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Brooklyn Heights Walking Tour Guide: Discover Historic Cat Tales in NYC's Most Charming Neighborhood
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Why Choose Our Brooklyn Heights Walking Tour?

Our expert-guided tours offer an experience you won't find anywhere else in NYC:

  • 90-minute walking tour through Brooklyn's most picturesque neighborhood
  • Professional licensed NYC tour guides
  • Fascinating historical stories from the 1800s and early 1900s
  • Visit to the famous Brooklyn Cat Cafe
  • Small group sizes for personal attention
  • Featured in TimeOut NY and Brooklyn Magazine

What You'll Discover on Our Brooklyn Heights Tour

1. Walt Whitman Park

Start your journey where famous poet Walt Whitman once walked, as your guide shares incredible tales of the area's historic felines. Perfect for: History buffs, literature lovers, and photography enthusiasts.

2. Brooklyn Bridge Views

Hear fascinating stories about the cats that lived alongside the workers during the bridge's construction. Great photo opportunities of NYC's most iconic landmark!

3. Brooklyn Borough Hall

Discover the surprising role cats played in this historic building's past. Learn about the famous civic cats that once roamed these halls.

4. Historic Joralemon Street

Walk down one of Brooklyn's most beautiful streets and hear the incredible story of the kitten that brought luck to subway tunnel workers.

5. Famous Remsen Street

Meet Harry, the legendary firefighter cat, through stories passed down through generations.

6. Brooklyn Heights Promenade

Enjoy Manhattan skyline views while learning about the cats that made this iconic walkway their home.

7. Brooklyn Cat Cafe

End your tour at Brooklyn's beloved cat cafe, where you can relax with refreshments while meeting modern-day cats. (Cafe admission included in tour price!)

Tour Details You Need to Know

  • Duration: 1.5 hours + optional cat cafe time
  • Distance: 1.5 miles of easy walking
  • Schedule: Saturdays and Sundays at 1:15 PM (April through December)
  • Starting Point: Walt Whitman Park
  • End Point: Brooklyn Cat Cafe
  • Group Size: Maximum 12 people
  • Season: Tours run April through December
  • Price: Check available dates and prices →

What Makes Our Tour Unique?

Expert Storytelling

Led by Peggy Gavan, author of "The Cat Men of Gotham" and renowned cat historian, our tours bring history to life through captivating storytelling.

Perfect Location

Brooklyn Heights offers the perfect blend of historic architecture, stunning views, and charming streets - all within a comfortable walking distance.

Exclusive Stories

Hear tales you won't find in any guidebook, carefully researched from historical newspapers and archives.

Best Times to Visit

Tour Season (April - December)

  • Spring (April-May): Comfortable temperatures and blooming trees
  • Summer (June-August): Afternoon tours with plenty of shade
  • Fall (September-November): Perfect walking weather and beautiful foliage
  • Early Winter (December): Final chance to experience the tour before winter break

Weekly Schedule

  • Saturday tours: 1:15 PM
  • Sunday tours: 1:15 PM
  • Check tour availability →

Why Visitors Love Our Tour

"Fantastic! I learned so much cat history and the walk was so pleasant. The tour guide was knowledgeable and the other attendees were all really awesome cat lovers which made for a fun group experience." - Jenny P.

"Amazing tour guide in NYC to learn about cat history in different places across the city! Great for folks that love walking tours and CATS!" - Aly S.

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

  • Subway: 2/3 to Clark Street or A/C to High Street
  • Bus: B25, B26, B52

What to Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Camera for photos
  • Water bottle
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Sunscreen (recommended April-September)

Book Your Brooklyn Heights Cat Tour Today

Ready to experience Brooklyn's most unique walking tour? Spaces are limited to ensure a personal experience. Remember, tours only run weekends at 1:15 PM from April through December - book early to secure your preferred date!

Let's talk
Ready to embark on a feline-filled adventure? Get in touch to book your tour or ask any questions. We're here to help and excited to share these stories with you!