Activities, Camps and After School Classes in Brooklyn, NY

Accompanied by our French guides who have been living in New York for years, come and discover Brooklyn: Bushwick and Williamsburg. Ideal for diving into the vibrant world of street art in Bushwick, where majestic murals dazzle every street corner. Next, explore Williamsburg, a lively neighborhood with artist boutiques, trendy cafes and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. For complete cultural immersion, end with a tour of South Williamsburg and learn about the unique life of the Hasidic Jewish community. An unforgettable experience in French, which will reveal the hidden treasures of New York.

Discover the best of secondhand shopping in North Brooklyn led by a vintage shopping loving local! Meet your guide and visit 3 to 6 stores (based on your preference) to shop for secondhand and vintage clothing. We’ll spend about 30 minutes per store, you have time to try things on. Get personalized styling advice and thrifting tips from your guide as you experience the vibrant Williamsburg and Greenpoint neighborhoods of Brooklyn and shop for unique finds with your group. • Discover shoes, bags, and clothing (masculine and feminine items available) • Sizes range from XS-XL You’ll have the best time if you come prepared with: • Water • Comfortable shoes • Clothes you can easily change in fitting rooms or try on clothes over The itinerary can be customized with the items and styles you’re looking for in mind. Along the way to each shop we’ll take in the sites of this vibrant borough. Book your shopping tour in New York City and shop in Brooklyn like a local!

You'll join one of our hosts for a jaunt around Williamsburg, a neighborhood which its locals like to think is the trendiest in the city, and we probably wouldn't disagree with them. Roam around this hip(ster) spot, seeing what there is to see, eating what there is to eat and shopping what there is to shop. Head's up, there's a lot of all of the above. Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them. Your meeting place and time as well as your itinerary are flexible, so you can plan and experience with your host to meet your needs.

Want to learn soap making, but don't know where to start? This is for you! Why Vegan soap? Because you should know what you're putting on your skin at all times. Your skin is your largest organ, and I will equip you with the knowledge to protect it. This is an immersive experience where you will not only learn the art basics of soap making. But you will also learn about the benefits of using natural ingredients to make vegan soap, and healthier alternatives to your soap usage overall. This is a very informative experience and you will be guided patiently through the entire process. You can personalize your batch by selecting from a variety of scents and herbs provided. This is a beginners class, we will be using a melt & pour. Making soap is easy to do once you have made it with a professional. You will leave here knowing how to make your own soap, including recipes and resources. I will show you where to find suppliers online, off and in your backyard.

This 5-hour tour covers the 3 big NYC attractions: Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and Manhattan's historical and iconic buildings. We start at York Street Metro Station in Brooklyn's Dumbo neighborhood—perfect for photos of the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges. After a quick introduction, we head to Brooklyn Bridge Park, where Civil War-era warehouses are now vibrant restaurants and bars We continue to Brooklyn Heights and the promenade, famous in movies and TV shows. After a quick Brooklyn tour, we walk across the Brooklyn Bridge for the best views of the Manhattan skyline. Then, we explore Lower Manhattan, including Chinatown, Little Italy, the 9/11 Memorial, Wall St, and more! The last stop is Battery Park, where ferries depart for the Statue of Liberty and Staten Island. The free 30-minute Staten Island ferry offers stunning views of the Statue of Liberty. Upon arrival, feel free to explore Staten Island or return to Battery Park. Your guide won't accompany you on the ferry.

2.5 hour sails for up to six passengers from Pier 5 in Brooklyn Bridge Park, One15 Brooklyn Marina, 159 Bridge Park Drive. Views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, World Trade Center, Ellis Island, Governor's Island and Manhattan skyline. Guests are welcome to bring any food or drink--please no red wine or anything that stains or is messy.

On this guided tour in French, discover two beautiful neighborhoods in Brooklyn, anchored on the banks of the East River and cross the Brooklyn Bridge! Our French guides, expatriates in New York for years, are keen to make you spend a friendly moment full of original discoveries!

