New York City Little Italy Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience New York City's Little Italy. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy

• Mom and Pop Food Tour in Chinatown and Little Italy

• SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York

• 3 New York Neighborhoods Semi-Private Tour: SoHo, Chinatown, and Little Italy

• Little Italy - Official Historic District Tour

While it’s free to explore Little Italy on your own, guided tours are a great way to dig into the neighborhood’s history and uncover spots you might otherwise walk right past. Walking tours start at around US$29, while private tours start closer to US$135, depending on length and group size. You can also book a custom photoshoot in the neighborhood for upwards of US$180.

Yes, Little Italy is worth visiting, especially if you're interested in the history of Italian immigration in America. The bustling neighborhood centers around Mulberry Street in lower Manhattan and is packed with old-school Italian restaurants, pastry shops, and cultural landmarks that tell the story of the community that built it. A guided food tour is one of the best ways to explore the neighborhood, giving you the chance to sample the neighborhood's best cannoli, fresh pasta, and other Italian favorites while a knowledgeable guide fills you in on the area's rich history.

Per one customer who booked the SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York, "We had an incredible experience on this New York City, Soho, Little Italy & Chinatown walking tour with Steve! He's an outstanding local tour guide and a true New Yorker who's been living here for decades. Steve shared fascinating historical facts, hidden gems, and personal stories that brought the city's neighborhoods to life. His deep knowledge of NYC's culture and history made the tour both educational and entertaining. What really stood out was how engaging, knowledgeable, and funny he was—he made everyone in the group feel welcome and included. The walk was perfectly paced, full of great photo spots, and packed with insider tips about the best local food, landmarks, and off-the-beaten-path sights. If you're looking for a fun, informative, and authentic walking tour in New York City, I can't recommend Steve enough. A five-star experience from start to finish!"

The Little Italy neighborhood in New York City’s Lower Manhattan is known for its Italian culture, which is evident in the Italian restaurants, bakeries, shops, and other eateries there. The area's history dates back to the 1840s, and some of the places in Little Italy, New York City, are more than 100 years old.

Today, the Little Italy area of New York City is just on Mulberry Street in Lower Manhattan. Little Italy runs five blocks down Mulberry Street, north of Canal Street. Some visitors can get confused because the Five Points area of New York City, a melting pot for immigrants, used to be Italian-influenced. These days, it’s part of Chinatown.

All the best restaurants in New York City’s Little Italy are on Mulberry Street and feature delicious Italian-inspired dishes. Top picks include IL Cortile, L'Amore Restaurant, Zia Maria Little Italy, Osteria Barocca Little Italy, Casa D' Angelo, and Da Nico Ristorante.

The must-see attractions in Little Italy include the Italian American Museum, the Christmas in New York store, the “Audrey Hepburn” mural by Tristan Eaton, and the Ferrara Bakery and Cafe. You won’t want to miss the Ferrara Bakery and Cafe if you want to snag traditional cannoli and espresso.

Yes, there are guided tours available in the Little Italy neighborhood of New York City. The most popular type of tour to book in Little Italy is a food tour like the Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy, but there are also walking tours for first-time visitors to get an introduction to the area. You can also book a combo tour to Little Italy and Chinatown in one day. Visiting with a tour guide will ensure that you’re learning the history of the area, not just eating your way through the neighborhood.

Yes, Little Italy is safe for tourists to visit and explore, but do keep in mind that, like all big cities within the US, crime is an issue. It’s best to stay alert in any part of New York City and not carry anything too valuable with you. Also, joining a guided New York City Little Italy tour is usually safer than going alone.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Little Italy. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in New York City:

• Statue of Liberty

• Empire State Building

• Ellis Island

• Central Park

• National September 11 Memorial & Museum

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in New York City.