NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney

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New York City, USA

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7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish

Overview

Ranked among the Top 50 Tours Worldwide in 2024 by Cool New York City ’s Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best of the Best.

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!

What's Included

  • Visit to the beach
  • Transportation from meeting point with Shared Tour
  • Guide exclusively in English or Spanish
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10170, USA

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Meeting point

East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10170, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Coney Island Beach
Brooklyn, NY, USA

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What To Expect

Harlem (Pass By)

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.
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Apollo Theater

You will receive a brief explanation from the outside of the theater
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bronx (Pass By)

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
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Big Pun Mural

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

Bronx–Whitestone Bridge (Pass By)

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.
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Queens (Pass By)

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.
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Flushing Meadows Corona Park

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).
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Koscuiuszko Bridge (Pass By)

We will cross this bridge to Brooklyn
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Brooklyn (Pass By)

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.
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Williamsburg (Pass By)

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.
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Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View

We stay here for 20 minutes, under the Brooklyn Bridge
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Coney Island

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. For clients going to Coney Island, only if the weather and itinerary allow, you can enjoy a quick swim, we recommend bringing swimming suitsIf you prefer, you can end the tour at this point and enjoy the incredible Coney Island for more time on your own.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Nathan's Famous (Pass By)

Legendary Nathan’s restaurant, you can taste their hot dogs, fries and house hamburgers, among other dishes
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Brighton Beach (Pass By)

Enjoy the sea breeze
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Luna Park in Coney Island (Pass By)

Amusement park opened in 2010 where Astroland was located. Only included if the option of Conney Island is selected.
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New York Aquarium (Pass By)

The New York Aquarium is the oldest operating aquarium opened in Castle Garden in Battery Park, 1896.
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Brooklyn Bridge (Pass By)

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

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bus drivers are not required to provide them and the activity provider will not be responsible if you are unable to access the bus. To ensure that your child has a seat, you must bring your own, or inform the activity provider well in advance
  • For clients going to Coney Island, only if the weather and itinerary allow, you can enjoy a quick swim, we recommend bringing swimming suits.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.66 out of 5 stars based on 2,507 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Visit to the beach
  • Transportation from meeting point with Shared Tour
  • Guide exclusively in English or Spanish
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • New York State law requires that all children be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they are 8 years old. Starting November 1, 2019, all children under 2 years old must ride in a rear-facing car seat.
  • Bus drivers are not required to provide them and the activity provider will not be responsible if you are unable to access the bus. To ensure that your child has a seat, you must bring your own, or inform the activity provider well in advance
  • For clients going to Coney Island, only if the weather and itinerary allow, you can enjoy a quick swim, we recommend bringing swimming suits.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).

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