Top New York City Wine, Beer & Spirits

Stroll through one of New York’s most atmospheric neighborhoods—and visit several beloved local watering holes—during this craft-beer-themed Greenwich Village tour. Set off with just a small group for company, and head to storied craft-beer bars, destination-worthy speakeasies, and other locals-frequented venues. As you go, soak up the neighborhood ambiance, enjoy several complimentary beers, and learn more about the city’s brewing scene.

Discover the Hamptons—a clutch of affluent seaside towns on Long Island about 90 miles (140 kilometers) from Manhattan—without fretting about car rental, trains, or buses on this day trip from NYC. Explore charming coastal villages, including Southampton and 300-year-old Sag Harbor; hear stories from a guide you might never learn otherwise; stop for a wine-tasting, and enjoy free time to bag bargains at Riverhead’s Tanger Outlets.

Discover the cultural delights and delectable bites of Brooklyn on a culinary walking tour of the Williamsburg neighborhood. Delve into the rich culinary history of the area with your guide, visiting iconic eateries to sample treats like homemade ice cream and what is considered the best pizza in Brooklyn. Pleasure your palate with tastings interspersed with vibrant street art and panoramic vistas of New York’s globally renowned skyline.

Take your New York City nightlife experience to new heights during this evening excursion to some of the city’s best rooftop bars and lounges. Check out Big Apple hotspots like Hudson Terrace, Sky Room, and Paramount Hotel, following your insider host to three venues to dance, mingle, and enjoy the trip’s included drinks (venue's choice). It’s a great way to hang out with the locals in a fun atmosphere while enjoying incredible New York skyline views. Your rooftop nightlife trip also includes cover charges, three drinks, and transport between venues. Minimum age is 21 yrs due to licensing regulations. ID required. Dress code must be followed.

Renowned for its dynamic atmosphere and its lively food scene, Williamsburg is an essential neighborhood to visit during your next trip to New York City. Explore its highlights, and do plenty of tasting, on a small-group walking tour. Stroll down Bedford Avenue, browse a local flea market, and enjoy a beer at Brooklyn Brewery. You’ll also dine on barbecue, attend a fiery hot sauce tasting, and much more. As you go, admire the neighborhood’s vibrant street art and its stellar views of the New York skyline.

Escape the towering Manhattan skyline and make your way to the North Fork of Long Island with this fun-filled wine tour of one of New York's top attractions. Sample selected wines from three carefully picked vineyards and enjoy the ease and convenience of round-trip hotel transportation from the city. This entertaining tour includes a gourmet picnic lunch catered by Perfect Picnic and a guide to answer questions throughout the day.

See four of the coolest, most memorable bars in historic Greenwich Village, a neighborhood famed for its legendary drinking establishments, on this evening guided tour. Learn about the history of the famed bohemian district while sipping drinks and doing shots. Get free admission to all four bars and, in some cases, a free shot!

Savor the traditional New York City brunch with a serious twist on this Big Apple champagne sailing cruise. Tuck into a full buffet, complete with coffee, tea and Prosecco. Enjoy homemade muffins, breads and bagels, plus meats, cheese and more. Relax on board as you make your way through the placid waters surrounding the city and take in epic skylines as you enjoy brunch. This cruise is capped at 40 people, which ensures there's plenty of room on deck. Beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks are available for purchase.

New York in the Prohibition era was a different world, filled with gangsters, entertainers, and crooked politicians. But one thing brought them together: the speakeasy. On this historic pub crawl, visit three New York bars, and enjoy a few pints as you explore. Visit the bar where the Bloody Mary was invented, learn where famous speakeasies were located, and hear about the denizens of old Broadway.

Get an equal taste of local brews and local literary icons during this historic tour of Greenwich Village. Follow your friendly guide through city streets and learn where writers, poets, and playwrights lived, drank. and partied. You have time to relax at each stop—purchase a drink if you'd like—while you guide shared details about some of the city's most influential minds.

Escape the bustle of New York City on a day trip to 3 Long Island vineyards—an experience that visitors to the area often miss. After a morning pick-up, your guide navigates out of the city so that you can relax and take in the views. At each of the vineyards on your itinerary, enjoy a complimentary wine tasting and opportunity to purchase snacks and additional beverages (own expense).

New York City is chock full of bars and pubs; it can be hard to know where to start. This tour takes you on a curated bar crawl of New York's best hot spots, giving you a full picture of the city's nightlife. Accompanied by a host and others group members intent on getting the most out of the night, travel to three different clubs, some with included entry and drinks.

