Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $299 / person
- Location
- New York City
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Eyes on Manhattan
- Meeting point
- Meet in front of The Pickle Guys on the corner of South East Corner of Grand and Essex Street. Your guide will be holding a sign.
Description
Eat traditional Jewish foods and walk historic streets that reveal the heart of Manhattan’s immigrant past. This must visit destination brings the 1880s to life and leaves you with a deeper understanding of what the Lower East Side was and what it has become. Uncover stories of Jewish immigration, family traditions, and neighborhood transformation. Trace the footsteps of those who arrived with everything they owned in a suitcase and built a new life on crowded, noisy streets. Along the way, you’ll sample old-world flavors from beloved shops and explore buildings that still carry echoes of a time when the LES was the heart of NY’s immigrant story. Delve into the rich history of the Lower East Side, once the most densely populated district in the world. This tour offers a glimpse into the past, focusing on the era of Jewish immigration and the transformation of the neighborhood over the last hundred years.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Nov 21
- Group price
- $299 per group of up to 8
In demand: 29 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 25.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Lower East Side
Stroll through this historic NYC neighborhood and sample foods that are a staple of Jewish culture.
The Pickle Guys
It was estimated that during the heyday of Jewish immigration (1880-1924) over 60 pickle stores existed. This is one of the few that still remain.
Seward Park
Visit one of the oldest municipal parks in Manhattan. The park named after William Henry Seward, a U.S. Senator from New York, was opened in 1903. See one of the few statues in the U.S. dedicated to Togo, the sled dog who led the most treacherous route of the 1925 serum run to Nome, Alaska.
Hester Street Fair
Experience the street that was one full of peddlers and pushcarts. Learn what happened to all of the vendors.
See the sign of a famous bank of the lower east side and see what this magnificent building was transformed into.
Essex Market
Learn the history of markets like this once were created and see a modern marketplace today. This is the ending point for the tour. The tour will end by the subway station (F, M, J) on the South East Corner.
See the site of the oldest Jewish newspaper in New York City and the current site and the find out what’s there now.
What's included
Included
3 food Stops
Not included
Gratuities
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side take?
Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side cost?
Prices start at $299 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
Does Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side sell out?
It can: 29 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet in front of The Pickle Guys on the corner of South East Corner of Grand and Essex Street. Your guide will be holding a sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Sites & Bites of the Lower East Side offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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