Good way to see down to earth side of Brooklyn
Pizza Tour!! Fabulous idea for my hubby for his birthday in Feb...I kept it a complete surprise until arrival and he was totally speechless all day. Ride was fabulous the vehicle so clean and high-tech. Tony our tour guide; was a joy just to listen to. His stories made you feel as if you were a distant cousin not a tourist. The history of brooklyn was so educational... The pizza, of course the main attraction, well just check out the names of the places they are classics! A trip not to be missed I just sent my son and his girlfriend and plan to send a couple who have a 25th anniversary coming up..Included
in the price of a ticket are the 4.5 hour tour through Brooklyn, as well as two
slices of pizza and soft drinks at each restaurant.
Does
the tour occur rain or shine?
Yes,
the tour runs regardless of weather. While we travel via bus since tour
locations are spread around Brooklyn, we do get off the bus at the restaurants
and several other locations. So please dress appropriately for the
weather.
What type of ticket should I buy if I am bringing
a very young child?
If
a child is age five or younger, will be sitting on your lap during the entire
tour, and will not be eating, you do not need to purchase a ticket for them. If
they will be requiring a seat, however, you will need to purchase a Child
ticket.
Where does the tour end?
The
tour usually ends back at the original meeting location, which is just south of
the southeast corner of Union Square, in Manhattan. (Exact meeting location
details, including a map and subway directions, will be provided to you
immediately upon purchasing your eticket.)
Are we on the
bus the entire tour?
No.
The tour takes place on a coach bus since the locations are scattered throughout
Brooklyn. We do, however, get off to eat at the pizzerias and to visit specific
locations such as the Brooklyn Bridge. (Whenever you leave the bus, you will be
accompanied by the tour guide). The tour includes a mix of on-the-bus viewings
of locations and stops to get off and explore.
Is there
ever a circumstance when a location is omitted from the tour?
While
it is extremely rare, we do sometimes need to skip or modify certain locations
that usually are part of the tour. Since the tour visits real-life locations all
around Brooklyn, the tour's itinerary can sometimes be impacted by traffic
conditions, construction, etc. A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour assumes no
liability or responsibility for traffic conditions, access to sites, or other
conditions beyond its control.
Can I bring wine, beer or
other alcoholic beverages on the bus?
No.
It is against New York State law to consume alcohol on a bus. The pizzerias we
visit do have alcoholic beverages for sale, so please be sure to bring
sufficient cash and a valid ID.
Is this a good sightseeing
tour of Brooklyn?
Absolutely!
The tour travels through much of Brooklyn, highlighting movie locations,
landmarks and general points of interest around the borough. So, while pizza is
our focus, families and friends often find this tour an ideal way to tour
Brooklyn. You'll be visiting unique Brooklyn neighborhoods such as DUMBO, Red
Hook, Bay Ridge, Bensonhurst, Coney Island and many more.
Are cameras allowed on the tour?
Yes.
While photography and filming are not allowed on the bus portion of the tour,
there are some great spots for taking photos and video at our stops along the
way.
Are the tours conducted in English only?
Yes.
A Slice of brooklyn Pizza Tour is only conducted in English at this time. Since
so much of the tour is visual and tastings, however, visitors from other
countries can enjoy the tour with minimal English.
What
type of bus is used?
The
tour is conducted on a closed coach bus. It is heated in the winter and air
conditioned in the summer.
Is there assigned seating on
the bus?
There
is no assigned seating on the bus - it's first come, first serve. If you have a
number of people in your party who want to sit together, you should make sure to
arrive 15-20 minutes early. Guests that arrive late or right at the starting
time are much more likely to have to split up their group.
Is there a bathroom on the bus?
The
buses do not contain bathrooms, but each pizzeria does have a men's and ladies'
room. Bathrooms will also be available at some of the places where we'll be
getting off the bus, such as the Coney Island boardwalk.
Is the bus wheelchair-accessible?
No,
unfortunately our buses do not have wheelchair access and you will need to take
a few steps up in order to board the bus. If you will be able to do this with
assistance from the other people in your party, you are welcome to join us.
Please keep in mind that the platform to enter the bus is about13.5 inches above
the ground.
Can I take a stroller or luggage on the
tour?
The
Slice of Brooklyn tours are conducted on coach buses, so limited storage space
is available for strollers and luggage. Please keep in mind that there will be
several stops of up to 30 minutes each, where we will be leaving the bus. If you
are not comfortable leaving your belongings on the bus during this time, you
might want to reconsider bringing them.
