15 Bronx Tours Worth the Subway Ride

1.NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,805 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $84Our pick

Ride from Midtown through Harlem, the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn with a local guide, stopping at the Apollo Theater, Flushing Meadows, Bushwick murals and Brooklyn Bridge Park. You’ll pass Yankee Stadium and Queens waterfront homes, hear about Harlem’s Black history and Williamsburg’s Hasidic community, then finish near Chinatown and Little Italy. Guides vary, with names including Chris Lee, Solange and Jim.

“Salonge and Long were great. The tour was informative, fun and exciting! You'll have fun and see great sights!!”

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2.NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,846 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $46

Spend about seven hours crossing New York’s outer boroughs by shared coach, from Harlem’s Apollo Theater to a Bronx mural, Flushing Meadows, DUMBO and, if you choose, Coney Island. Guides such as Jorge bring local history and humor to the ride. Expect brief stops, photo time and a broad city overview, not a deep visit to each neighborhood.

“Fantastic tour!! Definitely recommend!! If I’m ever back in NYC with a different group of friends, I’ll recommend we go and I would join again. Jorge was a fantastic tour guide!! I couldn’t imagine having a job like this where you have to share the same information every day – but he doesn’t let it show. He treated our tour with enthusiasm, humor, and care. And he knows his stuff - we learned so much on the tour, with fun jokes along the way! You make five stops along the way (we opted out of Coney Island since it was winter time). Jorge make sure you know where you will…”

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3.Contrasts Tour of Harlem, The Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,167 reviews · 4h 30m · from $39

Cross four New York boroughs by air-conditioned vehicle with a guide who explains local history, culture and street art. Stops include the Joker stairs, Yankee Stadium, Bronx murals, the Unisphere and Williamsburg. Tours run in English or Spanish, and you can choose to finish near DUMBO or Chinatown and Little Italy.

“Our guide, Estalina, was fantastic! She’s incredibly knowledgeable about New York City and thoroughly explains its historic facts. Unfortunately, we had a noisy group on our bus who had bought the tour in English but complained incessantly about it. Despite this, Estalina managed to stop at almost every important landmark even with the heavy snow. Thank you for a wonderful morning and we wish you and our driver Elvis all the best! Greetings from Giovanna and Sophie :)”

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4.Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,321 reviews · 270 minutes - 5 hours · from $79

Ride from Manhattan through the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn with an English-, German-, or Italian-speaking guide. Expect views of Yankee Stadium and the Grand Concourse, time on the Bronx’s Arthur Avenue, and stops and short walks in selected areas. Guides such as Uli, Julie, Frank, and Sergio have led past tours, though your guide may differ.

“Only 6 of us in the group & the guide Uli was knowledgeable & relaxed. We usually prefer the small walking tours but we were recovering from our illness in NYC & wasn’t as energetic as usual & couldn’t cope with the large group of a lot of walking & this tour was just perfect for us! Thank you our guide Uli(an Austrian lady guide) & the driver Julio! Oh I love the coffee stop!!!”

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5.Contrasts of Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn, & Manhattan Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,110 reviews · 5 hours · from $56

Visit Harlem, the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn on a five-hour guided drive, with stops for murals, the Unisphere and neighborhood sights. Guides such as Agustin, Cecilia and Juan lead in English or Spanish. At $56, it is a practical way to cover ground, though some landmarks are viewed from the vehicle.

“A unique travel experience. Our tour guide Stalina was exceptional . She provided historical and cultural insight about each borough. A great tour to experience off-the-beaten-path sites. Kudos to our bus driver who managed the tight spaces while driving through Queens.”

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6.Tour of Manhattan, Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 832 reviews · 5 hours · from $52

In five hours, a guide takes you from Manhattan through the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn by air-conditioned vehicle, with short walks and photo stops. Look for Yankee Stadium, the Joker stairs, Flushing Meadows, Domino Park, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Guides have included Sebastian, Millie, Molly, and Daniel, though your guide may differ.

“Very informative, saw everything, learnt lots, guide was very helpful! Overall a fantastic experience would highly recommend”

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7.Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens Sightseeing Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 555 reviews · 6 hours · from $84

This six-hour bus tour links Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn, with stops for murals, the Unisphere, an empanada shop, and DUMBO views. Guides such as Jim, Chris, Tom, Ray, and Emanuel have led tours, though assignments vary. You get a guide and transport; food and drinks cost extra.

“One of the best sightseeing tour chance in NYC if you are also interested what is going on out of Manhattan. Huge respect for Chris Lee, for his amazing guide, excellent, valuable timespending in the Big Apple. Thank You very much for this experience and also for the Hungarian music, much obliged! :) Kind Regards, Tamas from Hungary”

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8.5-Hour Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 451 reviews · 5 hours · from $75

Leave Midtown with a live English- or German-speaking guide for a five-hour loop through Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn. Expect a photo stop at Yankee Stadium, the Unisphere, and Dumbo, plus a short café break. Guides named on past tours include Sanel, Jan, Stefan, and Jenny, though your guide may differ.

