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Discover the best of secondhand shopping in North Brooklyn led by a vintage shopping loving local! Meet your guide and visit 3 to 6 stores (based on your preference) to shop for secondhand and vintage clothing. We’ll spend about 30 minutes per store, you have time to try things on. Get personalized styling advice and thrifting tips from your guide as you experience the vibrant Williamsburg and Greenpoint neighborhoods of Brooklyn and shop for unique finds with your group. • Discover shoes, bags, and clothing (masculine and feminine items available) • Sizes range from XS-XL You’ll have the best time if you come prepared with: • Water • Comfortable shoes • Clothes you can easily change in fitting rooms or try on clothes over The itinerary can be customized with the items and styles you’re looking for in mind. Along the way to each shop we’ll take in the sites of this vibrant borough. Book your shopping tour in New York City and shop in Brooklyn like a local!

The Flatbush neighborhood in Brooklyn is a picturesque area renowned for its magnificent collection of Victorian homes. With this private walking tour, get to know the Victorian subsection of this historic district and admire its striking 19th-century architecture, including historic mansions, a hidden tennis club, and a church that dates back to 1654.

Discover two sides of New York in one private walking tour, beginning among DUMBO’s cobblestone streets and waterfront views before crossing the iconic Brooklyn Bridge into Lower Manhattan. With a licensed private guide dedicated exclusively to your group, explore Brooklyn Bridge Park, photograph the Manhattan skyline, and learn the stories behind the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges. After walking across the Brooklyn Bridge, continue through the Financial District to the 9/11 Memorial, Trinity Church, Wall Street, and the Charging Bull. More than a checklist of landmarks, this experience combines New York history, architecture, local stories, carefully selected photo stops, and personalized recommendations. Your guide can adapt the pace and commentary to your group, making the tour suitable for couples, families, friends, and first-time visitors who want a more personal introduction to Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan.

Book a Brooklyn walking tour with the legendary Johnny Famous aka Scoob Lover and experience Brooklyn hip hop history like never before. As a pioneering dancer who performed alongside Big Daddy Kane and appeared on the iconic track "Where Brooklyn At?" with Biggie Smalls and Tupac, Scoob offers an insider's perspective on Brooklyn's hip hop roots. Born and Bred in BK, you'll hear behind-the-scenes stories, and walk in the footsteps of hip hop giants—making this tour a must for music fans and culture enthusiasts alike.

You do not need to be an artist to join this tour! :) You only need to have wide eyes and an open heart. This tour is for people who love to wander, to people-watch, slow down, and notice the city. Together, we’ll make time for looking deeply instead of moving quickly, allowing space for serendipity within New York’s fast-paced, bustling rhythm. We’ll begin with a few quick sketches to loosen the hand and ground ourselves in the neighborhood, paired with short stories about the streets and spaces we’re moving through. From there, we’ll travel in gentle 30-minute intervals to a series of pre-selected spots around Brooklyn Bridge Park. Along the way, you’ll discover my favorite corners of the area alongside a small group of curious, creative people. You’ll hear stories, share observations, and experience the city. Whether you’re visiting New York for the first time or seeing it anew, this walk is designed to slow you down and help you begin your time in the city with intention.

Given that Brooklyn would be the 4th largest city in the entire country if it were on its own, it’s safe to assume there’s a lot to see here. On this tour, you’ll explore iconic neighborhoods like DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights, visit famous landmarks like Jane’s Carousel, and snap photos of the majestic Brooklyn Bridge. This tour is both wheelchair accessible and can also accommodate strollers and service animals.

Lower Manhattan is home to some of New York City’s most quintessential landmarks, but ticking off the highlights takes time and planning. Explore a handpicked selection of sights during this small-group bike tour, led by a Dutch-speaking guide. Plus, you’ll cycle across the scenic Brooklyn Bridge and check out Brooklyn landmarks including Jane’s Carousel, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.

Experience Barclays Center like never before! Join us for a guided tour of Brooklyn’s leading sports and entertainment venue, home of the 2024 WNBA Champion New York Liberty, Brooklyn Nets, legendary concerts and more. Barclays Center Tours offer fans the opportunity to discover behind-the-scenes spaces, learn about iconic moments and explore the history of Brooklyn. We offer guided tours on select days, including New York Liberty and Brooklyn Nets game days. Every tour is a little different, so you never know what surprises are in store — maybe you’ll catch a glimpse of the Nets or Liberty locker room, or a secret spot only insiders know. Whether you’re a die-hard Nets or Liberty fan, a music lover, or just looking for a unique New York adventure, a Barclays Center Tour is your backstage ticket to the excitement.

Get an insider’s perspective on the thriving waterfront arts district of DUMBO during this small-group walking tour. Explore the neighborhood with a local arts expert, combining photo-ready views with an in-depth overview of the evolving Brooklyn hotspot. Highlights include stops at Brooklyn Bridge Park and Manhattan Bridge, a stroll through Brooklyn Flea and Time Out markets, and a local artist studio visit.

