My husband and I love learning about history. Tour guide, Franky and Guy, are the original New…read moreYorker. "Youse guys." The stories the can tell about New York is non stop and rich in history. I used to think New York was a dirty and scary place as it is depicted in the news and movies. Boy, was I wrong. Very wrong. Thank you Small Bus Tours NYC Franky and Guy for opening my eyes and giving me a new appreciation of New York. They're worth the money. Trust me!

Great tour!!! The…read moreonly hiccup was the bus was unmarked and not parked in front of McDonalds as described on the website/email instructions. I had just explained to my son the importance of arriving early because arriving on time makes you late(he wondered why we left the hotel early though we were only a couple of blocks away from McDonalds.) The unmarked bus was parked across the street in front of the Paramount building. We were in line for a different tour who was parked in front McDonalds who informed us that we were in line for the wrong tour and pointed to the unmarked bus. We still arrived on time. I then explained to my son that situations like this is why you arrive early. I had a ton of missed calls and was contacted by email but a sign of some sort would've helped(a magnetic sign on the driver and passenger doors, or a foldable sign that can be transported on the bus) as I noticed the bus from across the street(the same side as Applebees and Ellen's Stardust Diner) but had no way of identifying it.

Did a Sip and Groove cruise on a Saturday night and definitely enjoyed it. It was a little crowded…read morebut I think that added to the fun. The sights are unforgettable. The dj was fun! It was Latin night but he did play a mixture towards the end. I had the ticket that includes two drinks and the bartender all the way upstairs was definitely heavy handed! Worth the money!

It's one of those experiences that reminds you how alive this NYC really is. If you never done it…read morelet me be the one to tell you add it to your list NOW! Tickets include drinks, food and snacks! We had a time! You can check out my full review and everything I did on Instagram and TikTok: @travelnistaonthemove

My wife and granddaughter recently visited New York and booked several sightseeing tours through…read moreReal New York Tours. We wanted a knowledgeable, top-notch guide to help us experience the city, and they exceeded our expectations. From the planning process to the tours themselves, everything was handled professionally and efficiently. Our guide was outstanding--knowledgeable, personable, and passionate about New York. They customized the experience, shared fascinating insights, and made every stop enjoyable. Our experience with Real New York Tours was exceptional. They delivered first-class service in every way, and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a memorable and well-organized New York City sightseeing experience.

Excellent communication prior to booking and they listened to what our needs were. Our tour guide,…read moreRay, met us after we toured the Statue of Liberty and gave us so much information on NYC we are still processing it! Our tour took us to known tourist spots but gave us information we would not have know without Ray. We also got to see hidden gems and learn about the locals. My husband was reluctant to visit NYC, but after this tour he has decided he would visit again! Thank you Ray - for showing us why you love NY and helping us do the same.

JC Photo walk was awesome! I'm the type of person that is a little techie illiterate...Soo this…read moretour was great! Chris taught me all those features and settings on my camera that I had no idea what they were for! What's different about this as oppose to taking a class on how to use your camera or watching a video is that it's fun! Because you learn something on your camera and then you give it a try!! You also learn about some Jersey city history which is cool too! If you're one of those hands on type of people this is definitely for you! Oh also I left with a little handy guide to help me remember all the things that I learned! BONUS!!

What an amazing time! A safe new and enjoyable adventure. We learned a new skill, the people in…read morecharge made sure we had an amazing experience.

This is a top notch paddle sports business. They have tours ,lessons in kayaking ,and paddle board…read more I found them to be very supportive of new kayakers as well as more experienced folks. Noelle and Jeremy are great guides . They provided support, guidance , and education. I had been discouraged by another area kayaking facility. Noelle and Jeremy were so positive that I am back at it on the amazing Hudson River. Hoboken is an easy commute from Manhattan. I took a Ferry from 39th street to Hoboken, 10 minutes at most. Once at Dock 14th , you will find Resilience Paddle to your left next to Pier 14.

Overall rating: 4.8…read more Full warning: this is a history tour of deaths more than ghosts. It's a great tour but I think if they revised the name to "haunted" or "spooky", it would be closer to the actual tour. Which is a history of massive deaths in the Brooklyn area. The tour goes from Williamsburg, to the Navy Yard to back up. You actually learn a lot about the Cobble Hill area. Tyler and Danny were great and so knowledgeable!! Not sure if this is a repeatable tour, but it definitely is worth it! Also come on the earlier side bc seats fill up quickly! I think I was only 1 of 3 locals. Everyone else were tourists. But they were nice. Highly recommend!

