East Village Attractions & Things to do

Why this experience? We LIVED this firsthand. We're Born & raised in Little Italy - or cops who worked the streets here - both active and retired/ NYPD Officers. Our “walk with stories” breaks the typical tour company mold of boring facts, repetitive "stops" & irrelevant dates replaced with personal life experiences. Walk the very streets where the mafia strolled with a real resident and meet other locals along the way. Plus food included is equivalent to a full 3 course dinner!
Growing up witnessing some of New York’s infamous families and having consulted for TV and major films makes this a unique experience no other company can offer.
Beginning at a famous Mafia "Red Sauce Joint" as seen in Soprano's and "Get Gotti" this experience winds through the East Village & Little Italy visiting notorious Mafia and Crime locations sharing personal true crime stories and eating amazing food from the neighborhood. Rated #1 "Things to do in New York" Recently featured in the Washington Post
Duration: 3 hours 5 minutes.

Why our experience over all others? We LIVED this firsthand. We are Born and raised in Little Italy or worked in the area as NYPD Officers. We go to places the tour companies don't know exist and see things often missed while meeting locals along the way. I will appear in the Prime Video documentary "Life After Goodfellas” release to be on 35th anniversary of the film.
Start with Behind the scenes at John's of 12th Street restaurant with spaghetti tasing finish with Italian pastry at local shop Est 1931. This is a NYC Mafia experience from a true “insider’s perspective” of the East Village NYC mafia & Crime history as well as local Gang history.

Starting with private VIP tasting at a famous Mafia "Red Sauce Joint" seen in Soprano's "Life After Goodfellas" & "Get Gotti" this experience starts in the East Village, ends in Little Italy, we visit notorious Mafia & Crime locations, share true crime stories and crime locations in the neighborhood including gang history & locations.
Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes.

Hop-On Hop-Off New York City Tour - See It All, Your Way! Travel in style on our open-top double-decker buses, offering unobstructed views and ample photo opportunities.
Get ready to explore the city with our amazing Hop-On Hop-Off New York City Tour! our tour offers the perfect way to see the best of NYC at your own pace. With unlimited stops, you can hop on and off as often as you like, creating your own unique sightseeing adventure.
Enjoy live commentary from knowledgeable and entertaining guides who share fascinating stories and insights about the city's history and culture.

Don't Miss Out on the Ultimate New York City Sightseeing Experience!. Hop on, hop off, and enjoy the ride! Ready to create your own adventure with flexible schedules, informative guides, and unlimited stops, you'll have the freedom to explore all that NYC has to offer.
Discover the magic of New York City with the tour that lets you see it all, your way!

Duration: 2 hours.

First let me say that most Mafia Gangster Tours in New York City are total BS- Our experience that comes right from the “horse’s mouth” no tour guide no filter. Rated #1 Things to do in New York. Hosted by active & retired NYPD Police Officers- I appear in the movie "Life After Goodfellas" as myself, to be released on Prime Video on 35th anniversary.
Get real stories while visiting notorious gangland locations walking from East Village to Little Italy. You'll hear firsthand accounts of the NYC Mafia & crimes in NYC and taste the local cuisines. We will visit Crime Family member hang-outs where they ran their elusive "family businesses" also seen in "Get Gotti". See the “Ravenite Social Club" & more. We meet at a famous mafia “red sauce joint” Est 1908. Three food stops ample food provided- equal to a FULL DINNER. We'll top it off with a large cannoli from one of Little Italy's iconic local pastry spots. We have hosted over 15,000 guests and have 2,200 five-star ratings Airbnb.


Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

NO Mafia stories...no ghost stories...no olde, moldy "Gangs of New York" stories. We will visit the actual locations of 4 bizarre murders - all of which occurred during the gritty heyday of sleazy old New York City - the 1960s - 1990s. If you're a fan of fascinating true crime books + podcasts + docu-series - then you've found the right tour - this is for you. One of the murders has a strange occult/satanic backstory - which I'm able to relate in detail as I lived for a decade in the building where this murder occurred. For each of the murders we'll discuss, I've gone well beyond standard research and dug up surprising details buried in the actual case files, forgotten magazine articles, out-of-print books, and other resources. Please join me as we revisit a pre-gentrification New York - a city where anything could happen - and often did.
*****
Please note:
1. This tour may not be appropriate for young children. Parental guidance is suggested.
2. We will take one short NYC bus ride.
Duration: 2 hours.

