|
|
New York-Build Your Own Day Trip
|
Amber Hasler 800-229-4879 - ext. 638 |
amberh@dattco.com |
|
|
|
|
Varies-See Below
|
| |
Varies-See Below
|
| |
Varies-See Below
|
| |
|
|
Tours with Local Guides
Brooklyn City Tour: Begin your day with a walk on the Brooklyn Bridge-considered by many to be the most beautiful bridge in the world-and revel in the spectacular views of New York Harbor and the Manhattan Skyline! Follow this extraordinary experience with a walking tour of Brooklyn Heights, the oldest "suburb" in New York. The Heights is a beautiful and historic district with more than 200 buildings which pre-date the Civil War. We'll wander the same streets which inspired a bevy of poets and authors over the years such as Walt Whitman, Henry Roth, Arthur Miller, Truman Capote. Don't forget to bring your cameras because at our stop along the world famous Brooklyn Promenade, you can capture some of the best views of the lower Manhattan skyline and the "canopy" of East River bridges.When strolling in one of New York's best kept secrets you won't believe you are in the city (unless that city is London!).
Brooklyn Heights Tour: Begin your day with a spectacular view at the Old Fulton Ferry Landing on the East River beneath the Brooklyn Bridge, where Robert Fulton's first steamboats ferried people from the then sparsely populated "Brooklyn Heights" to Lower Manhattan. You'll learn about the first inhabitants of "Breukeleyn", from the Algonquin natives, to the Dutch farmers, to the current gentry. This will be you introduction to some of the history of the "Heights" before taking your walking tour in the charming neighborhood unknown to many. Then take a walk on the Brooklyn Bridge-considered by many to be the most beautiful bridge in the world-and revel in the spectacular views of New York Harbor and the Manhattan Skyline!
Brooklyn Culinary Tour: EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH BROOKLYN! Take a culinary tour of the world in one legendary borough. From the tempting sweets of France to the zesty spices of the Caribbean, from neighborhood food shops to a sprawling mega-market, this full-day tour explores the colorful and amazingly diverse neighborhoods of the County of Kings. We'll have a chance to explore the Polish butchers and bakeries of Greenpoint, the exotic (and tourist-free) cafes of Chinese Sunset Park, and the Caribbean markets of Flatbush, overflowing with tropical produce and island specialties. We'll also visit the famous Fairway market in Red Hook, with its mounds of fresh produce, meat and fish; dazzling deli and cheese counters, a huge olive bar, and a waterfront terrace for snacking with a view. Before heading home, you'll enjoy home-made ice cream, French pastry, and deluxe chocolates with a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline. All together, a delicious journey through a fascinating town.
Harlem City Tour: Guided tour of Harlem's many back streets and architectural treasures: "Sugar Hill" with it's beautiful brownstone mansions (Duke Ellington and Paul Robeson, amongst many other celebrities, lived here), " Strivers Row"-2 Charming side streets lines with townhouses that people strived to live in, the Astor Houses with their wooden porches that make you think you are in South Carolina, and Sylvan Terrace, a secret little street of wooden houses next to the famous Morris-Jumel Mansion(Tour will be arranged here). You will also drive by many of Harlem's famous churches such as the Abyssinian Baptist Church whose pastor at one time was the famous Adam Clayton Powell, drive by the mosque of Malcolm X and, time permitting, visit the Malcolm Shabazz African Marketplace.
