Scott's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Iconic symbol of the Big Apple the Brooklyn Bridge has stood for almost 150 years as a monumental achievement in science and art.
1505 locals recommend
Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge PromenadeIconic symbol of the Big Apple the Brooklyn Bridge has stood for almost 150 years as a monumental achievement in science and art.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
334 Furman StParkland and greenway we will enjoy during the tour.
Dual reflection pools built on the footprints of the original twin towers commemorate those lost on 9/11. Memorial museum, performing arts center and 1 WTC observatory are nearby.
Ground Zero
Dual reflection pools built on the footprints of the original twin towers commemorate those lost on 9/11. Memorial museum, performing arts center and 1 WTC observatory are nearby.
Iconic shot of the Manhattan Bridge you already recognize from social media.
28 locals recommend
Dumbo - Manhattan Bridge View
39-21 Washington StIconic shot of the Manhattan Bridge you already recognize from social media.
Runs most of the western edge of Manhattan, can be a pleasant route for walking or biking north or south.
Hudson River Greenway, New York, NY, USA
Runs most of the western edge of Manhattan, can be a pleasant route for walking or biking north or south.
A must see in NYC. Truly unique reimagining of a post-industrial space. Can be reached by Hudson River Park from tour end. The distance is 3 miles (5 km) but a very pleasant stroll in the riverside park on a nice day.
2323 locals recommend
The High Line Park
A must see in NYC. Truly unique reimagining of a post-industrial space. Can be reached by Hudson River Park from tour end. The distance is 3 miles (5 km) but a very pleasant stroll in the riverside park on a nice day.
Little Island
West 13th StreetCombine this with a trip to the adjacent High Line park.
Food scene
Juliana's
19 Old Fulton StBest pizza in NYC.
Second best pizza in NYC. Well worth it if the line at Julianna’s is too long.
180 locals recommend
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
1 Front StSecond best pizza in NYC. Well worth it if the line at Julianna’s is too long.
Incredible food, great views, warm service. Pricey ($160 for a 3-course prefix as of 9/21, less expensive brunch), but money well spent if you are looking to treat yourself to an evening to remember.
72 locals recommend
The River Café
1 Water StreetIncredible food, great views, warm service. Pricey ($160 for a 3-course prefix as of 9/21, less expensive brunch), but money well spent if you are looking to treat yourself to an evening to remember.
Inexpensive, delicious Italian. Charming ambiance and service. My first choice in my neighborhood.
32 locals recommend
River Deli
32 Joralemon StInexpensive, delicious Italian. Charming ambiance and service. My first choice in my neighborhood.
My foodie guests all ask about this place. It is the first ever Michelin starred Ramen restaurant in the world.
Tsuta Dumbo
My foodie guests all ask about this place. It is the first ever Michelin starred Ramen restaurant in the world.
A short walk from where the tour begins and ends is NYC’s Chinatown. If you’re a fan of the food before or after the tour is a good time to visit this bustling neighborhood.
497 locals recommend
Chinatown
A short walk from where the tour begins and ends is NYC’s Chinatown. If you’re a fan of the food before or after the tour is a good time to visit this bustling neighborhood.
Hop Lee
My personal favorite Chinatown spot.
Fun and sexy speakeasy in an old train tunnel. Opened only on Friday and Saturday.
15 locals recommend
Le Boudoir
135 Atlantic AveFun and sexy speakeasy in an old train tunnel. Opened only on Friday and Saturday.
Shopping
An impressive new transportation hub and retail space by world famous Spanish architect Salvator Calavatra.
Every Saturday and Sunday morning vintage retailers gather to offer clothes, furniture and tchotchkes under the Manhattan Bridge and the closed streets of DUMBO. Plan to enjoy lunch as food vendors offer a variety of local ethnic treats.
110 locals recommend
Brooklyn Flea
51 N 6th StEvery Saturday and Sunday morning vintage retailers gather to offer clothes, furniture and tchotchkes under the Manhattan Bridge and the closed streets of DUMBO. Plan to enjoy lunch as food vendors offer a variety of local ethnic treats.
An impressive new transportation hub and retail space by world famous Spanish architect Salvator Calavatra.
24 locals recommend
Oculus Center
185 Greenwich StAn impressive new transportation hub and retail space by world famous Spanish architect Salvator Calavatra.
Upscale shops and Time Out Food Market inhabit this beautifully renovated 1869 warehouse.
7 locals recommend
Empire Stores
53-83 Water StUpscale shops and Time Out Food Market inhabit this beautifully renovated 1869 warehouse.
Rooftop bars
cloudM New York Bowery
189 BoweryWalker Hotel Tribeca
The Ready Rooftop Bar
YOTEL New York
West 42nd StreetGansevoort Rooftop