“We were really satisfied with the guide and the concept of the tour. The guide has a lot of knowledge and fun facts about the city. I feel we got to know NYC, and that’s exactly what we were looking for.”

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9.The Birthplace of Hip Hop Harlem and The Bronx

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 428 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Ride from Fifth Avenue through Harlem and the Bronx with a hip-hop guide such as RayZa or Mike C. Hear stories about the music’s pioneers, see sites tied to its history, visit the Apollo Theater and 1520 Sedgwick Avenue, and join an interactive Show Your Skills segment.

“Hush Hip Hop Tours is an absolute must-do if you love hip hop culture. This isn’t some watered-down tourist experience, this is the real, raw, authentic history of hip hop told the right way. RayZa was a dope-ass MC host with serious knowledge, energy, and presence. From the moment the tour started, he had us locked in with stories, facts, and that true hip hop spirit. You can tell he lives and breathes the culture, not just talking about it, but representing it. The tour takes you straight to the birthplace of hip hop, showing you raw, iconic locations you’d never find on your own. Every stop felt meaningful, from…”

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10.Bronx Zoo Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 406 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $28Best value

Explore the 265-acre Bronx Zoo at your own pace with a mobile admission ticket. See more than 10,000 animals, including at Congo Gorilla Forest and JungleWorld, then make time for the Butterfly Garden, Children’s Zoo, and rides. Plan around animal exhibits closing at 4 PM, and allow plenty of time for walking.

“The zoo was fun. My kids had a great time. We had to rent a stroller( its a must). But the place was great”

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11.New York contrasts: Manhattan, The Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 223 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $40

Ride an air-conditioned minivan or bus through four boroughs with a driver-guide, stopping for Harlem brownstones, Bronx murals and the Joker stairs, Queens’ Unisphere and Brooklyn’s Williamsburg. Guides such as Ali, Francisco, Millie and Guillermo have earned praise for clear explanations and help with photos. The tour ends near the Brooklyn Bridge or in Chinatown and Little Italy, not back at Times Square.

“Everything perfect, impeccable organization. Punctuality and driving beyond the norm. Highly recommendedAuto-translated”

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12.NYC Contrasts Tour: Harlem, Bronx, Bushwick, Queens, and Brooklyn

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 6 hours · from $54

This six-hour Spanish-language van tour links Harlem’s Apollo Theater and Cotton Club with Bronx landmarks, Flushing Meadows, Williamsburg, and Bushwick. Guides José and Rafael have led lively outings with videos, photo props, and patient photo stops. At $54, it is a fast way to cover several boroughs, though you will spend plenty of the day in the vehicle.

“100% recomendable. El guía Jose un 10, genera un buen ambiente increíble, tiene preparadas actividades divertidas en cada parada y explica todo muy ameno y detallado. Tour súper completo, perfecto para ver los distintos distritos y las diferencias culturales que existen de manera cómoda, rápida y viendo todos los puntos más emblemáticos. Fuimos 6 amigas y nos lo pasamos genial !!!!! 🔝🔟✅”

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13.Contrast Tour Manhattan, El Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 96 reviews · 4 hours - 270 minutes · from $40

Travel from Manhattan through Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn in an air-conditioned vehicle, with photo stops at places such as Yankee Stadium, the Unisphere, and the Bronx murals. Guides lead the tour in English or Spanish. Past guide names include Juan and Lucas. You can choose to finish in DUMBO, Chinatown, or Little Italy.

“el guía, Juan, un genio! Interesante desde el primer momento que nos subimos al transporte, dinámico, gracioso, respetuoso. Súper recomendamos!! Hermosa experiencia de conocer NY con información muy valiosa.”

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14.Brooklyn, Queens and Bronx Tour in Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 87 reviews · 5 hours · from $49

Spend five hours crossing the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn with a Spanish-speaking guide and round-trip transportation. Stops include Yankee Stadium, local graffiti in the Bronx and Bushwick, Flushing Meadow Park, Greek Astoria, upscale Malba and a Hasidic Jewish community in Williamsburg. The guide roster can vary; Joaquin Carvajal is one guide named for this tour.

“Excellent guide, very knowledgeable Show us everything related to the history of New York Neighborhoods Nice and friendly”

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15.New York City Contrasts Tour through Harlem, The Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 65 reviews · 4 hours - 270 minutes · from $38

This four-hour-plus minibus tour runs from Midtown through Harlem, the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn, with photo stops at places such as the Joker stairs, Yankee Stadium, Flushing Meadows and DUMBO. Guides speak English or Spanish; Luis and Guillermo have been praised for attentive explanations. Expect short visits, not long explorations on foot.

“puntualidad. el guía Luis muy atento, mucha experiencia en guía turístico. lo que nos mostró , explicó y enseño de 10. repetiría y aconsejaría a todo el mundo hacerlo y con Luis mejor aún.”

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