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Explore Queens with this authored tour by Andrea Careri. From the LIC skyline and Flushing's Chinatown to Little India and Spider-Man's home in Forest Hills. End with the Roosevelt Island Tramway in a unique multicultural journey through the heart of New York City.
Explore Queens, New York's most multicultural borough, on an exclusive walking tour created by writer Andrea Careri. The journey begins with breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline from Long Island City and the iconic Pepsi-Cola sign at Gantry Plaza State Park. We continue to Flushing, Queens' vibrant Asian hub, where Chinese food markets and Japanese manga shops create a unique atmosphere, before diving into the energy of Jackson Heights, the heart of Colombian culture and a filming location for "Coming to America."
As we move into Little India and Little Nepal, you will be enveloped by the scents of spice markets and the vibrant colors of sari shops. The tour also includes a visit to the elegant villas of Forest Hills, where we will discover Peter Parker’s (Spider-Man) childhood home. The experience concludes with a scenic farewell on Roosevelt Island, returning to Manhattan on the iconic cable car. A sensory journey blending tradition, cinema, and modernity for an unforgettable experience.
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Additional Information
● Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the tour departure time
● This tour operates with a minimum of 2 passengers; if this minimum is not met, an alternative time or date or a full refund will be offered
● Groups are limited to a maximum of 15 people
● The tour is not recommended for people with back problems or mobility difficulties
● Bringing a bottle of water and wearing comfortable clothes and shoes is recommended
● Not permitted for children under 6 years old
● Strollers or wheelchairs are not allowed
Inclusions
✔ Local guide in the selected language
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
✖ Public transport fare
✖ Entrance fees, meals, and drinks unless expressly specified in the tour inclusions
✖ Other services not specified
Cancellation policy
Cancellation free of charge up to 24 hours before the service.
No refund will be given for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the service or for no-shows.
Meeting point
The tour begins at 9:30 a.m. at Whole Foods Market: 1095 6th Ave, New York County, New York 10036, New York, USA.