Beyond the Boardwalk: Summer Tour of Coney Island

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Beyond the Boardwalk: Summer Tour of Coney Island

🎡 Get 50% off this limited-run summer tour as a member at the Insider tier or higher! Not a member yet?

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Tour Highlights:

  • Ride the legendary Wonder Wheel, a century-old icon with unbeatable views of the beach and boardwalk
  • Visit Coney Island’s oldest rides and attractions, including the Cyclone, Parachute Jump, and B&B Carousel
  • Explore the historic Stillwell Avenue Subway Terminal, the world’s largest elevated terminal when it opened in 1919
  • Snack on NYC street food with a stop at Nathan’s Famous and old-school sweets at Williams Candy Shop
  • Discover hidden history along the boardwalk, from turn-of-the-century amusements to modern-day additions
  • Get a free copy of The Wonder City: The Great Whale of Coney Island

About this Tour:

Step right up for a nostalgic journey through the heart of Coney Island! Led by Untapped New York’s Chief Experience Officer Justin Rivers, this walking tour dives into the seaside neighborhood’s rich past and quirky charm. You’ll stroll the iconic boardwalk, explore historic attractions, and learn about local businesses that have kept the spirit of Coney alive for generations. Along the way, pick up a yummy snack and break for a ride on the Wonder Wheel—one of the oldest and most beloved Ferris wheels in the world. Whether you’re a lifelong Brooklynite or a first-time visitor, this tour is your pass to New York’s summer playground.

*Tickets to ride the Wonder Wheel are included in your tour ticket. Please note that any food items you may wish to purchase are not included.

How do I get this tour for a discount? 

If you are not a member yet, become one today at the Insider tier or higher get a 50% discount on Untapped New York Original walking tours like this!

If you are an Untapped New York Insider, Explorer, or Superfan, simply log in to your account using "Log In" button at the top right of the screen. Once logged in, click on the pink “Book Here” button to book this event!

What if I want to bring a friend who isn't a member?

The more, the merrier! You can book a full-price ticket for a non-member guest on this tour at checkout.

How many tickets can I reserve? 

If you are an Insider level member ($20/month), you can reserve 1 discounted ticket to this event. Explorer-level members ($30/month) or Superfans ($100/month) can reserve 2 discounted tickets. If you are a Support or Enthusiast level member, it’s easy to upgrade your account here for a 50% discount, or purchase a full-price ticket here.

You can reserve as many full-price tickets as are available.

Can’t login to your Insiders account?

Please make sure you are trying to sign in with the correct email address. If you have more than one email address please try logging in with all of them, that will solve this issue 99% of the time. Check out our FAQ for videos and more help documents.

The event is sold out?

In-person tours may have limited capacity and are booked on a first come, first served basis.

But don’t worry! Sometimes spots open up closer to the event date if there are cancellations. We also repeat our most popular events when possible so you will have another opportunity to join us. There are also multiple other members-only events weekly that you can join in!

What if I need to cancel?

If you cancel more than 24 hours ahead of the scheduled event, you will receive a 100% refund. Please be courteous to your fellow Insiders and let us know if you can no longer attend so we can offer your spot to another person.

To cancel your booking, simply click on « cancel booking Â» in the confirmation email you received upon booking. The confirmation email was sent from messages@fareharbor.com

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