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In New York, you're always a moment away from history. Explore historic houses and New York City's greatest parks through free and low-cost local tours. Expert tour guides will lead you through some of our most impressive public spaces, sharing their insights on topics ranging from history, to nature, to environmental sustainability. Educational tours geared towards children are also regularly available throughout the year.
Tours Events
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Fall Volunteer Days at the Bronx River Foodway
at Concrete Plant Park, Bronx
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Support morning stewardship, which includes gardening and beautifying of New York City's only edible food forest. Join us as well for some tours around our food forest.
Free!
Kids
River Project: Wetlab Look-Ins
at Hudson River Park's Pier 40, Manhattan 
3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Experience the Park like never before by meeting Hudson River wildlife face to face at our Wetlab on HRPK's Pier 40!
Free!
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Thursday, October 28, 2021
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.
Exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationship between nature, culture, and site. Public gallery tours of the exhibitions are led by Gallery Greeters.
Free!
River Project: Wetlab Look-Ins
at Hudson River Park's Pier 40, Manhattan
3:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Experience the Park like never before by meeting Hudson River wildlife face to face at our Wetlab on HRPK's Pier 40!
Free!
Candlelight Ghost Tours of “Manhattan’s Most Haunted House”
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Venture into the Merchant's House Museum to hear chilling tales of otherworldly activity, the results of paranormal investigations, and the latest stunning findings.
Event
'Super Spooky' Candlelight Ghost Tour with a Paranormal Investigator
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
10:30 p.m.–11:59 p.m.
Join paranormal investigator Dan Sturges on a 90-minute Super Spooky Candlelight Ghost Tour for an in-depth look at the latest research and findings.
Event
Friday, October 29, 2021
Candlelight Ghost Tours of “Manhattan’s Most Haunted House”
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Venture into the Merchant's House Museum to hear chilling tales of otherworldly activity, the results of paranormal investigations, and the latest stunning findings.
"Super Spooky" Candlelight Ghost Tour with a Paranormal Investigator
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
10:30 p.m.–11:59 p.m.
Last year, the museum closed due to COVID-19, leaving the house empty of staff and visitors. Dan Sturges, who has undertaken paranormal investigations at the Merchant’s House for…
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Saturday, October 30, 2021
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–11:45 p.m.
Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in a unique environment.
Candlelight Ghost Tours of “Manhattan’s Most Haunted House”
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
6:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Venture into the Merchant's House Museum to hear chilling tales of otherworldly activity, the results of paranormal investigations, and the latest stunning findings.
Event
"Super Spooky" Candlelight Ghost Tour with a Paranormal Investigator
at Merchant's House Museum, Manhattan
10:30 p.m.–11:59 p.m.
Join paranormal investigator Dan Sturges on a 90-minute Super Spooky Candlelight Ghost Tour for an in-depth look at the latest research and findings.
Monday, November 1, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Thursday, November 4, 2021
Fall Foliage Tour
at Visitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Tour Snug Harbor when the autumn colors are at their most beautiful! The Fall Foliage Tour begins at the Visitor Info Booth on Chapel Road.
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.
Exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationship between nature, culture, and site. Public gallery tours of the exhibitions are led by Gallery Greeters.
Free!
Saturday, November 6, 2021
Autumn Mushroom Walk with Expert Mycologist Paul Sadowski
at Seaman Avenue and Isham Street Entrance (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
We will walk among the park’s varied habitats in search of mushrooms large and small, edible, inedible or just plain poisonous.
Free!
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–11:45 p.m.
Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in a unique environment.
Fall Foliage Tour
at Visitor Information Booth (in Snug Harbor Cultural Center), Staten Island
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Tour Snug Harbor when the autumn colors are at their most beautiful! The Fall Foliage Tour begins at the Visitor Info Booth on Chapel Road.
Sunday, November 7, 2021
Autumn Highlights Garden Tour with Public Garden Designer Ronda M. Brands
at Heather Garden (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join a behind-the-scenes look at the particular design emphasis on the garden’s autumn assets, and the plant selections made to ensure a remarkable blend of fall colors.
Free!
Monday, November 8, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Thursday, November 11, 2021
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.
Exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationship between nature, culture, and site. Public gallery tours of the exhibitions are led by Gallery Greeters.
Free!
Saturday, November 13, 2021
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–11:45 p.m.
Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in a unique environment.
Bilingual Mansion and Grounds Orientation (en Español)
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
A bilingual MJM educator will introduce visitors to the exciting history and beautiful grounds surrounding Morris-Jumel Mansion. Free with registration.
Free!
Sunday, November 14, 2021
World's Fair History Walk
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join us for a free walking tour with Alliance docents to a dozen remaining World's Fair buildings, monuments and sculptures in the park.
Free!
Monday, November 15, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Thursday, November 18, 2021
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.
Exhibitions at Glyndor Gallery explore the dynamic relationship between nature, culture, and site. Public gallery tours of the exhibitions are led by Gallery Greeters.
Free!
Saturday, November 20, 2021
Walking Tour of Harlem Historic Parks
at Jackie Robinson Park, Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for a walking tour led by the Urban Park Rangers to learn about the history and cultures of Jackie Robinson Park, Colonel Charles Young Playground, and Holcombe Rucker Park and Playground.
Free!
Farmhouse Family Day: Natural Dyes
at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us in using plants from our garden to dye and color fabrics!
Free!
Kids
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–11:45 p.m.
Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in a unique environment.
Monday, November 22, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Saturday, November 27, 2021
Public Gallery Tour
at Glyndor Gallery (in Wave Hill), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–11:45 p.m.
Visitors can expect an in-depth look at artworks on view in Glyndor Gallery and in the Sunroom Project Space, showcasing the work of both emerging and established artists in a unique environment.
Tour of Washington Square Park
at Holley Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join a Washington Square Park Conservancy docent for a free tour and learn about the expansive and colorful history of this space.
Free!
Monday, November 29, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Monday, December 6, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, December 8, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Bilingual Mansion and Grounds Orientation (en Español)
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
A bilingual MJM educator will introduce visitors to the exciting history and beautiful grounds surrounding Morris-Jumel Mansion. Free with registration.
Free!
Monday, December 13, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Monday, December 20, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Ride, Walk, See
at Track (in Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center), Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Exercise and nature in one involving bikes and walking sessions
Free! Recreation Center Membership required
Saturday, December 25, 2021
Tour of Washington Square Park
at Holley Plaza (in Washington Square Park), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join a Washington Square Park Conservancy docent for a free tour and learn about the expansive and colorful history of this space.
Free!
Saturday, January 8, 2022
Bilingual Mansion and Grounds Orientation (en Español)
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
11:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
A bilingual MJM educator will introduce visitors to the exciting history and beautiful grounds surrounding Morris-Jumel Mansion. Free with registration.
Free!
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