you will see Manhattan at dusk, from across the East River, before biking over the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan for a tasty gelato -- and back to Williamsburg. The history is fun and educational -- the scenery is stunning. You will wonder why Paris is called the "City of Lights" after you see how NYC glows. This ride does entail two climbs (the bridges), so you should be prepared to do some pedaling on this ride. The views are well worth the effort.
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Biking is the best way to see a city, and what better city to explore than New York! Cycle Brooklyn was founded by artists and travel enthusiasts living in New York City who love to share the stories of the Big Apple and feel the wind in their hair. We handpick the most scenic, historic and least trafficked routes and show you all the best stops along the way. Experience New York City on two wheels from a local’s perspective!
5.0 based on 249 reviews
Best Bike Tours of NYC | Offering Many Options Daily | The Complete Brooklyn Bike Tour | A Day in Brooklyn | The Manhattan & Brooklyn Bridges Bike Tour | Lower Manhattan & Central Park Bike Tour | The Brooklyn Waterfront Bike Tour | Queens | Harlem & The Bronx | Four Locations | Ride with Us! We have the Best Bikes in the Industry | Local Guides | Best Routes | A company developed by Artists, Avid Cyclists & History Buffs!
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Bicycling in New York is an extraordinary adventure, providing unique perspectives and unusual vistas. Small groups of no more than 10 people. We visit Harlem, The Bronx, Coney Island, Staten Island and Queens.Five day trips are offered. No stress, I don't have a watch. Relax with a snack in front of the houseboats on the Hudson and traverse a cathedral of trees in Inwood Hill Park. We stop at great restaurants and cafes.
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Discover New York by bike! Our guided bike tours take you along on an easy-paced, relaxed ride along New York City. Check out the great Central Park ride or enjoy the Brooklyn Bridge and Brooklyn bike tour. Tours are guided in English or Dutch.
Albert & James is all about urban meandering, and New York history. Our excursions are designed to travel the spectrum of the city experience; from it's Dutch beginnings to sites yet to come.
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