Private Walking Tour: Jewish Lower East Side

Overview

A tour through the Lower East Side explores the story of immigrant life following the arrival at Ellis Island for Eastern European Jews. One of the most famous neighborhoods on earth, the Jewish Lower East Side hosted remarkable political, social, artistic, economic, and culinary movements that would help to define the modern American experience.

Come learn about the origins of the bagel, pastrami, kosher pickles, socialist movements, iconic department stores, and Hollywood film studios by visiting the Yiddish Forward Building, Eldridge St Synagogue, the Gershwin brothers' childhood home, a historic Loew's Movie Theater, Kossar's Bialys, The Pickle Guys, and a high school that minted many of the U. S. 's biggest movie stars.

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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What's Included

Tour Guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Museum of the City of New York

We'll see the stunning architecture as a monument to the wave of Russian Jewish migration at the end of the 19th century.

The Pickle Guys

Here we'll have an option to taste a classic Jewish American nosh!

Essex Street Market

Bathroom stop and an opportunity to see what the classic Lower East Side pushcarts evolved towards in the form of this market.

Economy Candy

Stop to see the best candy store in NYC (more of a candy museum from the Great Depresssion!).

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (18)

68zackf

Apr 2021

I didn’t know walking around the Lower East Side could be so fun and educational! I had seen movies that captured this neighborhood and the immigrant era of the early 1900s but to really see it and hear all the history painted such a vivid picture. I brought a middle school group and I was worried they wouldn’t behave but the tour guide Jon was so comfortable and friendly, answering all our questions and including us in the tour, relating to our own family history. I’m telling all my friends and teaching colleagues - regardless of their religion - to take this tour. Even with masks on it was such a pleasure to be out and about with such a nice tour. A New York experience not to be missed!

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Thanks so much! It was so fun to host your class through the footsteps of history!

Sharon G

Mar 2021

Jonathan was an excellent guide. He kept everyone involved- all ages since we were there with our grandchildren. He has a vast amount of knowledge. There were food breaks too. The best bagels and bialys. Incredible pickle shop with so many varieties. Jonathan was smart, patient, kind and funny. Could not have asked for more.

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Thanks Sharon! Was a pleasure to host you and looking forward to your next trip to NYC!

T2161RDhannahw

Mar 2021

The Immigrant NYC walking tour with Jon was fantastic. With his impressive background knowledge and genuine enthusiasm, Jon is able to curate a rich experience that brings history to life in the streets of New York. This is a great tour to take, whether you are brand new to NYC or have lived in the city your entire life!

Response from Host

Mar 2021

Thanks so much, can't wait to host you on your next tour in NYC!