Walking tour in Manhattan Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront

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New York City, USA

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NEW: For a special treat, book my new Sunset tour offered at 6 pm on Saturday, and watch the sun set and Manhattan skyline come alive.

All tours are delivered in English, and by the proprietor Scott, and feature small groups. Enjoy a 3-hour, 3-mile stroll with a 30-year resident of Brooklyn. I'll lead you to the most picturesque photo ops and find corners that only a local would know. Learn about the history of the people, eras, and technology that defined Brooklyn's rise. We'll pass by the homes of some very famous stars of TV and film, as well as through shoot locations you will almost certainly recognize from popular TV and films.

You'll end up in NYC's hottest neighborhood, Dumbo, home of NYC's best pizza. Make time for lunch and, during warm-weather weekends, to browse Brooklyn Flea for a bespoke, vintage souvenir.

This is a walking version of my popular, five-star rated bike tour, also listed on Cool New York City .

What's Included

  • Expert local insight

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Jacob Wrey Mould Fountain, 43 Park Row, New York, NY 10038, USA

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    Look for me on east side of the Jacob Wrey Mould Fountain in City Hall Park. Nearby Subway stations include City Hall (R, W), Brooklyn Bridge City Hall (4, 5, 6) Chambers Street (J, Z), Chambers Street (A, C) and Park Place (2, 3).

    End point

    Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Montague St &, Pierrepont Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

    Guests may want to plan on getting a meal after the tour, as this site has many delicious restaurants, including Julianna's World Famous New York Pizza.

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    What To Expect

    City Hall Area

    Learn about the vicinity of City Hall, where General George Washington read the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution was born. Other nearby places of note: City Hall, Municipal Building, Woolworth Building, St Paul's Chapel, Tweed Courthouse.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Brooklyn Bridge

    Marvel at unprecedented views of the New York Harbor, Manhattan and Brooklyn skylines while suspended 133 ft (40.5 m) over the East River. Learn the amazing history of the 16 year effort to build this remarkable 19th century monument to science and art.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View

    We'll stop by one of NYC's most instragrammable spot for an icon photo op under the Manhattan Bridge, surrounded by DUMBO's historic warehouses and factories. DUMBO is today one of NYC's hottest neighborhood as the industrial buildings have been transformed into posh shop, swanky eateries and some of the city's most glamorous loft homes.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Empire Fulton Ferry State Park

    We'll cover the history of the Roebling family while enjoying a refreshing break under the shadow of the Bridge.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Brooklyn Bridge Park

    This 85 acre expanse of picturesque woodlands, lawns, tidal pools, basketball courts and soccer fields is one of NYC's newest, biggest and most innovative park spaces. Learn about Brooklyn's shipping history, and the innovative and sustainable design principals employed in park while drinking in breathtaking views of the city.
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Brooklyn Heights Promenade

    This balcony cantilevered over the Brooklyn waterfront offers the best view of Manhattan skyline you'll find in the Big Apple.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Activity code: C-233384P9

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