NYC: Jewish Lower East Side Walking Tour
ID: GYG1534604-2338023
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País: United States
Duração:
02:00 horas
Descrição
Explore the former Jewish slum district of NYC's Lower East Side on a private walking tour. Compare images and stories of yesterday with today, from Katz's deli to historic synagogues.
The former Jewish slum district of NYC's Lower East Side is one of the most iconic and historically significant neighborhoods in the world. Even though times have changed, this one-time immigrant haven still boasts the character and charm of yore — if you know where to look.
This unique walking tour compares images and stories of yesterday with today and offers unparalleled insight into the evolution of a neighborhood now popular for its trendy boutiques, hotels and restaurants.
Visited on tour:
- Legendary eateries (Katz's deli, Economy Candy, Pickle Guy, etc.)
- Historic synagogues and churches
- Iconic landmarks, cultural sites and points of interest
- Classic, old-fashioned retail stores
- Orchard Street, Rivington Street, Delancey Street, Essex Street, Hester Street, and more
Discussed on tour:
- Tenement life
- The immigrant experience
- Settlement houses
- Employment, sweatshops, and labor unions
- Yiddish and immigrant theater
- The roots of Hollywood on the Lower East Side
Your Guide:
Eric Ferrara is founder of the Lower East Side History Project, a 7-time published author and native New Yorker whose family goes back four generations in Little Italy. He is the founder of the Museum of the American Gangster, the Lower East Side Welcome Center and East Village Visitor Center. Eric has worked as a consultant on several movie and TV projects including History Channel, Netflix's The Irishman, HBO's Boardwalk Empire, AMC's Making of the Mob, and Warner Brothers' new Great Gatsby. His books include Manhattan Mafia Guide.
Destaques
- Explore the former Jewish slum district of the Lower East Side
- Visit legendary eateries like Katz's deli and Economy Candy
- See historic synagogues, churches, and iconic landmarks
- Hear stories of tenement life, sweatshops, and labor unions
- Walk Orchard, Rivington, Delancey, Essex, and Hester Streets
Idiomas de guia
INFORMAÇÕES IMPORTANTES
The tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended. There will be plenty of chances to pick up a snack or drink along the way. The tour goes at a slow pace, with a lot of standing around at times, so dress appropriately for the weather (layers recommended).
INCLUÍDO
- Private 2-hour guided walking tour of the Jewish Lower East Side
- Visit to legendary eateries (Katz's deli, Economy Candy, Pickle Guy)
- Visit to historic synagogues and churches
- Walk along Orchard Street, Rivington Street, Delancey Street, Essex Street, and Hester Street
- Visit to iconic landmarks, cultural sites and points of interest
- Stories of tenement life, the immigrant experience, settlement houses, and labor unions
NÃO INCLUÍDO
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to and from the meeting point
Quando devo reservar?
Para garantir a disponibilidade, reserve o mais cedo possível. A reserva antecipada vale a pena considerar especialmente se você estiver planejando a viagem durante a alta temporada, como feriados ou fins de semana.
Cancelamentos
Esta excursão você pode cancelar sem custo até 24 horas antes do início da viagem. Se você cancelar após 24 horas ou não comparecer à excursão, ainda será cobrado o preço total da atividade. Chegar atrasado na coleta ou partida será considerado como não comparecimento.
