"This
tour covers a lot of ground—more than 300 years’
worth—even if it only spans about four city blocks.
Along the way, fourth-generation East Villager Eric Ferrara
explains how, generations ago, anything below 14th Street
was considered the Lower East Side, and makes a convincing
case that the E-Vill, once the stomping grounds of the Astors,
is returning to its aristocratic heyday."
-Time
Out New York review
"Any trip to NYC should include
a tour of the Lower East Side.. (The guide's) knowledge
will bring to life the gangsters of the late 19th and early
20th century... Once you've learned about this area, you'll
be eager to return for more."
-The
Suzy Guides review
"All the legendary bad guys did
time on the Lower East Side: Lucky Luciano, Al Capone, Bugsy
Siegel. Instead of trying to figure them out with movies-on-demand
and pulp bios, follow in their footsteps, literally."
-Staten
Island Advance
"The East Village Drinking Tour
makes it possible to meet new people and drink…with
a purpose! Cheers! Who says history is boring? Make it an
educational party along St. Marks Place – the world
famous epicenter of radical arts and activism... An expert
local guide shares all the juicy tidbits about the area’s
most outrageous movements, uprisings, influences and characters
as you hit up bars that have seen more action than sailors
on shore leave. All the greats have been here: Houdini.
Lincoln. Sinatra. Warhol. Madonna. Your momma is missing
out!"
-GayListDaily
"We've done lots of walking tours
in cities round the world; this one ranks as one of the
best. It's a real privilege to have a guide who is not only
knowledgeable about historical,political, social and cultural
aspects but is also so passionate about his own area and
heritage. Many thanks - we'll recommend this tour to everyone
coming to New York."
-Bernadette and Frank A., Sydney, Australia
"Whether you're into punk rock or
the immigrant history of the Lower East Side, the East Village
Walking Tour offers a wealth of insight into the history
and culture of this diverse New York City neighborhood."
-About.com
review
"Your passion for the neighborhood
gave it such an impact. We took another tour of NYC, and
while it was very scholarly and informative, it didn't have
the personal touch yours did. We always enjoy NYC and your
tour will be one of our memorable events!"
- Terri B., Piketon, Ohio
"This is the most authentic NYC
tour I have ever been on. Thank you, I had a blast."
-Percy D., Sacramento, CA
"This was really enjoyable. I have
lived here for over 20 years and it turns out I didn't know
anything about my own neighborhood before this tour..."
-Stephen L., East Village, NY
"I'm going to tell all of my students
about this..."
-Aralyn P., UES, NY
"It is great to get to know
a city through someone who has lived there for
a long time and knows all the little stories. I will
definitely recommend this tour to anyone."
-Susanne A., Germany
"Every American owes it to themself
to take this tour... (our guide) passionately detailed the
birth of a modern nation; from farms to skyscrapers. It
was incredible story-telling, thank you!"
-Susan Bishop, TX
"Interesting and informative from
both a historical and political perspective. It really brought
me up to date on the current struggles of East Village residents
to retain the culture of a neighborhood hit so hard by gentrification..."
-Leah G., Queens, NY
"My family is visiting next month
and I am treating them to this tour..."
-Arturo A., East Village, NY
"Our guide was a fourth generation
East Village//New Yorker. This is the most authentic tour
in NYC. Treat yourself to this tour if you want more than
someone reading to you from a script!"
- Anne G., Boston, MA
"Wow! Real New York by real New
Yorkers! What a concept! (The Gangsters, Murderers, and
Weirdos tour was) better than any bus or student tour I
have ever taken, hands down. We had a lot of fun and I learned
a whole lot. You guys rock."
-Elliot Demsky, LI, NY
