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5 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews

Sketch masterpieces at the Met Museum

Join a seasoned artist for a hands-on journey through one of the world's most iconic museums sketching selected sculptures and artworks.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 50 reviews

Make natural incense with an artist

Discover the therapeutic craft of incense making with a blend of tradition and technology.

5 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Trace Harlem immigrants' impact with a historian

Learn how African settlers helped shape the neighborhood's history and culture.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Embark on a D&D adventure with seasoned gamers

Dive into a hilarious, one-night Dungeons & Dragons game at a beloved indie store.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Create air-clay art in a unique location

Fashion your own sculptures with an artist at a vibrant studio at Holy Trinity Church.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Collage with textiles alongside a local artist

During the experience, you will create a textile-based piece working on composition, fabric layering, stitching, gluing, and drawing.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Explore NYC oyster history Lesson

Join me for an oyster history lesson and hands-on shucking workshop at Pier 57

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Queer literary history walk in Greenwich Village

Visit homes and haunts of LGBTQ writers who lived in the Village pre-Stonewall Riots.

5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Catacombs by Candlelight VIP

Join me on this very special VIP experience of our popular Catacombs by Candlelight Tour!

5 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews

Create and taste a wood-fired New York pizza

Roll up your sleeves and dive into the art of pizza-making at Brooklyn's Paulie Gee’s.

Top-rated activities

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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviews

Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

Cruise through Central Park, discovering iconic landmarks and hidden retreats in a relaxin

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 2557 reviews

The Full-Day "See It All" NYC Tour

Discover iconic landmarks, hidden secrets, and the best spots to eat, drink, and shop.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews

The Ultimate Greenwich Village Food Tour

The Greenwich Village Food Tour includes 6 authentic food tastings, local history, and iconic stops like the FRIENDS apartment, Taylor Swift’s Cornelia Street home, and Carrie Bradshaw’s stoop.

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 2192 reviews

Explore New York Mafia w/ Retired nypd Detectives

Discover Little Italy’s mafia history with a retired NYPD detective. Day tours include lunch + cannoli; evening tours include entrée choice at John’s + cannoli. 1.5-mile walk.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 1308 reviews

A Tipsy Adventure Through Speakeasy History

Walk through Midtown New York, retrace immigrant steps, and toast prohibition cocktails. 21+

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Explore gilded age mansions

Step inside Gilded Age mansions on Fifth Avenue. Discover power, love, and architecture.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1017 reviews

The Ultimate New York City Street Food Tour

Eat street food in the world’s most diverse area just 15-20 minutes from Midtown Manhattan. You’ll experience a local NYC neighborhood guided by a native New Yorker who grew up in the neighborhood.