I’ve walked all over Washington Heights, Greenwich Village, and for miles along the Hudson and East Rivers. I think I like Washington Square best.

- Simone de Beauvoir

Woman-Owned Tasting Tour of the Village & Soho

Specially made for girls’s trips, solo travelers or female family, this tour is a perfect afternoon discovering woman-owned small businesses on charming streets.

Explore iconic NYC neighborhoods of the West Village, Greenwich Village and Soho. Along the way enjoy tastings at a local microbrewery, decadent desserts, and a champagne-party bar-shop.

Itinerary

  • Meet your guide at a stylish woman-owned-and-founded brewery. Enjoy a 4 oz tasting pour and bar snacks while learning about the history of brewing in New York and what makes Talea so unique.

  • Walk to Taylor Swift's former townhouse at 23 Cornelia Street. Learn about her time there and see photos of the interior.

  • Stop in front of Electric Lady Studios, an iconic music studio in Greenwich Village. Learn about its history and artists who've recorded here (including Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and more!)

  • Walk to Washington Square Park to learn about its history including the oldest tree in Manhattan, how the Park was saved, and Eleanor Roosevelt's involvement.

  • Stop at Brigadeiro Bakery to try Brazillian treats of pao de quiejo and bonbon brigadeiros. Learn about the female founder who started this shop.

  • Stop at Global Table to browse artisanal tablewares and learn about this character-filled local business.

  • Stop at Pi Bakerie to try handmade dolmas and baklava. Learn about the family business run by a mother-daughter team.

  • Walk through SoHo learning about the historic Cast Iron District and unique architecture.

  • Stop at Feste party and gift store to browse unique souvenirs. Learn about the woman who runs this fun shop.

  • End our tour in Odd Sister, a chic woman empowering restaurant and bar to try some light bites.