Urban Running Tour & Brooklyn Brewery Experience with City Fit Tours
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
approx. 2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels with some running ability required
Overview
Join a guided 4.5-mile run through Williamsburg's lively streets, blending culture, history, and fitness. Finish with a tour and complimentary pint at Brooklyn Brewery for a complete Brooklyn experience.
Brooklyn Brewery
Experience Brooklyn's Most Dynamic Neighborhood with your Running Shoes followed by Delicious Brews!
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About This Adventure
Experience the vibrant spirit of Williamsburg on a guided 4.5-mile running tour that blends hipster culture with Hasidic traditions. Discover iconic landmarks and the evolving waterfront at a relaxed pace, concluding with a tour and a complimentary pint at Brooklyn Brewery. Join us for an unforgettable urban adventure!
Brooklyn Brewery
Duration
Approximately 1.5 Hours - Beer After
About
Join us for a guided running tour of one of Brooklyn's most dynamic neighborhoods: Williamsburg. This 4.5 mile route, led at a casual pace, explores the overlapping hipster and Hasidic sections of Williamsburg, the rapidly changing waterfront, and legendary landmarks like Peter Luger Steakhouse, The Knitting Factory and McCarren Pool. The run concludes at The Brooklyn Brewery for a tour of the brewery and a pint of Brooklyn's finest on us!
More info
Distance: 4.5 Miles/7.2K Terrain: Street, Sidewalk Elevation: Flat
What to Know
Although this is not a race, we do ask for your running pace, so we can be prepared for different running abilities. More than one guide will be provided depending on group size as well as varied paces. Please do not worry - we will not leave you behind!
Your running guide will be wearing a City Running Tours t-shirt (weather permitting). Your running guide will be running with a small backpack to hold any items that fit.
City Running Tours offers tours rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, we will contact you for cancellations and rescheduling. If you do not hear from us, this means that we are still running.
Once you book your running tour, you will receive a confirmation email the day before your scheduled tour.
Gratuities are always appreciated, but never expected.
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes
Since you'll be running and walking through varied surfaces, proper footwear is essential for safety and comfort.
Stay hydrated
Bring water bottles to stay refreshed, especially during warmer months or if the weather is hot.
Arrive early
Getting to the starting point a little ahead of schedule helps ensure you don’t miss any part of the tour.
Bring your ID for the brewery tour
A valid ID is needed to enjoy the beer tastings at Brooklyn Brewery after the run.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons
- Urban foxes in less frequented areas
History
Williamsburg has transformed from a 19th-century industrial hub to a center of artistic innovation and craft brewing, reflecting Brooklyn's resilient spirit.
Conservation
Participating in guided tours helps support local businesses and promotes sustainable urban tourism by highlighting community-driven spaces.
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Recommended Gear
Running shoes
Proper running shoes provide support and comfort for the varied urban terrain.
Light layers
Dress in layered clothing to adapt to changing temperatures during the run.
spring|fall|winter specific
Cap or hat
Helps shield your face from sun and keep sweat out of your eyes.
summer specific
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout your run with a refillable bottle.