Meet Brendan

Hi there! I’m a proud native New Yorker, born and raised in the heart of Manhattan. Growing up in such an exciting city, I always enjoyed exploring the different neighborhoods, checking out museums, and discovering hidden gems in parts of the city I hadn’t yet seen.

I graduated with a B.A. in Theatre from Binghamton University, and over the years, I’ve had the chance to work on a variety of film, TV, and theater projects. Along the way, I’ve taken on pretty much every actor’s “survival job,” including a lot of temp work and catering. By 2013, though, I’d reached a point where I was ready for a change, so I decided to take the test for my tour guide license. As an actor, I’ve always loved telling stories, entertaining, and keeping an audience engaged – and those same skills are exactly what make a great tour guide. You could say that leading a tour is like putting on a one-person show!

In preparing for the test, I discovered just how much I loved learning about New York’s incredible history. Now, I’m lucky enough to share that knowledge and passion with others, and after all these years, there’s always something new to discover and share with my guests.

When I’m not giving tours, I’m still pursuing acting gigs. I also love catching Broadway and Off-Broadway shows, and I’m always excited to visit the amazing museums we have here in the city.

Here are some of the tours I offer:

• Central Park

• Greenwich Village, Meatpacking District, and the High Line

• Brooklyn Bridge/Dumbo

• Battery Park/Financial District

• Custom tours tailored to your interests (2-8 hours in length)

Let me know if you’d like to explore the city with me—I’d love to show you around!