New York City Day Cruise by Statue of Liberty on Small Yacht
See many major New York sights on a 90-minute boat cruise on a small classic yacht with a professional captain and crew! Enjoy views from the open bow, or relax in the spacious glass-enclosed observation cabin. The boat cruises along the Hudson River offering views of Manhattan's west side and towering skyline. Pass by the Financial District, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty as the boat navigates New York Harbor.
Greenwich Village Private Walking Tour: Rebels & Revolutionaries
Step into a private, expertly guided journey through Greenwich Village—where overlooked individuals and bold visionaries reshaped American history.
This immersive experience reveals how rebels, reformers, and artists challenged power from the 1600s through the civil rights era. Visit landmarks such as the Stonewall Inn, the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, and Café Society, while uncovering stories behind the Jefferson Market Courthouse, Marie’s Crisis Café, the Cherry Lane Theatre, and Eleanor Roosevelt’s former home.
Designed for travelers who value depth and personalization, this private tour offers a richer way to experience New York.
Led by a former State Teacher of the Year and college history professor with a doctorate in education.
The date and time selected on Viator are placeholders—after booking, I will contact you to arrange your tour for a time convenient to you. This is a private tour.
Small-Group Downtown, 911 Memorial, Wall Street Tour
Stroll through 400 years of New York City history on this informative and entertaining 2-hour guided walking tour. Start off by exploring the early Dutch roots of the city, visit Bowling Green and the famous Charging Bull statue and then stop into historic Fraunces Tavern where George Washington bid farewell to his troops. Spend some time at the 9/11 Memorial and the new One World Trade Center. As an optional add on board a ferry for the Statue of Liberty and get an incredible view of the Manhattan skyline.
Central Park 2 - Hours Private Pedicab Guided Tour
Ever wanted to explore and discover Central Park in comfort? Then we've got just what you need. NYC Park Tours offers you the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the fascinating view of the most famous attractions in Central Park from the comfort of a Pedicab. Our 2 hour Central Park Pedicab tour is one of the most popular Central Park Pedicab guided tours in New York and has served countless tourists and locals for many years.
What the 2 Hour Central Park Pedicab Tour Covers
With our 2 hour Central Park Pedicab guided tour, you get to see historic and popular landmarks in New York's most spectacular attraction. From the comfort of a Pedicab, you can explore famous spots such as the Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, the Great Law, Turtle Pond, Shakespeare Garden, the Belvedere Castle, The Lake, Cherry Hill Fountain, Alice in Wonderland, The Boat Pond, The Bow Bridge, The Lake, Loeb Boathouse, the Dakota building, Tavern on the Green, Strawberry Fields.
"Minimum 2 Travelers Required"
Central Park Walking Tour
Central Park is the most famous urban park in the world, and this tour will help you discover why. From the sweeping Central Park Mall to the Bow Bridge to Strawberry Fields to the gorgeous Bethesda Terrace, and much more, your guide will make sure you get to see all of the highlights of this expansive park. Along the way, you'll learn the fascinating history of Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux's urban masterpiece.
Central Park has been called “one of the greatest works of art in America”. Come see why!
Your walking tour will start at Manhattan's Grand Army Plaza and continue on through the park. Your guide will show you all the highlights of the park at a leisurely pace, while providing historic photos for reference. This tour takes place year round, as each season is a different experience. The best thing about this park is that every month brings changes and new discoveries.
A private tour also provides a more personal experience.
Central Park Pedicab Tour with Natural History Museum Access
Discover the beauty and history of Central Park from the comfort of a private pedicab on this guided tour. Ride past iconic landmarks, bridges, and hidden gems as your local guide shares fascinating stories, movie trivia, and fun facts about New York’s most famous park. Choose the optional upgrade to include timed-entry tickets to the American Museum of Natural History, with convenient drop-off right at the museum entrance after your tour.
- Explore Central Park on a relaxing pedicab tour with a guide
- Photo Stops at Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, and Strawberry Fields
- Hear entertaining stories, movie moments, and historical facts
- Optional upgrade includes Natural History Museum entry with direct drop-off
Walking tour in Manhattan Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront
NEW: For a special treat, book my new Sunset tour offered at 6 pm on Saturday, and watch the sun set and Manhattan skyline come alive.
