Tours: Chinatown / Five Points
Wednesday Mornings / 2.5 hour Tour (Click here for full calendar)New York's Chinatown is the largest in the United States. The area was once home to one of the worst slums in the world, the Five Points area featured in the movie the "Gangs of New York". Today it is a diverse community with bustling streets and colorful outdoor markets. Take a break from your photography to sample some of the tasty pastries and dumplings that can be found in the stores along the way.
Capture the vibrant colors of Chinatown with your camera in your hand. Photo opportunities include:
- Columbus Park
- Mott Street with its colorful markets and shops
- The Bloody Angle and Pell Street
- Chatham Square and the statue of Lin Ze Xu
- Much more!
Your NYC photo tour starts with a brief lesson on photography complete with visual elements. There will also be time during the tour for you to ask questions about photography or your particular camera if you wish to do so.
Historical commentary is provided and at various locations on the tour you will be given time to explore that particular area with your camera. You will discover new insights and learn new skills that will inspire you to become a better photographer.