New York · DESSERT TOURS
The 5 best dessert tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Spend about 90 minutes at New York’s Museum of Ice Cream, where colorful art, ice cream tastings, playful rooms, a three-story slide, a pink subway, and a giant sprinkle pool turn a museum visit into a hands-on outing for children, adults, families, and couples.
“It was a really fun experience and we loved all the interactive rooms and the ice cream was delicious.”
At New York’s Museum of Ice Cream, you move through 12 colorful rooms with games, photo spots, edible slime crafts, ice cream stations, and the famous sprinkle pool. Plan on one to two hours. Children under 16 need an adult, and children 2 and under enter free.
“Unlimited ice cream. My nephew enjoyed all the kids activities. I think this might be very boring as a date, just take your kids”
Spend two hours walking Greenwich Village with a guide such as Vince or Mallory, stopping for seven cupcake and dessert tastings at shops including Magnolia, Rocco's, Molly's Cupcakes, and Barachou. You will also hear neighborhood stories and finish with coffee.
“Our family of four, including two teens, took the tour on a very rainy afternoon and we had a blast! We stopped at six shops throughout the village for cupcakes or desserts. Our tour guide, Vince was very engaging and knowledgeable. He really worked to ensure we had a great time despite the weather. I highly recommend this adventure!”
Join an English-speaking guide such as Jared or Tom for a two-hour Christmas walk from Grand Army Plaza through Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and Bryant Park. Expect holiday history, Home Alone 2 locations, festive displays, and a complimentary dessert.
“Tour guide Jared was great. Knowledgeable of history and of area. It definitely was fast paced so a little difficult to maneuver with children.”
Meet your English-speaking Donut Elf at Grand Central Terminal for a two-hour Midtown walk with holiday donut tastings, hot chocolate at Bryant Park, festive window displays, and the Rockefeller Center tree. You’ll also hear New York stories and receive local food, shopping, and sightseeing tips.
“We loved learning about Grand Central Station and several other buildings on the tour! That was a bonus!”
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