Boroughs of NYC: Harlem, Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn & Coney Island

Hear the stories of the people that have lived there and the histories that made these spots as special as they are.

This panoramic tour takes you to a number of iconic landmarks you’ll recognize from film history’s most memorable movies.That’s out on Coney Island.

Beyond getting photos that you’ll treasure for years, this is a chance to take a walk off the beaten path and experience the New York that real New Yorkers know.

For a tour that takes you behind-the-scenes of some of the most interesting boroughs in New York, book your NYC Boroughs tour today and enjoy with our guided bus tour!

Itinerary
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Pass By: Harlem, 110th to 150th streets, New York City, NY

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.

Stop At: Apollo Theater, 253 W 125th St, New York City, NY 10027-4408

You will receive a brief explanation from the outside of the theater

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Bronx, Bronx, New York

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

Stop At: Big Pun Mural, 910 Rogers Pl, Bronx, NY 10459, USA

This place pays tribute to the legendary rapper Big Pun, known as Christopher Rios. The works of art on the walls will surprise you

Duration: 10 minutes

Pass By: Bronx–Whitestone Bridge, Interstate 678, Bronx, NY

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: Queens, Queens, New York

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.



Stop At: Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Between Grand Central Pkwy and, Van Wyck Exp, Flushing, NY 11368

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).

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Koscuiuszko Bridge, Brooklyn Queens Expy, Brooklyn, NY 11211

We will cross this bridge to Brooklyn

Pass By: Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York

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: Crown Heights, West-Central Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY

Viewing the neighborhoods of Crown Heights, home to one of the largest Hasidic Jewish communities outside of Israel, alongside a younger, gentrifying non-Jewish population

Pass By: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY

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.

Stop At: Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View, 39 Washington St # 21, Brooklyn, NY 11201-1028

We stay here for 20 minutes, under the Brooklyn Bridge

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Coney Island, Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224

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.

If you prefer, you can end the tour at this point and enjoy the incredible Coney Island for more time on your own.


Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Nathan's Famous, 1310 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224, USA

Legendary Nathan’s restaurant, you can taste their hot dogs, fries and house hamburgers, among other dishes

Pass By: Brighton Beach, Brightwater Ave East of Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY 11235

Enjoy the sea breeze

Pass By: Luna Park in Coney Island, 1000 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224-2811

Amusement park opened in 2010 where Astroland was located. Only included if the option of Conney Island is selected.

Pass By: New York Aquarium, 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224-3452

The New York Aquarium is the oldest operating aquarium opened in Castle Garden in Battery Park, 1896.


Pass By: Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY 10038, USA

Finally, you’ll head back over the East River, passing by the historic Brooklyn Bridge, on your return into Manhattan.

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.