Lonely Planet Experiences Private New York Arthur Avenue Food Tour
New York, USA
From USD 316.00
Office phone number: +1 (347) 878-8444
Lonely Planet Experiences Private New York Arthur Avenue Food Tour
New York, USA
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Discover the true Little Italy of New York City and see the neighborhood where ‘A Bronx Tale’ is set. Arthur Avenue in the Bronx remains a close-knit neighborhood of Italian food shops, most of which have been in business for over 100 years. Join us for a walking tour of Arthur Avenue and 187th Street as we visit butchers, bakers, and cheese shops, as well as the famous Arthur Avenue Retail Market. We’ll taste some of the best bites in Little Italy and meet the food artisans who are keeping traditions alive.
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Highlights
- See New York’s other Little Italy where Italians still shop and locally-owned businesses still thrive
- Taste delicious pastries, cheese, salume, bread, and more, all made by local artisans
- Meet the people who make the food and have owned these shops for generations
- Learn all about the history of the Bronx and the Italian community that built the city and the neighborhood
- Make a day of it by visiting the world-famous Bronx Zoo or New York Botanical Gardens, each within walking distance
- Each Lonely Planet Experience comes with six-months free access to Lonely Planet’s Guides App which includes over 8,000 destinations guides and unbeatable discounts to Lonely Planet Guidebooks
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Meeting point:
In front of the Arthur Avenue entrance to the Arthur Avenue Retail Market, 2344 Arthur Ave, Bronx.
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- Starting time: 11.30 AM
- Ending point:
Arthur Avenue Retail Market.
Language: English
Inclusions: English speaking guide, food and drink samples as per itinerary.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, transportation to and from the meeting point, tips/gratuities for your guide.
- The Bronx neighborhood known as Arthur Avenue is one of New York's last enclaves of small, family-run food shops, most of which have been in business for over 100 years.
The Belmont section of the Bronx, also known as Little Italy or simply “Arthur Avenue,” is one of New York's last enclaves of truly family-run food shops. On this epic food tour, we visit nearly a dozen Italian food shops, most of which are third generation owned
We’ll start our food adventure at the famous Arthur Avenue Retail Market, where we’ll explore the many stalls inside and make a special stop to see what foods have just arrived from Italy.
Next, we’ll head next door to a pork shop where the entire ceiling is covered with their homemade sausages. Then, our friend Diego will give us samples of his imported and homemade cheeses before we move onto a local bakery for a taste of their singular loaves.
We’ll stop by a working fish market for a freshly shucked oyster, watch fresh pasta being made, and visit a neighborhood deli for a sample of their hand-pulled mozzarella. Finally, we’ll find out where NYC chefs get their Italian food supplies and why.
(If you’d prefer to travel as part of a regular group experience, please book our Arthur Avenue: NY's Real Little Italy group tour.)
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers. -
Additional information
Inclusions: English speaking guide, food and drink samples as per itinerary.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, transportation to and from the meeting point, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Dress is casual, but please dress comfortably and appropriate for the weather.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour for the price indicated above. Children younger than 6 are permitted at no extra cost, but please make sure you inform our guides of this before you take the tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +1 (347) 878-8444
Email address: info@newyorkcityurbanadventures.com
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