New York is an infinite library.

Rows and stacks of information, experiences, and sensations all waiting to be discovered, offering infinite frames for your attention.

But time is limited.

How do you decide what to do?


A guide service for travelers, not tourists.

We're here for the people who want to be changed by the city, not just see it from behind glass.

We’ll take you to the major sights, but we’ll head down the back streets as well, hearing the hidden stories of the greatest city on earth.

Our method is wandering. We mix careful planning and spontaneity to craft unforgettable experiences for your family, colleagues, and friends on the sidewalks of New York.

This isn't a side gig for us. We are full-time, professional guides who live in the city - a rarity in this field - and we bring a collective resume of thousands of hours leading unique walks throughout New York City.

We are constantly expanding our own maps of the city, and sitting down to compare notes.

Sidewalk Alchemy is more about honest discovery than white-glove service. But if you're looking for a personable, knowledgeable, and flexible guide(s) to enhance your exploration of the world's most dynamic city, then we're your people.
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