All tours are delivered in English, and by the proprietor Scott, and feature small groups. Enjoy a 3-hour, 3-mile stroll with a 30-year resident of Brooklyn. I'll lead you to the most picturesque photo ops and find corners that only a local would know. Learn about the history of the people, eras, and technology that defined Brooklyn's rise. We'll pass by the homes of some very famous stars of TV and film, as well as through shoot locations you will almost certainly recognize from popular TV and films.
You'll end up in NYC's hottest neighborhood, Dumbo, home of NYC's best pizza. Make time for lunch and, during warm-weather weekends, to browse Brooklyn Flea for a bespoke, vintage souvenir.
This is a walking version of my popular, five-star rated bike tour, also listed on Viator.
Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour
Escape the crowds of Times Square and explore a different side of Manhattan on this 2-hour small-group walking tour through the High Line, Chelsea, and the Meatpacking District—one of the most dramatically transformed areas of New York City.
Stroll along the elevated park of the High Line, a former railway turned scenic greenway that offers beautiful views of the city and the Hudson River. From there, explore the trendy streets of the Meatpacking District and the vibrant Chelsea, neighborhoods known for their art galleries, restaurants, and striking modern architecture.
Along the way, your guide will share the fascinating story of how this once-industrial waterfront district transformed into one of the city’s most stylish and culturally dynamic destinations.
New York Union Square Sweetest Food Tour: Choose Your Own Donuts
Thanks for checking out the Underground Donut Tour! On this tour, we make stops at some of the best donut spots in the city where you'll be able to pick as many or as few donuts as you like. Obviously, we have recommendations and favorites, but it's entirely up to you as to which you choose. Each store has SO many options - you may want to plan ahead. You’ll also learn about the Union Square and Greenwich Village neighborhoods as well as the hidden (and not so hidden) donut history of New York City. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis, so don't miss out!
Tour Noir: A Dame To Guide For
Come join New York City's only sightseeing theater experience. You'll experience the history and culture of famous downtown Manhattan sights (Wall Street, the Woolworth Building, City Hall, Chinatown, Little Italy) while watching an original film noir comedy play. The two hour tour (available for up to 15 people) begins in Hanover Square as humble guide, Jason Thompson, attempts to lead a tour, when his ex-fiance unexpectedly barges in and tasks the group to find her missing husband. Every tour is unique and every group is immersed in a film noir thriller, filled with witty bantering and bickering as they help Jason and his alluring femme fatale solve clues and navigate the winding streets of downtown Manhattan.
A Gilded Age Audio Guide: New York's Millionaire Row
On this self-guided audio tour, you will admire the architecture and savour the scandals of Fifth Avenue’s old money set. Hear from Emmy-nominated storyteller Tom Darbyshire of TellBetter Tours, who takes audio walking tours to a new level—less dry facts, more juicy stories.
Opposite New York’s Central Park is the world’s most prestigious address: Fifth Avenue, where grand mansions were built by Gilded Age robber barons and their heirs.
As you stroll along Millionaire’s Row and Museum Mile, I’ll share extraordinary stories of love and loss, epic battles over status, and deliciously petty squabbles over the rules that governed society in the late 1800s.
Every mansion has its story, and we bring them to life in dramatic fashion, with voice actors and immersive sound design that puts you in the ballrooms, carriages and clubs of the Gilded Age elite. No other Gilded Age tour, recorded or live, packs as much detail and drama into one thrilling experience.
Private All Access 9/11 Ground Zero: Tour, Museum & Observatory
This deeply personal tour of Ground Zero begins at the site of what served as a rescue center for victims and place for mementos after the attacks: St. Paul's Chapel. The historic church was miraculously unharmed when the Twin Towers fell.
You'll then walk to the 9/11 Memorial where we'll reflect on the lives lost in the World Trade Center attacks. See "Reflecting Absence," the largest man-made waterfalls on the continent. Your private guide will share the meaning behind the memorial, stories from the day, and how New Yorkers came together in the aftermath.
Afterward, visit the 9/11 Museum with your skip-the-line ticket for a self-guided tour of the exhibits and artifacts. Next, walk over to Freedom Tower. In the lobby, you can watch "Voices," a film about the Twin Towers and Freedom Tower, before riding the SkyPod elevator 1,250 feet up. Visit the tri-level One World Observatory for panoramic views of NYC, immersive LED displays, and the See Forever Theater.
