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NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney

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Overview

Ranked among the Top 50 Tours Worldwide in 2024 by Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best of the Best.

Hear the stories of the people that have lived there and the histories that made these spots as special as they are.

This panoramic tour takes you to a number of iconic landmarks you’ll recognize from film history’s most memorable movies.That’s out on Coney Island.

Beyond getting photos that you’ll treasure for years, this is a chance to take a walk off the beaten path and experience the New York that real New Yorkers know.

For a tour that takes you behind-the-scenes of some of the most interesting boroughs in New York, book your NYC Boroughs tour today and enjoy with our guided bus tour!

What’s included

  • ✓Visit to the beach
  • ✓Guide exclusively in English or Spanish
  • ✓Transportation from meeting point with Shared Tour

Not included

  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • ✕Food and drinks

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Harlem

    You will arrive after a short ride through Harlem in Upper Manhattan, you’ll learn about the development of this diverse neighborhood and see historic sites, such as the world-renowned Apollo Theater, debut venue for many performers like Ella Fitzgerald, The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye and many others.

  2. 2

    Apollo Theater · 10m

    You will receive a brief explanation from the outside of the theater

  3. 3

    Bronx

    Next, you'll travel north to the Bronx, where is the birthplace of rap and hip hop. In its streets you can hear 75 different languages, predominantly English and Spanish. You will visit the famous Yankees Stadium and the Big Pun Mural

  4. 4

    Stop 4 · 10m

    This place pays tribute to the legendary rapper Big Pun, known as Christopher Rios. The works of art on the walls will surprise you

  5. 5

    Bronx–Whitestone Bridge

    The Bronx-Whitestone Bridge, known as the Whitestone Bridge or just Whitestone, is the famous suspension bridge in New York City that carries six lanes of Interstate 678 just over the East River, opened in 1939. We will cross it, then we will get to Queens.

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    Queens

    The tour continues across the East River in the borough of Queens, one of the most ethnically diverse counties in the US, whose residents speak over 100 languages. You will enjoy the Malba neighborhood, and take a short walk through Flushing Park.

  7. 7

    Flushing Meadows Corona Park · 20m

    Visit Flushing Meadows Park, home of the US Open (one of the oldest tennis championships in the world), the New York Mets baseball team, and the Unisphere (leftover from the 1964 World’s Fair).

  8. 8

    Koscuiuszko Bridge

    We will cross this bridge to Brooklyn

  9. 9

    Brooklyn

    Later, you’ll visit the borough of Brooklyn,as its inhabitants say, is: "home to everyone from where", the cultural diversity of its neighborhoods is evident. We will visit Dumbo neighborhood and we can see Williamsburg.

  10. 10

    Williamsburg

    Williamsburg, concentrates the life of the Jewish community on Lee Avenue, the main artery of the neighborhood. This is where most of their temples and businesses are.

  11. 11

    Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View · 20m

    We stay here for 20 minutes, under the Brooklyn Bridge

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    Coney Island · 1h

    If you selected the option with Coney Island included, you’ll head down to world famous Coney Island, a destination for New Yorkers for generations, seeking fun and relaxation. Weather permitting, you’ll have an opportunity to explore the boardwalk, panoramic view of Luna Park or New York Aquarium, and to have lunch at the original, legendary Nathan’s restaurant. For clients going to Coney Island, only if the weather and itinerary allow, you can enjoy a quick swim, we recommend bringing swimming suits If you prefer, you can end the tour at this point and enjoy the incredible Coney Island for more time on your own.

  13. 13

    Stop 13

    Legendary Nathan’s restaurant, you can taste their hot dogs, fries and house hamburgers, among other dishes

  14. 14

    Brighton Beach

    Enjoy the sea breeze

  15. 15

    Luna Park in Coney Island

    Amusement park opened in 2010 where Astroland was located. Only included if the option of Conney Island is selected.

  16. 16

    New York Aquarium

    The New York Aquarium is the oldest operating aquarium opened in Castle Garden in Battery Park, 1896.

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    Stop 17

    Finally, you’ll head back over the East River, passing by the historic Brooklyn Bridge, on your return into Manhattan.

Tour options

NYC Boroughs at Sunset Spanish

Duration: 4 hours: Please keep in mind the drop off is in DUMBO Take this opportunity to try: local snacks. Tour is in Spanish

English without Coney Island

Shared Tour without Coney Duration: 5 hours Tour without Coney Island: You will carry out the standard itinerary through the Boroughs: Brooklyn, The Bronx, Harlem & Queen, Coney is not included

Spanish without Coney Island

Shared Tour without Coney Duration: 5 hours Tour without Coney Island: You will carry out the standard itinerary through the Boroughs: Brooklyn, The Bronx, Harlem & Queen, Coney is not included

English & Coney Island

Shared Tour with Coney Island Duration: 7 hours Tour with Coney Island: You will carry out an itinerary through the Boroughs: Brooklyn, The Bronx, Harlem, Queens and Coney Island

Private Tour Boroughs & Coney

Hotel Pick up & Drop off: This private tour option includes hotel pick up and drop off in locations between lower Manhattan and 125th Street. Duration: 7 hours Pickup included

Spanish & Coney Island

Shared Tour with Coney Island Duration: 7 hours Tour with Coney Island: You will carry out an itinerary through the Boroughs: Brooklyn, The Bronx, Harlem, Queens and Coney Island

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • New York State law requires that all children be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they are 8 years old. Starting November 1, 2019, all children under 2 years old must ride in a rear-facing car seat.
  • Bus drivers are not required to provide them and the activity provider will not be responsible if you are unable to access the bus. To ensure that your child has a seat, you must bring your own, or inform the activity provider well in advance
  • For clients going to Coney Island, only if the weather and itinerary allow, you can enjoy a quick swim, we recommend bringing swimming suits.
  • Guests under the age of 18 may not be admitted at check-in unless accompanied by an adult.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.