Private tour in New York City Laura C

Brooklyn Heights, Dumbo and Walk Across the Brooklyn Bridge - Half Day Walking Tour in NYC

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Laura C.

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Ciao! I'm Laura, a Sicilian jazz vocalist & songwriter turned New Yorker tour guide. I'm a total extrovert, I love meeting people and sharing not only the Highlights of this magical city but also my personal experiences as an immigrant to the Big Apple. I am always up for a heart-to-heart conversation, funny jokes and to take your pictures ;) What are you waiting for? Come discover NYC with me! About me: I'm an award-winning songwriter and jazz singer born and raised in Sicily, Italy. I landed in New York City in 2010 and fell in love with its rough and electric vibe. I moved to the Big Apple to work as a performer, and to make ends meet I've also held jobs as a private teacher, baby sitter, waitress, translator, personal assistant at the university level, and columnist, until in 2018 I started working as a tour guide. That was a game changer for me, for in tourism I found a great new love! I am a licensed NYC sightseeing tour guide and have been working regularly since 2018 with a variety of companies from the US & around the world. Italian is my first language but I'm also fluent in English and Spanish. My love for languages, history and art, mixed with my 20+ years of professional experience on stage and my outgoing, friendly personality make me a warm and fun tour guide who can connect with people from all walks of live to provide an AUTHENTIC and UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE. I am a proud Sicilian, wife to my wonderful husband and best friend Joe, a dog and cat mom with a deep love for pets and animals in general. I am a foodie and a bit of a goofball. I am a Buddhist and I'm very passionate about social justice. You can say I'm radically inclusive :) I believe happiness is true only if shared and I look forward to sharing my happiness with you! My tours: I offer a variety of walking tours that can be customized to fit your curiosity and desires. When you book a tour with me you know that's YOUR tour and that in me you will find a guide and a friend who's flexible to accommodate your needs. I'll share tips with you on what to do in your free time, where to eat or shop and how to maximize your time making the best of your visit. I truly enjoy my work as a tour guide & taking people around the city I love and that I call home. I'm confident I can make you fall in love with it too. I can't wait to meet you! - NYC Licensed Tour Guide - Batchelor Degree in Music - Professional performer for 20+ years I do not drive in NYC and I don't have a car, but what's more New Yorker than that? We can take the Subway, call Uber or stop a taxi with a finger just as seen on TV :)

Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Laura C.

Overview of your New York City tour

Come enjoy magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline from two of the most spectacular Brooklyn neighborhoods. Discover the past of this coastal area and how it changed overtime, take photos of the beautiful brownstones with a stroll through peaceful tree-lined streets, walk along the Brooklyn Heights Promenade and Dumbo Park for iconic sights of the Financial District and the two bridges that connect Dumbo with Manhattan: Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridge. We will see the 1922 Jane's Carousel, the restored Dumbo warehouse and stop by Washington Street for your "Once Upon a Time in America" postcard picture. We will then cross the Brooklyn Bridge (an absolute must-do in NYC) for an unforgettable experience. The tour will end in the historic and well-preserved South Seaport area of Lower Manhattan.

Your New York City tour itinerary

- Brooklyn Heights neighborhood and promenade - Dumbo Park - Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge - South Seaport in Manhattan

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour. Wear comfy shoes!

What's included
Private Guide
Other: All fees included
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Meeting location

209 Joralemon Street, New York, New York, 11201, United States

I recommend meeting in front of the Brooklyn Borough Hall. However if you'd rather meet me at your hotel or at any other location, that can be arranged. Travel time from agreed upon location to Brooklyn is included in the tour duration and it might affect the itinerary.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
History
City Highlights
Photography
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
1376425
Languages
Spanish
Italian
English
Activity level
Minimal

Frequently asked questions

Who is this private tour in New York City best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore Brooklyn's iconic neighbourhoods with a local expert. It's ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and photography, as you'll enjoy stunning views of the Manhattan skyline and visit historic sites like the Brooklyn Heights Promenade and Dumbo Park. With Laura C. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the area's past and present.

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