Take the original SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown walking tour. Over a decade ago, Tours by Foot combined these iconic neighborhoods into a highlight walking tour. It's such a great idea, other tour companies have copied it.
SoHo's Cast Iron District: Discover the architectural charm of SoHo’s Cast Iron District, home to the world’s largest collection of cast iron buildings. These iconic structures, dating back to the late 19th century, showcase intricate facades and expansive windows, making them a favorite among architects and photographers alike.
Haughwout Building: Marvel at the historic Haughwout Building, a pioneering structure completed in 1857. Known as the site of the world’s first passenger elevator, this landmark blends Italianate design with cutting-edge advancements of its time.
Heath Ledger's Apartment Building: Fans of Heath Ledger will recognize his former apartment in this neighborhood, a subtle yet meaningful stop where admirers can pay tribute to the late actor’s life and legacy.
Little Italy: Step into Little Italy, a vibrant neighborhood brimming with Italian-American history. The cobblestone streets, authentic bakeries, and lively festivals create an unforgettable atmosphere that captures the essence of old-world Italy.
Lombardi’s Pizza: No visit to Little Italy is complete without passing by Lombardi’s Pizza, America’s first pizzeria. Opened in 1905, this iconic eatery continues to serve some of the best slices New York City has to offer.
Canal and Mott Streets: At the intersection of Canal and Mott Streets, you’ll find the cultural crossroads of Chinatown and Little Italy. This bustling area is perfect for exploring the sights, sounds, and flavors of two distinct yet interwoven communities.
Former Five Points District: Uncover the gritty history of the former Five Points District, the notorious neighborhood depicted in Gangs of New York. Once rife with crime and poverty, this area has transformed over the years, while still retaining echoes of its storied past.
Film and TV locations, including Ghost, Sex in the City, and Men in Black
and much more!
Take the original SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown walking tour. Over a decade ago, Tours by Foot combined these iconic neighborhoods into a highlight walking tour. It's such a great idea, other tour companies have copied it.
Join Tours by Foot for a 2-hour guided exploration of New York City’s most dynamic neighborhoods—SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown. This isn’t just a walk—it’s an immersive experience into the history, culture, and character of these renowned areas.
Get ready to marvel at the cast-iron architecture of SoHo, explore Little Italy's vibrant heritage, and step into the hustle and bustle of life in Chinatown.
You’ll encounter landmarks, tales of bygone eras, and the unique charm of each neighborhood along the way.
Tour Highlights:
Walk through SoHo's Cast Iron District and admire its architectural beauty, including the famous Haughwout Building.
Spot Heath Ledger’s Apartment Building, a touchstone of modern celebrity culture.
Visit Little Italy, home to rich culinary traditions and iconic landmarks like Lombardi’s Pizza, America’s first pizzeria.
Visit Little Italy on the original SoHo, Little Italy, Chinatown walking tour
Wander the lively streets of Chinatown, including bustling Canal and Mott Streets, and experience street vendor culture (perfect for practicing your bargaining skills!).
Explore the Former Five Points District, a neighborhood infamous for its gritty history, as featured in Gangs of New York.
Stand where movie magic happened with visits to filming locations from Ghost, Sex and the City, Men in Black, and other beloved titles.
Easily recommendable! To see the places where real history took place and to learn of real people who came from Harlem and made changes in the world was very interesting and valuable. Lady Altovise knew her stuff! She was fun and engaging while telling true and inspirational stories. Gives me pride for Harlem and our country. A tour to do while you’re in NY!
I took a Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO sightseeing tour with Renee from Tours by Foot, and she was absolutely incredible. As a New Yorker, I’m always curious to learn more about my own city, and I feel like I hit the jackpot with Renee as my guide. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and full of fascinating history and stories.
In one fantastic walk over the bridge, I learned far more than I expected to in just a few hours. I highly recommend Renee to anyone looking for a memorable, informative, and enjoyable sightseeing experience.
Michael was a fantastic tour guide. His enthusiasm and knowledge was so appreciated by all of us. He is definitely a great ambassador for the best of NYC.
