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NYC Bagel Tours: Midtown's Iconic Bagels

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About this activity

Join a true bagel expert for an insider’s journey through Midtown, home to some of New York City’s most iconic bagel shops. Along the way, you’ll taste the city’s very best bagels, explore their rich history, and go behind the scenes at a bustling bakery producing thousands of bagels daily. Visit three standout shops, each with its own specialty — from inventive cream cheese flavors to the famous rainbow bagel, and even an award-winning bagel sandwich. Learn how this humble bread became a New York staple and a symbol of the city’s food culture. Tastings are designed so you’ll enjoy plenty of variety: bagels cut into quarters, spreads from classic cream cheese to bold flavors, and New York favorites like bacon, egg & cheese or lox with “the works.” By the end of your tour, you won’t just be full — you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for New York’s bagel tradition and insider tips on where to find the best bagels across the city.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Walking Tour
    • Cream Cheese Tastings
    • Behind-the-Scenes Access
    • Cultural History
    • Sandwich Tastings
    • Expert Guide
    • Bagel Tastings

    Not included

    • Drinks. You may bring or purchase your own.
    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. Roosevelt Island

      Meet at Bagel Pub to begin your bagel tour at one of the best bagel shops in New York City

      45 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    2. Roosevelt Island

      After Bagel Pub, you'll pass by Penn Station and Madison Square Garden on your way to Liberty Bagels, home of the Rainbow Bagel

      30 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    3. Roosevelt Island

      Finish your tour at Bagel Market, across the street from the New York Times building, where you'll eat sandwiches and go behind-the-scenes for an up close look at bagel making!

      45 minutesAdmission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    The operator confirms the exact meeting point on your voucher.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
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    Product code
    373427P1

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