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    Revolutionary Era Landmark Walking Tour

    What did New York City look like in the 1770's? There was no Empire State Building or falafel carts. There wasn't even dollar pizza! On this tour, uncover the secrets of historic lower Manhattan as you experience a compelling tale of NYC life during the 1770's. As you stroll through the bustling side streets, you'll visit historic landmarks like St. Paul's Chapel, Battery Park, and Trinity Church. Walking through the streets, you will pause and re-imagine the sounds and smells of different cultures flocking to this American paradise. Oh, and as you go, don't forget the British officers patrolling the streets. Discover an unfamiliar world inside your familiar terrain.
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    Revolutionary Era Landmark Walking Tour

    Financial Disctrict, New York

    • Learn about NYC's Dutch beginnings and its strategic significance in 1776
    • Hear about the feuding factions and political intrigues that pit neighbor against neighbor, patriot against loyalist
    • Listen to stories about local heroes like the Sons of Liberty
    • Learn about newspaper publishers who fanned the flames on both sides
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    Revolutionary Era Walking Tour

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    What did New York City look like in the 1770's? There was no Empire State Building or falafel carts. There wasn't even dollar pizza! On this tour, uncover the secrets of historic lower Manhattan as you experience a compelling tale of NYC life during the 1770's. As you stroll through the bustling side streets, you'll visit historic landmarks like St. Paul's Chapel, Battery Park, and Trinity Church. Walking through the streets, you will pause and re-imagine the sounds and smells of different cultures flocking to this American paradise. Oh, and as you go, don't forget the British officers patrolling the streets. Discover an unfamiliar world inside your familiar terrain.
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    Revolutionary Era Walking Tour

    City Hall Park, New York

    • Learn about NYC's Dutch beginnings and its strategic significance in 1776
    • Hear about the feuding factions and political intrigues that pit neighbor against neighbor, patriot against loyalist
    • Listen to stories about local heroes like the Sons of Liberty
    • Learn about newspaper publishers who fanned the flames on both sides
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    2 positive reviews
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    Central Park TV & Movie Sites Tour

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    What do Almost Famous, When Harry Met Sally, and Home Alone 2 have in common? Don't say children! Each film features iconic scenes in Central Park. Manhattan's majestic oasis perfectly embodies New York City, and film directors flocked to the monuments, statues, and fountains littered throughout the Park. With forty locations, you'll have plenty of time to walk the same walk as celebrities have in the past, and pose for a few photos while you're at it. If you're a movie-buff, this is the dream tour you've been waiting for.
    Central Park TV & Movie Sites Tour

    Midtown, New York

    • View iconic Central Park locations from some of the world's most famous movies and TV shows
    • Walk the same areas as many actors have in the past
    • Learn about each location's history and place in the city
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    8 positive reviews
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    Gossip Girls Sites Tour

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    Enter the playground of your favorite Upper East Siders, literally. Become an expert on the life of Manhattan's elite and indulge in the life of a young socialite. First, you'll venture to the luxurious New York Palace Hotel, stepping into Gilt, the fine dining restaurant of grilled cheese and truffle oil. From there, enter the swanky world of Madison Avenue. Dress the part of your favorite gossip girl from the shops and restaurants to the upper-crust lifestyle. This tour speaks extravagance and excitement. Tune in your inner Serena for a tour unlike any other.
    Gossip Girls Sites Tour

    455 Madison Ave, New York

    • Enter the playground of your favorite Upper East Siders!
    • Get a glimpse at Constance Billard & St. Jude’s schools, where the characters attended school
    • Peek inside the Vera Wang boutique where Blair tried on her very first wedding gown
    • Take a photo-op at Grand Central Terminal where Serena returned to NYC in the first episode
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    9 positive reviews
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    Sex and the City Hotspots Tour

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    Miranda, Charlotte, Samantha, Carrie... and NYC were the true stars of Sex and the City. In this interactive tour, you'll drink where they drank, shop where they shopped, and talk where they gossiped. It's the real deal. Whether you're obsessed with the show, a tourist looking to explore NYC's trendy and unique neighborhoods, or maybe being dragged to the tour because of a "friend," this experience pleases each and every attendee. Venture into the trendy neighborhood, MePa, where the girls frequent. Indulge in cupcakes like when Carrie confides in Miranda about Aidan. From Midtown to the Village, and Fashionistas to Bachelorettes, live the life of the City gals.
    Sex and the City Hotspots Tour

    Midtown, New York

    • Follow in the footsteps of Miranda, Charlotte, Samantha, and Carrie
    • Visit famous spots from the show
    • Immerse in the vibe as a local actress gives you behind-the-scenes trivia
    • Hop and off the bus as you take photos of the sites
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    10 positive reviews
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    New York TV & Movie Sites Tour

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    Did you know NYC is the world's most filmed city? Everyone from Crocodile Dundee to Jerry Seinfeld, that group of Friends, and even the Muppets took their film credits here. Now, it's time for you to witness the inspiration for "Devil Wears Prada" or "that one coffee shop from Friends." With over forty film locations, On Location Tours will take you to some of the iconic spots in Hollywood history. View the Flatiron Building from Godzilla, and the FAO Schwartz from Breakfast at Tiffany's. This tour guarantees to be a memorable experience for everybody involved. Don't forget your camera!
    New York TV & Movie Sites Tour

    Times Square, New York

    • Visit your favorite Friends at the iconic Friends apartment building
    • Stop by Washington Square Park, as seen in Girls, The Mindy Project, Glee, Someone
    • Great, and When Harry Met Sally
    • Get a glimpse at popular hotels as seen in American Hustle, Ocean’s 8, and Home
    • Alone 2
    • Pass by famous sites as seen in The Office and Modern Family
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    14 positive reviews
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    Samurai Sword Fighting - Bushwick

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    You are the one that has seen every Bruce Lee movie and loves Japanese culture. This samurai sword fighting class dedicated to Samurai Sword Soul Style is the perfect way to feed those interests. Each class will walk you through a 3-step process based on Waki Style Tate, Kendo, Karate, Iaido and Japanese Classical Dance. First, you will practice basic sword techniques, such as gripping, breathing, and footwork. Next, you will experiment with sword contact via offensive and defensive moves. Finally, you'll learn choreography, which recognizes samurai sword fighting as both a martial and performing art. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their concentration and try something entirely new, you'll channel that inner samurai in no time!
    Samurai Sword Fighting - Bushwick

    304 Boerum St, Brooklyn

    • Learn basic sword techniques such as gripping, breathing, cutting, and positioning
    • Practice fundamentals through exciting choreography in one-on-one or one-versus-many situations
    • No experience necessary
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    41 positive reviews
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    Drunk Shakespeare - Balcony Seats

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    Performing a full Shakespeare play is hard. Performing a Shakespeare play while wasted is just as hard, however, so much more entertaining! Sit back and watch as 1 person from this talented team of actors take at least 5 shots of whiskey, then try to act out, let alone remember, one of The Bard's master works. The result is exciting, hilarious, passionate, and totally unpredictable. Like Macbeth said, Drink, sir, is a great provoker -- and provoke they will! Prepare to be wildly entertained by professional drinkers with a serious Shakespeare problem.
    Drunk Shakespeare - Balcony Seats

    11 Hanover Square, New York

    • Experience the intoxicating thrill of live theater with Drunk Shakespeare
    • Watch actors take several shots and then try to perform a Shakespeare play
    • Laugh at liquor-inspired interpretations of classic characters
    • Indulge in libations of your own as you watch the performance
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    329 positive reviews
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