by Ben Wagenberg | Nov 12, 2025 | Meet Ben
See New York through the eyes of a lifelong native. A Manhattan-born tour guide shares personal stories, local history, and hidden gems for a truly authentic city experience—starting with a fresh bagel.
by Ben Wagenberg | Jul 16, 2025 | NYC News & Events, Themed Tours & Seasonal Highlights, Tour Planning & FAQs
Despite what you may hear in the news, now is actually an excellent time to visit New York City. As a lifelong New Yorker and professional tour guide, I can assure you—this city is still full of life, history, culture, and of course, incredible bagels.
by Ben Wagenberg | Dec 1, 2016 | Community & Engagement
One of my favorite places to point out on my Lower East Side Tour is the Lower East Side Tenement Museum at 97 Orchid Street in Manhattan. It is dedicated to the immigrant experience in New York and not only the Jewish experience but other ethnic groups (Italians,...