Chef-Led Brooklyn Street-Food Tour in Williamsburg & Greenpoint
This is the real Brooklyn food tour for food lovers, led by a local chef who actually lives and eats here. Discover curated neighborhood spots shaped by the diverse cultures that define Brooklyn’s food scene, including hidden gems you’d likely never find on your own.
I’m Nicholas, a private chef with over 20 years in NYC kitchens, from Michelin-starred restaurants to private dining. I’ve spent years living and working in this neighborhood and building relationships with family-run spots we visit.
Many stops have deep personal meaning for my wife and me. They’re places I took her when we first started dating to impress her, and they’ve become our family staples. Now we host the tour together on my days off, sharing our love for food and our neighborhood.
As we walk through Williamsburg and Greenpoint you’ll see street art, architecture, and cultures that shaped these neighborhoods, but the experience is intentionally food-focused rather than a traditional history tour.
Come hungry!
Manhattan Group Tour Including Wall Street and 911 Memorial
Spend your morning discovering the heart of Manhattan with a local to show you its biggest sights, from the skyscrapers of Wall Street to the reflection pools and engraved names at the 9/11 Memorial. Start in the Financial District to get fascinating insight into the history of finance, politics, and power in NYC (and the world) as you walk by famous sights like Federal Hall and Trinity Church.
Then head to the 9/11 Memorial, where you'll discover the impact of this day on the city and the world as you pause for a moment of reflection at the country's largest man-made waterfalls. We'll walk part of the Canyon of Heroes, visit many more beloved landmarks, and even glimpse the Statue of Liberty across the bay in this immersive walking tour of NYC’s iconic Lower Manhattan.
High Line and Chelsea Small Group Tour
Explore the High Line, a cherished repurposed railway in Manhattan's west side, and its surrounding neighborhood, Chelsea, with ExperienceFirst's guided tour.
Led by local guides, this top-rated experience offers a unique perspective on the area's architecture and art. Delve into the secrets and lesser-known facts of the High Line, gaining insights that even locals might miss.
Wander through Chelsea and discover the character of the Meatpacking District. The early morning start lets you make the most of your day.
Greenwich Village Food Tour
Greenwich Village is where New York gets cool, weird, and delicious all at once. This is the neighborhood that has always done things its own way, and there’s no better place to eat your way through NYC’s past and present.
On this guided small-group food and history tour, you’ll wander winding streets lined with beautiful brownstones and leafy parks while tasting some of the Village’s most iconic eats. From historic butchers and old-school bakeries to legendary pizza that somehow gets better with every bite, each stop tells a story and feeds you well.
Along the way, your local guide brings the Village’s layered history to life. Learn how Dutch farmland became a bohemian haven and why artists, musicians, and rebels have been drawn here for generations.
This was Manhattan Walking Tour’s original food tour and remains a favorite for good reason. Beautiful streets, unforgettable flavors, and stories you won’t find in a guidebook.
NYC Private Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, 100% Personalized
New York is a city of infinite possibilities—and we help you experience it your way. From Brooklyn brownstones to Harlem soul, downtown dives to Fifth Avenue icons, your host will create a route based on your unique interests. No crowds, no generic stops—just real stories, meaningful moments, and local perspective.
Within 24 hours of booking, you’ll receive a short questionnaire so we can match you with a like-minded host. They’ll reach out to plan your itinerary and agree on a meeting location that works best for you. This experience is entirely flexible, with room for spontaneity and surprise around every corner.
Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights
Experience New York City’s top sights in just half a day from the comfort of your seat, including Central Park, Rockefeller Center, and the Empire State Building. Capture amazing photos of the Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of Liberty. Learn fascinating stories from your expert guide as you visit the 9/11 Memorial and drive by other world-famous NYC sites.
- Enjoy the comfort of a luxury bus with amazing views.
- See famous neighborhoods like SoHo, Greenwich Village, Chinatown, and the Financial District.
- Ideal for first-time visitors seeking a comprehensive NYC overview.
- Capture unforgettable photos at top NYC hotspots.
- Expert local guides share fascinating stories and insider knowledge.
Half-Day Hell's Kitchen Food Tour and Central Park Stroll
You'll experience both our Hell's Kitchen Food Tour and Central Park Walking Tour in this one amazing experience.
