East Village Tours and Tickets

Immerse yourself in the dramatic underworld of New York’s gangland on this fascinating insider’s tour of the Mafia, including stops at authentic, historic local joints for delicious Italian food. We designed this tour with the help of a retired NYPD Detective born and raised in Little Italy. He helped us to create an experience from a true “insider’s perspective” of the East Village NYC mafia stories. Growing up witnessing some of New York’s famous families and having consulted for TV and major film productions on both crime and law enforcement, has contributed to develop this unique tour. Our expert tour guides lead this experience in the East Village & Little Italy, following the footsteps of notorious New York Mobsters! You will visit notorious Mafia and Crime locations, share true crime stories, and eat amazing food from the neighbourhood

Explore New York City’s East Village at one of the spookiest times of day—at night—and hear about famous former residents and those who may have never departed. Prebook your tour tickets ahead of time, and guarantee your spot. A New Yorker bartender guide leads a hair-raising and fact-based walk to 13 haunted sites, from historic pubs to the Public Theater and a subway stop known for its “ghost train.”

If you love TV shows and movies, then you've likely seen the East Village—this New York City neighborhood serves as the backdrop for numerous famous scenes. Visit the actual filming locations for some of Hollywood's biggest movies during this entertainment tour. From the deli in ‘When Harry Met Sally,’ to the Puck Building from ‘American Psycho,’ you’ll get to step into sceneries from some of your favorite movies.

Put the 'big' in the Big Apple by covering a huge swath of Manhattan on this 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour and then gain entry to the sky-high One World Observatory in lower Manhattan. Save your feet and leg muscles by riding comfortably on the double-decker bus, learning about the history of the city as you go, getting off when something strikes your interest. Then head to One World Observatory for a stunning view. Upgrade to a 48-hour 'all loops' ticket to see even more.

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!

Discover the best eats in the East Village and Greenwich Village neighborhoods of New York City on a private food and walking tour. Check out the main attractions of each district and hear interesting historical tidbits in between frequent stops for tastings at top eateries.

Follow in the footsteps of rock ‘n’ roll greats—and discover a different side of the East Village—on this small-group walking tour. In the afternoon, meet your music expert guide in the heart of the neighborhood, and set off on foot. In addition to seeing the locations of once-legendary venues like CBGB, you’ll hear stories about musicians like Patti Smith and Bruce Springsteen, and will learn more about New York’s rich music history.

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.

New York City is a haven for ice cream lovers, and this East Village walking tour will take you to sample some of the city’s best frozen treats. You’ll visit a variety of neighborhood institutions, from national indie chains to historic local favorites, and even a non-profit ice cream shop. Along the way, you’ll learn the stories of the shops’ founders while trying flavors you might not have ever considered.

New York City is a shopping paradise, with a bounty of choices for vintage fashion lovers. Skip right to the good stuff on this guided tour of the city’s best vintage and fashion resale shops with a shopping expert. Get a local's view of the city while walking and taking buses or subways between locations, and pop in to shop at several different second-hand stores. You will receive a printout of my exclusive mapped guide, revealing an additional 120+

This small-group walking tour of New York City offers a fun twist on the typical regional food tour by focusing entirely on sandwiches. Visit eateries that only NYC locals know about and debate the question "what is a sandwich?" Feast on three half-sandwiches while learning all about the history of the ubiquitous food format. You also discover street art and learn about the history of New York City.

Visit up to six vintage and second-hand shops during this guided New York City shopping crawl. Specially designed for teenage girls, the tour will visit lesser-known local boutiques that only New Yorkers know. Get a peek at popular landmarks along the way, including the Flatiron Building and the five-story Michael Jackson mural in the East Village.

Take a guided walking tour of New York City’s East Village neighborhood and taste pizza at Manhattan’s top pizzerias along the way. See centuries-old brick ovens and visit classic slice joints. There is no set route; the guide will curate the tour based on your group. The tour price includes three slices of pizza.

Known as New York's Bohemian hub, the East Village is not only a cultural hotspot, but a foodie's dream destination. On this culinary-themed tour, discover some of the best food in the East Village as you follow your guide to enjoy a complete, four-course meal, with each course served in a different eatery. Along the way, hear all about the local chefs and restaurateurs, and discover why the New Yorkers love dining downtown.

Immerse yourself in New York City’s history on this guided walking tour of historic bars and taverns. You’ll visit some of the oldest pubs in the city while discussing critical moments in New York history, like abolitionism, women’s suffrage, the temperance movement, and the Prohibition era. Soak up the atmosphere at each stop with a drink and some classic bar snacks as well.

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.

Explore the NYC sites that inspired the hit Broadway musical “Rent” on this walking tour. Instead of researching and finding the locations yourself, let a guide lead you to the places in the East Village where the show was born and locations used in the 2005 movie, all while telling stories of the musical's making that you’d likely never hear otherwise. Perfect for fans of “Rent” and stage musicals.

In addition to the street art, this tour offers a great look at of some of Brooklyn's nicest and most famous neighborhoods, Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO, Williamsburg and Bushwick. The art featured at the Collective is breaktaking, in its size and scope as well as the diversity of talent on display. The Bushwick must-see for people who appreciate street art. If Manhattan has become a little too "Disney-fied" to raise your passions, you'll find the world famous NYC grit on full display here. Please also be assured we'll stay on bike lanes and I've mapped this out for maximum comfort and safety.