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Things to do in East River

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Activities led by local experts

Discover unique experiences hosted by inspiring locals.

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Trace Harlem immigrants' impact with a historian

Learn how African settlers helped shape the neighborhood's history and culture.

5 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

Find your signature scent with a perfumer

Take a perfume masterclass with a professional perfumer in New York City.

5 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Create your signature scent at a perfume bar

Practice the art of bespoke fragrance creation to build a scent that's uniquely your own.

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Explore Nightlife of NYC - Fireflies, Bats, & More

Join an Urban Naturalist to explore nighttime wildlife in Brooklyn's Prospect Park

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Learn boxing with a National Champion Boxer

Pull punches and learn fundamentals with a former national champ at Trinity Boxing Club.

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The Dutch Are Still Here: A Dark History of NYC

Discover the Dutch colony beneath Manhattan, where tolerance masked control and fortunes were forged in fur, faith, and servitude. The empire they built never truly vanished.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Taste your way through hidden Chinatown

Savor the stories and flavors of Chinatown's iconic and lesser-known gems.

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Explore Chelsea Galleries with an Art Historian

Visit today's most exciting and provocative art galleries with an art historian who helps decode today’s evolving creative trends.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Embark on a D&D adventure with seasoned gamers

Dive into a hilarious, one-night Dungeons & Dragons game at a beloved indie store.

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Create air-clay art in a unique location

Fashion your own sculptures with an artist at a vibrant studio at Holy Trinity Church.

Top-rated activities

View our most highly rated experiences, loved by guests.

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The Full-Day "See It All" NYC Tour

Discover iconic landmarks, hidden secrets, and the best spots to eat, drink, and shop.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 267 reviews

"The Brooklyn Way"

Discover architectural, cultural and historical gems and soak in the gorgeous views!

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1531 reviews

Explore Hasidic Brooklyn with a local Rabbi

Experience the traditions, daily life, and meaning woven into Hasidic Jewish community life, guided by a member of the community.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 887 reviews

Spray paint In Bushwick with a local street artist

Draw your own graffiti at New York's premier street art hub.

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 498 reviews

Guffaw at stand-up comedy in Brooklyn

See up-and-coming comedians perform in a memorable underground venue.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviews

The Ultimate Greenwich Village Food Tour

The Greenwich Village Food Tour includes 6 authentic food tastings, local history, and iconic stops like the FRIENDS apartment, Taylor Swift’s Cornelia Street home, and Carrie Bradshaw’s stoop.

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews

Kayak around the Statue of Liberty

Kayak the Hudson River Estuary for a unique perspective or some undiscovered sites

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1039 reviews

The Ultimate New York City Street Food Tour

Eat street food in the world’s most diverse area just 15-20 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. You’ll experience a local NYC neighborhood guided by a native New Yorker who grew up and lives in the area.