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I’m a licensed tour guide in NYC, specializing in the strange and unusual.
I come from a backstage entertainment background, in which I oversee all the technical elements that put a show together – scenery, costumes, lights, sound, video, props, etc.
I love all things weird, unusual, mysterious. In my free time, I watch a lot of documentaries, attend costume parties, drag shows, burlesque evenings and other events that are filled with spectacle.
Christmas Lights @ Night NYC
Greenwich Village NYC
East Village NYC
Chinatown & Little Italy NYC
Ladies' Mile & The Gilded Age Retail Palaces NYC
Harlem NYC
"Daria’s Christmas window tour was absolutely magical! As a New Yorker, I’ve always loved the holiday windows, but hearing the history and insider stories made it such a unique and special experience. A perfect festive night out with friends—I’d recommend it to both locals and visitors!"
"Daria was a great guide. Knowledgeable, fun, and definitely a New Yorker. Highly recommend."
"Daria is a delightful and colorful tour guide with a passion for the vendors and lots of interesting local lore along the way. It is worth going not only for the care and interest in the carefully curated food experience… but to share in her love and interest in the surrounding community."
Working on GANYC certification - expected completion October 2025
It's a mixed bag, as I work for 3 different companies at the moment. I usually book 2-4 weeks ahead of time.
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