Top Brooklyn Walking Tours

Brooklyn is one of America's most exciting destinations, but the sprawling borough can be tricky to navigate. Taking a guided tour lets you avoid getting lost and missing out on top sights. From the monumental Brooklyn Bridge to the hotspots of Williamsburg and DUMBO, this tour will immerse you in authentic Brooklyn culture.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy legendary Christmas lighting displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. Witness incredible homes and decorations!

Get a taste for Brooklyn's food culture as you visit some of its tasty eateries and small food shops during this small-group walking tour of the Carroll Gardens neighborhood. Come hungry and join your guide for a walking expedition that includes stops for tastings at an eclectic range of ethnic eateries and foodie hotspots. During your walk, you have the chance to sample sweet and savory delights, and visit diverse establishments, from artisanal cooking shops to long-standing Middle Eastern markets.

Guarantee admission to New York Aquarium without the need to visit at a fixed time. Instead, enjoy the flexibility of an any day access admission ticket and stop by the aquarium at a time that suits you. Ideal for travelers with young children, admission also includes access to the 4D theater.

Williamsburg, Brooklyn is a go-to locale for travelers that want to explore the cultural hub of New York City. If you know where to look, it's also a prime destination for some classic Brooklyn cuisine. With this tour, discover the up-and-coming neighborhood with a foodie guide. Stroll through Williamsburg's charming streets, stop at several eateries, and enjoy some of the Big Apple's most famous dishes, like bagels, pizza, and classic deli.

Visit the Brooklyn Museum, whose origins date back to the 1820s, with an admission ticket that provides access to the permanent collection of artwork, including Arts of Africa, Arts of the Islamic World, Decorative Arts, Contemporary Art, and American Art. You can wander at your leisure or join a tour, plus browse the gift shop for a souvenir.

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.

Discover Brooklyn’s crafty side by visiting the artists and creatives who give the borough its hip reputation on this Brooklyn walking tour. You’re guaranteed a personal way to explore Brooklyn neighborhoods on a small-group tour. Stop to snap photos of landmarks, tour local factories, and shop stand-out collections along the way.

Tap into Brooklyn's street art culture, drinks, and tastes! **Fully-vaccinated host following all local COVID-19 guidelines and necessary precautions** 1) Discover Murals and Graffiti from 40+ Incredible Artists See the vibrant walls of the Graff Arts collective, a fairly-hidden gem in East Williamsburg. I’ll share some of the artist's unique stories, common techniques, and the cultural roots of NYC’s graffiti scene. 2) Visit the Largest Street Art Gallery in the U.S. We'll explore the Bushwick Collective, featuring murals from a range of local and international artists. I’ll share some insights on the commercialization of street art, modern styles, and how the outdoor art landscape continues to evolve over time. 3) Taste and Drink Your Way Around Brooklyn We’ll visit a couple carefully selected outdoor spots with art-centric decor and delicious offerings. I'll offer up my best recommendations on where to go for your next bite. ** Private group rates also now available **

Brooklynites that want to enjoy nature often head to Prospect Park, and though Manhattan's Central Park may be more popular among tourists, this Brooklyn green space is a hidden gem that's well worth a visit. You can explore the landscaped natural spaces of Prospect Park on this guided tour. Join your group for a stroll, and unpack the history of the park, see the Brooklyn Public Library, and stop by park landmarks like the Long Meadow, LeFrak Center, and the Ravine.

Leave the tourist trail behind with a tour of the Brooklyn Army Terminal, a one-of-a-kind New York landmark that many visitors overlook. Once the country’s largest military supply base during World War II, the terminal today is on the National Register of Historic Places, and hosts an array of businesses. Learn all about this complex on your small-group, history-packed walking tour. Along the way you can visit several of the complex’s buildings, learn about the sight's history, and admire the New York Harbor views.

Experience the best of Niagara Falls in one day on an 8-hour small-group tour. Provided transportation allows you to experience important sights on both the Canada and USA sides of the falls. Highlights include a Hornblower cruise (April - December), visit the Cave of the Winds, and the spectacular view from the top of the American Observation Tower. In between attractions, enjoy a buffet lunch at Sheraton on the Falls.

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.

There are few things that New Yorkers are more passionate about than their pizza, but it takes a local to uncover the city’s top slices. Sample Brooklyn’s best on this pizza walk and learn about the evolution of NYC-style pizza as you follow your guide to beloved pizzerias. Sample traditional Neapolitan pizza, wood-fired pies, and thin-crust slices while you meet the pizzaioli and hear the secrets behind making the perfect slice.

Arts enthusiasts that want to understand New York's art world shouldn't miss the chance to delve into the city's vibrant street art culture, with a guide to help uncover this underground scene. Discover the often hard to access world of street art on this half-day private walking tour. See some of the best street art in the city, from underground graffiti to street art collectives, with a personal guide to lead the way.

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.

A century ago Irving T. Bush built a monumental, intermodal warehousing and distribution center on the Brooklyn waterfront employing 25,000 people. Ridiculed as Bush's Folley at the time, Bush Terminal would soon become a major international seaport. But by the 1960s urban manufacturing entered a decades-long period of decline as most major manufacturers closed their doors. Fast forward to the present. An investment of hundreds of millions of dollars has transformed 16 factory buildings with 6M square feet of space into Industry City - a thriving micro-economy of hundreds of innovative businesses. Join me on an industrial strength Made in Brooklyn Tour® of Industry City. Get off the ground floor and go behind the scenes of a curated selection of unique Brooklyn makers literally "makin' it" in Brooklyn. Tours are designed for small to mid-sized groups for an especially good time together. Celebrate our Creativity, Ingenuity & Entrepreneurial Spirit and see who's makin' it in Brooklyn!

The Flatbush neighborhood in Brooklyn is a picturesque area renowned for its magnificent Victorian mansion houses. With this walking tour, get to know the historic district, admire its striking 19th-century architecture, and see landmarks such as the Kings Theatre, Ditmas Park, and the Flatbush Reformed Church.

We will be exploring how railroads and the NYC subway helped to connect and develop Brooklyn, New York's most populous borough! Highlights: • Uncover many abandoned subway stations (including an underground trolley terminal) hidden in plain sight. • Experience the design of the oldest subway station in Brooklyn. • Explore the highest rapid transit station in the world and soak in impressive skyline views on the Manhattan Bridge. • Practice your moonwalk (no pressure) in the station where Michael Jackson filmed Bad. • Admire public artwork, including the famous Masstransiscope. • Explore how the subway operates and learn about some of the technology keeping it moving 24/7. • See how the subway and railroads continues to influence the planning and development of the NYC region of 20+ million people. Your licensed tour guide is from NYC and is an AICP certified urban planner and Guides Association of NYC member.