You will be in heaven on this culinary expedition in one of NYC's most notorious neighborhoods. Hell's Kitchen is a melting pot of cultures, a tapestry that is reflected in the delicious stops on this unique food tour. As you indulge your taste buds, hear tales of old New York and its legendary characters. Learn how vast immigrant populations and organized crime helped shape this now thriving neighborhood in the shadow of the theater district's neon lights.
Next up, walking off all of that amazing food in the most iconic New York way.
For visitors, Central Park is a dream NYC destination. To New Yorkers, it is our backyard, and we would love to have you over! Let your knowledgeable guide navigate you through this immense natural and architectural wonderland, while you hear stories that have delighted generations of New York City residents and visitors alike.
Prospect Park Tour
Explore Prospect Park on this 2-hour guided walking tour and learn about historic restoration and environmental preservation work in the Park, including cultural and recreation projects currently underway. This interactive experience explores how Prospect Park has changed over time, from the original vision of designers Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux to the ways in which the Park is used today. Tours begin at Grand Army Plaza and take visitors through many of the key natural and historic landmarks of the park, including the breathtaking Long Meadow, the innovatively-designed LeFrak Center at Lakeside, and the Ravine, the largest natural forest in Brooklyn. This tour also features a special behind-the-scenes visit to historic sites and features within the park.
These tours are offered by Turnstile Tours on behalf of Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains, restores, and advances the Park in partnership with New York City.
Taylor Swift’s New York: A Walking Tour
Welcome to New York! It’s been waiting for you! This new Taylor Swift walking tour is fun for the whole family: boys and boys and girls and girls, and Swifties of all ages. Visit places in New York that are important and influential to the art and life of Taylor Swift. Discover where she has lived and lives, see her favorite recording studio, smell inside the bakery where she has gotten her birthday cake, see a bar where a riot broke out that relates to Taylor’s desire to stand up for human rights, explore a bookshop Taylor has shopped in, walk the campus of the first university to offer a Taylor Swift class, learn about a historic jazz club Taylor has visited and much more. Travel to various neighborhoods, or “eras” of New York and hear about Taylor’s experiences within them. The tour is researched, and presented by a Swifty with years of experience as a New York City tour guide whose other tours have received over 200 Five Star reviews across various platforms. Are you ready for it?
Pedicab Guided Tour of Central Park
Get to know Central Park, the most visited urban park in the United States, on this private, pedicab tour. Take a leisurely ride around this iconic New York City landmark, exploring the many bridges, fountains, and statues while learning about some of its history and design from the experienced driver/guide. See the spots featured in more than 300 different movies since 1908 and discover interesting details and anecdotes about the park.
Grand Gossip Girl Tour
Hop on the Gossip Girl Sites Tour to explore locations as seen in the popular television series Gossip Girl!
Venture on this fun guided pedicab tour, where you’ll explore sites in the Upper East Side and Midtown Manhattan all from the comfort of private PEDICAB in the summer and in the winter with cozy blanket.
Met steps where Blair (and her minions) and Serena famously have lunch whilst at school.
The Palace Hotel Home to the Van der Woodson’s and affectionately known as Serena’s lair
Laduree where Blair buys her favorite macaroons!
Empire hotel which appears in later seasons after Chuck Bass decides to invest in the hotel.
St James Church where Blair and Prince Louis got married.
Bethesda Terrace where Chuck and Blair get married.
Vera Wang Boutique where Blair found her wedding dress
Harry Winston where Chuck bought engagement ring for Blair.
The Plaza Hotel
The Pond where Blair and Dorota feed the ducks
Bowery Boys' Gilded Age Mansions of 5th Avenue Walking Tour
Explore the opulent Gilded Age mansions along Fifth Avenue, where the wealth of historical figures like Henry Clay Frick and Andrew Carnegie shaped New York City's skyline. This engaging walking tour from Bowery Boys Walks takes you past exquisite exteriors of grand residences, sharing the fascinating stories behind their architecture and the influential families who inhabited them.
Starting at East 70th Street and concluding at East 91 Street, this 2-hour experience offers a unique glimpse into the lavish lifestyles of the past without entering the homes themselves. Perfect for history lovers and architecture enthusiasts alike.
- 2-hour walking tour covering approximately one mile on the Upper East Side
- Discover Gilded Age stories and the architectural styles of iconic mansions, including the Frick Collection and the Duke House
- Led by engaging guides with expertise in Gilded Age history
- Ideal for adults and children over 8 years old, no entry into mansions included