Enjoy a special way to discover one of New York’s top landmarks—and hone your night photography skills at the same time—on this small-group, evening Brooklyn Bridge tour. After sundown, meet your photographer guide on the Manhattan end of the bridge, and bring along your camera and tripod. With their instruction, learn how to take the best nighttime shots of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, and surrounding landmarks.

Explore New York City your way, at your own pace and schedule—and enjoy a cost-effective option for discovering many of the city’s top sights and neighborhoods—using this smartphone audio walking tours package. Download the app and receive six tour itineraries, which cover Central Park, Grand Central Station, Midtown Manhattan, Battery Park, Brooklyn, and Wall Street.

Go beyond New York’s Midtown and explore Brooklyn like a local on this small-group bike tour. Travel through neighborhoods that don't make it onto most tourist itineraries, including parks, waterfront stretches, and hidden spots loved by the locals. Your guide shares stories and history that no map or app can give you. Return by bike or hop on a ferry for a free ride back.

I call this a tour of history, hipsters, Hasids, high-rises, hops and more. Join a long-time Williamsburg resident for a walking tour of one of Brooklyn’s most well-known neighborhoods. Beyond the hipsters (are they still around!?) and new high-rises, Williamsburg is so much more. Learn about the early days before the area was part of NYC, who “William” was, and the many groups that have and still call Williamsburg home. We will visit new and old parks, see some of the coolest places to eat in New York, and perhaps have a beer (which has a long history in Williamsburg). There’s a reason this area is so well-known: it is fascinating!

Enjoy a sampling of Brooklyn’s sweet treats—and explore two of its most desirable neighborhoods as you go—on this donut tasting tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide in Williamsburg, and set off on foot. You’ll visit four of the borough’s most popular bakeries, from modern favorites to old-school classics, and will enjoy generous samples as you go.

The artist will elevate your event with immersive live ambient DJ sets, camera setup, and custom music designed to create unforgettable atmospheres. MRzoo Artist Events Booking offers unique music experiences that blend sound, emotion, meditation, creativity, and music technology. Whether you're hosting a luxury hotel event, wellness retreat, private celebration, or public gathering, each performance is designed to create a meaningful connection between people, space, and sound. Music has the power to influence emotions, create memories, and transform experiences. Let your event become something your guests will truly remember. For events with fewer than 50 guests, MRzoo offers a solo music performance with personal sound equipment and camera setup. Minimum day packages start from $299, depending on hours, location, transportation, and artist availability.

New York City is one of the great art capitals of the world but some of the most jaw-dropping artwork you’ll find won’t be inside a museum or gallery, rather, it will be displayed right along the sidewalks. This tour takes you through several New York City neighborhoods while showcasing the diversity of the city’s various cultures through its art.

Immerse yourself in the one-of-a-kind ambiance of Williamsburg, Brooklyn—and seek out some of its coolest addresses and street art landmarks as you go—on this self-led smartphone walking tour and scavenger hunt. Upon booking, download the app and access your tour at a time that works best for you. Follow the clues, and solve games and puzzles, all while exploring the neighborhood and learning more about its cultural offerings.

See a side to NYC that most visitors miss and discover Brooklyn’s creative and industrial heritage on this walking tour. Visit DUMBO’s historic waterfront, explore 19th century warehouses, and meet local artisans and small businesses shaping Brooklyn today. Learn about the borough’s Industrial Revolution and digital transformation from a guide with real manufacturing experience. Snap photos of landmarks and shop unique Made in Brooklyn products along the way.

Many of Brooklyn’s neighborhoods have distinct food scenes. Explore the wonders of Eastern European and Former Soviet Union cuisine in this tour through Brighton Beach, otherwise known as “Little Odessa.” Go off the beaten path as you sample Georgian cheese bread, sweet treats from Turkey and Russia, and more. You’ll be hard pressed to find these cuisines in Manhattan–they are worth traveling for.

New York City is a huge city, so it can be hard to know where to start exploring alone. Instead, get the help of a guide who knows the Big Apple’s secrets on this group guided day tour from Boston or New York City. Spend the whole day getting a well-rounded picture of New York, with the option to include a cruise to the Statue of Liberty or entry to the One World Trade Center Observatory.

Discover Brooklyn's landmarks and hidden gems on your own schedule and at your own pace with a private, self-guided scavenger hunt app. Answer trivia and solve challenges at your own pace, working with or competing against your team while learning new facts about the borough. Enjoy the flexibility to start anytime and explore Brooklyn on your schedule.

Skip the strict timings of group tours with a flexible and fully independent app-guided scavenger hunt in Brooklyn. Download the smartphone app and set off from Brooklyn Heights at your convenience. Your app guides you to key landmarks and hidden corners, with trivia and challenges adding a fun competitive edge.

Power up your social media feeds—and let an expert plan the perfect itinerary—with this small-group guided tour of New York City's most-Instagrammable sites. Make your way from the High Line and Chelsea Market to the Vessel, SoHo, and across the Brooklyn Bridge to DUMBO. Along the way, enjoy plenty of opportunities to snap photos and taste local dishes (at your own cost).

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.