Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo Walking Tour (Private)

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover the charm of Brooklyn Heights and the trendiness of DUMBO on this captivating two-hour walking tour. Traverse through 200 years of history, witnessing the evolution from the stately brownstones of the 1800s to the modern lofts of today. In Brooklyn Heights, explore America's first suburb, admire stunning architecture, and uncover the rich stories of its historic residents. Then, stroll through DUMBO, where cobblestone streets and hip boutiques showcase this revitalized waterfront neighborhood's artistic spirit. Engage with local history and culture in a journey that seamlessly blends the past and present.

Explore two of Brooklyn’s iconic neighborhoods in just 2 hours
Discover the architectural beauty and history of Brooklyn Heights
See the trendy, artsy shops in DUMBO
Learn about the transformation of Brooklyn's neighborhoods and their cultural significance

We spend about 75 minutes in Brooklyn Heights and then about 45 minutes in DUMBO

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Brooklyn Unplugged Tours

Ages: Adults (9–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided walking tour

Itinerary

Brooklyn Borough Hall

Passing by

See the former City Hall of Brooklyn
Brooklyn Heights

30 min

Walk this historic neighborhood and feel Brooklyn’s most elegant architecture
Montague Street

5 min

Feel the vibe on Brooklyn Heights’ charming shopping street still featuring classic neighborhood businesses
Brooklyn Heights Promenade

30 min

Catch breathtaking views at this off-the-beaten-path vantage point
Brooklyn Bridge Park

5 min

Meander through this cutting-edge waterfront urban green space
Brooklyn Bridge

Passing by

Epic views of the famous Brooklyn Bridge. This tour does not walk onto the bridge - we only view it externally from the Brooklyn side
Dumbo Manhattan Bridge View

5 min

Capture pics at the most famous photo spot in Brooklyn
Brooklyn

Passing by

Discover the history in Brooklyn, considered “America’s first suburb”

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your tour guide in front of Starbucks

End point

The tour ends down in DUMBO. The tour does not return to the meeting place. Your tour guide will assist you with directions

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

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
We spend about 75 minutes in Brooklyn Heights and then about 45 minutes in DUMBO. Brooklyn Heights is a larger area so we spend more time there. DUMBO is a smaller area so we spend less time there.
The primary focus of this tour is history, architecture and skyline views.
Children and young teens might not enjoy this tour. This tour is meant for adults and maybe older teens who have an interest in history.
Tour operates in all weather conditions.