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Brooklyn is famous for its bold and bright street art, but it’s not easy to know where to find these creative works. With this walking tour of the Bushwick neighborhood, take in the diversity and culture of the neighborhood’s urban street artists. Check out massive murals and intricate designs as you take to the streets to learn how Brooklyn’s best can turn anything with a surface into a stunning work of public art.

This walking tour through Brooklyn's trendy Williamsburg neighborhood offers a brief look at Brooklyn history and its influence on contemporary culture, with an insider guide leading the way. Meet-up just steps from the subway, and begin your adventure uncovering trends and traditions—from the urban street art scene to hip local businesses. Venture past historical buildings, chic boutiques, and neighborhood cafés reflecting the area's laid-back vibe. Then be sure to capture the iconic Manhattan skyline from the scenic Brooklyn waterfront.

Immerse yourself in the one-of-a-kind ambiance of Williamsburg, Brooklyn—and seek out some of its coolest addresses and street art landmarks as you go—on this self-led smartphone walking tour and scavenger hunt. Upon booking, download the app and access your tour at a time that works best for you. Follow the clues, and solve games and puzzles, all while exploring the neighborhood and learning more about its cultural offerings.

Explore Brooklyn by motorcycle sidecar with this private tour. Meet your guide at Water Street in Dumbo and climb aboard a motorcycle sidecar for a fast-paced tour. Maximize time in Brooklyn with an itinerary that includes the leafy neighborhood of Brooklyn Heights, a ride across the Brooklyn Bridge, and views of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. See street art and learn about the culture of NYC during this private excursion.

Discover Brooklyn’s hip street art scene—and visit some of its coolest neighborhoods—on this small-group tour. In the morning, meet your guide in the Bushwick neighborhood, which is renowned for its edgy art scene (and where murals and graffiti from national and international artists can be viewed). Next, hop the subway to neighboring Williamsburg, and soak up the area’s creative energy.

Get a taste for Brooklyn's food culture as you visit some of its tasty eateries and small food shops during this small-group walking tour. Come hungry and join your guide for a walking expedition that includes stops for tastings at an eclectic range of ethnic eateries and foodie hotspots. During your walk, you have the chance to sample sweet and savory delights, and visit diverse establishments, from artisanal cooking shops to long-standing Middle Eastern markets.

Immerse yourself in Brooklyn’s one-of-a-kind ambiance, and get an overview of its destination-worthy neighborhoods, on a small-group bicycle tour of the borough. Choose from several departure times, and meet your guide in DUMBO—right below the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges. Explore the Brooklyn Navy Yard and Williamsburg, see Fort Greene Park and Prospect Park, explore Carroll Gardens and Cobble Hill, and pause for refreshments at local, artisanal eateries.

Williamsburg, Brooklyn is a go-to locale for travelers that want to explore the cultural hub of New York City. If you know where to look, it's also a prime destination for some classic Brooklyn cuisine. With this tour, discover the up-and-coming neighborhood with a foodie guide. Stroll through Williamsburg's charming streets, stop at several eateries, and enjoy some of the Big Apple's most famous dishes, like bagels, pizza, and classic deli.

The food and drink choices in Brooklyn can be overwhelming, but foodies that explore this bustling borough with a guide can eat and drink the best of the best. With this tour, indulge in some of Brooklyn's best cuisine. You can try New American, Middle Eastern, and Italian food including pastries, cheese, and bread. Listen to commentary on the culinary history of the neighborhood and New York City as you go, and even take home a map so you can continue independently.

Experience Brooklyn like a local on a cycling tour through the borough’s hippest neighborhoods, including tough-to-reach areas that visitors often miss. Avoid the stress of navigating on your own as you follow a guide to popular landmarks and hidden gems, including breweries and eateries to rest and refuel. Photo stops and complimentary tastings along the way make this a popular choice for active New York visitors.

Discover the cultural delights and delectable bites of Brooklyn on a culinary walking tour of the Williamsburg neighborhood. Delve into the rich culinary history of the area with your guide, visiting iconic eateries to sample treats like homemade ice cream and what is considered the best pizza in Brooklyn. Pleasure your palate with tastings interspersed with vibrant street art and panoramic vistas of New York’s globally renowned skyline.

