A Food Lover’s Guide to the Lower East Side: Must-Try Eateries
According to McKinsey, in 2023, New York City welcomed 62 million visitors. The city also expects its visitation rate to exceed pre-pandemic levels by 2025. Furthermore, the report says that the Big Apple’s tourists are going for more than just the city’s classic sights; many are also gearing toward food-related activities. If you belong to…
Understanding NYC’s Public Transportation: A Guide for Tourists
More than 62 million people visited New York City last year, including about 11 million international visitors-many of whom were left scratching their heads, wondering how to navigate our sprawling city. Whether you’re here to explore iconic landmarks, take in the culture, or join one of our Nice Guy Tours walking food tours, getting around…
Planning Your NYC Trip: Essential Tips for First-Time Visitors
Navigating the bustling streets of the city can feel like an overwhelming puzzle for first-time visitors to NYC. Where to start? Which attractions to prioritize? How to avoid the common tourist traps while still experiencing the authentic pulse of the city? Planning your NYC trip often comes with more questions than answers, especially when trying…
Understanding NYC’s Weather: What Visitors Can Expect Each Season
Did you know that New York City experiences an average of 234 days of sunshine annually? It’s one of the many reasons why people love visiting. But NYC has four separate seasons, each with its own tendencies and weather patterns. Planning a visit can be challenging without understanding the seasonal weather. Join us for this…
Travel Insurance & More During These Times
Nice Guy Tours has been so excited that traveling has started to open up again. It’s been a joy meeting so many new folks from all over again. That said, if you’re planning your next trip and want to have a backup plan in case of the unexpected, it could be issues like medical emergencies,…
Support Nice Guy Tours and NYC Businesses During Virus
Hello there! It’s your friendly neighborhood Dante. It’s felt unreal – like right out of a movie. These past few weeks, days…The virus. The panic. The closings and cancellations. With all that’s going on, I just wanted to say take care of yourselves, be smart and be kind. It’s also a good time to support…
That’s Italian! Two Great Items in the West Village
We sample arancini (rice ball) and soppressata (salami) at this historic Greenwich Village standby. The rice balls alone will have you leaping for joy.
Katz’s Deli – Stay for the Pastrami, Pose for a Picture
The best pastrami you’ll ever have. Period. But, it’s also so historical you just might want a photo in front of the storefront.
The Best Rugelach in New York
The word “Rugelach” in Yiddish means “little twists” – we try Russ and Daughter’s Raspberry ones and they are so darn good.
Molly’s in NYC – Make Your Own Cupcakes and More
Make your own – choose an inside, an outside, and a topping. I think I got that right – either way, these are the very best cupcakes you can have in Manhattan. That’s why they slayed Cupcake Wars.
But first coffee… Best Coffee Spot in Greenwich Village
Porto Rico Importing Co. has the distinction of being the only coffee place on both my Greenwich Village and Lower East Side tours.
Falafel So Good, You’ll be Over the Mamoun
Right in the heart of Greenwich Village in New York City, Mamoun’s Falafel has been serving up high quality, authentic Middle Eastern food since 1971.