Immerse yourself in centuries of world-famous art on a 2-hour private guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum. In addition to the undivided attention of your dynamic guide, you’re also treated to a 100% personalized art itinerary, based on your personal tastes. Whether you prefer Pollock or are more of a Memling fan, your in-depth tour is guaranteed to go beyond anything you find in a brochure or guide book.

Explore Manhattan's Little Italy and Nolita on a 3-hour Gangster and prohibition themed walking tour. Stop at historic venues and sample craft cocktails as you hear stories about the notorious gangsters who made their fortunes trading bootleg liquor in the 1920s. Imagine the criminal underworld that operated under your feet as you tour churches, restaurants, and bars that of the era still operating today.

This walking tour through Brooklyn's trendy Williamsburg neighborhood offers a brief look at Brooklyn history and its influence on contemporary culture, with an insider guide leading the way. Meet-up just steps from the subway, and begin your adventure uncovering trends and traditions—from the urban street art scene to hip local businesses. Venture past historical buildings, chic boutiques, and neighborhood cafés reflecting the area's laid-back vibe. Then be sure to capture the iconic Manhattan skyline from the scenic Brooklyn waterfront.

Leave the bustle of Manhattan behind, and visit one of New York's most exclusive retreats, on this private tour of the Hamptons. Head out on Long Island in a comfortable minivan from your accommodation. Visit pretty Southampton, enjoy fresh seafood in Sag Harbor (lunch own expense), take a ferry to Shelter Island, and explore the wineries of the North Fork of Long Island (tastings own expense).

Sex and the City is one of New York City's most iconic TV shows and this tour lets you follow in the footsteps of your favorite characters. Visit memorable locations from the TV show and movies; stop by the bars where Charlotte, Carrie, Miranda, and Samantha sipped on cosmos and gossiped about guys; see where they bought cupcakes and sex toys; and visit shops seen on-screen.

Set sail in the waters of New York City on the only floating designated landmark around on this wine and cheese waterway experience. Float through the New York City Harbor as you sip on top wines and sample local cheese. Cruise alongside the State of Liberty, Ellis Island, Battery Park, Brooklyn Heights and New York City skylines on this relaxing excursion. This tour is the perfect way to unwind on the water and enjoy some of the city's top attractions while sipping wine.

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For a truly luxurious New York City day trip filled with scenic views, wine tastings, and helicopter travel, few experiences top this Hudson Valley excursion. Start your day with a helicopter ride from Manhattan as you're whisked toward the rolling hills of the Hudson Valley. After landing on the Torne Valley Vineyard property, you can learn about winemaking, tour the grounds, and enjoy lunch complete with wine pairings—all included.

We'll get the night started by meeting up in New York City top Invite Only trending spot, so naturally, we will start with exclusive VIP access by cutting the line, moving right into Bottle Service and dancing our night away. Each Night is a different agenda. Make sure to check with us for the plans that night etc Our goal is to get you comfortable, feeling good, and serving you with different options of alcoholics drinks for the best Nightlife hospitality. As the night proceeds, we will enjoy the dance floor with hottest New York DJ's, and famous celebrities and continue to party in style with providing the option to stay or continue on to a different venue. So, forget the tourist typical bars come to take part in a ​night, you'll make memories and want to brag to your friends about a place where beautiful locals meet.

Spend a couple of hours experiencing some of Manhattan’s tastiest donuts on this guided walking tour. After meeting up with a friendly, knowledgeable guide, stroll through Chelsea and Greenwich Village while stopping at fine establishments like the Doughnut Plant, the Doughnut Project, the Doughnut Pub, and Dough Doughnuts. Enjoy complimentary treats with vegan, gluten and nut-free options along the way.

Get to know one of the hippest parts of New York City outside Manhattan with this walking tour of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Join a host that is personally matched according to your interests, and head out to explore the neighborhood’s street art, galleries, music venues, and record stores. Experience Williamsburg’s vibrant food scene with a stop to sample craft beer, street food, or a classic deli—at your own expense—and even request custom stops so you can do what's most interesting to you.

Explore the Prohibition-era highlights of New York City during this walking tour of the East Village. Visit pubs that once served as speakeasies and discover the city’s hidden, booze-filled underbelly. See where gangster murders and kidnappings took places and hear stories of the female-led Temperance movement and immigrant beer barons and bootleggers. Plus, enjoy vintage craft cocktails at New York City taverns.