Experience the joy of the season and see the legendary Christmas lighting displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn on this walking tour of the neighborhood. This residential area is known for its decked-out homes and light displays. Learn about the neighborhood tradition from your guide as you take in the sights and sounds.

Get the full Brooklyn experience as you embark on a street art walk that includes a tasting tour. Join a small group and explore the DUMBO district, taking the murals, artisan shops, and historic warehouses. Learn how the area has changed over the last 50 years and take in the views of all three bridges that connect Brooklyn to Manhattan from a rooftop bar.

Arts enthusiasts that want to understand New York's art world shouldn't miss the chance to delve into the city's vibrant street art culture, with a guide to help uncover this underground scene. Discover the often hard to access world of street art on this half-day private walking tour. See some of the best street art in the city, from underground graffiti to street art collectives, with a personal guide to lead the way.

Art enthusiasts that want a taste of New York's underground art world can skip the museums and opt for this artsy bike tour, where you explore Brooklyn by bicycle. From Bushwick to Fort Greene, Williamsburg to DUMBO, you can follow your guide across Brooklyn to enjoy street art and waterfront vistas. Highlights include the Bushwick Collective murals, Brooklyn Navy Yard exhibitions, and the towering edifice of the old Domino Sugar Factory.

Get an insider’s perspective on the thriving waterfront arts district of DUMBO during this small-group walking tour. Explore the neighborhood with a local arts expert, combining photo-ready views with an in-depth overview of the evolving Brooklyn hotspot. Highlights include stops at Brooklyn Bridge Park and Manhattan Bridge, a stroll through Brooklyn Flea and Time Out markets, and a local artist studio visit.

New York City is one of the great art capitals of the world but some of the most jaw-dropping artwork you’ll find won’t be inside a museum or gallery, rather, it will be displayed right along the sidewalks. This tour takes you through several New York City neighborhoods while showcasing the diversity of the city’s various cultures through its art.

Enjoy a private vintage shopping experience, and see local street art, with this private guided tour around Bushwick, Brooklyn. Your guide will provide personalized styling services with your stated goals in mind to make the most of your time together. Includes three shopping stops and a visit to the Bushwick Collective Street Art Murals.

Traverse the history and culture of the boroughs of Brooklyn and Queens on this half-day, guided street art and graffiti tour. Travel on foot and by subway to learn about the socio-economic, political, and cultural events that inspired artist’s creations and shaped each neighborhood. Appreciate these incredible works, understand the process of making street art, and learn the difference between tagging, bombing, murals, and street art.

Bushwick has long enjoyed a reputation as a prime destination for the world’s most illustrious street artists to leave their mark. Residential, commercial, and industrial buildings have all served as large-scale canvases for muralists to engage with the history, sites, and people of one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in Brooklyn. However, residents and visitors don't always have easy access to basic information regarding any given work of art, such as artist biography, artistic motivation, or how the content and graffiti style relate to local architecture and the community's rich past. This carefully curated and independently researched walking tour is designed to provide greater context surrounding key works of contemporary art while introducing guests to local establishments. This 1.5-hour tour offers in-depth information presented in a fun, engaging way. Unlike other tours, we'll be focusing on a small number of murals, allowing us to dissect the symbolism and meaning as a group.

Want to explore the many museums and galleries in NYC, but aren’t sure where to start? Have Private Picassos take you on a kid-friendly guided tour of the Brooklyn Museum. Afterwards we'll lead you through a sketching session inspired by the masterpieces just viewed. Tours are available 5 days a week, can be focused on specific artists, artistic periods or themes and are available for groups between 1-6 students.

Enjoy a unique sightseeing experience around Brooklyn and Tribeca with this private sightseeing tour by sidecar. Explore DUMBO, Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn Heights, and Red Hook before riding over the Brooklyn Bridge to Tribeca. Ride behind your driver or in the sidecar, which comes with WiFi, charging ports, and Bluetooth-enabled helmets for easy communication.

Get to know the borough of Brooklyn with an introductory walking tour. Meet your guide and set out on a sightseeing stroll focused on Brooklyn’s popular music and movies. Hear stories about local culture as you walk past neighborhood landmarks like the Biggie Mural and Fulton Street Mall. Learn about Brooklyn’s authors, artists, and musicians over the decades during this tour.