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NYC: Taste The American Dream: A Lower East Side Food Tour

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About the activity

Taste NYC’s rich cultural history through tacos, dumplings, bagels, and more while learning how diverse communities shaped the city and the American Dream.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    3 hours
  • Includes
    • Walking tour through Chinatown, Little Italy & Lower East Side
    • English-speaking guide
    • Small group tour (maximum 14 guests)
    • 4 food stops with 4 tastings (e.g. dumplings, knishes, bagels)
    • Cultural and historical insights at key neighborhood landmarks
    • Drinks and additional food
    • Tips
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Explore Chinatown, Little Italy & the Lower East Side on foot
  • Taste classic NYC bites like dumplings, bagels, and knishes
  • Learn cultural stories behind the food from your local guide
  • Meet fellow food lovers as you taste your way through the Lower East Side
  • Enjoy a small-group experience with a max of 14 guests

Description

Get a true taste of New York City—both its flavors and its history—on this small-group walking tour (max 14 guests). Journey through the cultural heart of Manhattan, from the African Burial Ground to the vibrant neighborhoods of the Lower East Side, Chinatown, and Little Italy. Along the way, discover how diverse communities shaped the city through their food, stories, and traditions.

With your local guide, visit historic synagogues, century-old bakeries, and the iconic Lower East Side Tenement Museum (exterior). Learn how early Jewish, Chinese, Italian, and Latin American communities built neighborhoods that still thrive today.

As you walk, sample classic New York bites—like dumplings, knishes, tacos, or bagels—each connected to a story of resilience and cultural identity. This isn’t just a food tour; it’s a journey through the roots of the American Dream, told through unforgettable flavors and landmarks.

Good to know before you go
  • This tour operates rain or shine with the exception of force majeure
  • This tour is carbon neutral, and operated by a B Corp-certified company committed to using travel as a force for good
  • This tour was created as a well-balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience (Ethnic dishes samples) and features visits to establishments that are not always able to cater to all dietary requirements. Unfortunately, this tour cannot cater to vegans and gluten allergies, or intolerances. For any specific dietary request, please contact the activity provider 24 hours before the tour
  • Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day
  • This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels, but note that this tour covers 1.6 km (1 mile) of walking
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    12-99 years
  • Children
    6-11 years
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