Williamsburg Brooklyn

Why Williamsburg?

Visitors to New York City either think they know Williamsburg or that it’s just not for them. Having a more recent reputation as a home to hipsters or seeing the extensive L train renovations may have put you off from taking the trip over / under the East River. Well not only is Like A Local Tours a Williamsburg expert, but it’s also our home neighborhood! When you join us there, you’ll hear our guides talk about the history of the neighborhood from First Nations to immigration, the boom and then bust, and the eventual reinvention of the area. We walk the side streets and back streets, take in the unique view of the Manhattan Skyline, and spend time at some of the delicious Mom and Pop eateries that the neighborhood has to offer, all giving you a foundation to Williamsburg that can be used to then go adventuring yourself.

Boss Babes Series #2: She’s A Baking Boss Babe!

For article #2 of our series in anticipation of International Women’s Day, we profile Christina Tosi, who has built a sugar empire and become a household name in the celebrity cooking show world, and she’s not even close to slowing down.

Why we love our Williamsburg Bites Brooklyn Food Tour

Join us on this 3 hour, food and fun filled experience in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. It’s a great way to meet locals, see street art, learn the history and have a meal! For only $50, this tour is a steal! Read on to learn more…

Interview with a Local: Anna Ward, Artists & Fleas Market Manager

If you’re local, you have likely been to Artists and Fleas. If not, according to Founders Amy and Ronen, Artists & Fleas is, “Part community gathering spot, part hipster haven, Artists & Fleas has hosted thousands of artists and vendors since opening its doors. It’s a place where buyers find unique designs, artists and vintage collectors in an atmosphere that’s in the tradition of old world marketplaces with a firm foot in what is contemporary, original and hip.”

They first opened their doors in an empty warehouse in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and have since expanded to Chelsea Market in NYC, downtown Los Angeles as well as Venice, CA.

Artists & Fleas is still a fave!

April 15, 2015 Happy tax day! If you haven’t been to Artists & Fleas on North 7th Street in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, you are missing out! It’s an artist, vintage and flea market that was established in 2003. There is another location in Chelsea Market and in Los Angeles as well! We stop in on our …

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Like A Local Tours selected as an official tour host for NYC & Co travel summit!

We were so happy to host a special Williamsburg Bites Foodie Tour for reps from various NYC Tourism offices around the world! Our group was like a walking United Nations with guests from Japan, India, Korea, Australia, China and New Zealand! Be sure to check out one of our Brooklyn Tours on your next visit …

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The Best Brunch in Williamsburg Brooklyn

We are frequently asked for our favorite brunch spot in Williamsburg. Why? Well because people brunch before our SUNDAY FUNDAY Williamsburg Brooklyn tour of course! So we decided to share our list: El Almacen – the atmospherics are amazing. so quaint. so chic. and the fact that it’s argentine and run by argentines doesn’t hurt. Rosarito Fish Shack …

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Like A Local Featured in Wanderable!

Wanderable enjoyed our Sunday Funday Brooklyn Tour and we are now featured on their website and in this article: Cool As A Cucumber: Indulging in the Refined Tastes of Williamsburg, Brooklyn – Ahhh, Williamsburg: the world capital of rooftop gardens, abstract geometric tattoos, and artisanal espresso drinks. There are many neighborhoods all over the planet …

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The Beautification of the Williamsburg Waterfront!

If you haven’t heard, New York City’s 520-mile coastline is longer than those of Miami, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco combined! Williamsburg is home to a gorgeous waterfront including pier with spectacular views of the NYC skyline and boardwalk where you can hear the East River lapping up again the shore. On a quiet …

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