In the traffic-heavy city of New York, walking tours are available for tourists interested in looking around the city without the hassles of stop-and-go traffic. There are tours available for a variety of interests, such as historical tours, tours of Little China and tours of Little Italy. The Little Italy walking tours showcase the shops and restaurants of Little Italy.
The Little Italy/Nolita walking tour is a tour that includes information about the history of Little Italy and takes visitors to the new shops and restaurants in Little Italy. The tour is approximately two hours long and shows historic landmarks such as the chocolate factory. It is available through NYC Walk.
NYC Walk
318 Lafayette St.
New York, NY 10012
212-979-2388
nycwalk.com
Gotham Walking Tours offers three-hour private tours of a variety of locations as requested by customers. A tour of Little Italy is available. Tours can be booked for individuals, couples or groups. Tours of Little Italy are available as a private tour package.
Gotham Walking Tours
400 Chambers St., Suite 8E
New York, NY 10282
646-645-5782
walkingnyctours.com
Little Italy food tours are specifically designed for enjoying the Italian food items and the history of Italian food in New York City. The tours include tasting a variety of foods while learning how the food is made and learning facts about the food. The tour goes through Little Italy and goes to a variety of Italian eateries and stores. Food options include cheeses, cheesecake, Italian cookies and candies.
City Food Tours
343 E. 74th St.
New York, NY 10021
212-535-8687
cityfoodtours.com
The "Gangs of New York" tour follows the Little Italy locations highlighted in the book and movies. The stops on the tour include locations such as "murderer's alley" and Paradise Square. Other stops include locations noted for their association with major gang members. The tour provides information about the lore behind the "Gangs of New York" and the individuals who make up the stories.
Big Onion Walking Tours
476 13th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11215
888-606-9255
bigonion.com
The Immigrant New York tour highlights the immigrant areas of New York, including Little Italy. This tour highlights the "Tweed Courthouse" and Five Points as well as the grave sites of famous immigrants. The tour discusses a variety of immigrant groups from around the world by looking at historic sites associated with the groups. Groups highlighted in the immigrant tour include Italian, German, Irish, African, Chinese and Latino groups.
Big Onion Walking Tours
476 13th St.
Brooklyn, NY 11215
888-606-9255
bigonion.com
