Boroughs of NYC: Harlem, Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn & Coney Island

Discover the iconic landmarks and rich history of NYC boroughs on this engaging guided bus tour. Hear fascinating stories and explore off-the-beaten-path spots. Book now!

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Harlem - After a brief ride through Harlem in Upper Manhattan, you’ll discover the history of this vibrant neighborhood and visit iconic landmarks like the world-famous Apollo Theater, where stars such as Ella Fitzgerald, The Jackson 5, and Marvin Gaye first performed.

  • Apollo Theater - You’ll get a short overview from outside the theater.

  • Bronx - Next, you’ll head north to the Bronx, the birthplace of rap and hip hop. The streets here echo with 75 different languages, mainly English and Spanish. You’ll see the renowned Yankees Stadium and the Big Pun Mural.

  • Big Pun Mural - This mural honors the legendary rapper Big Pun, also known as Christopher Rios. The wall art will amaze you.

  • Bronx–Whitestone Bridge - Known as the Whitestone Bridge, this famous suspension bridge in New York City carries six lanes of Interstate 678 over the East River. Opened in 1939, we’ll cross it to reach Queens.

  • Queens - The tour continues across the East River to Queens, one of the most ethnically diverse counties in the US, where over 100 languages are spoken. You’ll enjoy the Malba neighborhood and take a short walk through Flushing Park.

  • Flushing Meadows Corona Park - Visit Flushing Meadows Park, home to the US Open, the New York Mets, and the Unisphere from the 1964 World’s Fair.

  • Koscuiuszko Bridge - We’ll cross this bridge to Brooklyn.

  • Brooklyn - Next, you’ll explore Brooklyn, known for its cultural diversity. We’ll visit the Dumbo neighborhood and see Williamsburg.

  • Williamsburg - Williamsburg is the heart of the Jewish community on Lee Avenue, where most temples and businesses are located.

  • Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View - We’ll spend 20 minutes here, under the Brooklyn Bridge.

  • Coney Island - If you chose the Coney Island option, you’ll visit this iconic destination known for fun and relaxation. Weather permitting, you’ll explore the boardwalk, Luna Park, or the New York Aquarium, and have lunch at the legendary Nathan’s restaurant. You can also choose to end the tour here and enjoy more time at Coney Island.

  • Nathan’s Famous - Taste the famous hot dogs, fries, and burgers at Nathan’s restaurant.

  • Brighton Beach - Enjoy the sea breeze.

  • Luna Park in Coney Island - This amusement park, opened in 2010 where Astroland once stood, is included only if you select the Coney Island option.

  • New York Aquarium - The oldest operating aquarium, opened in 1896 at Castle Garden in Battery Park.

  • Brooklyn Bridge - Finally, you’ll return to Manhattan by crossing the historic Brooklyn Bridge over the East River.

What's Included
  • Visit to the beach
  • Transportation from meeting point with Shared Tour
  • Guide exclusively in English
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Listen to the narratives of individuals who resided there and the historic events that gave these locations their unique charm.

This scenic expedition brings you to numerous iconic structures known from the unforgettable scenes of cinematic history, located in Coney Island.

Apart from capturing pictures that you’ll cherish forever, this offers an opportunity to take a detour from the usual tourist routes and experience the New York that is familiar to its local residents.

For a journey that reveals the inside story of some of the most fascinating New York boroughs, reserve your NYC Boroughs tour now and relish it with our guided bus tour!

  • New York State law requires that all children be restrained in an appropriate child restraint system while riding in a motor vehicle until they are 8 years old. Starting November 1, 2019, all children under 2 years old must ride in a rear-facing car seat.
Location
109 E 42nd St
East 42nd Street
8:30 a.m outside Grand Hyatt Hotel NY, next to the Grand Central Station. Subway stations: 4,5,6,7, S
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Millionaire_r
Aug 1, 2024
Great Tour - Tour guide Emmanuel and driver Joesph were great! Tour was full of information and key areas for great pictures. Definitely worth it to explore the areas of NYC.
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G2864swmoniqueb
Jul 31, 2024
NYC Borough Tour - Highly recommend NY Borough with Amigos Tour, clean bus and the service was very organized and put together nicely. Highly recommend Jorge for your tour guide, he is very detail oriented, vet knowledgeable about NYC, the different culture and vey patient with each person on the tour My family and the entire group were very happy with Jorge and the driver.
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Sarahij3917nu
Jul 31, 2024
Excellent ! - Excellent tour. Great to get out of the city for a day. Tour guide Emmanuel & driver Joseph make a great team & a very special day out. Thank you both.
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L1372mkjosephines
Jul 31, 2024
Great tour of the 4 boroughs of NYC - The tour of the 4 boroughs of NYC was great. My family and I experienced a different site of the city. The tour guide and bus driver were wonderful!
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199maritzah
Jul 31, 2024
Great tour! - Very enjoyable tour, learned a lot about the different boroughs that we visited. We would definitely recommend it and would do it again.
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Kellie
Jul 31, 2024
Tour of Boroughs and Coney Island - Really great day out! Lots of great info from Emmanuel about all of the Boroughs and Coney Island! Would definitely recommend for either first time visitors or those who have visited before.
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Pathfinder639355
Jul 29, 2024
Fun exploring the Burroughs - What a great experience hearing the history, going to the heart of the Burroughs, the empanadas in the Bronx were the best ever. Jorge our tourbguide was great in the information he provided and the questions he was able to answer.
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Sharon_b
Jul 29, 2024
Boroughs Boogie - Seeing Apollo Theater in person and all the bridge of New York. The tour guide Emanuel was so full of information and the driver Fernando was excellent. He navigated through the busy streets and crowded areas with ease.
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Nursefacer
Jul 29, 2024
The Burroughs of New York - more than Manhattan - Carlitos was very informative, attentive and enthusiastic! Although the weather made us wilt, he kept us energized with interesting facts and stories.
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Deansaafdn
Jul 30, 2024
Good not great - Very interesting but a very long day. Glad we went to Coney Island but it is not a great place . Much of it we've seen before.
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