Explore New York’s Layered History
Take a Big Onion Walking Tour and discover New York’s rich history through memorable stories and little-known facts.
Popular Tours
DUMBO and Vinegar Hill Walking Tour
Explore the history and architecture of Chelsea with a walk along the High Line. Our tour explores the historic and…Immigrant New York Walking Tour
Walk the streets of Chinatown, Little Italy, and the former Five Points. The Original Big Onion Walking Tour! The City…Greenwich Village Walking Tour
Our stroll through Greenwich Village, one of New York’s most picturesque neighborhoods, will take you on a journey from the…Brooklyn Heights History Walking Tour
America’s first suburb and New York’s first landmark district all in one! Explore New York City’s first Landmark District, Brooklyn…

Fort Greene History Walking Tour
One of Brooklyn’s most ethnically diverse neighborhoods surrounds a park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux.

Gangs of New York – The “Official” Walking Tour
This history of the legendary Five Points. A guided walking tour created in partnership with the film Gangs of New York.

Labor History Walking Tour: We Built New York
Join us as we talk about the workers and labor movement that built New York.

Original Multi-Ethnic Eating Tour
This tour combines the history of the diverse Lower East Side with food sampling from local shops and markets!
ABOUT US
Since 1991, Big Onion New York City Walking Tours has led locals and visitors alike on innovative and exciting tours through New York’s ethnic neighborhoods and historic districts.
Our educator and graduate student guides lead the most comprehensive and thought-provoking tours available. Take one today!
Tour Nitty-Gritty

Cost $30
Lower pricing for students and seniors

Length
2 Hours
Starts on Time!

Advanced Booking
Advanced booking is required for all tours
Why Tour with Big Onion

Factual
Each tour is deeply researched and based on factual information.

New York Experience
As varied as the city we serve, we offer over 30 tours in 20 different NYC neighborhoods.

Expert Guides
History grad students, certified by NYC, you can’t get any better than that.
What Are Those Free Tours About?
‘Pay-What-You-Wish’ Tours
You know what they say…you get what you pay for. ‘Pay what you like’ tours are guided by freelance guides who develop the tours themselves. Who are the guides? How historically accurate are the tours? Can you ask them questions along the way? Big Onion prides itself on its deeply researched, factual, and fun tours. We hire and pay real historians to give you a glimpse into the fascinating history behind the city and encourage discourse throughout the tour.
Look Who Thinks We’re Awesome
“Astoundingly informative tours”
Time Out New York Guidebook
“Best Place to Take Out-of-Town Guests”
The Village Voice
“Great way to experience the city”
1000+ 5-Star Reviews
Private Tours
Have a special event or large party?
Field Trips: We specialize in unique out-of-the-classroom excursions. We can assist in integrating our tours into an academic curriculum.
Private Tours: Our walking tours are great for families, team building, special events, and entertaining clients.
Email us or call (212) 439-1090 to arrange.
Gift Certificates
The perfect gift!
Gift Certificates: All tours are available for Gift Certificates. Give multiple tickets and deliver by email. The perfect last-minute gift they won’t forget!
Find out more about our Gift Certificates.