New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts in New York
New York, United States

New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts

Outty Ranking 72 4.9 · 32 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $30

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72/100

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4.9/5

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Is New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts worth booking?

New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts is a 1.5-hour experience in New York, United States, from $30 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 32 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
72 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (32)
Duration
1.5 hours
From
$30 per person

Thanks for checking out the Underground Donut Tour! On this tour, we make stops at some of the best donut spots in the city where you'll be able to pick as many or as few donuts as you like. Obviously, we have recommenda

What you get

  • Food and beverages are not included in the tour price.
  • Explore the vibrant streets of Union Square with a local guide.
  • Create sweet memories while exploring the heart of Manhattan.
  • Enjoy the flexibility to spend as much or as little as you'd like.
  • Receive insider recommendations for food, shopping, and attractions.
  • Hear stories about New York City's past and present.

About this experience

Thanks for checking out the Underground Donut Tour! On this tour, we make stops at some of the best donut spots in the city where you'll be able to pick as many or as few donuts as you like. Obviously, we have recommendations and favorites, but it's entirely up to you as to which you choose. Each store has SO many options - you may want to plan ahead. You’ll also learn about the Union Square and Greenwich Village neighborhoods as well as the hidden (and not so hidden) donut history of New York City. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis, so don't miss out!

What's included

Included

  • Food and beverages are not included in the tour price.
  • Explore the vibrant streets of Union Square with a local guide.
  • Create sweet memories while exploring the heart of Manhattan.
  • Enjoy the flexibility to spend as much or as little as you'd like.
  • Receive insider recommendations for food, shopping, and attractions.
  • Hear stories about New York City's past and present.
  • Discover hidden gems and beloved local businesses.
  • Learn about the history and culture of the neighborhood.
  • Choose and purchase your own donuts based on your preferences.
  • Visit several of Union Square's favorite donut shops and bakeries.

Not included

  • Food and beverages are not included and must be purchased separately.
  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. First stop on the tour. Unregular Bakery focuses on Italian style doughnuts known as bombolone.

    15 minutes here

  2. Union Square

    Walking through Union Square, we'll point out major landmarks and history along the way as well as eat lots of amazing donuts of course.

    40 minutes here

  3. Greenwich Village

    Walking Greenwich Village, we'll point out major landmarks and history along the way as well as eat lots of amazing donuts of course.

    40 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

New York

Meet your guide inside Unregular Bakery in the back of the shop. They will be wearing a donut tour t-shirt or sweatshirt.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Tour ends at Mah-Ze-Dahr Bakery

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 10 travelers per booking
Operated by
Underground Donut Tour - Brooklyn, Downtown, Times Square, & East Village

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 32 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Knowledge and storytelling

7 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

The guide

5 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Traveler reviews

32 verified traveler reviews for New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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maureentL426WO · June 2026

Best day ever

What a fabulous day!! Missy was amazing and was full of so many fun facts!!! Would highly recommend!!!!

Response from the operator: Yay! Thank you so much for rolling with us in NYC! Missy says 👋 We hope to host you again, in any of our donut holes around the world.

via Tripadvisor

Sheila S · May 2026

Great Doughnut Tour

Great tour. Jenny was a wonderful tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about the history and architecture of the neighborhoods we walked through. We made four doughnut stops. Great variety because we could pick what we wanted. The selection was great and the doughnuts were so good. Hot drinks were also offered at the Donut Pub. Nice walking pace with places to sit and enjoy the doughnuts. These tours are available in other cities in the U.S. and UK. I’m going to check those out as well.

Response from the operator: Oh go on! We are blushing! Thank you so much for rolling with us in NYC! Jenny says 👋! We can't wait to host you again, on your next theatre trip to NYC!! Bring more friends!

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Kerry O · May 2026

Don’t miss this one…

We really enjoyed our tour. Our guide was fantastic and I learned so much about New York City. Donuts were amazing, too .

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for rolling with us in NYC! We love hearing from our amazing guests! We can't wait to host you again, in NYC or any of our donut holes around the world!

via Tripadvisor

Joanne_H · December 2025

Highly recommended

Fabulous. A great guide who went out of her way to make this experience interesting and enjoyable just remember - the cost of doughnuts isn't included and theyre expensive ! I paid USD $40 for 2 in only one shop

Response from the operator: Thanks for rolling with us in Union Square! 🍩 We’re glazed you enjoyed the guide and the experience. You’re right—on this Buy Your Own Donuts tour, treats aren’t included, and NYC donuts can be a splurge. We appreciate you calling it out and hope to host you again in NYC or one of our donut holes around the world!

via Viator

R2656AZkater · December 2025

A great way to learn about the city

The donut tour was fun! We made three stops for delicious doughnuts and learned about the history of the city and it's architecture within the neighborhoods we were visiting. Our guide was Rob. Thanks. Rob, for a good time!

Response from the operator: Thanks a hole bunch for touring with us! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the treats, the history, and rolling through NYC with Rob. We’d love the chance to earn that final star on a future tour—come back hungry and we’ll make it even sweeter!

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
1.5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$30 to $40
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
11
Verdict
Strongly Recommended

Why this scores 72

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)86
Review evidence (18% weight)44
Booking momentum (14% weight)36
Value for money (12% weight)82
Listing quality (10% weight)97
Local standing (8% weight)69
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.

How much does New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts cost?

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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts take?

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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.

Is New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 32 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts?

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Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in New York?

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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit New York?

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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in New York?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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