Location: Brooklyn
Top Things to do in Brooklyn
Things to do in Brooklyn, New York (NY): The Best Bus Tours
It seems like most folks have a grandmother, great-uncle or some other distant relative that used to live in Brooklyn, or perhaps a friend that lives there now. In the early 1900s, it was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island. A hundred years later, young professionals and artists left pricey Manhattan digs for Brooklyn's cheaper and more expansive space. Neighborhoods like Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, which had fallen into disrepair over the years, were restored and reborn as funky enclaves. Walk or bike over the historic Brooklyn Bridge (or ride the subway) to Brooklyn Heights for a stroll along the Promenade and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Meander through Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for a taste of nature in the urban wilds. Catch a performance at the world-famous Brooklyn Academy of Music. From the delicious Italian restaurants of Bensonhurst to the Irish bars that line the avenues of Bay Ridge, from the hotdogs and rollercoasters of Coney Island to the bagels and handball courts of Greenpoint, Brooklyn is a state of mind as well as a dynamic community. Discover why, no matter where people move on to, they remain Brooklynites at heart.
Restaurants in Brooklyn
1. New York City Private Night Tour with Driver-Guide
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
THIS IS A SOCIALLY DISTANCED TOUR. Enjoy a private New York night tour, seeing and photographing beautifully lit sights around the city and taking in one of the world's most famous skyline from across the rivers in Brooklyn and New Jersey. This is a 3-hour tour and transportation is provided in a 2015 Toyota Sienna mini-van with the capacity to accommodate up to 6 guests. This is fantastic and memorable way to spend an evening in New York! PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PRIVATE DRIVING TOUR IS SOCIALLY DISTANCED FROM THE CROWDED CITY SIDEWALKS, SUBWAYS AND BUSES.
Inclusions: Private tour for up to 6 guests, Licensed driver/guide, Transport by late model private vehicle, Hotel / cruise terminal pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Child Safety and Booster Seats
Reviewed By tour40894719015
Excellent tour for those looking to explore the Hamptons and LI wineries. Ronald was informative, patient, more than accommodating and most important knowledgeable. Ron was also very sensitive to our concerns regarding Covid and it was obvious that his precautions were above standard. Highly recommend this tour.
2. New York City Shore Excursion: Pre-Cruise Half-Day Private Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Before you embark on your cruise from New York City, tour the city in style by private car, with your own personal navigator to guide you! Your private guide is an experienced, knowledgeable, native New Yorker who will show you New York City’s most fascinating areas. Enjoy personalized attention as you see top Big Apple sights like the Brooklyn Bridge, SoHo and Chinatown. At the end of your tour, you’ll be conveniently dropped-off at your chosen cruise port: Manhattan, Cape Liberty or Brooklyn.
Inclusions: Private tour of New York City, Hotel, residence or area airport pickup, Port drop-off, Worry-free Shore Excursion
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Leah B
We had such a great time with Rick on our food and culture tour. Learned and ate a ton. Very happy with the food and drinks. Best part was the way Rick told stories and explained the culture. Carlos did a great job driving our bus. So much fun!!
3. NYC Holiday Lights Tour by Limousine
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Looking to experience the holiday spirit of NYC? Enjoy a 3.5-hour holiday lights tour in a warm, PRIVATE, luxury vehicle that begins in Manhattan. Check out holiday favorites such as Rockefeller Center and Dyker Heights, renowned for their cheerful displays. Guided by a friendly and professional driver, you will visit some of New York's finest landmarks and authentic holiday displays created by festive locals. Each tour may be customized to create your own unforgettable experience. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the holiday sights with complimentary champagne!
Inclusions: Glass of Champagne ( Excludes SUV and Sprinter Van vehicles), Beverages, Professional Chauffeur , Private Vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities, Tour Guide/ Escort
Reviewed By YuliyaS342
Silver Star was recommended to me by a friend. I’ve used them every single year to rent a bus for my birthday and couldn’t be happier with their service. They’ve always been timely, professional, clean, friendly, and accommodating. I have always had a great time and will continue to use them every year. I recommend working with Mario - He is professional and is always a text or call away. 5 stars!
4. New York- City of Contrasts
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
New York- City of Contrasts tour is one of a kind experience! Visit and discover outside of Manhattan to places that are hidden and unheard of. At the same time admire culture diversity and hop on/off at different locations in Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn seeing New York City from another angle. Allow our experienced tour guide to entertain you with a variety of views and contrasts found within NYC the BIG APPLE! You will never forget this complete visit to the most popular attractions each borough has to offer.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Silverstreak11
Great tour with excellent views of the Manhattan skyline. Our guide Daniel was great and well informed. Highly recommend!
