Half day in New York with a local Half day
Times Square, neighbourhood diners and thrift store sifting.
$167.48 per person
4 hours
(20)
Hi, I’m Mei
Hi, I’m Mei
I’ve lived in New York for 30 years
I speak English, Mandarin
I am Travel Agent
Hello, I'm Mei, and I'm a local host in the exciting city of New York! I'm a kind, friendly, open-minded, and creative person with an easygoing spirit. What I love most about New York City is its rich diversity of cultures, arts, and history. I'm always eager to explore and discover new things, and I enjoy dining out, attending shows and theater performances, and participating in various activities. I know Astoria, Queens, DUMBO, Brooklyn, and all the nooks and crannies of Manhattan like the back of my hand. I'm a total expert when it comes to taking you on off-the-beaten-path adventures away from crowded tourist spots. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned New Yorker, I promise to show you the city in a way you've never seen it before! So come join me, and let's make some amazing memories together!
My knowledge & interests
Food
Shopping
Photography
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Street art
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Hikes
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Cityscape photography
Street photography
Modern architecture
Classical architecture
Third wave coffee
Artisanal tea
High-end fashion boutiques
Vintage shops
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Alternative or underground culture
Vegetarian food
Post-modern architecture
Michelin starred
Pubs / bars
Museums
Independent boutiques or shops, Bargains
People, Instagrammable
Ancien
Experiences I love to host
City Unscripted Original
Taste the world in Harlem: a culinary adventure Food & Drink
Savor the rich cultural heritage of Harlem! Your tastebuds will travel the world as you sample Soul Food, Caribbean, African & Latin American cuisines
$182.83 per person
3 hours
(11)
My reviews
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It was great that Mei was able to find delicious bars and restaurants that suited my tastes on the run. We didn’t do the usual places, but a really nice little bar for nibbles and drinks, a Vietnamese cafe and Spanish restaurant. I like tasty little flavour bombs rather than pizza, and this really delivered. Great bites but most memorable was the pan cont tomate at the Spanish restaurant. I also enjoyed the stroll through Greenwich and West Villages with Mei’s commentary.
June 2024
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Our guide Mei was awesome. She was friendly and she showed us a Iot in a short period of time. We walked and took the subway. She even explained the subway system to us so we’re able to navigate on our own later in the day and the days to follow. It was 95 degrees and sunny so Mei planned a route that took us through air conditioned places for a reprieve.
June 2024
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We had a full day of guiding with Mei in NYC. Been to Manhattan a lot and we wanted to see a different side of New York. She met us in Harlem and from there took us in her car to Fort Tyron then to Williamsburg. All in all very good.
May 2024
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I greatly enjoyed this service- I gave a four instead of a five only because the host that I had been speaking with was changed on me at the last minute and I was a little uncomfortable with that and was not completely happy with it. However, our new hostess did an excellent job and before our day was over I felt like I had made a new friend. I just did not like the change being made at the last minute.
April 2024