Who I am

Hi hi!

I’m Daria. I’m a certified NYC weirdo. I have lived in NYC for 20 years, and came from upstate NY prior to that - so I know this city and this state pretty damn well.

My career background has mainly been in theater, concerts and events - the more backstage side of things (lighting, costumes, video, scenery, props) - and I have loved that life, but I’m loving being a tour guide even more.

I specialize in the weirder and more avant-garde types of sites and shows in NYC - I love a quirky hidden museum, a funeral supplies store, a themed burlesque show, dark stories of the mafia and unsolved crimes, or an off-the-beaten path dining experience, and I want to share my unique finds with YOU!

When I’m not running my own tours, I work with Tasty Tours NYC, Lincoln Center Tours and Funky Experiences.

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“Daria was very knowledgeable and entertaining!”

  • Denise M.

“Our tour guide Daria was amazing! Very attentive and helpful!”

  • Lynne O.

“Daria was a great guide. Knowledgeable, fun, and definitely a New Yorker. Highly recommend.”

  • Robert S.

Contact me!

Interested in working together? Fill out some info and I will be in touch shortly. Can’t wait to hear from you!