Mafia in Manhattan: Facts & Legends: Albert Anastasia’s last shave, “Big Pauly” Paul Castellano’s missed steak, The Five Points where the Five Points Gang was transformed into the Five Family’s of New York City’s mafia, the Don’s barbershop, first pizzeria in The United States, Rao’s, the Gambino’s East Harlem haunt, The Tweed Courthouse, hotbed of corruption, Hell’s Kitchen, meet the Westie’s, The Ravenite Social Club, “The Teflon Don’s” met place. No whacks or pinches on this tour, just fun and informative.

Angels: For that special one that you want to impress with your romantic proclivities! Take a tour of New York City ’s most impressive angels; Angel of the Waters fountain at Bethesda Terrace in Central Park , The Peace Park at The Cathedral of St. John the Divine, The Closter’s laden with magnificent medieval art with beautiful angel sculptures and painted treasures. Finish up at Angel’s Bar in the East Village and bend your elbow with that Angel who’s captured your heart!

Harlem, Gospel, Grits and Fried Chicken: Choir, organ and the glory of it all, a Baptist church service then servings of Harlem’s best food; savor the authentic taste of a buffet of flavor at Harlem’s best eatery. Walk and ride it off enjoying the sites; Striver’s Row, Astor Row, Marcus Garvey Park, The Apollo Theatre and much more. Harlem’s not what you think; be amazed and take back New York’s best kept secret.

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• Why did New York City become so big, globally significant and influential, not like Philadelphia or Boston?  Hum, good question, yes?
• What are the roots of our history, innovative spirit, splendor and diversity; the imaginative drive that has propelled this City to global prominence and significance?
• Sites are chosen to demonstrate and illustrate concepts and trends that have, over time, created New York City. Together let's choose your sites of interest and together we'll plan your tour targeting your interests.
• A conversational and engaging tour is best with guests' participation. Exchange is enjoyable, engaging, simulating and amusing. What do you have to say? Let's dig into New York in the most entertaining and memorable way. Let's get immersed and make New York City come alive in your minds and hearts.
• Tours are peppered with stories and tales from both a personal and an historic perspective.  You want information sure, but, if it isn’t fun then, it isn’t a tour!
• Whether were on the beaten path or off, we’re always on the right track!
• You may tour as long as you wish (3 hour minimum for sedans and SUV's, four hour minimum for Luxury Vans and foreign languages). Much of the following can be seen in a half-day (4-5 hour) tour with time to visit many more up close on a "full-day" (6 hour) tour.

THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING:

A must see for first timers, an icon of the city, built in one year and forty- five days , completed in 1931! But, it's the story behind this edifice that makes it truly come alive. Whose idea was it? Why was it built? Was it a profitable venture? We'll delve into the incredible innovations that were invented in New York City making it all possible. Join me for a visit to our temple of greatness. Recommende d viewing site is The Top of the Rock or at The Flatiron Building. We avoid lines and enjoy best views of the EPS without hassle. Let us tell you the story. It's quite a TALL tale.

TIMES SQUARE:

The heart of it all! Named after The New York Times in 1904, Times Square, has become the cross roads of the wor ld; theatre, energy, the art of light high-tech signage. "The great white way" has exploded into an entertainment mega with Broadway theaters, restaurants and amusements for fun seekers young and old from all over the world. Safe, clean and unique, Times Square is truly a one of a kind. We had room for YOU! Rockefeller Center is still, after 77 years, the heart of New York City. From the rink, the tree, the GE building, the world's first underground indoor shopping mall and The Top of the Rock. Truly, in New York City, the quintessential focal point. is Times Square and "Rock Center".

GRAND CENTRAL TERMINAL:

It's the largest terminal in the world with 67 platforms and the only terminal with platforms on two levels,. This massive 1913 neo-classical beaux arts edifice is a feat of engineering and aesthetic design that is tr ul y most impressive, massive, majestic and spotless. This is the way terminals should be. Learn the folklore, Cornelius Vanderbilt, the constellation ceiling, what was the hole in the ceiling for, the food market and the "ballet" of New Yorkers scurrying to catch their trains. Lots to see, an amazing place! Shuushhhh! We won't forget to stop at whispering arches!

FIFTH AVENUE:

Nothing in the world compares with the grandeur, elegance and bustle of our premier boulevard. From the "gold coast" to Museum Mile, Central Park, The Plaza, Peninsula, The Met, Bergdorf's Tiffany's , Trump Tower , Cartier's, Harry Winston, The Apple Store, FAO Schwarz, St. Patrick's, Saks and Rockefeller Center; it's a candy store for your heart and wallet. We'll stop by St. Patrick's Cathedral and take a stroll down the Rockefeller Center Promenade.

