Discover how to plan the ultimate NYC day with Like a Local Tours. Ideal for group celebrations, bachelorette parties, and corporate outings. Walk, eat, and explore like a true New Yorker.

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Planning a group outing in New York City can feel overwhelming. Between the endless options and tourist traps, it’s tough to create a day that’s both authentic and memorable, especially if you’re trying to impress out-of-towners, celebrate a special occasion, or just get your crew together for a day that doesn’t suck.

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That’s where Like a Local Tours comes in.

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Since 2014, Like a Local has been redefining what a sightseeing tour can be. Forget the buses and selfie sticks. These are immersive, entertaining, and totally delicious experiences designed to help you connect - with the city, with your group, and with the people who give NYC its soul.

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Here’s how to build the perfect group itinerary in NYC, whether you’re planning a birthday, bachelorette, corporate offsite, or friends’ weekend, and why **Like a Local Tours** is your secret weapon for doing it right.

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First, Pick Your Vibe

Like a Local offers both public and private tours across Manhattan and Brooklyn, each with its own distinct personality. Want iconic NYC landmarks plus amazing eats? Craving cool, off-the-beaten-path Brooklyn neighborhoods? Interested in local artists, women-owned businesses, or architectural gems? There’s something for every kind of crew.

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Top Tours for Groups

1. Chelsea Market, High Line & Hudson Yards Food & History Tour

Perfect for: First-timers, foodies, and photo lovers

This is Like a Local’s most popular public tour, and for good reason. It combines incredible food (enough for lunch!) with iconic sights like the High Line and the Vessel. Available every day of the week.

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2. Immigrant New York: Lower East Side, Chinatown & Little Italy Food Tour

Perfect for: History buffs, cultural explorers, and hungry humans

Take your group on a deep dive into NYC’s immigrant roots while sampling flavors from around the globe. A truly rich and flavorful journey.

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3. Williamsburg Bites: A Brooklyn Foodie Adventure

Perfect for: Hipster-cool friend groups, birthday crews, and food-focused celebrations

This private tour is a love letter to Williamsburg, the neighborhood where founder Lauren Beebe first fell in love with the magic of local NYC. From BBQ to pastries, this is Brooklyn at its best.

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4. Private Nomad & Flatiron Architecture & Food Tour

Perfect for: Corporate groups and architecture lovers

Great food and gorgeous buildings? Yes, please. This private option includes stops at Eataly and one of NYC’s best bagels—and it’s Fodor’s-recommended, too.

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Add Meaning to Your Meal

What sets Like a Local Tours apart isn’t just their incredible guides or tasty bites. It’s their mission.

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Founder Lauren Beebe started the company from her own neighborhood roots, crafting itineraries for friends based on her love for Brooklyn’s independent shops, women-owned bakeries, and eco-conscious makers. Today, her tours still reflect that original spirit.

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“Our tours include social impact initiatives and aim to support non-profits, women- and minority-owned businesses as much as possible. Our goal isn’t just to feed you, it’s to make you feel”

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Your group won’t just be eating; you’ll be giving back, supporting small businesses, and learning the real stories behind the storefronts.

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Make It Private (and Personalized)

Celebrating something big? Want a fully customized experience? Like a Local offers private group tours tailored to your vibe, whether that’s a street art workshop in Bushwick or a dessert crawl through the West Village.

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They’re experts at curating the perfect mix of food, fun, and local flavor - plus, they’re pros at handling the logistics (hello, big group reservations).

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Brain Food + Belly Food = The Best Day Ever

Like a Local Tours aren’t just tasty. They’re smart, too.

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Each tour is led by licensed guides with incredible storytelling skills. You’ll walk away with a full stomach and a whole new appreciation for NYC’s layered history, from the immigrant entrepreneurs of Little Italy to the creative trailblazers of Red Hook.

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They’ve earned over 1,500 five-star reviews for a reason.

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Plan Your Perfect NYC Day: Step-by-Step

Step 1: Choose your borough (Manhattan or Brooklyn?)

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Step 2: Pick your tour based on your group’s style

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Step 3: Decide on public or private

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Step 4: Let Like a Local handle the rest!

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Whether you’re planning a bachelorette party, team outing, or just trying to impress your out-of-town besties, Like a Local makes it easy, and meaningful.

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