Experience 2.5 - 3 hrs of guided second-hand shopping in New York City with a personal shopper! New York is a fashion forward city, known for its stellar vintage shopping, but with so many great stores, it's easy to miss the city's best.

After a friendly meet-up, your guide leads you to to 4+ different second-hand shops, with time to try on, and sends you off with a store map so you can keep shopping like a local.

• Enjoy your guide's personal attention on this small-group tour, capped at 4 shoppers
• Shop unique vintage + resale fashion (size 0 - 10)
• 30 minutes at each location
• Receive 2 online mapped shopping guides: Second-Hand stores | New York Sample Sales
• Hassle free meet-up location in Manhattan
• This shopping tour is available as a private option with flexible dates + start times when booking all 4 spots, and bring 5 people!

**IMPORTANT**
For TEEN + YOUNG ADULT shopping, please see ZTrend's "Teen + Young Adult tour".

Duration: 180 to 210 minutes.

Every Friday + Saturday! Join party people from around the globe, and dive into the heart of NYC's vibrant nightlife with our exclusive pub crawl event featuring four of the city's best bars and clubs, including lower Manhattan’s top-rated multi-level rooftop nightclub. This isn't just any night out—it's the ultimate experience for nightlife enthusiasts.
VIP Treatment: Enjoy exclusive, complimentary VIP entry to some of NYC's most iconic bars and clubs. No cover charges, no waiting in long lines—just seamless access to the best venues.
Exclusive Drink Deals: Benefit from special "pub crawl only" drink deals and free shots at every stop, ensuring your night is as exhilarating as it is memorable.
Rooftop Bliss: Revel in the stunning views and exciting vibes at lower Manhattan's #1 multi-level rooftop nightclub, a highlight of your unforgettable night out.
Space is limited, and demand is high for this exclusive nightlife experience. Your New York City nightlife adventure starts here.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

Create your own sightseeing itinerary with this New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour plus One Attraction!

Your package includes a full Downtown NYC Double Decker bus experience while also allowing you to choose access to one attraction option from a list of key choices.

Choose from the very best attractions in NYC, including:

-Gray Line Escorted 5 hour Tour of Manhattan
-The Edge
-The Museum of Broadway
-Luna Park All Day Wristband
-American Museum of Natural History
- One World Observatory
- Rise NY
- Clipper City Daytime Sail by Manhattan by Sail
- NY Aquarium
- Museum of Modern Art
- The Whitney Museum of American Art
- Guggenheim Museum
- New York Botanical Garden
- Tour of Saint Patrick's Cathedral - Gold Pass
- SpyScape Admission
- All Day Bike Rental by Bike Rent NYC
- Circle Line Liberty Midtown Cruise
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

It's a fun day for the young shopper who is on a budget and enjoys the thrill of the hunt.

Get ready to second-hand shop your way through the city at the best shops for fun and inexpensive clothing!

Young shoppers prefer current trends worn by their peers; renew their wardrobe far more frequently than adults do; are less fussy about fabric content; spends far less on a garment than an adult would.

Experience 2.5 to 3 hours of guided shopping in New York City like a true New Yorker with your guide helping you to select pieces she thinks you may enjoy. We’ll walk approximately 1.5 miles, visit up to 6 second-hand stores, and spend 20 min at each location.

• Enjoy your guide's personal shopping attention

• Groups are capped at shoppers

• Time to try-on clothing

• Receives a complimentary online mapping of 70+ additional stores to shop like a local!

• Hassle-free meet-up location in Manhattan

• Book the first 4 spots to make your shopping experience private.
Duration: 150 to 180 minutes.

Is a hotdog a sandwich?

Discover the answer on this deliciously fun small group walking tour of New York City that offers a fun twist on a typical food tour. Visit eateries that only NYC locals know about and debate whether the burger, taco or hotdog are a sandwich as you feast on three generous sandwich portions. You also discover street art and learn about the history of New York City and the people behind this foodie destination.

· Sandwich-focused food tour of New York

· Get a locals-only perspective on the city's best sandwich shops

· Tour price includes three generous sandwich portions (you won’t go home hungry!)

· A small group means more attention from your guide.
Duration: 2 hours.