Walk around your Kingdom of Brooklyn while playing Wacky Walks scavenger hunt! Wacky Walks is an app-based royal scavenger hunt that will allow you to rule in your city! Compete with your group to become the King/Queen amongst your group, while finding items around the city and completing fun challenges. Take a photo of the items you find and the challenges you complete to get points. Try to stay the King or Queen of your group for as long as you can and gain as many points as you can! There's no time limit on Wacky Walks, you can play as long as you'd like, in any area of the city you decide. A remote host will help along the way via chat! Explore Brooklyn with Wacky Walks!

What makes this activity special is its focus on personalization and mindful creativity. Wire ring making is not only a fun craft but also a relaxing and rewarding experience that encourages self-expression and stress relief. With small group sizes, personal guidance, and the freedom to modify basic designs into something entirely your own, this workshop delivers a memorable and authentic jewelry-making experience in Brooklyn.

As your wardrobe stylist I will assist you in wardrobe building based on color, fit, versatility, and lifestyle. Teach you how to use wardrobe to reinforce your identity rather than define it and exude an air of confidence that attracts others. The Experience Developing your own personal style through a one-on-one video stylist consultation. Custom shopping itinerary of 3-4 of Bushwick's sustainable vintage shops. Each shop is full with original vintage pieces, labels and designer, ranging from size 2-18. Wardrobe building by creating 1-2 styled looks. My goal is for you to discover a new passion for sustainable fashion and to walk away with amazing pieces that compliment your unique style. I also offer private photoshoot sessions, custom wardrobe revamping and tailoring. Please message me for additional rates.

What makes this activity unique is the combination of creativity, confidence‑building, and personalization in a welcoming small‑group setting. The relaxed pace allows beginners to feel comfortable while still gaining practical skills and creative freedom. By the end of the class, you’ll leave not only with a one‑of‑a‑kind pair of handcrafted drop earrings, but also with a new appreciation for jewelry making and the confidence to continue creating or gifting handmade pieces.

What makes this activity unique is its combination of creativity, accessibility, and relaxation. The small group setting allows for personalized instruction, making it easy for beginners to learn and enjoy the process. Jewelry making is not only a creative outlet but also a calming and mindful activity, offering a memorable experience that blends learning, self-expression, and craftsmanship in a welcoming Brooklyn studio.

Operation City Quest of Brooklyn is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Brooklyn.

Discover America’s first suburb through its rich and often overlooked cat history. On this 1.5-mile walk through Brooklyn Heights, our expert storytellers share real stories of the neighborhood’s 19th- and early 20th-century cats—mousers, companions, and silent witnesses to the area’s development. We’ll visit Walt Whitman Park, Brooklyn Borough Hall, and the iconic Promenade, where you’ll hear meticulously researched tales of cats who crossed paths with literary giants and local legends. While this tour focuses on historical storytelling rather than modern cat sightings, feline companions are welcome (in carriers or harnesses). The tour ends near Brooklyn Cat Café—just a few blocks away. It’s not included, but we highly recommend making a reservation to visit after. Whether you’re a history enthusiast or a cat lover, this unique perspective on Brooklyn’s past continues to earn glowing reviews and memorable moments.

Discover Brooklyn with this French-language tour that takes you to the iconic neighborhoods of Bushwick, Williamsburg and DUMBO. On the program: street art murals in Bushwick, the bohemian atmosphere of Williamsburg and a ferry cruise to DUMBO, at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge. - Small group tour of up to 15 people. French Guide Certified by the City of New York. -Included: tasting a cookie in a typical New York pastry. - Includes: ticket for the ferry trip between Williamsburg and DUMBO.

The Italian American Food Tour of Williamsburg is deliciously designed to tell the story of Italian American immigration, cuisine, and legacy through a series of mouthwatering food tastings. What to Expect: This is a 3-hour guided walking tour of Williamsburg, Brooklyn. One of our expert tour guides will lead you through the neighborhood, making stops at different locations where you will sample a pre-selected menu of tastings. This tour includes 2 sit-down tastings, 4 takeout tastings, and stops at 2 culturally-significant sites. What you will eat: - Chicken parmesan - Classic Italian deli meats - New York style white pizza - Traditional Roman style pasta - Ancient Roman pizza - Italian hero - Mini cannoli/ Rainbow cookie/ espresso DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Please be advised that at this time, substitutions cannot be made to the tasting menu unless you are booked for a private tour. This tour is not recommended for those who follow a gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, or pork-free diet.

