Lower East Side Pizza Tour From Essex Market
Taste New York pizza while uncovering Lower East Side immigrant history
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Three pizza slices, guide
Highlights
Explore the Lower East Side and Nolita through the immigrant communities and food traditions that shaped New York pizza. Hear neighborhood stories as you walk past historic streets, architecture, parks, street art, and food markets.
- Discover the cultural influences behind New York pizza
- Explore Lower East Side and Nolita streets with an expert guide
- Learn how immigrant communities shaped neighborhood food traditions
- Spot historic synagogues, architecture, parks, and street art
Itinerary
- Unregular Pizza (Essex Market): Begin with a modern artisanal rectangular slice at Essex Market.
- Scarr's: Skip the weekend lines with reserved seating and guaranteed entry for your group.
- Cultural learning: Discuss Italian immigrant history and the origins of New York pizza.
- Neighborhood walk: Stroll through the LES/Nolita transition, including Freemans Alley for photo ops and hidden gems.
- Nolita Pizza: Sample a classic thin-crust slice and conclude the tour near Nolita/SoHo with nearby J, Z and 6 train access.
What's Included
- Three pizza slices
- Guided walking tour
Important details
- Arrive on time; the guide can wait only 5 minutes for late arrivals
- Complete the required liability waiver before participating
- Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes; the tour runs in rain, snow, or shine
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation with a 100% refund up to 48 hours before your tour. No refund within 48 hours.
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FAQs
Arrive on time. The group can’t wait more than 5 minutes for late guests.
Yes. The pizza tour runs rain, snow, or shine. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Yes. Children age 3 and under may join free. If you want a separate serving for a child under 4, purchase a child ticket.
Meeting details
Essex Market, next to Unregular Pizza
