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Things to do in Brooklyn

27 experiences — hand-picked & rephrased

Top 25 things to do in Brooklyn

  1. Private transfer between Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and Manhattan, Brooklyn01

    1. Private transfer between Brooklyn Cruise Terminal and Manhattan

    45 minFrom₹15,184/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    One-way private transfer, door-to-door service, economy or luxury vehicle options, all taxes and fees included for a smooth travel experience.

  2. TV and movie filming locations tour in Brooklyn, Brooklyn02

    2. TV and movie filming locations tour in Brooklyn

    6.5 hoursFrom₹9,306/ person
    Free cancellation

    Six and a half hours of exploring Williamsburg and DUMBO, featuring sites from 2 Broke Girls and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, with a guide knowledgeable about film history.

  3. Walking tour of Biggie Smalls' Brooklyn landmarks, Brooklyn03

    3. Walking tour of Biggie Smalls' Brooklyn landmarks

    5.0· 32 reviews2.5 hoursFrom₹7,837/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Two hours on foot — visit key locations from Biggie's childhood and career, guided by a passionate hip-hop fan.

    This tour was outstanding, and Marcus is an exceptional guide. His knowledge about Biggie is unmatched, and he combines humor with a fantastic accent. I highly recommend this experience and would gladly book it again.377robbied
  4. Coney Island history tour with a local guide, Brooklyn04

    4. Coney Island history tour with a local guide

    5.0· 17 reviews2 hoursFrom₹5,388/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmationLikely to sell out

    Two hours walking tour — explore Coney Island's history, innovations, and amusements with a lifelong resident of Brooklyn.

    Having participated in Dom’s Dumbo tour last year, we opted for the Coney Island tour this time and were not let down. Dom was engaging and knowledgeable throughout, despite mentioning he was still discovering new information. Even though we had visited the area before, we gained several fascinating insights and context. Thank you, Dom; we’re definitely planning to book more tours when we come back to wonderful Brooklyn.Johnthewatch
  5. Brooklyn Bridge walking tour with a local guide, Brooklyn05

    5. Brooklyn Bridge walking tour with a local guide

    5.0· 11 reviews1.5 hoursFrom₹1,959/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Ninety minutes on foot with a local guide — explore the Brooklyn Bridge’s history and its impact on New York City.

    Jon shared his extensive knowledge and enthusiasm about the topic. It was a wonderful experience filled with meaningful insights regarding this famous bridge.John_P
  6. Hasidic Brooklyn walking tour with a local guide, Brooklyn06

    6. Hasidic Brooklyn walking tour with a local guide

    5.0· 9 reviews3 hoursFrom₹6,759/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Two-hour guided walking tour — explore Hasidic Brooklyn with an insider, learning about daily life, rituals, and customs directly from a community member.

    You can gain insightful knowledge about this friendly community's education and clothing culture. The instructor demonstrates remarkable patience, fostering a strong connection among participants. Witnessing young students debate moral issues reveals how their educational values shape their identities, a method preserved for thousands of years. As the first visitor from northwest China, I noticed a common misconception about this community being static and traditional. In reality, their welcoming values are evident. The community embodies nature, honesty, and trust, with deep bonds among members. They adhere to their 613 commandments, which are ingrained in their existence. In this chaotic world, I admire their commitment to uphold such principles through generations.Zixuan_L
  7. Food and photo tour of Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, Brooklyn07

    7. Food and photo tour of Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO

    5.0· 2 reviews3 hoursFrom₹9,013/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Three-hour guided walking tour covering approximately 2 miles — taste dumplings, pizza, and doughnuts while capturing city views and memories along the way.

  8. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Grounds for Sculpture tour, Brooklyn08

    8. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Grounds for Sculpture tour

    5.0· 1 reviewsFrom₹9,894/ person
    Free cancellation

    Half-day tour from Brooklyn to BAPS Mandir in New Jersey, featuring bilingual guides and complimentary snacks.

    This place is truly beautiful, both indoors and outdoors. I highly recommend visiting if you have the chance. The atmosphere is peaceful and serene. We thoroughly enjoyed our time there, and found everything to be clean and well-organized.Paradise22022390666
  9. Private departure transfer from Brooklyn to NYC airports, Brooklyn09

    9. Private departure transfer from Brooklyn to NYC airports

    5.0· 1 reviews1.5 hoursFrom₹7,658/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Luxury or economy vehicle options. All taxes, tolls, gratuities included for a seamless airport transfer from Brooklyn.

    I arranged a private airport transfer from Brooklyn to LaGuardia Airport in a luxury sedan due to the outstanding reviews, and it certainly met my expectations. The service felt highly professional and considerate from the outset; the company reached out a few hours after my booking to express gratitude and inform me that driver details would be provided the night before, which assured me. My driver, Khalid, arrived 15 minutes early and texted me to let me know he was waiting whenever I was ready. He was excellent; upon my exit from the building, he assisted with my luggage and ensured the entire process was smooth. The car was immaculate, comfortable, and had a pleasant scent, contributing to a relaxing journey to the airport. Even after drop-off, Khalid helped with my bags at the airport and wished me a wonderful flight, which was a nice personal touch. Overall, I experienced professional, dependable, and truly warm service from beginning to end. I would gladly book this service again.Angela_W
  10. Custom chef knife crafting workshop in Brooklyn, Brooklyn10

    10. Custom chef knife crafting workshop in Brooklyn

    5.0· 1 reviews8 hoursFrom₹39,675/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmationLikely to sell out

    Hands-on workshop — create your own chef’s knife using traditional techniques, suitable for aspiring chefs and culinary enthusiasts alike.

    I had an incredible experience taking a chef knife forging class with Paulie. The entire team was friendly, engaging, and very patient, addressing all our queries. Our knife came out beautifully, and they exceeded expectations by playing my favorite band and personalizing the knife. The dinner date with wine and pizza was definitely worth it.rebeccacB300KA
  11. Brooklyn food tour with five tastings and sightseeing, Brooklyn11

    11. Brooklyn food tour with five tastings and sightseeing

    5.0· 67 reviews3 hoursFrom₹9,698/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Three hours walking through Dumbo and Brooklyn Heights, featuring five tastings from award-winning local restaurants and iconic views of the NYC skyline.

    Our guided tour with Janice was fantastic. We discovered and learned many things that we wouldn't have noticed on our own. The food samples were also delightful.Graham B
  12. Professional photography session in New York, Brooklyn12

    12. Professional photography session in New York

    5.0· 24 reviewsFrom₹29,681/ person
    Free cancellationInstant confirmation

    Private photography tour in Brooklyn — a local professional captures candid moments to preserve your travel memories.

    Our photographer, Saniya, exceeded our expectations. My sister and I scheduled a one-hour shoot, and it turned out to be an excellent decision. She made us feel at ease, assisted with poses, and had a warm, calming presence. She took us to some fantastic locations. This experience is definitely worth it.Lisa_O

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The activities ranked above are sorted by traveller rating and review count — start with the top 3 if you're short on time. Brooklyn is strongest on heritage walks, food tours and outdoor day trips; the listicle covers all three categories. Most experiences are 3–6 hours and can be combined with a morning visit to a landmark.

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