Had the best experience with Lady Altovise on her Saturday afternoon tour of Harlem. My mother discovered her on YouTube and booked her for us to experience while my parents visited. I’ve lived in Harlem for 10 years and still learned so much. She was amazing!
Lady Altovise did an outstanding & professional tour of Harlem! The Soul of Harlem Stroll: History & Heritage Tour was so entertaining and informative! You must take it if you’re visiting NYC! ATL Fans!
Great overall experience. Miss Altovise was fun, funny, knowledgeable, welcoming during this walking tour. It was a beautiful day and we were able to see lots of sites, people, and street entertainment throughout the trip. She welcomes questions which was fun!
Altovise was AMAZING!!! We have been in NYC for five days and have taken multiple walking tours of the city, but this was by far the most entertaining and enlightening tour we took! We could not recommend Altovise enough!
Lady has been a really great tour guide. Her vibe and her knowledge make her an amazing professional. She knows the neighborhood, and the neighborhood knows her!
We took this tour through Brooklyn and it was amazing! Even though I knew the neighborhood I had no idea of the amount of history and fun facts I’ve learned. I’ll take more of these tours when I return to NYC. Renee was a delight and so knowledgeable!
Renee’s Brooklyn tour was really terrific! She is knowledgeable, warm and down to earth. We learned a ton and had so much fun! We hope to take her Greenwich Village tour too!
This late review is about the Greenwich Village Neighborhood Tour I joined back in June 2024. The guide Renee was awesome! She was fun and knowledgeable. She knew a lot about the neighbourhood and could give us direction very precisely. I joined the Chinatown tour by another company and it was boring...Renee's pace was not too fast but we still got to visit different places. She also educated us with local social etiquette. I really enjoy her tour. PS. If you are a fan of Friends, you will walk pass the building which the show used as transition.
The Tour with Michael was great. If you want to get information about New York and his buildings he is the one you should ask. Great Tour, greate gut.
Highly recommended.
Such an incredible tour! Super interesting, with so many important historical details. We loved every second of it. Our tour guide was so fun and knowledgeable, would highly highly recommend booking!
Michael was fantastic! He went far beyond just a tour and was able to answer a variety of questions from our group! I highly recommend him and this tour!
SoHo's Cast Iron District: Discover the architectural charm of SoHo’s Cast Iron District, home to the world’s largest collection of cast iron buildings. These iconic structures, dating back to the late 19th century, showcase intricate facades and expansive windows, making them a favorite among architects and photographers alike.
Haughwout Building: Marvel at the historic Haughwout Building, a pioneering structure completed in 1857. Known as the site of the world’s first passenger elevator, this landmark blends Italianate design with cutting-edge advancements of its time.
Heath Ledger's Apartment Building: Fans of Heath Ledger will recognize his former apartment in this neighborhood, a subtle yet meaningful stop where admirers can pay tribute to the late actor’s life and legacy.
Little Italy: Step into Little Italy, a vibrant neighborhood brimming with Italian-American history. The cobblestone streets, authentic bakeries, and lively festivals create an unforgettable atmosphere that captures the essence of old-world Italy.
Lombardi’s Pizza: No visit to Little Italy is complete without passing by Lombardi’s Pizza, America’s first pizzeria. Opened in 1905, this iconic eatery continues to serve some of the best slices New York City has to offer.
Canal and Mott Streets: At the intersection of Canal and Mott Streets, you’ll find the cultural crossroads of Chinatown and Little Italy. This bustling area is perfect for exploring the sights, sounds, and flavors of two distinct yet interwoven communities.
Former Five Points District: Uncover the gritty history of the former Five Points District, the notorious neighborhood depicted in Gangs of New York. Once rife with crime and poverty, this area has transformed over the years, while still retaining echoes of its storied past.
Film and TV locations, including Ghost, Sex in the City, and Men in Black
and much more!
Known for its cobblestone streets and cast-iron architecture, SoHo is an iconic area carries a unique charm that draws visitors from around the globe
Tour Information:
Tour departs from Spring Street Park in SoHo, on the southwest corner of Spring Street and Avenue of the Americas (6th Avenue) (map).
Tour ends in Columbus Park on Mulberry & Bayard Streets (map).
Tour lasts 2 hours. Total walking is about 1.5 miles (3km).
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