Chinatown & Little Italy: Fresh Garlic Bagel Tour

New York City, New York

Chinatown & Little Italy: Fresh Garlic Bagel Tour

New York City, New York

Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes

Overview

Discover the culinary and cultural delights of Chinatown and Little Italy on this 2.5-hour walking tour. Enjoy a fresh garlic bagel while exploring historic landmarks and tasting authentic local cuisine.

🕒 2.5 hours of fresh garlic bagel exploration

📸 Narrated history, complimentary fresh garlic bagel, photo opportunities

🍽️ Explore Chinatown and Little Italy's culinary and cultural landmarks

📍 Enjoy really discovering Chinatown, New York, NY!

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Thursday and Saturday 1:30pm

Full description

Embark on a 2.5-hour tour through the vibrant neighborhoods of Chinatown and Little Italy. Led by Ben, this tour delves into the rich history and cultural contributions of Chinese and Italian immigrants who settled in lower Manhattan in the 1800s. Experience the unique blend of flavors, from genuine dim sum and Chinese dumplings to authentic Italian cheeses and Sicilian pastries. The tour includes a narrated history, a complimentary fresh garlic bagel, and plenty of photo opportunities. Visit the largest Buddhist temple in New York City, a historic tea parlor, America’s oldest cheese shop, and the oldest pizzeria in Little Italy. Discover fascinating tidbits about the area, such as the hidden tunnels used by Chinese Tongs and Italy’s version of the bagel, the Tarallo. Treat yourself to a journey through time, taste, and tradition.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: 12+

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: All participants must pay for this experience, children included.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 2.5 hours
What’s included: Narrated history, complimentary fresh garlic bagel, and photo opportunities
Who will be present: Up to 20 participants
Photo/ video: You may take your own photos to capture the experience

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: The activity runs regardless of weather conditions
Arrival: Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time
Parking: Driving is discouraged due to unreliable parking
What to wear: Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
What to bring:
- Camera for memorable moments
- Light jacket or sweater
- No luggage or bulky bags
Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: No changing rooms but restrooms available

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.