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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 412 reviewsPrivate Central Park Pedicab Tour
Glide through Central Park in a tranquil 1-hour pedicab ride. Discover iconic landmarks and hidden retreats that echo New York's storied past.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1653 reviewsDiscover Hasidic Brooklyn with a local Rabbi
Learn about Hasidic traditions and the rhythms of daily community life on a vibrant Brooklyn tour. Wander through Crown Heights with a local Rabbi born, raised, and rooted in the neighborhood.
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 1549 reviewsSee 30 Top New York Sights with Fun Local Guide
Explore New York’s major landmarks and get a taste of its history, culture, and character.
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 195 reviewsEmpire State Building 86th Main Deck Ticket
Step onto New York’s most famous open-air observatory. Take advantage of 360° views & see all of NYC including the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, the Statue of Liberty and so much more.
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 2264 reviewsLearn about New York mafia with retired detectives
Hear mafia stories from a retired NYPD detective on a 1.5 mile walk through Little Italy, once a hub for notorious crime families. Enjoy a cannoli (10am), lunch (11am), or dinner (4:30pm).
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 2746 reviewsFull-day "See It All" NYC walking and boat tour
Venture through iconic NY landmarks and hidden secrets with a born and bred native New Yorker! . Over six hours you’ll see famous landmarks, hidden gems, and the best spots to eat and shop.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviewsBike Tour: Radical & Weird History of NYC
An introduction to NYC through the lens of it's most storied landmarks. An unconventional bike tour filled with visits to odd gems scattered around lower Manhattan's most eccentric neighborhoods.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 216 reviewsDiscover Brooklyn: The Bridge, Dumbo, and Heights
Explore Brooklyn's icons, from the Brooklyn Bridge to DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights, and Brooklyn Bridge Park, on a 3-hour walking tour led by a native New Yorker, historian, and licensed guide.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 725 reviewsThe Soul of Harlem Walking Tour
Wander through Central Harlem, the vibrant heart of the Civil Rights movement. Stroll with a licensed New York City tour guide and photographer who self-published a book on the subject
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 189 reviewsWalk though New York City’s tattoo history
Learn how modern tattooing got it's start on the Bowery in New York City.
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New place to stayGrand Central Terminal Walking Tour
Uncover Grand Central’s hidden history, marvel at the vast Main Concourse, test the Whispering Gallery’s secrets, and enjoy Chrysler Building views on a walking tour.
New place to stayThe Haunted Ghost Tour of New York City
Walk the square’s hidden burial grounds and hear eerie stories of forgotten dead with a local history storyteller.
New place to stayHidden Gems and NYC landmarks with a local
Join a native guide through Bryant Park, Grand Central, St Patrick's Cathedral and the Plaza Hotel, pausing inside each for photos and history.
New place to stayStroll Williamsburg with a culture guide
Connect the neighborhood’s immigration past and factory blocks with its current street style, striking new buildings and sweeping skyline views.
New place to stayChristmas in New York City
Join a veteran city guide to see Rockefeller Center’s tree, Saks light show, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Tiffany decorations along the holiday corridor. Available from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day.
New place to stayWalk Central Park with a city storyteller
Explore Central Park on a 3–4 hour private tour of history, stories, movie locations and iconic sights. More awaits along the way! **Tour may be canceled if minimum group size is not met.**
New place to stayWalk Wall Street & 9/11 with an experienced guide
Experience the 9/11 Memorial and hear the stories behind this powerful site, and also explore Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church and Battery Park. Tour may cancel if minimum size isn’t met.**
New place to stayExplore Brooklyn & Dumbo by Open-top Bus Tour
Ride an open-top double-decker bus for stunning views and live commentary as you explore the vibrant streets of Brooklyn and the artistic charm of DUMBO.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsExperience Masquerade: Weekday Performances
Move through the Paris Opera House, feel the music, the mystery, and the seduction of the Music of the Night. Tuesday - Thursday Performances. All guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
New place to stayWalk Ground Zero with a bilingual guide
Trace the fire department wall, memorial pools, survivor tree, Oculus and St. Paul’s Chapel with a bilingual (English & Spanish) guide from a long-standing tourism company.
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