The Downtown Loop is a great way to explore Lower Manhattan including popular neighborhoods such as the Union Square, Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho & NoHo, Greenwich Village & the East Village, Chelsea, Financial District. Wander around Wall St. to see the infamous Stock Exchange and Charging Bull, eat your way through Little Italy & Chinatown then shop till you drop at all the high end or boutique stores SoHo is famous for!
To make the most of your adventure, your package includes three attraction add-ons of your choice! No need to choose in advance – you can decide as you go. Choose from the very best attractions in NYC:
- Gray Line Escorted 5 hour Tour
- The Edge
- The Museum of Broadway
- American Museum of Natural History
- One World Observatory
- Rise NY
- NY Aquarium
- Museum of Modern Art
- The Whitney Museum of American Art
- Guggenheim Museum
- SpyScape admission
- Circle Line Liberty Midtown Cruise
And more
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Can’t decide between a bar crawl and a food tour whilst you’re in New York? Then why not join an experience that does both!

On the Beers, Burgers and Buns experience we will do just what the title suggests - drink cold beer (or wine), eat delicious burgers, and bite into some (chicken) buns – as we walk through the fascinating neighborhood of the East Village.

Along the way we’ll visit three unique bars and two dining spots, plus we’ll learn about the fascinating history of New York City – from the prohibition era to today – and hear the stories of the people behind the food and drink you will be enjoying. What more could you ask for?

This experience is only for those 21 years & older. EVERYONE must bring valid ID.

Great for solo travelers, corporate groups and private parties alike.

*Sadly this is not available for vegan and gluten free diets. Sorry!
Duration: 2 hours.

Take a guided walking tour in New York City and taste pizza at three of Manhattan’s top pizzerias along the way! Explore the pizza-dense East Village and find out how a century of culinary evolution produced today's gastronomic galaxy. See century-old brick ovens and classic slice joints that will fill both belly and mind.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Rock out on our walking tour though Greenwich Village.

Visit the venues where Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix launched their careers, and CBGB where punk rock was born with Ramones, Talking Heads, and Blondie.

See the Fillmore East, called the "Church of Rock and Roll” and the Pyramid Club, where music and art converged.

Visit the home where Buddy Holly recorded his last songs before his tragic death.

Step into Andy Warhol's vibrant world at the Exploding Plastic Inevitable, where the Velvet Underground left an indelible mark on the music scene.

Visit the site where Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols met his demise, and the humble apartment where John and Yoko made their first home in New York.

Discover the spots immortalized in classic album covers for Bob Dylan, Ramones, and Led Zeppelin.

This is a must-do tour for any music lover. Book now and join us for a walk down rock and roll history!

Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 3 miles / 4.5 km
Maximum Guests: 6
Duration: 3 hours.

Combine a great food experience and explore New York sights on this 2-hour private food tour. Discover charming East Village and Greenwich Village neighborhoods and see its main attractions and places of interest.

Start your tour at Tompkins Square Park which is saturated with historical events and just after that go for delicious experience and taste artisan coffee and a dessert in one the best coffee places of New York. Continue the tour by visiting distinctive Little Tokyo neighborhood and then see legendary New York University.

Relax at green and calm Father Demo Square and Minetta Garden and stroll along quaint Bleecker Street full of cute stores and historic landmarks. Take your time for shopping and enter numerous food stores on your choice and go on with a lunch at Italian La Lanterna di Vittorio. Finish your tour at lovely Washington Square Park.

Duration: 2 hours.

This walking tour offers a great overview of the many vegan options in the East Village, one of NYC's prime locations for vegan food. The tour is suitable for vegans and non-vegans alike. We will sample at least five different foods, both savory and sweet.

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes.

Visit over 30 locations! East Village is home to many new and classic TV and film locations, from Broad City, Russian Doll and Girl Meets World to HBO’s The Night Of, Law & Order: SVU, When Harry Met Sally – which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and The Godfather: Part II. This private tour offers a new way to experience this unique neighborhood for first-time visitors and residents alike.

● Pose in front of The Puck Building featured in Will & Grace and American Psycho

● Stop at the coffee shop seen in Sex and the City movie and Spider-Man 2

● Explore St. Mark’s Place to see locations from Desperately Seeking Susan, Broad City and Mad Men

● Visit Veneiro's Pastry Shop seen in Curb Your Enthusiasm, Law & Order: SVU and The Village

● Stroll through the park featured in Russian Doll, Die Hard: Wiith a Vengeance, Eat, Pray, Love, The Godfather: Part II, Sesame Street and the Wigstock Drag Festival

● Stop at the iconic deli from When Harry Met Sally and Enchanted

Duration: 2 hours.

This Food Tour is a real guided tour except that several times during the visit you will be offered to taste American culinary specialties.

The objective is to introduce you to six dishes (4 savory and 2 sweet) in six different restaurants and, at the same time, this atypical and historic district of East Village. Industrial and working-class district in the 1950s, then assertive and dangerous in the 1970s and 1980s, it now offers original places combining restaurants, night bars, tattoo shops, music and craft shops ...

