BEST OF BROOKLYN WALKING TOUR-Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, & Brooklyn Heights

THE BEST OF BROOKLYN WALKING TOUR - Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights & Brooklyn Bridge Park!

Discover the best Brooklyn tour on this exciting walking tour!   

Discover the revolution that is Brooklyn on this exciting Brooklyn walking tour!   Step back in time and experience the Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park and Brooklyn Heights.  Discover the borough’s incredible history and modern reinvention.  Take in breathtaking waterfront vistas, extraordinary locales, picturesque parks, and cultural surprises.  The Revolutionary Brooklyn Walking Tour is led by a 20-year historian and licensed New York City tour guide.

Our journey begins by crossing the historic Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan.  Learn about the 14-year epic saga of the great engineering achievement of the 19th century that connected the “twin cities” of Brooklyn and New York.

We’ll continue in DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) where you’ll discover how an antiquated seaport, warehouse, and factory district was transformed into a prime residential, cultural, and commercial center that businesses like Etsy and West Elm call home.  We'll visit the Jacques Torres Chocolate, the first store of New York City's most famous chocolatier.

As we progress through the Brooklyn tour you’ll see the stunning Brooklyn Bridge Park, you’ll see awe-inspiring views from below the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridge, plus a perfectly restored 1922 carousel revolving within a “crystal” box.

Next, we'll explore Brooklyn Heights, New York City’s first suburb and historic district, with spectacular views of Manhattan from the Brooklyn Heights' Promenade. We’ll stand near where George Washington conducted a maritime retreat that saved American independence during the Revolutionary War and where Robert Fulton ran his steamboat ferries to and from the Brooklyn suburbs.  Discover dozens of elegant pre-Civil War homes and hear the stories of famous residents such as Truman Capote.  See the house from the movie “Moonstruck,” (starring Cher and Nicholas Cage) and discover the 1849 church visited by Abraham Lincoln and led by the abolitionist Henry Ward Beecher, the most famous preacher in America around the time of the Civil War.

Experience the cultural and historical phenomenon that is Brooklyn on this walking tour.  Reserve your place by joining the “Brooklyn Revolution” tour today!

Here are just a few of the many experiences that await you:

• Discover the cultural significance of Brooklyn, the most populated borough
• Learn the history, design engineering accomplishment that is the Brooklyn Bridge.  See historic images and photos.
• Walk through the DUMBO neighborhood and experience the transformation of a factory and warehouse district to offices and homes.
• Take in views of the old converted piers to the 85-acre Brooklyn Bridge Park.
• Visit historic locations involving George Washington and the Revolutionary War.
• Visit the historic district that is Brooklyn Heights and the tranquil tree-lined streets of hundreds of 19th-century houses.
• Learn about literary residents such as Truman Capote.
• Visit a historic 19th-century church visited by Abraham Lincoln and led by a famous minister.
• See sites of famous movies such as Moonstruck, Prizzi's Honor…and a whole lot more!
• Experience the cultural and historical phenomenon that is Brooklyn on this walking tour.  Reserve your place by joining the “Brooklyn Revolution” tour today!

Led by a licensed New York City tour guide who has spent more than 20 years of leading tours of New York City.

Find more information at https://www.revolutionarytoursnyc.com/

Additional Information:

The tour is conducted in the rain, snow or shine.  No refunds, exchanges, or rescheduling within 24 hours of the start of the tour.

BE ON TIME. It is nearly impossible to find the group once we depart.

The tour is approximately 3 miles and takes about 3 hours.  The walk is of moderate difficulty as there are inclined walkways/sidewalks on the Brooklyn Bridge and along the tour.  Wear appropriate shoes and clothing depending on the weather.

The TOUR BEGINS IN LOWER MANHATTAN not far from the entrance to the Brooklyn Bridge and the TOUR ENDS IN BROOKLYN.  The meeting location will be sent upon registration.

The closest subway at the end of the tour is the A, C High Street station.  The 2, 3 Clark Street station is within walking distance.  Please check the MTA.info website for subway closures and service restrictions. 

There are no food or drinks included on the tour. 

Dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes for walking about 3 miles.

COVID PRECAUTIONS:

SOCIAL DISTANCING/MASKS: Please practice social distancing from the people not in your party. You and your party are welcome to wear masks if you choose.

By taking this tour, you and your party voluntarily assume all risks and those related to exposure to COVID.

