
Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir
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4.6/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir worth booking?
Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $150 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (18)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $150 per person
Considering the changes of the NYC Garment Center the buildings have opened space for manufacturers in unique places this is a sub seller of a building we like to call Fashion Dongen safe location in the heart of Midtown
What you get
About this experience
Considering the changes of the NYC Garment Center the buildings have opened space for manufacturers in unique places this is a sub seller of a building we like to call Fashion Dongen safe location in the heart of Midtown on Broadway just blocks away from time square. Fashion Dongen consist of 2 clothing manufacturers and embroidery/embellishment factory where your customization will take place. Come join me in the hidden NYC fashion industry where you will visit factories that you will never expect their locations come meet the creators of clothing and theater costumes as well as embellishments and embroideries. Samanta will teach you the steps of the creations of industrial machine embroidery as well as help you thru the process of customizing your own NYC souvenir by selecting embroidered/embellished templates you can personalize your item and select your color combinations for your take away.
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Samantha and Jose were...
Samantha and Jose were great hosts! Enjoyed my time in their workspace and became inspired to swamp out my own sewing room!
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High School Fashion and design students in NYC
Awesome time learning about the industry for the kids. The kids loved having their own unique items that represented them and their time in NYC. They would had preferred being able to do the sewing etc themselves with more design options that truly represented themselves.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback and for bringing your group to our workshop! We’re so glad to hear the students enjoyed the experience and loved taking home unique items that marked their time in NYC. We understand the desire for more hands-on opportunities like sewing and more expansive design choices. With larger groups like yours and a limited two-hour window, it can be a challenge to give each student individual time for everything—but your feedback is incredibly valuable. As we grow, we’re actively working on expanding our tour offerings to better accommodate bigger groups and create more in-depth experiences. We truly appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you again with even more ways for students to engage creatively! Warm regards, Samanta
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Samantha was great! I...
Samantha was great! I learned so much, in a fun and interesting way. I would absolutely recommend this tour
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Would definitely recommend
Unique experience. Different than anything else you can see or do in the city. Very interesting and eye opening to the textile industry.
via Viator
Fun and Educational Tour of the Garment District from an Industry Expert and Insider
Samanta created a tour of the Garmet District to meet my families needs. We specially brought my 85 year old mother as she wanted to see and experience the Garment District in NYC. In her working days, she was a home economics teacher/administrator, ran her own fabric and notations store and designed and constructed dresses for clients. Samanta designed our tour to give her a full experience from historical walking tour with background of the district and a tour of her own factory. Samanta gave the tour at Mom's technical level as she knows the industry lingo. This made the tour extra special. We also learned so much about the industry from learning Samanta's background and her fun industry stories. Samanta was also kind enough to let us come back to complete our souvenirs when we were running late for our next event. You can not go wrong on this great tour. Samanta was just awesome.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir cost?
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Prices start at $150 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 Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir take?
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Plan for about 2 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 Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 18 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 Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir?
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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 Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir?
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Around 6 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 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Tour Fashion Factory & Create a souvenir 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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