Best Walking & Food Tours in New York City

Small-group walks are the fastest way to make an unfamiliar neighborhood feel like yours.

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NYC: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 6 Flavorful Dishes

4.9 ★3,513 reviews· 3 hours

On our Secret Food Tour: Chinatown and Little Italy, you'll experience New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods. Get ready to experience the rich history, traditions, and flavors of New York City's most internationally recognized ethnic neighborhoods. Our 5-star cultural and gastronomic adventure promises to be an experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the city and its d

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Highest confidence-weighted score here: 4.9 across 3,513 reviews.

Best value

SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York

4.9 ★3,349 reviews· 2 hours

Embark on a walking tour with ExperienceFirst and delve into the most captivating neighborhoods of New York City in one day. Explore the Cast Iron Historic District in SoHo, admiring 19th-century architecture. In Little Italy, uncover the stories of notorious mobster John Gotti at significant mob sites. Then, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Chinatown. This tour offers a fascinating

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Lowest indicative starting price among the strongly rated options in this list (4.9★).

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New York City Mafia and Local Food Tour led by NYPD Guides

4.9 ★1,543 reviews· 3h 30m

Begins either 4:30PM or 5:15PM. Why us? We LIVED this firsthand. Born & raised in Little Italy - or cops who worked the streets here - 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 the mafia ruled with a real resident and meet other

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Highest indicative price point, with review volume to back it up.

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NYC: Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour with 6 Flavorful Dishes

4.9 ★3,513 reviews· 3 hours

On our Secret Food Tour: Chinatown and Little Italy, you'll experience New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods. Get ready to experience the rich history, traditions, and flavors of New York City's most internationally recognized ethnic neighborhoods. Our 5-star cultural and gastronomic adventure promises to be an experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the city and its d

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SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York

4.9 ★3,349 reviews· 2 hours

Embark on a walking tour with ExperienceFirst and delve into the most captivating neighborhoods of New York City in one day. Explore the Cast Iron Historic District in SoHo, admiring 19th-century architecture. In Little Italy, uncover the stories of notorious mobster John Gotti at significant mob sites. Then, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Chinatown. This tour offers a fascinating

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A piping hot Italian tasting!

Original NYC Food Tour of Chinatown & Little Italy- 8 tastings

5.0 ★2,336 reviews· 3 hours

The original food tour of Little Italy and Chinatown since 2009 explores the tastes and history of two diverse NYC neighborhoods. The delicious food tastings range from delicious dumplings to a sit-down authentic Italian meal. This tour offers quite a bit of food tastings leaving the guests fully satisfied. This woman owned and operated business ensures that animated and friendly guides allow t

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NYC: Greenwich Village Food Tour with 6 Locals Favorites Dishes

5.0 ★1,926 reviews· 3 hours

Experience the ultimate New York City food tour in historic Greenwich Village. Led by a local expert, you’ll explore Manhattan’s most iconic neighborhood, famous for its bohemian roots and vibrant culinary scene. This top-rated NYC walking tour takes you behind the scenes to discover where locals eat, combining neighborhood history with the city’s most legendary flavors. Enjoy six authentic tasti

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Greenwich Village Food Tour: 6 Tastings + Iconic Sites

5.0 ★1,687 reviews· 3 hours

Six tastings, twelve guests, three hours, and one guide who actually lives here. You'll eat your way down Bleecker and MacDougal through the falafel counter, the pizza window, and the fry shop that locals line up for, and finish it off with delicious cupcakes. You will explore the most iconic streets and hidden corners of Greenwich Village on this guided walking tour through one of New York City

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New York City Mafia and Local Food Tour led by NYPD Guides

4.9 ★1,543 reviews· 3h 30m

Begins either 4:30PM or 5:15PM. Why us? We LIVED this firsthand. Born & raised in Little Italy - or cops who worked the streets here - 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 the mafia ruled with a real resident and meet other

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See the Vessel & Hudson Yards! We end here!

Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour

4.9 ★1,008 reviews· 3 hours

Embark on a culinary journey through New York City's Chelsea Market and beyond. This expertly guided tour blends mouth-watering flavors with a commitment to supporting local artisans and sustainable practices. Explore iconic locations and indulge in diverse dishes that showcase NYC’s vibrant gastronomic scene. Why You’ll Love This Tour: Diverse Stops: Enjoy selections from Takumi Taco, Joey Bats,

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The Story Of Lower East Side's Food Culture

Lower East Side Food Tour: Iconic Eats & NYC History Walking Tour

4.8 ★1,070 reviews· 3 hours

Join this 3-hour New York City walking tour to sample the best ethnic foods in the Lower East Side. But this experience includes much more than sampling delicious foods, as you’ll learn about the history of the dishes, establishments, sites, and people along the way from your guide.

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Sex and the City Hotspots Tour

Sex and the City Hotspots Bus Tour NYC

4.5 ★1,324 reviews· 3h 30m

Step into the world of Sex and the City on this guided NYC bus tour featuring the show, movie and Just Like That's most iconic filming locations. Follow in the footsteps of Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda as you visit the bars, boutiques, and neighborhoods that brought the series to life — from Fifth Avenue to the West Village and the Meatpacking District. Led by a local actor guide, thi

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