New York City · WORKSHOPS
The 15 best workshops & classes you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Spray-paint your own graffiti in Bushwick with NYC artists Ghost or Leaf, learn street-art techniques, and take home a personal canvas.
“Very different from other activities we participated in during visit to NYC; tapped into one's creativity and instructor super helpful and encouraging - best part was leaving with an original art piece!”
Review of New York’s intimate Ground Zero Museum Workshop, with rare artifacts, FDNY photos, audio stories, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Lots of photos and items packed into a very small room, with an audio explanation of each item. Very interesting and moving. Need to allow about two hours for the full audio tour. Near to Chelsea Market and the High Line.”
Create your own graffiti art in Bushwick with an NYC artist, learn spray techniques, and take home a personal canvas for $45.
“Maybe my favorite thing we did on our trip! Our teacher was great, he was super patient and made us feel like we did good while giving instruction and explanation. After he took pics for us and was super kind. We felt like we left with a very unique memory and experience.”
Practice all-levels yoga in Central Park with skyline views, essential oils, small groups, mat rentals, and a rain backup studio.
“La prof devait être nouvelle, elle avait l’air un peu gêner voir stressée. Elle parlait très vite ne passait aucunement nous corriger ou nous aider alors que nous étions qu’un petit groupe. Pour ma première au Yoga j’aurai apprécié qu’elle prenne plus le temps de nous guider. Le cours a commencer en retard et elle nous a lâché bien avant l’heure de fin, en gros nous payons pour 1h30 de yoga on en a fait 1h15.”
Learn practical camera skills while photographing Times Square, Bryant Park, the NYPL, and Chrysler Building with a pro.
“I enjoyed this tour a lot! The photographer was personable and professional. I learned many techniques. We visited many areas around the city, and I got the chance to take pictures of people, objects, scenery, and buildings using the techniques I learned. The experience was amazing!”
Make New York bagels from scratch with an award-winning baker, then enjoy fresh bagels, drinks, recipes, and your own boxed creations.
“I enjoyed every minute of it. I learnt a lot and practised with expert bakers. A wonderful experience. Could do it again and again!”
Ride through Central Park’s iconic sights in a private pedicab, with local stories, photo stops, seasonal comfort, and flexible one to three hour tours.
“We took the one hour ride around the park at the latest timeframe available because of our work schedule. However, we were still able to see all the sites and had a wonderful time. Our guide Ricky really knew what he was talking about and we could tell he loves to give these tours. I learned so much more about Central Park then I had ever known before. It truly is a magical experience. The Pedi-Cab is a very fun, comfortable, and fast way to see the history and monuments of this beautiful park. Ricky did a great job showing us clips of movies, news stories, biographies, etc that really…”
Learn sushi, nigiri, sashimi, tempura, and miso in a hands-on three-hour NYC class with chefs, then eat what you make.
“Everything was super interesting and tasty! Oliver and Danny were so professional! Highly recommend !! Thank you guys ❤️”
Learn street, architecture, dawn, and night photography with a private New York guide during a tailored three-hour photo lesson.
“I have completed several Aperture tours across the globe. I decided while in New York to work with someone locally and was so happy I did. David Castillo was absolutely world class to work with. He was so kind, helpful, informative and I learned a lot with him not only about photography but New York City. I would highly recommend this tour and if you the privilege to work with David, it will be a memorable photography evening out! Thanks again Aperture and David.”
Practice gentle, all-level yoga on Central Park’s grass with The Yoga Trail, combining breath, movement, nature, and skyline views.
“Le cours était incroyable!!!! Je le referais sans hésiter !!!”
Practice beginner-friendly yoga on the grass in Central Park, with skyline views, small-group guidance, photos, and a calm city break.
“Shannon was a perfect teacher caring of each participant. She is a smiling person that encourages you during the lesson doing your best. Attending this class with the skyline of NY will be one of the best experience I will bring home!”
Make New York bagels by hand, tour a working Midtown shop, learn from baker Sam, and leave with fresh bagels, recipes, and schmears.
“My husband loves to cook and bake so this was perfect. We made enough bagels to take home 12 with us. I had two for breakfast and they were awesome. Sam loves what he does and it shows. The time went by fast. My bagels were delicious. The history of bagels was even very interesting. You get to actually roll and form the bagels, then get to boil them before you coat them in your choice of various seeds or seasoning. Then they get baked. Before you leave with your fresh bagels, Sam and Reva cook up the odd extra bagels to serve us with various spreads and of course…”
Cook fresh Italian pasta with NYC host Mary in Greenwich Village, then enjoy dinner, wine, and a possible rooftop skyline view.
“Mary was a great teacher on Italian dishes. Learned a few things on Italian cooking. Would definitely rebook experience.”
Cook four Asian-inspired courses in a Brooklyn home kitchen with a local chef, practical tips, small-group guidance, and a BYOB meal.
“We chose this class for a birthday celebration/date night and had the best time! Our Cozymeal chef made the experience really relaxed and informative and we learned a lot while having so much fun. I would absolutely book again!”
Make potato gnocchi, ricotta crostini, and tiramisù in a small Brooklyn class with a local chef, four-course meal, and BYOB format.
“Outstanding - learned technique making the ricotta crostini, gnocchi, and tiramisu. Chef Jamie was warm, engaging, and knowledgeable.”
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