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

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.(pass by)

You will receive a brief explanation from the outside of the theater(10 min)

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(pass by)

This place pays tribute to the legendary rapper Big Pun, known as Christopher Rios. The works of art on the walls will surprise you(10 min)

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.(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.(pass by)

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).(20 min)

We will cross this bridge to 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.(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.(pass by)

We stay here for 20 minutes, under the Brooklyn Bridge(20 min)

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 suits If you prefer, you can end the tour at this point and enjoy the incredible Coney Island for more time on your own.(1 hr)

Legendary Nathan’s restaurant, you can taste their hot dogs, fries and house hamburgers, among other dishes(pass by)

Enjoy the sea breeze(pass by)

Amusement park opened in 2010 where Astroland was located. Only included if the option of Conney Island is selected.(pass by)

The New York Aquarium is the oldest operating aquarium opened in Castle Garden in Battery Park, 1896.(pass by)

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