I was afraid that touring the Hassidic community would be intimidating. Nothing could be further from the truth. Prior to the tour, as I walked along several blocks, community members stopped to wish me well and welcome me. By the time I met with my tour guide, Rabbi Beryl Epstein, I had many questions on my mind. He graciously and non-judgmentally answered every question. I felt privileged to enter the Hassidic neighborhood with such a kind and knowledgeable guide. He very obviously wanted to share the basics of his beliefs. I am anxious to return with my husband to take this tour again.

Great for anyone, from totally observant Yidden to people who have no knowledge about Judaism! Chaya is great at answering any and all questions.

I am not a Jew but am very interested in the Jewish culture and their history. The Hassidic Walking tour was the perfect way to see and learn about a people who are solely committed to their beliefs without trying to impose them on others. I happened to be there the day after their holy days and there were visitors there from around the world. It was quite the center of activity as they were all leaving to return to their homes. We observed worship, saw how they restore Torahs, learned about their rituals and laws and how they have integrated themselves into today’s world without losing who they are as a people. I found the whole experience to be enlightening and would highly recommend it.

This tour is thoroughly recommended for any visitor to New York who wants to enjoy a great travel experience. What you see and experience on this tour will stay with you long after the memories of the tourist sites of manhattan have been forgotten. These men where very knowledgeable and engaging and we all learnt more in a few short hours than we could have from any guide books. Well worth while – 5 stars!