David Turk

About:

I'm David, a lifetime New Yorker, and I'd love to be your guide and show you around one of the greatest cities in the world. I have a passion for sharing with visitors from all over the world what makes New York City such a special place—its rich history, its incomparable culture, its indulgent cuisine and street food.

I've enjoyed much professional success and memorable personal experiences in New York as a catering and event planning small business owner, as a teacher at the Institute of Culinary Education, and as a volunteer for many organizations around my neighborhood in the East Village. These experiences have deepened my love and broadened my appreciation of my hometown.

Let me show you New York’s must-see sights and hidden gems as only a New Yorker can. Experience the best places to dine, shop, and have fun! At the end of your tour, you’ll have a better appreciation of this unique metropolis.

Education:

  • University of Rochester, BA in Economics and Psychology
  • New York City College of Technology, advanced schooling in Hospitality Management

Training:

  • New York State Restaurant Association
  • National Association of Catering Executives
  • Guides Association of New York City
  • Leading Caterers of America
  • Trip School

Personal Interests:

  • Board of Directors, AIWF’s Days of Taste
  • Advisory Board, Fiver Children’s Foundation
  • Fathering Forum, Founder & Chairman of the Board
  • Program producer for God's Love We Deliver
  • VP, Leadership Development, MDI
  • Board of Directors, Stuyvesant Park NA

Special Tours:

I offer a collection of must-see, best-hits tours, ready to go whenever you come to New York City. 

I'm always happy to craft a unique tour based on your interests or something special you want to experience in New York City. 

  • You're a history buff? The city is rich in historical institutions, neighborhoods, and events. 
  • You're a culture maven? Broadway, theater, music, museums, galleries, pop-up events—the city has it all in spades. 
  • You're a foodie? Let's check out the most delicious food from all over the world, conveniently located across all five boroughs.  

 Just tell me what your special interests are. We can just start with a few keywords and go from there! 

Special Interests:

Manhattan History & Development
As a native New Yorker, I have a treasure trove to share about how the NYC has changed and evolved.
Music
From the best spots around the city to catch the best buskers, jazz cats, and world-class musicians, from downtown galleries to Museum Mile, from off-off to Broadway—New York City's cultural offerings are unmatched.
Food & Drink
Indulge in authentic foods from all over the world across the city, for every taste, for every occasion.

Languages:

English

Availability:

Full-time/Flexible, On Request

Services Offered:

Convention Staff Corporate Meeting Staff Hospitality Desk & Staff Lecturer Tour Escort Tour Guide Tour Consultant Tour Manager

Tours Offered:

Art & Architectural Tours Bicycle Tours British Colonial History Celebrity-Focused Tours Central Park Chelsea Chinatown/Little Italy Culinary Tours Downtown Manhattan Dutch New Amsterdam East Village Grand Central Terminal Greenwich Village Hell's Kitchen Lecturer Lower East Side Music Olde New York Private Tours SoHo SoHo & NoLita South Street Seaport Times Square TriBeCa Upper West Side Walking Tours Wall Street/Financial District

Featured Tours by David Turk

Best of NYC with a Local, Walking Tour (4hrs) Explore New York City as a true New Yorker does: on foot! Join me as we traverse the vibrant neighborhoods of New York, each with its own distinct personality. Together, we'll encounter iconic landmarks, relish in local delicacies, and enjoy some of NYC's world-class attractions. New York City Highlights—Walking Tour New York City has been pictured in movies, TV shows, music videos, and more. Experience the scenes you are so familiar with when you visit the city that never sleeps!