Noshing Tour: To "gnosh" is to "snack" essentially, and that is what this day is about on one of the most popular tours that we've been offering. Bring along a small cooler, maybe your favorite napkin, and some flatware (don't forget the cheese knife!)as you "gnosh" your way through Manhattan. Your guide will be giving you a fascinating tour of Manhattan between stops today. You will usually begin at the world's most famous "deli"-Zabar's-on the Upper West Side. With it's dozens of types of coffee, hundreds of cheeses, prepared foods, the aroma and energy that washs over you as you enter this emporium will make your head spin. One food critic said "Going into Zabar's the first time is like going over Niagra Falls in a barrel". You will be given time on your own to buy out the store. And remember this tour is about "gnoshing" so "gnosh"! Don't expect aa official lunch stop because you will be lunching all day. You then tour your way down to Greenwich Village for a stop on Bleecker St.(sometimes referred to as "Little Little Italy")with it's bakeries, pastry cafes, cheese stores, and so much more. Be sure and go to Rocco's for a little pick me up Cappucino and some of the best cheesecake anywhere. You will once again have time to browse on your own on this most famous street in Bohemian Greenwich Village. Then it's off to the old Lower East Side stops at Kossar's Bialy Bakery, Gertel's Kosher Bakery, The Pickle Man (from the film Crossing Delancey), Russ and Daughters Deli, and maybe the infamous Katz's Delicatessen. Some groups choose to actually have a lunch stop here and bring most of their gnoshing goodies home with them. China is next-well, New York's China that is. Chinatown is filled with live fish markets, fruit markets and exotic food shops. Try the Chinatown Ice Cream Factory's Lichee Nut flavor! Pick up some ribs to take home! Or just shop for those cheap but cool gifts for the grandkids. And a visit to Little Italy is a must. It's dozens of restaurants beckon you. Some of the best Salumerias("delis")and bakeries can still be found here. Sometime this is the last stop so you have plenty of time to enjoy Manhattan's last Little Italy-Mulberry St.
This is a general description of the basic tour. Stops and their order can be changed by the client and as a result not all of these stops may be made. The tour can be adapted to add a new stop such as the Union Sq Farmer's Market, or Citronella in the Village, etc. This is with the understanding that not all the stops listed above will be made if other stops are added. We will customize the tour for the client.
Attractions
Bodies Exhibit: The Exhibition provides an intimate and informative view into the human body. Using an innovative preservation process, the Exhibition allows you to see and celebrate your body's inner beauty in ways you never dreamed possible. Over 200 actual human bodies and specimens, meticulously dissected and respectfully displayed, offer an unprecedented and wholly unique look into your amazing body. Come explore, experience and celebrate the wonder of the human form.
Bronx Zoo: It is the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States, comprising 265 acres of park lands and naturalistic habitats, through which the Bronx River flows.
Ellis Island: The gateway for millions of immigrants to the United States as the site of the nation's busiest immigrant inspection station from 1892 to 1954. Prior to that, the much smaller original island was the site of Fort Gibson and later a naval magazine. The island was greatly expanded with landfill between 1892 and 1934. Since 1990, restored buildings on the island host a museum of immigration run by the National Park Service as part of Statue of Liberty National Monument.
Empire State Building: 102-story landmark Art Deco skyscraper in New York City at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and West 34th Street. It is 1,250 ft (381 meters) tall. Its name is derived from the nickname for New York, The Empire State. It stood as the world's tallest building for more than 40 years, from its completion in 1931 until construction of the World Trade Center's North Tower was completed in 1972. Following the destruction of the World Trade Center in 2001, the Empire State Building again became the tallest building in New York City.
Intrepid: Is dedicated to the exhibition and interpretation of history, science and service as related to its home aboard the USS Intrepid, a National Historic Landmark. As you explore the Museum you will be able to examine original artifacts, view historic video footage, and explore interactive exhibits. Visitors can also ride in the A-6 Cockpit Simulator, visit the Virtual Flight Zone, and tour the inside of the world's fastest commercial airplane, Concorde.
Madame Tussauds Wax Museum: There's so much to do and see at Madame Tussauds! With over 200 life-life wax creations where you can interact, take pictures and get close with some of the greatest celebrities and musicians, political and historicalicons, sports figures and more!
Museum of Modern Art: Is an art museum located in Midtown Manhattan in New York City, on 53rd Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues. It has been singularly important in developing and collecting modernist art, and is often identified as the most influential museum of modern art in the world. The museum's collection offers an unparalleled overview in modern and contemporary art, including works of architecture and design, drawings, painting, sculpture, photography, prints, illustrated books and artist's books, film, and electronic media.
Museum of Natural History: Is one of the largest and most celebrated museums in the world. Located in park-like grounds across the street from Central Park, the Museum comprises 25 interconnected buildings that house 46 permanent exhibition halls, research laboratories, and its renowned library. The collections contain over 32 million specimens, of which only a small fraction can be displayed at any given time.
NY Botanical Gardens: Is an advocate for the plant kingdom. The Garden pursues its mission through its role as a museum of living plant collections arranged in gardens and landscapes across its National Historic Landmark site; through its comprehensive education programs in horticulture and plant science; and through the wide-ranging research programs of the International Plant Science Center.