FAQs

 Do I need to purchase tickets in advance or can I purchase walk-up tickets?

Please purchase your tickets online in advance.  If you already purchased tickets and need to add people contact us at [email protected] or 917.475.6839 and we will try to accommodate you.

What is your Refund Policy? We have a 48-hour refund policy for tickets purchased directly from this web site. Please contact us no later than 48 hours before the start time of the tour at [email protected].  If you do not cancel your tour within this time frame you will be held responsible for the total amount of your tour.  A refund will be issued if we need to cancel a walking tour because of severe weather or a tour guide is ill and no substitute is available.

What is your Rescheduling Policy? Tour tickets can be rescheduled with at least 48 hours before the tour start time at [email protected]  with the following exceptions:

• In case of extreme weather in the forecast, we will contact you at the email address you provided when you booked to offer you rescheduling options.  Otherwise, we conduct our tours rain, snow or shine. There are no refunds, exchanges, or rescheduling for rain or snow.

• If we have to cancel a tour.

Do you cancel your walking tours in the rain or snow? All of our walking tours take place rain, snow or shine. We can still show you the sights of the tour—just bring an umbrella and dress appropriately. However, in cases of severe inclement weather (i.e. severe tropical storm, blizzard, etc.) we do reserve the right to cancel a tour. In these instances, we will notify you via the email provided at purchase and offer refunds and rescheduling options. There are no refunds, exchanges, or rescheduling for rain or snow.

Are there group size minimums and maximums? We like to limit tours to approximately 15 adults to keep it intimate (and so we don’t need to carry fluorescent flags or bullhorns).  As for minimums, we reserve the right to cancel a public tour if a minimum of 4 participants is not reached.  In these cases, we will offer customers the option to reschedule.  If there are no rescheduling options, we will offer full refunds for the tickets.

If I miss the walking tour I purchased, can I just show up for another one? No, your ticket is only valid for the tour you selected at time of purchase (both date and time-specific). This allows us to reserve your spot. There are no refunds, exchanges, or rescheduling if you are running late.

I live in New York.  Will I appreciate the tours? We’re proud to say that many of our participants have lived in New York for many years or were born in New York and are surprised to find how much they learn about neighborhoods they’ve passed through many times.

Do you offer private tours? Yes, we offer tours customized for your group or occasion.  Private tours are a great way to see exactly what interests you or your group and at the most convenient day and time.  Fill out the form on the contact page and provide as much information as possible or call us at 917.475.6839. 

Is the tour suitable for children? We recommend our tours for children ages 10 and older.  Please also consider a private tour if you would like a tour specially tailored for children.

How much will we walk and is it strenuous? Our walking tours are not very strenuous and move at a moderate pace.  There will be stairs in some locations.  As for distance, we’ll cover about 3 miles on the 3-hour tour.

What clothing should I wear? You should definitely wear shoes comfortable for walking on the city streets.  Check the forecast and wear suitable clothing for the weather.

Will there be a restroom stop? Yes, there will be one restroom stop on our tour.

Are gratuities included in the walking tour price?  Gratuities are not part of the tour fee, but if you enjoyed your time on the tour, gratuities are very much appreciated.

Where do we meet for the tour? We will email you a confirmation and the precise meeting location right after you have purchased your tour.  If you don’t see the confirmation please check your email spam folder/filter if you haven’t received the confirmation email within 15 minutes after your purchase.

What do I do if I am late? The tour starts promptly at the designated time, so please try to arrive 5 to 10 minutes early. If you are not at the meeting location at the start time, we will begin the tour and leave without you for the sake of the attendees who arrived on time. If you don’t find us, we will provide you with a contact number in the email in case an urgent matter prevented you from showing up on time. We will try to assist you in finding your tour group.

Do I need to show a ticket at the start of the tour? Yes, please either print the confirmation email or show the email on your mobile device to your tour leader.

Can I purchase a gift certificate? Yes, tour gift certificates are available and can be purchased using the “Book Your Tour!” link on www.revolutionarytoursnyc.com.

Is my email address required to purchase tickets? Yes, we require a valid email address to send you a purchase confirmation, instructions on where to meet at the beginning of the tour and alerts if there are any changes to the tour (i.e. cancellation because of weather, etc.).  As per our privacy policy, we will not sell or rent your email to third parties.

Is there a contact number or email address to contact you with any questions? You can email us at [email protected] or call us at 917.475.6839.

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