NEW SILVER BUILDING ON 8TH AVENUE:

A new 46-floor condo that is 19 feet wide illustrates the concept of "air rights"; that's a New York City invention. The drama of this marvel provides evidence of the "air rights" concept and draws wonder. View the best example of how New Yorkers find solutions to problems, pushing forward, achieving success. Where else, New York City! Camera a must! Would you live here? Sure, but don't get dizzy or loose your balance! It's the tallest disproportionate building on earth and has the highest blank wall. Gotta see this!

COLUMBUS CIRCLE:

Our newest town square will impress you for many good reasons; The Norman Foster Hurst Building, a $500 million skyscraper literally built in and on top of a six story surviving landmark, Hurst headquarters erected in 1929 did not stop the construction of this beauty. The Time Warner Center, the nation's largest mix-us e building, most expensive home purchased in New York City, $88 million, is located next to three buildings that have been re-clad demonstrating that "if you can't replace it then reface it." We'll stop at 15 Central Park West, Robert A.M. Stern's retro-condo that netted Zeckendorf Realty the highest return on any new residential building in New York City's history. But perhaps there may have been a big mistake. You'll find out how and why. Although they made $600 million, the evidence is clear, they could have made more then twice that! It's another story you won't want to miss. Columbus Circle is the best evidence that in New York City "change is the only thing that stays the same." Does that make sense. Sure, that's NYC.

THE DAKOTA:

New York City's first luxury apartment building (1881), an icon of The Upper Westside, home to Lauren Bacall, Judy Garland, Leonard Bernstein, Yoko, John Lennon, Yul Brenner, Mark Twain, Isadora Duncan and countless other rich and famous not to mention the site of "Rosemary's Baby"! The folklore of this German Renaissance beauty is most naughty and fascinating; tales you won't hear on "the Big Red Bus"! We'll venture into Central Park, a short walk, to view Strawberry Fields, the memorial built by Yoko, a must see stopping point for those who loved John Lennon. Don't look for the strawberries; the squirrels took care of them.

CENTRAL PARK:

Let's take a short stroll into this 19th century masterpiece. At 100th Street, the most natural and bucolic part of the park, a place that matured to fulfill the vision of the park's designers, Calvert and Vaux. A short presentation provides park history, themes, design; crime rates (don't believe what you see on CSI! What is the size, cost and unique aspects that make Central Park truly exceptional. It's a fascinating story littered with innovative firsts. It truly is America's 19th Century Masterpiece.

CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOHN THE DIVINE:

The world's largest cathedral, site of Sir Elton John's 60th birthday party, a short presentation of the history, architecture, role in the community, the fire in 2001 and tour of the interior highlights, the challenges of the construction, beauty of the stained glass windows, seven 55 foot columns, milled in Maine, standing on foundations that are as deep and they are high! "This is huge!" Why did they create such a large Cathedral? Whose idea was that? What four 20th century leaders were chosen as the most significant of that century and adorned on the high alter? What gifts did the cathedral receive from Japan, China and The New York Times? Don't miss this! Elton John's 60th birthday party was held here with 500 bottles of champagne.

HARLEM:

New York City's largest neighborhood is so rich in history, cultural significance and epic changes. We'll venture down Striver's Row and Astor Row. Let's view the Apollo Theater and catch a glimpse of the Harlem of the future. The histor y of this fascinating historic neighborhood; what the future will bring to the revitalized community will amaze you. "It's not at all what I had expected." Consider a Gospel Church service; it's more than enthralling and "better than a Broadway show"! See where Khrushchev meet Castro? There's more, lots!

ON THE WAY TO GROUND ZERO:

There's much to see on the seven mile stretch of The Westside Highway on the way to ground zero; Riverside Park, Riverside Drive, The Hudson River, Trump City, The West Village, Hell's Kitchen, The Highline, Chelsea Market, The Meatpacking District, The Viacom Building, Richard Meier's triple beauties, Jean Novelle's new beauty next to Frank Gehry's "sailboat building", Barry Diller's IAC HWQ and of cour s e The Greenway at water's edge and Battery Park City. Oh, and don't forget Nicole Kidman's new "en garage suite" car park outside her condo's front door.

911 MEMEORIAL:

Viewed from inside The Winter Garden, or from within, with free reservation passes we'll provide, 1st come, first served) you'll see the site and its perimeter sites of interest. We'll stand before the memorial pools that sit on the footprints of the two fallen towers, hear a presentation as to the symbolism, design features of "Reflecting Absence". It's an obligation to pay homage to our fallen and "pay our respects." A presentation of the past, who's idea was it, what was there before, why were the Twin Towers built, the scale of the project that is ongoing at present, why it's taking so long, artistic renderings of the completed rebuilt site, a virtual palette of New York City history through architectural change, St. Paul's Cathedral (1766) unscratched, "The Little Cathedral That Stood", several world's tallest buildings in their time and more. See the "surviver tree" a symbol of hope and the human spirit.