Radio City Music Hall Tours: Want to get a behind-the-scenes look at Radio City Music Hall's beautiful art deco interiors? From visiting the private apartment of Samuel Lionel "Roxy" Rothafel to getting to talk to a Rockette, this tour offers a great chance to see this gorgeous building upclose and learn about its rich history.
Ripley's Believe it or Not: New York City's most outrageous destination attraction! Located on New 42nd Street in the heart of Times Square, Manhattan. Experience NYC's only Odditorium where fact is stranger than fiction. Explore the unbelievable in over twenty galleries of outrageous interactive, video and archival exhibits in this one of a kind attaction. Your self-guided adventure is sure to astonish as you come face to face with remarkable relics and rare treasures from around the world. Like the Ripley's Believe It or Not! attractions around the globe, each item inside Ripley's Times Square will appeal to man's basic curiosity and desire to know more about this world...and New York City. As weird as it is real....Believe It or Not!
Statue of Liberty: Is a colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, designed by Frederic Bartholdi and dedicated on October 28, 1886. The statue, a gift to the United States from the people of France, is of a robed female figure representing Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom, who bears a torch and a tabula ansata (a tablet evoking the law) upon which is inscribed the date of the American Declaration of Independence. A broken chain lies at her feet. The statue has become an iconic symbol of freedom and of the United States.
Top of the Rock: Is a six-level observatory atop the Art Deco skyscraper, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, the upper decks are 850 feet above street level and views include some of the city's most prominent landmarks from the Chrysler Building to the Brooklyn Bridge and from Central Park to the Hudson and East Rivers.
United Nations: Step through the entrance gates of the United Nations Headquarters, and you enter an international zone, belonging to the people of the world. Whether working to maintain human rights, protecting the environment, or tackling illiteracy, disease and hunger, the United Nations works for the betterment of humanity. Multilingual guided tours feature the General Assembly Hall, Council Chamber, and works of art from around the world. Special exhibits change throughout the year.
Cruises
Beast Speed Boat Cruise: New York's very own thrill ride. Your captain, will take you for a wet n' wild ride through the New York harbor. Hold onto your hats because for 30 fun-filled minutes, you'll be soaring past the skyscrapers at a heart-pounding 45mph. You'll stop for a close-up of the Statue of Liberty where you'll have a quick photo-op. It's a pure thrill!
Full Island Cruise: Provides passengers with three-hours of relaxation and discovery. Discover the secrets of the New York City. You'll circumnavigate Manhattan Island and see it all: 3 Rivers, 7 major bridges, 5 boroughs, 25+ world renowned landmarks and Magnificent close-ups of the Statue of Liberty. Discover Manhattan like the great explorers and see the city and the outer boroughs via the water. Take a 3 hour cruise year round.
Harbor Lights Cruise: The 2-hour sunset cruise provides remarkable views of the New York City skyline as the ship sails down the Hudson, cruises around the Battery, up the East River and back to the 42nd Street Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises pier. As passengers enjoy the landmark backdrop, colorful commentary from expert NYC tour guides punctuates the experience.
Liberty Cruise: Hop onboard for a quick and inspirational harbor cruise. See and hear about the majestic Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the historic immigration center, and the World Financial Center. Stare up at the awesome skyscrapers that make our fabulous skyline come alive. 75 min Tour!
Semi Circle Cruise: If you're pressed for time, take 2 hours and experience the grandeur of mid and lower Manhattan on the Semi-Circle Cruise. You'll enjoy magnificent views of the world's premier skyline and a close-up view of Lady Liberty. Sail down the Hudson, cruise around the Battery, up the East River, and under the Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg Bridges to the United Nations and back.
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ferry: No visit to the New York City area is complete without a trip to two of the world's most famous historical landmarks - The Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. Statue Cruises offers departures throughout the day from both New York and New Jersey for the convenience of out-of-town visitors and local residents alike.
Theatre
Broadway (Wide Variety of Shows From the Famous Wicked to the Newest shows on Broadway)
Call Amber Today to see what is available!
Blue Man Group
Off Broadway Shows
Restaurants
Bubba Gumps
Carmines Italian Restaurant
Heartland Brewery
Hard Rock Cafe
Planet Hollywood
Virgil's Real BBQ
Can't find what you are looking for? Call us! We can customize any tour for any group.
|
|
Enter your name and email address below and
receive exclusive travel offers from DATTCO
|