5. Tour de Luces de Navidad y Dycker Heights $39 Dolares
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Disfruta de la época de navidad con nosotros en una excursión con guia en español que cautivara tu atención con toda la historia que tiene Nueva York y los sitios por donde iremos pasando hasta llegar al barrio iluminado donde tendrán 1 hora de tiempo libre para disfrutar de las decoraciones. Luego iremos a DUMBO para disfrutar de las vistas y los diferentes miradores hacia Manhattan iluminada. El tour termina en el Empire State Building o en Times Square.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks
Reviewed By babystef_f
I visited Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn and Manhattan, it was very fun. The guy Lucas was so funny and nice, didn’t get bored. The best part was that Lucas is a cop too and he let us take a picture with him getting us arrested lol I recommend 100%
6. Panoramic Night Tour New York: Brooklyn Heights and Hamilton Park by Bus
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Join us on our amazing New York Skyline Night Tour to appreciate the thousand night lights of the Big Apple. This tour is designed to leave you breathless and allow you to take unforgettable photos. The evening tour starts at 6:30 pm with your Urban Explorer through which you cross Manhattan to one of the most famous sights in New York: Brooklyn Heights. After taking amazing photos of the Manhattan Skyline and seeing the Brooklyn Bridge up close, you continue to New Jersey and take a brief stop to taste a typical slice of American cheese pizza in Hoboken. Then you arrive at the famous Hamilton Park, the highest point in New Jersey, for an unforgettable view among the thousand lights of New York! Remember: the tour is suitable for all ages and ends around 10.30pm near Times Square.
Inclusions: Typical American slice of Cheese pizza, Private transportation, Tour Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Drinks
Reviewed By newyorkergarret
i will give this place three stars for the experience honestly I expected more from the management, though it is a good way to view the city. for those who want to experience rooftop bars maybe this isn't the one for you sorry to say
7. Sightseeing, Zip Lining, Biking, Hiking 9-Day New York City & Upstate Trip
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Custom Trips: Whatever you want; whenever you want! Take a look at all of our New York itineraries on our website. We can book any option for any date you or your group desires including all 9 days for a true 9 day tour of New York City and the beautiful upstate region. Do you have an upcoming corporate, family or friends outing that you’re planning and want something new and exciting to do? Don’t miss out on your group having an absolute blast!! Active Lifestyle Tours guarantees: Incredible destinations, iconic sightseeing, local hot spots, fun outdoor activities, private transportation, experienced Trip Leaders and Four-Star and Five-Star accommodations (if you're doing a multi-day trip with us). We are experts at creating custom New York trips. We can easily tailor to your wants and needs from single day trips to multi-day trips.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All Fees and Taxes, Lodging (9 nights), All activities listed, Trip Leaders
Exclusions: Lunches and dinners , Airfare , Driver and Tour Guide Gratuities
Reviewed By Dukebo2020
My family was very comfortable after meeting the staff. They were very confident in their ability to make sure everything explained fully and all of our questions were answered. Thank You!
8. Private Custom New York City Tour by SUV
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5.0 based on 216 reviews
Explore New York City in a luxury SUV on a private, customized tour. This 4-, 5-, or 6-hour tour of the Big Apple is geared to match individual or group interests and preferences. Whether an architecture buff, celebrity hound, or sightseeing aficionado, the tour will be unique. Travel in a luxury SUV with a native New Yorker and licensed tour guide. Endless possibilities include: Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, Grand Central Terminal, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, or lesser known areas of NYC like Brooklyn, Queens, or the Bronx.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Separate licensed NYC Tour Guide, Separate professional driver, Luxury SUV or Mercedes Sprinter, Customized itinerary to your interests
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 448cheric
This is truly the best way to see the most of New York City in a day or weekend trip. We literally saw and learned so much I can't even add one picture of each things we saw because I can only post 10. Sheldon was an amazing guide and has an abundance of New York knowledge and historical facts. He has a great personality and made it fun and interesting for my whole family (including my mother, teenage son, and 6 year old daughter). He also made it a point to always make sure we knew where we were so when we went back into the city by our selves we knew how to get where we needed to. Sheldon honestly loves New York and after he shows you around you will too.
9. A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour
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4.9 based on 217 reviews
Embark on this 4.5-hour bus tour with a local guide and discover Brooklyn from one end to the other while eating pizza. You will be visiting two pizzerias as well as some popular landmarks of Brooklyn. Hotel pickup and drop-off is not included. You will meet your guide at The Union Square area of Manhattan.
Inclusions: Meals as per itinerary, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Guaranteed to skip the lines, Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available for purchase at one of the pizzerias), Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By lucyd136
I had the Dyker Heights tour booked for December however due to the current climate we are unable to visit NYC as we are from the U.K. I emailed A Slice of Brooklyn at 10am requesting a refund and by 4pm they had issued this. I am gutted we can’t travel but when we can eventually go to NYC I will be booking all of my tours through them! Even though we haven’t done the tour, I just wanted to leave a review on how great the customer service is! Thank you
10. Best of Brooklyn Half-Day Food and Culture, Bus and Walking Tour
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4.9 based on 635 reviews
The new culinary center of the Big Apple, where food and dining trends are dispersed to the rest of the country, is Brooklyn. And with this half-day tour, you can take a big bite out of it. From old ethnic enclaves to the latest hipster 'hoods, Brooklyn's dining scene is both diverse and cutting edge. Munch pierogies in Polish-dominated Greenpoint and hip farm-to-table fare in Williamsburg. This guided eating tour of New York's coolest and tastiest borough is ideal for foodies and the people who love them.
Inclusions: Transport by climate-controlled bus, Licensed NYC sightseeing guide, Luggage storage available upon request; your luggage is stowed at the rear of the bus , Food tasting, Bottle of water, Vegetarian options & other dietary restrictions can be accomodated with advance notice when booking
Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages (available for purchase), Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By Corti_3
He was very knowledgeable, entertaining and fun! Had a teen and a kid on board and he took us to a candy store, surely got their attention! stopped at a great pizza place and many other great stops! Thanks James!! MAde oye tour very fun!
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