Thus, you will be able to apprehend the district of East Village in the light of the explanations of the guide, naturally, but also by tasting dishes which characterize the local cuisine and are in their own way part of history.
Duration: 3 hours.

Travel back to the 1970s, to an East Village when apartments were cheap, Rock was great, and you had to show up in person to buy tickets! We’ll visit the sites of the legendary Fillmore East, the long gone CBGB’s, and The Bottom Line, places that launched the careers of some of the biggest names in music. We’ll also walk to some lesser known, but equally significant, sites where artists honed their craft and first gained a following, places like Club 82, On the Rocks, and Great Gildersleeves. Were you at The Bottom Line in 1975 when Bruce Springsteen first blew the socks off the music world with Born to Run? Or did you see Patti Smith at CBGB’s in 1976 after the release of Horses? What a SHOW! We’ll also revisit some of the legendary shows of The Who and Pink Floyd at the Fillmore East, as well as the New York Dolls at the Mercer Arts Center. Along the way we’ll dip our toe into the world of Disco at the site of Infinity, a dance club destroyed by fire1979.

Tour runs w/confirmation.
Duration: 2 hours.

Our walking tours take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning sights, buildings and places that define our extraordinary city. Led by Dr. Ivan Shumkov, you’ll uncover the hidden gems and fascinating history of the city. Book your own private and tailored NYC architecture excursion or join one of our small-group tours of the art and architecture of New York with fellow enthusiasts. We invite you to plan your private New York Art and Architecture Tour and immerse yourself in this extraordinary city. During each tour, we explore a different area and discuss the history and architecture of its most important buildings and landmarks. Feel free to bring your camera and your sketchbooks if you feel inspired to take pictures and draw sketches.
Duration: 2 to 8 hours.

Toasted Sesame Nutella. Salty Caramel. Honey Comb. Cereal Milk. Peppermint Chocolate. Brooklyn Brown Sugar Chunk. Thai Iced Tea. Earl Gray Tea. Oreo Cookie Dough. Cake Batter. Ginger.
We stop at six different world-class New York City ice cream shops on this 1.5-mile 1.5-hour tour. At each ice cream store, we'll explore the story behind the business and see what makes these frozen desserts unique as you savor every flavor.

You'll learn about an ex-drug dealer who turned his life around through culinary creativity, an ice cream shop that's been passed down in a family through generations, and a translator who found her real calling. A picture is worth a thousand words, but a scoop of ice cream tells a story.

While exploring the East Village we hit the best ice cream shops and taste no fewer than 12 flavors based on a mix of my experience and your interest.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes.

Explore the East Village's diverse and trendy culinary scene - one of the best in Manhattan! You'll enjoy a 4-course progressive meal, with each course served at a different restaurant beginning with two appetizers, an entree and concluding with dessert. Along the way, you'll hear the stories of chefs and restaurant owners as we tell the story of the neighborhood through food!

Instead of visiting a whole bunch of average places with tiny toothpick bites, we visit 3-4 incredible restaurants that not only serve steller food and drinks, but are passionate about storytelling and the guest experience.
Duration: 3 hours.

Jonathan Larson's RENT brought to life! Come visit his iconic New York locations and learn about the East Village.
Duration: 2 hours.

Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of The Smurfs right here in New York! Join us on an exciting tour as we explore the filming locations that brought this magical tale to life against the backdrop of the city that never sleeps.

Right in the heart of Central Park, surrounded by the towering skyline of Manhattan. Standing just three apples high and stuck in the Big Apple, the Smurfs embark on a quest to find their way back home before Gargamel catches up with them. Don't miss your chance to be part of the Smurfs' journey in the city that never sleeps.

Discover the behind-the-scenes details of shooting The Smurfs movie in Manhattan. Explore iconic locations that serve as the backdrop to the Smurfs' adventure. Learn about the magic that unfolded on the streets of New York. Experience the whimsical magic of The Smurfs against the vibrant tapestry of New York!

Duration: 2 hours.

Once considered part of the Lower East Side, the East Village has become a unique part of New York City with its numerous historical buildings, unique architecture, and ethnic foods to name a few. This tour of the East Village will highlight many of these sites from the history of the area to the present day. This has been a key location for numerous immigrants during the past two centuries and offers interesting sites to see. The tour concludes in Tompkins Parks where two key statures will be highlighted.
Duration: 2 hours.