Private Lower East Side Food and Neighborhood Tour

Recommended by 93% of travelers

New York City, USA

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore the Lower East Side—and discover sights and insider stories you'd otherwise miss—on this private guided walking tour. See landmarks such as the Eldridge Street Synagogue and Manhattan Bridge, and visit popular eateries such as Katz’s Deli and Economy Candy for samples. As you go, learn about the immigrants who shaped the area, the history of tenement housing, the Lower East Side’s rich culinary culture, and more.

Beat the crowds on a private walking tour of the Lower East Side
Learn all about the neighborhood’s wealth of history and food traditions
Go at your own pace, with plenty of time to ask questions
This New York City tour is perfect for visiting food and culture lovers

What's Included

Local Guide
Private Tour

Entrance to the Eldridge Street Synagogue Museum
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions
Audio Guide ( that translates the tour)
Gratuities
Entrance to the Tenement Museum
Food and Drinks

$40.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

12 Eldridge St, New York, NY 10002, USA
The tour meets in front of the Eldridge Street Synagogue at 12 Eldridge Street. The guide will be outside, so do not enter the building. Our guide will be there to greet you at the confirmed time of the tour. They will be holding a white and blue checked flag with our logo on it. If you are running late, please call our office at (718) 806-1706.

End point

137 E Houston St, New York, NY 10002, USA
Yonah Schimmel Knish Bakery

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

01/01/2026 - 12/31/2026
Monday - Sunday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Itinerary

Lower East Side

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Museum At Eldridge Street (Pass By)

Kossar's Bagels & Bialys

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Pickle Guys

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tenement Museum (Pass By)

MOSCOT Lower East Side Shop

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

University Settlement House

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Economy Candy

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Angel Orensanz Foundation

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Katz's Delicatessen

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yonah Schimmel's Knish Bakery

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Operates rain and shine; please dress accordingly
If canceled because of dangerous weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or full refund
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Involves a good amount of walking
We reserve the right to deviate from the route of the tour in the event of marches, parades, and circumstances beyond our control.
Near public transportation

All food is Kosher Style and Vegetarian
The Pickle Guys is Kosher Certified
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
No substitutes for food items
We are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions
We cannot guarantee food has not come into contact with possible allergens
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.8

based on 14 reviews

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Our bad luck with an average tourguide. Also overpriced for what you get.

micha_v, Mar 2024

The tourguide John didn´t particular made an event out of this far over-priced tour. Being a private tour of two, he even didn´t bother to find out the name of my friend. The ipad screen being smudgy and pictures difficult to read (on my comment on this I got back a ´o yes, that happens´). Mentioned we keep kosher he elaborated on a standard beef jerky joint, which we should really try. Well yes, not for us. The start of the tour is in front of the magnificent Eldridge Str Synagogue. I knew the entrance fee was not included, but also John intended to discourage us from going in because the tour was after all a food tour. All in all, we have had many, many excellent tourguides and believe John has a few things to learn how to attend to tourists (listening better never hurt anyone).

Great

Steven_K, Sep 2023

Great fun. Grand experience. Historical Good food. Recommend if in New York City . Good web site to get attention

Recommended private tour

Steven_Z, Dec 2022

Gabi, our tour guide was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and easy to be with. All great qualities you want in a professional tour guide. The private lower east side tour was fantastic. We really enjoyed in spite of the cold snap.