DRINKS TOURS · NEW YORK CITY BOOZY TOURS
Good drinks tours sell out weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of NYC’s 3-hour bar and rooftop tour, with insider hosts, free entry, speakeasies, cocktails, nightlife tips, and practical advice.
“Gwynn was awesome and I would highly recommend this tour. She took us to 4 bars that we never would have found on our own. It was a great introduction to the NYC!”
Cruise New York Harbor at night on a 1920s-style yacht, with skyline views, the Statue of Liberty, assigned seating, and one included drink.
“My girlfriend and I very much enjoyed this! The city lights at night from the water were mesmerizing. The moon was also full and eerily large that night which was cool to see. We cruised close to the Statue of Liberty and got a great look at it. It was the perfect temp out at 72F but with the wind from the boat moving it felt more like in the 50s. Everyone got a reserved table inside a windowed main cabin so we would just indulge on drinks to warm back up for a bit at our table then pop back up on deck. Def bring a jacket!”
Explore Greenwich Village nightlife with guided bar stops, games, live music, drink deals, and a late-night club finish.
“I texted the viator whatapp that I will be late in 5min to meeting place and it mention will help me informed the tour Incharge but I reach the meeting place no one there and called the help desk and difficult to provide me a right answer. Disappointed”
Sail Manhattan Harbor aboard Clipper City for Statue of Liberty views, skyline photos, a full bar, and a hands-on 90-minute cruise.
“From start to finish this was just fantastic and really friendly. The crew were fantastic and the booking crew went out of there way to help”
Explore Midtown’s Prohibition past on a three-hour bar tour with expert guides, three venues, express entry, and practical nightlife tips.
“The bars were great. Beautiful bars. I never know where to go in nyc. Now I do.”
Review of NYC’s 4th of July fireworks cruise with buffet, drinks, DJ, skyline views, practical tips, food notes, and value advice.
“It was amazing. The food The atmosphere The fireworks The music people I want to do it again”
Explore three concealed New York speakeasies with Alex, learn Prohibition history, skip lines, and enjoy a small-group night out for $35.
“Outstanding locations and such a kind, knowledgeable guide! Fantastic tour!! I’d recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience speakeasies you would never find on your own and learn so much about each. It was incredible.”
Review of NYC’s $28 pub crawl, with four venues, drink deals, included shots, rooftop club access, dress code, and practical tips.
“As the tour guide was walking very fast, she didn't pay attention to the group at all. What's more, she was going so fast in windy weather that I fell on my hand and broke my wrist and had to go to hospital as an emergency. In other words, I didn't get to experience it at all.”
Review the NYC 4th of July family fireworks cruise with BBQ, open bar, DJ, skyline views, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“We were very far away from the fireworks. The food wasn't great. We had to queue for an hour in the heat before boarding and then the bar wasn't open. There were not enough chairs on the top deck to accommodate the number of people.”
Review of Brooklyn’s 3.5-hour brewery tour, with 12 beer samples, Metro travel, VIP access, snacks, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“My girlfriend and I booked this impulsively on our one year anniversary. It wasn’t too much or exhausting and was honestly so insanely fun. If you’re a New York local and looking for something adventurous (and love beer) this was perfectttt and worth the money.”
Review of NYC’s 2-hour bottomless brunch cruise, with 3-course dining, skyline views, landmark narration, seating choices, and practical tips.
“it was amazing first time trying this and we had an absolute blast”
Review of NYC’s Cornucopia Majesty New Year’s Eve cruise, with buffet, open bar, DJ, reserved seating, fireworks, value, and practical tips.
“We had to wait in line for a very long time and were seated with strangers. Plastic cups for drinks. Long lines at the buffet. We spent an hour standing at the harbor.”
Explore Hell’s Kitchen bars, speakeasies and rooftop lounges with NYC stories, express entry, contests and a lively international group.
“Absolutely brilliant, so much fun. If you are unsure whether to book - do it - you won’t regret it! Our host called Wow - what a superstar! Loved him!”
Taste three Greenwich Village pizza styles, sip beer in storied bars, and hear colorful tales on a small-group NYC walking tour.
“Had a great tour from Lydia. As the only 2 people booked on the tour we had a bit of a customised itinerary, but it was great to hear the history & famous past residents, as well as hang out with a resident new yorker! The 3 pizza sites and 2 beers were great, this part of the city was one of our favourites to explore. All in all a great couple of hours & good value for money”
Review of NYC Drag Highlights, a two-hour Hell’s Kitchen bar crawl with a drag queen host, drink, live show, and dancing.
“This was my first time at a drag show and it was amazing! The cast was gorgeous & talented. They put on a fantastic show. Hanging out with a drag queen was a nice touch! Liz was a great guide and very helpful during the entire night. I feel lucky to have stumbled upon this! This was my first time at a drag show and it was amazing! The cast was gorgeous & talented. They put on a fantastic show. Hanging out with a drag queen was a nice touch! Liz was a great guide and very helpful during the entire night.”
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