This tour was such a letdown from start to finish. The guide actually allowed two people to join…read morewho had not paid or shown tickets, which meant several of us had to sit three to a row on a trolley that was already crowded. It was uncomfortable and poorly managed. The guide herself (Gaya) seemed nervous and not very comfortable with public speaking. Her energy was low and it made the tour feel flat. The whole thing really needed more confidence and enthusiasm to make the stories come alive. As for the tour content, it was extremely underwhelming. We did not go to any real haunted sites or cemeteries. At one point the driver simply pulled over on the side of the highway and pointed out a cemetery in the distance. I could not believe that counted as part of the experience. Overall this felt like a waste of money and time. It was crowded, disorganized, and the storytelling lacked excitement. I would not recommend this tour to anyone expecting an engaging or authentic haunted experience.

I definitely recommend Beyond the Plate food tours. It is such a fun experience and the selection…read moreof restaurants were great. My sister, cousin, and I had such a fun time during our Jersey City Food tour. We did the taste of downtown tour. It was definitely worth it and we left feeling super satisfied. Alessia was fantastic and I'm happy she was our tour guide for our food tour. I definitely hope to take another one soon in the near future. It honestly felt like we were hanging out with friends because your tour includes others in your group and everyone was so nice and the energy was amazing. I definitely recommend because I know I will be booking another tour with beyond the plate food tours.

My experience with beyond the plate food tours was amazing. It was such a wonderful way to get out…read moreand explore some good eats while getting the chance to socialize and experience Jersey City. The host/owner, Alessia was such a delight and friendly. I could really tell by the way she dove into the history of JC that shes passionate about her business and bringing more attention to small businesses throughout Jersey City. I would highly recommend checking out beyond plate food tour. It was worth every penny and the experience.

Good food! Great variety on a short time! Really enjoyed this tour, we would do another like this…read moreanytime!

This is my 3rd tour with Foods of NY. Food tours is something I always do when I visit a town and…read morethese tours are amongst my favorite. Tours are thoughtfully curated to provide a great experience and historical information as well as the best of the best food tastings.

This is such a great tour, and a fun way to learn about NYC. i am a local and always wondered what…read moretales and mayham lies beneath these buildings. The 2 hour walking tour of the hells kitchen area is a must book! I booked online directly with the website and paid about $35 per person. On a friday night at 8 pm, this was a great way to kick off halloween season with my friends. I had a few questions along the way, but owner Elise always answered my emails quickly. Meghan our tour guide was incredibly informed, animated and a sweetheart to spend the night with. she was engaging and really was into the stories and facts about this area of town. My suggestion? Meghan should have a microphone or something better to project her voice. she was great, but it was hard to hear at times due to the loudness of the city and her voice being on the lower side. I also think her candle lit lantern should be brighter or bigger. we had issues finding her, but to our surprise we were within a few feet from her. my favorite part of the tour and what made this unique were the candy that Meghan gave us in the beginning, and the sheet at the end with all of the facts and story names that we heard. i have been on so many tours and always have to rush taking notes or googling things as the tour happens that i end up loosing info or missing out on hearing items, but this printed out list of facts was a HUGE help.

Wow!! I was hoping for a fun night of spooky stories & was instead gobsmacked when treated to…read moresomething truly unique! The inimitable Meghan is the Beyoncé of tour guides! Actually, "tour guide" brings to mind those boring school trips we all inevitably experienced at some point during childhood. She instead gifted us with a lively, fascinating journey, which was equal parts TED Talk, one-woman-show, & incredible (as well as incredibly macabre!) NYC history lesson! The whole experience was as wildly entertaining & informative as it was inspiring, even to this jaded, native New Yorker. Highly recommended!!!

Cannot get enough! Ok I went again (actually it's my 3rd…read moretime) I have to rant and rave again. It was sooo much fun! I did a girls trip this time and it was just the best time I've had all year. We felt very safe being in the open air and the boat is big enough for social distancing when needed. I just can't tell you one bad thing about it. We brought the drinks and food and the captain navigated us through the most up close and private V.I.P tour ever. This is my second review and I want to say that it was just as good if not better than the first time. Bring your family, best friends, or someone special. You will never have more memorable and magical time. When you split it's not even that expensive. Not for what you get. Totally amazing!

This was the best Birthday gathering ever, what a way to celebrate my 30th. Even despite the…read moreweather Captian Mike did an amazing job to ensure my guest and I had a good time on our 4-hour ride. The catamaran was nice and clean, very comfortable and had enough space for snack and drinks. Mike allowed us to pair our phones to play the music of our choice. The views of the city were impeccable! I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a mini private getaway. Mike was very accommodating and informative. I can guarantee I'll return for another trip!