THE STATUE OF LIBERTY:

Viewed from the Manhattan shoreline (the ferry roundtrip with usual lines takes upwards of three hours.) Hear a presentation of the history, art, construction and folklore of "the lady". This iconic symbol of freedom from despotism and tyranny is a lasting symbol of what this nation stands for and wishes for all peoples of the world. "Give me your tired your poor . . . " The Statue came with instructions, just like on Christmas morning; "Assembly Required"!

THE MEATPACKING DISTRICT:

A spectacular example of neighborhood transformation from a butchers haven to the new trendy club life crowd featuring new hotels, restaurants, clubs, bars, Chelsea Market, boutiques and just the right playground for the young and beautiful and the rest of us! Perhaps the name should be changed to the "Pack Meeting District!" Let's stroll on "The Highline" and experience an innovative new park concept!

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS:

Via the Brooklyn Bridge, ten minutes from Manhattan; it's New York City's first suburb, first landmark neighborhood with over 600 brownstones and town homes built before the Civil War. "The Heights" was home to Arthur Miller, Walt Whitman, and birthplace of Churchill's mother and views of Manhattan that are breathtaking. Let's check out nearly Williamsburg, Grand Army Plaza and DUMBO (Down unde r Manhattan Bridge Overpass). Love Bklyn!

NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE:

A short walk to view The New York Stock Exchange, exterior only, since 9/11. Federal Hall, a museum, with a number of most significant historical artifacts, George Washington wa s sworn in a s our first president and site of the signing of the Bill of Rights. The Trinity Church and the famous sculpture, known as "The Bull", The Al exande r Hami l ton Custom House and Bowling Green Park, all with historical facts of interest. Why do they call it Wall Street? Hum?

THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE:

The icon of engineering and beauty in the 19th century! It was the tallest edifice on the continent connecting Brooklyn and Manhattan that forever chang ed our city. The fascinating history, the tragedy and glory, the technology and characters that made it possible is yours to experience. We'll take a ride over the bridge and venture into beautiful Brooklyn Heights, New York's first suburb and landmark neighborhood. Why did P.T. Ba rnum march twenty elephants across the bridge? Once you know you'll always remember, just like an elephant.

THE VILLAGE AND SOHO:

Don't miss these transformed neighborhoods; each with a story, a history that's fascinating, the real New York! The history, Washington Square Park, the center of The Village; Bob Dylan, Judy Collins, Pete Seeger, the literary crowd and the birthplace of the modern gay rights movement truly is the "Village" state of mind. Let's stop by and see Edna St. Vincent Mailley's house, the narrowest in Manhattan! We'll stop by the Brown Building, the site of the most tragic building fire in New York City's history, the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire of March 25, 1911 that took the lives of 146 textile workers. Soho's caste iron buildings, 250 in total, are landmarked treasures, the catalysts that fostered the transformation of this iconic neighborhood.

JANE’S CAROUSEL:

Jane, a woman of DUMBO (Down under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass) a Brooklyn neighborhood, spent over 20 years restoring an authentic American Carousel classic that she extracted from Young s town, Ohio. It is magnificent and located at the water 's edge between The Brooklyn Bridge and The Manhattan Bridge ensconced in a class cube designed by Jean Nouvel, the French architect. Together with music provided by a Philadelphia calliope and the magnificent view of Manhattan you can't resist "saddling up" for two bucks

ECONOMY CANDY STORE:

Established in 1937 and operated by a third generation family member, this is the place for the candy of days gone by; the paper strips with the color peel off dots, Black Jack, Beeman's and Clove chewing gum. Do you r emembe r Choward's Scented Gum? They've got naughty bottles of pills; silly tin cans for collecting your loose change and more candy. There are varieties of everything that you ever knew existed. Not just for kids. Sweet!

YOUR TOUR WISHES:

See the world's largest Doric column, a Revolutionary War Memorial, Williamsburg , Brooklyn, Yankee Stadium, Museum Mile, George Washington's HQ, Alexander Hamilton's House, the Grange, Lincoln Center, The Lower Eastside and more. For us, it's a joy, not a job! Targeting your interests, providing suggestions and enhanc ing your tour experience in ways that will provide the most memorable experience of your New York City visit is what our tours achieve. All suggestions and requests are welcomed! Whether it's The Bronx, Soho, Chinatown, The Lower Eastside or Greenwich Village, whatever you want, not only will we take you there but, more importantly, you'll take a piece of New York City back home in your heart as well! Join over 50,000,000 visitors who have experienced New York last year. Tour right! The focus is on you! You will not be disappointed! Please email or call us with your questions, sug gestions or wishes.

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