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Hasidic Williamsburg Walking Tour in New York City

Hasidic Williamsburg Walking Tour in New York City

Overview

This tour is a little-known gem in Hasidic Williamsburg, led by Frieda Vizel, who was raised in the Satmar Hasidic Jewish sect. The tour aims to bring you to a deeper, humanizing understanding of Haisidic life. Groups are small so visitors can get to know each other, and the tour price includes food stops and audio equipment!

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $99.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $99.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Informative, friendly, professional guide

Sampling of kosher food

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Bedford Avenue

The longest Avenue in Brooklyn; we visit the Hasidic section.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (204)

JTR67

Apr 2015

I can't say enough good things about Frieda's tour of Hasidic Williamsburg. The tour is thoughtfully designed around lifecycle events in Hasidic Jewish culture; each stop is an opportunity to explain the way of life of the Satmars, from children's toys in a store window to an Internet cafe, Hasidic style. Throughout, Frieda involves the group with thought provoking questions. There's always an interesting point to her explanations that directly connects with everyday life--the focus is the people, not the buildings. It's a powerful experience, and whatever your familiarity is with Hasidic culture, you'll walk away with a deeper understanding, a better sense of what it would be like to live that life, for better and worse. Without a doubt, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Emi A

Dec 2014

A few words to describe Frieda's tour through the hasidic community of Williamsburg: highly informative, differentiated, respectful, personal and absolutely memorable. The tour covered topics such as history, childhood, education, marriage, family structures, interaction with the outside world, traditional fashion and food. Thanks to Frieda, we were able to gain insight into a different world and reflect on our own traditions and values. Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. E. and V., Switzerland

reissmi

Nov 2014

My wife and I took Frieda's walking tour of North Williamsburg yesterday and came away awed by this accomplished and courageous young woman who was able to illuminate the lives of the Satmar Hasidim for us from the intensely personal perspective of someone who has broken free of this community, yet still honors her roots. Certainly the most personal and deep tour we've ever been on.