Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Free walking tours take visitors through Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Manhattan, China Town and Greenwich Village. These tours give visitors a taste for the eclectic culture found throughout New York City. Brooklyn Height's 19th century federal-style houses conjure childhood visions of playing ball on brownstone steps. A tour through downtown Manhattan is akin to walking down the same streets where famous talents present and past have strolled, including Robert De Niro, Sammy Davis Jr. and Rita Hayworth. The financial district, Wall Street and Ground Zero are also featured in the Downtown Manhattan tour. China Town tours are like stepping onto the streets and alleyways of China where paper lanterns are strung and lit at night. China Town's outdoor vendor and market traditions inspire interest and respect for authentic Chinese culture and cuisine. A tour through Greenwhich Village gives visitors a feel for the literary and music lifestyles of celebrated authors, artists and musicians. Visitors will learn how nonconformity made Greenwich Village a place for inspiring some of America's greatest imaginations.
Shakespeare in the Park has been a celebrated outdoor summer concert "under the stars" in New York City since 1957. Free admission concert productions at the open-air Delacorte Theater in Central Park are revivals of Shakespeare plays and the cast typically includes a few well-known film names. Shows run from June to early September and guests must obtain free tickets at the Delacorte or Public Theatre. Obtaining tickets early is highly recommended as they often go quickly depending on which productions are featuring high-profile cast names.
Escape from the noise of the city to indulge in nature's serenity on a one-hour tour through Central Park's smallest (3.5 acres) woodland forest. Nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike will learn about about Central Park's Nature Conservancy and rich past. Visitors are always surprised to discover the unexpected world of small pools and cascades that surround the area. The tour is an excellent opportunity for bird watching and visitors are encouraged to bring binoculars. The tour is free and extremely popular in the fall. Tour space is limited to 20 guests at a time and groups of seven or more are encouraged to make advance arrangements to ensure everyone in the group can participate.