Lower East Side Bagel Tour

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Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Fresh Bagel to start the tour
Professional guide
Food tasting

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Overview

Take in the sights, mesmerizing aromas, and mouthwatering noshes of the Lower East Side as you are guided through this historic neighborhood where eating great food is a tradition. Since the early 1800’s, this area has been home to immigrants starting a new life in America who have made key cultural, economic, and epicurean contributions to New York City.

Meeting points

Departure Point: Lower East Side, Manhattan Address: Yonah Shimmel's Knish Bakery 137 East Houston Street New York, New York 10002 Directions: Take the F train to 2nd Avenue Station. Take the M15 bus to Allen and Houston Street Dates: Sunday and Wednesday

End point

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Return point: Tour ends at Kossar's Bialy Bakery 367 Grand Street (off of Essex Street) New York, New York 10002

Itinerary

Lower East Side

This is a walking tour of the Lower East Side of New York.
Economy Candy

Famous establishments to be visited with mouth watering nosh/tastes are Yonah Shimmel's Knish Bakery, Russ & Daughters, Katz's Deli, Economy Candy, The Essex Street Retail Market, The Pickle Guy and Kossar's Bialys.
The Pickle Guys

See historic synagogues, museums and historic markers of what made this neighborhood a legend throughout New York City and America. Remember, all tour participants start off with a fresh bagel! - The Iconic Symbol of New York!

Additional Info

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 10 years old
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Dress code is smart casual

Free Cancellation

April 26100% refund

April 27No refund

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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Excellent, thoughtful and enjoyable tour

Published on Jan, 2024

As a guide, Ben was great -- he had a lovely blend of personal knowledge of the area and well-researched history. The pace of the walk was really good: a combination of indoors and out doors. Thanks to Ben, the Lower East Side came alive for us, with all its cultures and resilience. Highly recommended!

You couldn't have a better experience than this tour of the Lower Eat Side

Published on Jan, 2024

Ben is the best! If you need to know about the Lower East Side's history, he's your guy. Ben is smart, very well-informed and his tour is beautifully organized to cover the neighborhood with lots of fun (and delicious) stops. We had a great time and learned so much. Thank you, Ben!

You don't want to miss the hidden history of the Lower East Side!

Published on Dec, 2023

I learned a lot from Ben's tour! He pointed out so many things I would have missed going to the neighborhood without a guide, and he had great stories, too, which really brought the history alive. Highly recommend!

Good food and great hidden gems

Published on Aug, 2023

We certainly enjoyed the food - bagels, pickles, bialys and Katz's pastrami - but what was more interesting was the history of the lower east side. Ben certainly knows the area and it was great to hear his stories of what the Lower East Side was like and to point out hidden landmarks you'd otherwise miss. A great way to spend a Sunday morning.

My First Bialy

Published on Apr, 2023

Ben provided a great deal of knowledge about the local history and the food that grew out of the Lower East Side. He provides a descriptive picture of what the neighborhoods looked like in the past.

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