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Brooklyn Heights: New York City's First Suburb

5.0 (4 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation
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Brooklyn Heights: New York City's First Suburb

About this activity

Revolutionary Brooklyn: Walk in the footsteps of revolutionaries and patriots as you learn about Brooklyn's pivotal role in the American Revolution. Visit key sites and hear tales of courage and conflict that defined the era.

Gilded Age Brooklyn: Experience the grandeur of the late 19th century with a tour of the opulent homes and landmarks of the Gilded Age. Learn about the industrialists and innovators who drove Brooklyn's rapid growth.

Architectural Wonders: Home to over 600 pre civil war buildings, discover the architectural gems that helped Brooklyn Heights become NYC's first Historical District.

Traveling with a group, or want the walk tailored to you? Reach out to schedule a private tour — your pace, your interests.

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–30
Guide
English
Operated by
Boroughs & Bridges History Tours

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–5 years) · Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: A friendly atmosphere and a tour guide that is engaging .

Not included

  • Not included: A fast talking know-it-all tour guide who speaks at you rather than with you when discussing sights.

Itinerary

  1. Brooklyn Borough Hall

    Passing by

    Brooklyn's first City Hall, built between 1834 - 1848.

  2. Montague Street

    Passing by

    Dividing Brooklyn Heights into North and South, it was once home to the Brooklyn Dodger's ticket office and helped change the game of Baseball forever.

  3. Brooklyn Heights Promenade

    Passing by

    See unrivaled views of lower Manhattan overlooking New York’s first scenic district.

  4. Plymouth Church

    Passing by

    Considered the Grand Central of the underground railroad, the church was instrumental in helping slaves escape to freedom.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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