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10/16/2026

There’s no better compliment than guests wanting to come back! 🗽

This lovely couple from Belgium joined Mike for our Red Hook Walking Tour and enjoyed discovering a different side of New York City. The best part? They’re already planning to book another tour with us when they return next year!

We love helping visitors discover NYC beyond the usual tourist spots, one neighborhood at a time.

Planning your trip to New York? Explore the city with Mike and discover the stories, local gems, and hidden corners that make NYC special.

Book your tour through the link in our bio!

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10/14/2026

🍪 A New York City classic: Levain Bakery! 🗽💙

No NYC food adventure is complete without a stop at Levain Bakery! Famous for its giant, golden-brown cookies with crispy edges and gooey centers, this iconic bakery is a must-visit for cookie lovers from all over the world. 🤎

From the first bite to the happy smiles, it’s easy to see why people line up for these legendary treats. Sometimes, the best way to experience New York is one delicious bite at a time! 😋✨

🥐 Want to discover more of the Upper West Side? Join our Upper West Side Walking Tour! Explore the neighborhood’s charming streets, local favorites, and hidden gems while discovering the stories that make this part of NYC so special.

📍 Levain Bakery, New York City
🚶 Join us on our Upper West Side Walking Tour and experience NYC beyond the typical tourist stops!

10/12/2026

A 5-star experience exploring the real New York City! 🗽✨

“An interesting mixture of history and modern achievements!” ❤️

We’re thrilled to hear that our guests had a wonderful time exploring NYC with Mike! From the city’s rich history to its evolving urban landscape, every tour offers a deeper look at what makes New York so unique.

Thank you for your kind words and for recommending NYC Explained Tours! 🙌 We love sharing our knowledge, stories, and passion for the city with visitors from around the world.

Ready to discover the history, hidden gems, and stories behind NYC’s neighborhoods? 🚶‍♂️🏙️

📍 Explore NYC beyond the typical tourist spots with NYC Explained Tours!

🔗 Book your next walking tour through the link in our bio!

10/09/2026

Avenue U Subway Art: A Story of Immigrants Growing and Flourishing in NYC!

Have you ever stopped to admire the beautiful floral mosaics inside Brooklyn’s Avenue U subway station? 🌿🌷 These delicate flowers represent something much deeper than their beauty, they symbolize immigrants putting down roots, growing, and flourishing in New York City.

Just like flowers that bloom in a new environment, immigrants from around the world bring their cultures, traditions, and dreams to NYC. With time, they grow, contribute to their communities, and help shape the city into the vibrant, diverse place we know today.

The artwork is a beautiful reminder that New York City is a place where people from different backgrounds can take root, find belonging, and thrive.

📍 Avenue U Subway Station, Brooklyn, NYC

At NYC Explained Tours, we look beyond the landmarks to uncover the stories, art, and cultural history that make every neighborhood unique. Because sometimes, the most meaningful stories are hiding in plain sight!

✨ Have you noticed this artwork on your travels through Brooklyn?

10/07/2026

A five-star day on the Upper West Side! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

There’s nothing better than hearing that a tour helped make someone’s first trip to New York even more special. Thank you for the kind words and for exploring the Upper West Side with Mike!

From neighborhood history and hidden gems to the stories that make New York unique, the goal is always to help visitors experience the city beyond the usual tourist stops.

Ready to discover the Upper West Side like a local? Join NYC Explained Tours for a personalized walking tour of one of Manhattan’s most fascinating neighborhoods.

10/05/2026

Looking for a great kosher steakhouse in Brooklyn? The Butcher’s Cut is a neighborhood spot on Avenue U serving hearty steaks, burgers, chicken, seafood, and classic comfort food.

Located in the heart of Brooklyn, it’s a great place to discover when exploring the city beyond the usual tourist stops.

📍 The Butcher’s Cut
2605 Avenue U
Brooklyn, NY 11229

Planning to explore Brooklyn like a local? Join NYC Explained Tours and discover the neighborhoods, streets, food, and hidden gems that make Brooklyn unique.

10/01/2026

A coffee stop worth discovering in New York City.

Conwell Coffee Hall is a great place to grab a coffee, slow down, and experience the neighborhood atmosphere before continuing your NYC adventure.

But don’t just visit the famous landmarks. Explore the streets, local spots, hidden gems, and stories that make New York City unique.

Join NYC Explained Tours and discover a different side of NYC with Mike. Explore fascinating neighborhoods, local culture, history, architecture, food, and places you might otherwise walk right past.

New York City is more than its famous attractions. Come explore the city beyond the tourist trail and experience NYC like a local.

Book your walking tour with NYC Explained Tours.

09/29/2026

🥩 A Taste of Brooklyn at G&S Pork Store! 🇮🇹
Discover G&S Pork Store on Avenue U, a neighborhood gem serving up Italian flavors and old-school Brooklyn charm! From authentic Italian specialties to the stories behind the neighborhood, Avenue U is full of hidden gems waiting to be explored.
✨ Want to discover the real New York beyond the tourist spots?
Join NYC Explained Tours and explore Brooklyn’s unique streets, local businesses, cultural history, and hidden gems with Mike!
📍 G&S Pork Store, Avenue U, Brooklyn, NYC
Book your NYC Explained Tour today and experience New York like a local!

09/25/2026

🍂 Autumn in Manhattan: A season of beautiful streets, colorful leaves, and unforgettable memories! 🗽
From exploring Manhattan’s charming historic streets to enjoying freshly baked bread and admiring the spectacular fall foliage, every corner of New York has a story to tell.
With NYC Explained Tours, go beyond the typical tourist attractions and discover the city’s hidden gems, rich history, and vibrant local culture.
✨ Ready to experience New York this fall?
Book a walking tour with Mike and experience Manhattan like a true New Yorker!
🔗 Book your adventure at nycexplainedtours.com

09/23/2026

Mike and Mike stopped by Tasty Spot Georgian & Italian Restaurant on Avenue U to see something truly special: how authentic Georgian bread is made!

We got to watch the bakers prepare the bread using a traditional Georgian tone oven (tandoor-style oven)—a unique oven where the dough is placed sideways against the hot clay walls to bake. The result? Beautifully crisp on the outside, soft and flavorful inside, and full of the unmistakable taste of Georgian baking. 🤤

It’s not just bread—it’s a centuries-old culinary tradition brought to Brooklyn’s Avenue U, where you can experience a genuine taste of Georgian culture without leaving New York City.

And yes, Mike has spent time in Georgia, so he knows authentic Georgian food when he tastes it! 🇬🇪❤️

📍 Tasty Spot Georgian & Italian Restaurant — Avenue U, Brooklyn

Discover the food, neighborhoods, cultures, and hidden gems that make Brooklyn so fascinating. Join Mike on an NYC Explained Tour! 🗽

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