Coney Island has inspired dreamers and schemers since the Gilded Age. On this special Made in Brooklyn Tour®, you'll discover how this seasonal world's fair wowed the crowds with the latest and greatest innovations and inventions. Electric lighting to structural steel. Incubators for tiny little babies to towers that rivaled the earliest skyscrapers. And, of course, candy and hot dogs too! At Coney Island's first amusement parks visitors could experience powered flight or even go to the moon. Let your imagination run wild with the stories behind its sensational parks and rides. • Discover Coney Island's dreamers and entrepreneurs, innovators and inventors. • Learn the fascinating origin story of today's amusements and attractions. • Be inspired by the visionaries behind Brooklyn's first great amusement parks. • Explore Coney Island with a Brooklyn native who's been going since childhood.

New York City OTHERWISE WITH GUILLAUME The real New York with a certified French guide BUSHWICK STREET ART (1h30) Immerse yourself in the heart of Brooklyn street art! Discover 50+ monumental frescoes by international artists (Sypros, Vargas, Enzo) and the fascinating history of the Bushwick Collective that transformed this industrial district into an open-air museum. Admire various artistic techniques and listen to the captivating anecdotes behind each work. WILLIAMSBURG NORTH (1h) Explore the hipster epicenter of Brooklyn! Enjoy spectacular views of Manhattan, visit the best vintage shops and enjoy legendary cookies from Levain Bakery. Discover the Colossal headquarters, which revolutionized hand-painted advertising. The tour ends at Joe’s Pizza – well-deserved reward after this exploration of the neighborhood’s cultural renaissance.

I'm going to show you the vibrant soul of Brooklyn through two iconic neighborhoods! In Williamsburg, immerse yourself in the creative epicenter of New York: cafes where artists and entrepreneurs rub shoulders, vintage shops with unexpected treasures and the incredible advertising posters of Overall Mural. The authenticity of New York hipster is revealed on every corner. Continue to DUMBO where industrial history meets contemporary elegance. Capture THE iconic photo of Manhattan from Washington Street, stroll along the East River with stunning views of the skyline, and be charmed by Jane's Carousel, a century-old gem in its glass case. This experience offers you the perfect balance between trend and history, creation and contemplation. Book now to discover the Brooklyn that even New Yorkers admire!

Your walk takes you through some of Fort Greene and Clinton Hill’s most storied ground: a landmark park with deep ties to Black protest and celebration, a historic church whose walls held secrets of the Underground Railroad, residential blocks where towering figures of American culture once lived and created, independent cultural spaces that continue the tradition today, and Brooklyn’s preeminent performing arts institution and its relationship to Black artists across generations. The Fort Greene and Clinton Hill neighborhoods have quietly shaped American history, literature, film, and activism . From the abolitionists who turned local churches into way stations on the road to freedom, to the iconic artists and filmmakers who made these blocks their creative home, to the community builders and activists whose work continues today—this is a tour that honors the full, unfiltered arc of Black Brooklyn.

Soak up the art, food & views in one of the most beautiful and iconic parts of the city, led by local art expert and community builder, Alexandra Harper. We will take in the unique sights, sounds and tastes that make DUMBO such a rich and amazing neighborhood, with a focus on female-owned & run businesses. We will see some of the best visual art in the city, both indoors and out, along with an exclusive private studio visit with a local artist, sampling some unique savory snacks and sweet treats along the way. This walk features some of the most beautiful waterfront views of Manhattan, and you will learn more about how this fascinating neighborhood has grown and changed over time. It is a great opportunity to take a deep dive into one of NYC's most beautiful and fascinating neighborhoods, learn about its history and meet new friends along the way. We will end near the East River ferry, if you would like to ride back to Manhattan with other attendees (not included in trip price).