Brooklyn Heights Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Brooklyn Heights. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Food Tour: Local Eats & Iconic Views

• Brooklyn Bridge Waterfront Guided Bike Tour

• Best of Brooklyn Walking Tour: Historic Bridge, DUMBO & Heights

• Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

• The Brooklyn Bridge, Heights, Dumbo Tour

It’s free to explore the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood on your own and take in its views of the Midtown Manhattan skyline, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. A guided tour, however, offers insights into this area’s vibrant history and culture; some tours also introduce visitors to the local dining scene. Walking tours of the Heights plus nearby DUMBO start at around US$35, while bike tours start at around US$60.

Yes, Brooklyn Heights is one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in New York City, with a popular dining scene, historic architecture, and unbeatable views of some of the city's most iconic sights. Guided neighborhood tours are a great way to cover the highlights of this area without the hassle of following a guidebook and map, while food tours unveil the best local sips and bites with an insider.

Per one customer who booked the Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Food Tour: Local Eats & Iconic Views: "Worth it. Alex was great. Never knew there was so much to know about Brooklyn. Beautiful homes, vibrant businesses, and gorgeous views. And the history is fascinating, made even more so by Alex's telling."

Brooklyn Heights is known for its promenade and the brownstones along the quiet tree-lined streets. It also has plenty of museums, churches, and historic sites, like the Brooklyn Arts Gallery, the first art gallery opened in the area. There’s plenty of history here, dating to the Revolutionary War.

Walk along the promenade, check out views of the Brooklyn Bridge, and stroll along the quiet neighborhood streets with their 19th-century homes on a tour of Brooklyn Heights. Tours often combine Brooklyn Heights tours with other sites and attractions, like walking the Brooklyn Bridge or sampling New York pizza.

Hop on the subway or a water taxi to get to Brooklyn Heights. Both of these run regularly and are accessible from several other city areas. The Water Taxi is more touristy, so choose this option for a laid-back feel, rather than the commuter taxi or rush-hour trains.

Yes, Brooklyn Heights is relatively safe at night compared to other parts of New York City. But as with any new place or populated city, it’s best to stay in well-lit areas and stick with a friend or a group. Mind your valuables, too, as there could be pickpockets hanging around.

Yes, there are family-friendly tours that incorporate tours of Brooklyn Heights with other kid-friendly activities. After a stroll through the quiet neighborhood streets and checking out the bridge's views from the promenade, head over to Coney Island or enjoy some playtime at Brooklyn Park.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Brooklyn Heights. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Brooklyn:

• Williamsburg

• Dumbo

• Smorgasburg Williamsburg

• Kings Theatre

• Industry City

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Brooklyn.