New York City Boroughs Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Harlem's rich cultural heritage
- Discover the Bronx's iconic Yankee Stadium
- Experience Queens' diverse culinary scene
- Stroll through Brooklyn's historic neighborhoods
- Visit Coney Island's famous boardwalk and beach
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Harlem, Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, and Coney Island
- Transportation between boroughs
- Local insights and historical context
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
Pass by: 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.
You will receive a brief explanation from the outside of the theater
Pass by: 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
This place pays tribute to the legendary rapper Big Pun, known as Christopher Rios. The works of art on the walls will surprise you
Pass by: 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.
Pass by: 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.
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).
Pass by: We will cross this bridge to Brooklyn
Pass by: 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.
Pass by: 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.
We stay here for 20 minutes, under the Brooklyn Bridge
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.
Pass by: Legendary Nathan’s restaurant, you can taste their hot dogs, fries and house hamburgers, among other dishes
Pass by: Enjoy the sea breeze
Pass by: Amusement park opened in 2010 where Astroland was located. Only included if the option of Conney Island is selected.
Pass by: The New York Aquarium is the oldest operating aquarium opened in Castle Garden in Battery Park, 1896.
Pass by: Finally, you’ll head back over the East River, passing by the historic Brooklyn Bridge, on your return into Manhattan.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Some areas may have limited accessibility; contact the operator for specific concerns.
- Food and drinks are not included; plan to purchase meals during the tour.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring diverse neighborhoods.
- Bring a camera to capture the iconic landmarks and street art.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for outdoor activities.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 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.
Traveler reviews
Hours of Fun, History & Energy – Jorge Made This Tour Unforgettable!
We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Amigo Tours, and Jorge made the entire day unforgettable. For 7 hours straight he kept the group entertained, informed, and engaged with nonstop stories, history, humor, and local insight. He honestly reminded me of a Spanish Casey Kasem with the smooth delivery and great personality. Jorge’s demeanor was excellent the entire tour. Friendly, organized, patient, and genuinely passionate about what he does. The tour never felt rushed or boring, and that’s impressive for such a full day experience. As a travel agent, I’m always looking for quality experiences I can confidently recommend to my clients, and this one absolutely earned a spot on my recommendation list. We loved it and will definitely be booking clients with Amigo Tours in the future. Highly recommend!
Awesome time
Luis the tour guide and Oscar the driver were a great team. Luis was very knowledgeable. He shared lots of history and gave us an awesome experience. Luis was very personable, you could tell he truly cared about people. It was my husband's birthday. He was very happy with his experience. We would definitely recommend Luis as a tour guide. And we would request him if we do another. It did rain & Coney Island was not the same experience it could have been. We will be talking about the experience for years.
Go outside Manhattan
This is a great tour to go beyond Manhattan. Our guide shared important history about each borough. I've been to NYC many times. This tour allowed to learn much more about the surrounding areas.
This is an amazing tour!
This was an exceptional tour! Such a wonderful, in-depth look at the city of New York as a whole, and the unique boroughs individually! Our tour guide Louis was funny, knowledgeable, and kind. A+ experience!
Disappointed and Left Behind
Everything was great until I was left behind in Brooklyn. I think since there was no checking in on who was going onto Coney Island or who calling Brooklyn their last stop. I was one who had paid to go onto Coney Island but was left behind. The tour guide did not ask us nor did he give us his cell number in case something happened. There were multiple stops on this tour and I was on time getting back on the bus at each stop. I desperately tried to reach Viator and Amigo Tours with no luck. I've sent messages to customer service and get no response from either company. All they want are reviews but lack in customer service. I think there is a failed process when some people stay on a tour to the end and others get off the tour sooner. I had to navigate through Brooklyn which I did not know at all and get over to lower Manhattan and figure out multiple subway rides to get back to my hotel. I should have at the minimum gotten a refund for the portion I paid for to get to Coney Island. But like I said no response from either tour company