Discovering New York City On-Foot

Depending on where you happen to be standing,that you associate with archeology; however this New
walking, eating or sleeping, New York is either the mostYork Walking tour sets out to change that perception,
overwhelming and chaotic city in America or thegiving you a fascinating introduction into urban
warmest, most romantic town on earth.archeology, where the ancient city meets the
For all the bright-lights-big-city grandeur (Midtown'smodern.  Your guide, a trained archeologist will show
twinkling canyons, Wall Street's warp-speed intensity),you the foundations of the city and you will also visit
one can always find a charmingly quiet neighborhoodthe New York City archeology lab which is not open
where the world feels no wider than a sidewalkto the general public.
stoop—and all these lie within mere blocks of oneGreenwich Village Walking Tour – In the Footsteps
another.of Edgar Allen Poe
You can experience the size and scale of New YorkGreenwich Village is one of New York's most
City on a helicopter tour, get a glimpse of all thefascinating districts and definitely an area to be
famous landmarks on a bus tour – but, to truly getexplored on foot. On this New York walking tour you'll
to the heart of the "big apple"; to understand its peoplefind out how, for well over a century, 'The Village' has
and get up close to the New York tourist attractionsnurtured struggling artists, writers and musicians from
you really need to take a New York City sightseeingEdgar Allan Poe to the Beat poets to Bob Dylan and
tours.Simon and Garfunkel.
New York is one of the world's great walking citiesHistory of Central Park Walking Tour
and it is best to explore this city on foot. Venture intoFor many New Yorkers, Central Park is the heart of
the green spaces of central park, go around thetheir city.  The 480 acre park is used for recreation,
Brooklyn Bridge or just poke around the neighborhoodromance, culture, memorials and much more.  This
cafes, shops, art galleries or museums. Heading out toNew York walking tour is led by an academic expert
walk the neighborhoods of New York is a fun, involved,with vast knowledge on New York City's history who
and adventurous way to see the sights and life of thewill talk you through the history of Central Park, from
city. Guided walking tours of New York offer athe urban landscaping project which created the park
relaxed place and low-budget entertainment.to the innovative conservation movements that
New York City walking tours can be an excellentmaintain it.
choice for budget traveler. It also allows travelers toJewish Cuisine and Culture Walking Tour
explore the street life of NYC.One of a more off-the-beaten-track New York
There is a great range of walking tours of New YorkWalking Tours, this tour takes you to the Lower East
City available; whether you want to discover theSide to visit an area which has been shaped by
historic districts, wander the streets of the ethnicJewish Immigrants from Russia and Eastern Europe. 
neighborhoods or lose yourself in the magnificentAs well as providing a window to the history and
Central Park. From a historic pub crawl to dishing theculture of the area, your tour guide – an expert on
dirt on Wall Street to a scholar led tour walking tour ofJewish Cuisine, will take you to many of the area's
New York's archeological sites (yes, archeologicalmost renowned deli's where you can sample bialys,
sites), New York walking tours are as diverse as thepickles and many more Jewish delicacies.
city itself. They also cover major New York tours andNew York Pub Crawl – East Village
attractions, New York museums that can otherwiseTravel back in time on this New York walking tour
be visited by bus.which takes you to some of New York's oldest
Some of the popular walking tours are:pubs.  Have a drink in a pub once frequented by JFK
The Wall Street Financial Crisis Tourand the pub where Abraham Lincoln drank after
What exactly happened between 2007 and 2009 tomaking his Cooper Union address.
bring the world economy to its knees?  No, we're notThese are just examples. There are a lot more
exactly sure either; or at least we weren't until wepopular walking tours available at New York City
took this wonderful New York walking tour.  Led by awalking tours.
Wall Street insider this tour is a lesson in global bankingJust remember that you wear comfortable shoes and
and a sightseeing tour combined!if you're walking during the summer, be sure to bring
New York Walking Tour – Archeologyplenty of water. Last but not the least, don't forget to
New York City may not be one of the destinationsbring your camera.