The Story of Brooklyn Heights Tour
In this tour, you will be told from a resident of Brooklyn Heights a compressed and almost storyline version of the four hundred years of Brooklyn. This tour breaks down those four hundred years into four epochs, the colonial era, the suburban era, the fall of Brooklyn Heights, and its rebirth. The tour guide may also point to different restaurants to try out along the way.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Brooklyn Borough Hall, 209 Joralemon St at Court St., Brooklyn, NY 11201-3750
View the former City Hall of Brooklyn and engage in a discussion of the importance of Brooklyn in New York City's history.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Brooklyn Historical Society, 128 Pierrepont St, Brooklyn, NY 11201-2711
View one of Brooklyn's most important structures which houses over 400 years of artifacts from Brooklyn's history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Plymouth Church of the Pilgrims, 75 Hicks St, Brooklyn, NY 11201-1708
Stop and admire one of Brooklyn's earliest churches and engage in a discussion about Brooklyn's role in the underground railroad.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St. George Tower, 111 Hicks St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
Describe and view some of the grand hotels in Brooklyn Heights and highlight many well-known guests.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 70 Willow St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
View the home of one of Brooklyn's most famous residents and have a discussion on their work.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Brooklyn Heights Promenade, Remsen St to Orange St along the East River, Brooklyn, NY
See Manhattan's skyline and detail the centuries-long effort to make the view public.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Brooklyn Borough Hall, 209 Joralemon St at Court St., Brooklyn, NY 11201-3750
Return to the starting point by walking through Cadman Plaza.
Duration: 15 minutes
Inclusions
- One hour - closer to one and a half duration
- Discover Brooklyn Height's Residential Past
Exclusions
- Your tip to your guide is not included. The suggested gratuity is 20%.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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