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Food & Street Photography of Chinatown and the Lower East Side

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Chinatown is one of the most unique neighborhoods in America.
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Overview

Designed for photographers and artists, this is an unscripted wander through Chinatown and the Lower East Side that highlights the gritty beauty of NYC.

Making time to shoot photos and look around, we'll also eat at a few quick spots, so that you can get a feel for the area's incredible food scene, and keep your energy up for exploring.

This is a wander more than a tour. We don't follow a scripted route. We take input from the licensed and experienced NYC guide, group, and city to make each experience memorable and unique.

See the city with fresh eyes, illuminating subtle details that unravel big themes about the neighborhoods, the city, and the world.

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What's Included

  • Lunch Delicious food from 4-5 quality spots. You’ll be full!
  • Bottled water
  • Smaller group size. Others cap at 12-16 people, we cap at 8-10
  • Alcoholic Beverages Beer/wine/cocktails as well as coffee and soft drinks available at many stops, but are not included
  • Gratuity not included. Never expected, always appreciated
  • No headsets, microphones, umbrellas or 'branding' so we don't stand out as a tour group.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Baxter Street
New York, NY 10013, USA

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

End point

East 1st St &
1st Avenue, New York, NY 10003, USA

Our end-point varies, but we always end close to the subway.

What To Expect

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Canal Street

SAMPLE ITINERARY! Our route changes every day to keep it fresh and unique. We meet at Canal Street and explore some of its colorful swirling eddies of commerce and creativity .
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kam Hing Coffee Shop

We might grab a delicious sponge cake from the Legendary Kam Hing.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Columbus Park

Formerly the slums of Five Points, where The Old Brewery was said to host a murder every night for 15 years, Columbus Park is now an intensely vibrant public space.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mei Lai Wah

Sometimes we grab a delicious pineapple pork bun from the ever-busy Mei Lai Wah. We'll skip the line, then slip around the corner to take photos on Elizabeth Street and Bowery.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Doyers Street

The pedestrian block at the heart of Chinatown, Doyers Street has a storied history, some of Chinatown's top restaurants and great photo ops.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Henry Street

East Broadway and the parallel East Broadway are some of the most visually stunning streets in the city, with poppin' graffiti, signage, architecture, and infrastructure. We'll wander through the area, and hit one or more of the great nearby eateries.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jin Mei Dumpling

The best pan-fried dumplings in Manhattan? Probably. We'll eat 'em on Henry Street.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Cabron Taqueria

We might grab a taco and beer at this outstanding hole in the wall joint.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Pickle Guys

There used to be lots of pickling joints on Essex Street. Now there's just one and it's awesome. They pickle all sorts of stuff under strict rabbinical supervision.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Manhattan Bridge

Under the Manhattan Bridge on the Manhattan side is one of the most sublime places in New York, with amazing graffiti and shops grafting themselves to the bridge's massive footings.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Freeman Alley

One of the most visually stunning places in New York City, this alley is a collaborative art project between hundreds of artists from around the world. Epic.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Economy Candy

3 generations of the Cohen family having been making smiles since the 1930s. This place is just a joy and a delight. You've gotta be a sourpuss not to love it!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

First Park

We end at or near First Park, where there's a subway station, and tons to look at it right near by.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Food & Street Photography of Chinatown and the Lower East Side?

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 (EDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Food & Street Photography of Chinatown and the Lower East Side?
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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 (EDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Lunch. Delicious food from 4-5 quality spots. You’ll be full!.
  • Bottled water.
  • Smaller group size. Others cap at 12-16 people, we cap at 8-10.
  • Follow-up materials with undercover tips and tricks for exploring NYC.
  • Friendly, licensed, and professional NYC Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Alcoholic Beverages. Beer/wine/cocktails as well as coffee and soft drinks available at many stops, but are not included.
  • Gratuity not included. Never expected, always appreciated.
  • No headsets, microphones, umbrellas or 'branding' so we don't stand out as a tour group.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 18..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Food & Street Photography of Chinatown and the Lower East Side is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Food & Street Photography of Chinatown and the Lower East Side will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • LunchDelicious food from 4-5 quality spots. You’ll be full!
  • Bottled water
  • Smaller group size. Others cap at 12-16 people, we cap at 8-10
  • Follow-up materials with undercover tips and tricks for exploring NYC
  • Friendly, licensed, and professional NYC Guide
  • Alcoholic BeveragesBeer/wine/cocktails as well as coffee and soft drinks available at many stops, but are not included
  • Gratuity not included. Never expected, always appreciated
  • No headsets, microphones, umbrellas or 'branding' so we don't stand out as a tour group.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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