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Discover two of Brooklyn’s most in-demand neighborhoods—and enjoy a totally flexible, cost-effective way to explore—with this self-led smartphone audio walking tour. Upon booking, download the app, make your way to the start point, and set off at a time that suits you best. You’ll see historic monuments, top-notch views of the Manhattan skyline, and will learn the stories behind the sights.

Step aboard the Grand Mariner for a 2-hour sunset cruise through New York Harbor, featuring breathtaking views of the city skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Enjoy live music from talented local performers, a vibrant atmosphere, and the option to purchase snacks and beverages, including cocktails. Includes indoor and outdoor seating, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and stunning scenery for an unforgettable evening.

See New York City’s skyline and the many iconic sights of the city from a unique perspective on this shared helicopter flight. Soar over the Manhattan skyline and beyond, including the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and Central Park, to name just a few, plus Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Then continue to see Brooklyn, Staten Island, and more. A variety of departure times are available throughout the day.

Manhattan is filled with architectural gems but knowing the best angles to capture them from can be tricky. Capture memorable photographs of NYC landmarks on this photography small-group photography tour that takes you to Times Square, Grand Central Station, the Chrysler Building, and more. Get tips and tricks on capturing perfect images and mastering light so you come away with crisp, well-composed shots you might never achieve independently.

Greenwich Village is one of New York City's most popular neighborhoods with a storied past. Head off the beaten path on this small-group tour that focuses on the area's food and music scene. Hear stories about the folk music scene of the 1950s, jazz, and how this area got the moniker "America's Left Bank," plus enjoy tastings of treats favored by locals.

Soar over New York City on a helicopter tour, and enjoy a unique perspective on Manhattan's skyline and city landmarks, including the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy aerial views of Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden, Little Island, Hudson Yards, and New York Harbor with live commentary throughout your shared flight.

Discover New York City’s best secondhand shopping—and follow a fashion-expert guide to locals-loved shops you'd never find on your own—on this small-group tour. Explore trendy and timeless pieces, from contemporary finds to vintage gems, while your guide helps you uncover that perfect item. Begin with a quick chat to tailor the experience, visit curated spots, try on your favorites, and leave with a map to continue shopping like a local.

Experience New York City’s vibrant art scene like never before! This 5-hour guided tour takes you inside private art studios, where you’ll meet contemporary artists, explore their creative process, and purchase unique works. Customize your tour by selecting three artists of interest, and we’ll curate an exclusive experience just for you. Enjoy a personalized, behind-the-scenes look at the city’s art world, far beyond traditional galleries and museums.

The Statue of Liberty is one of New York City's most-visited attractions. Book ferry tickets in advance to skip long lines at Battery Park. Choose from several options, from tickets including audio tours, a local guide, or a guided visit around the 9/11 Memorial. Either way, you’ll get access to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Discover the highlights of Midtown Manhattan with ease on this guided walking tour, eliminating the need for maps or planning. Starting at Times Square, the tour takes you past architectural icons such as Radio City Music Hall and Grand Central Terminal, with engaging commentary throughout. Upgrade your experience and enjoy access to SUMMIT at One Vanderbilt, where you can take in views from the observation deck.

Get your nose out of the guidebooks and take a deep dive into the architecture that defines Manhattan’s skyline, with a private guided walking tour of Midtown. From the Empire State Building to Grand Central Terminal, see many of the city’s most impressive historic buildings while learning about their history and preservation efforts. Going with a private guide means you can set your own pace and ask as many questions as you like.

If you’re spending the day at New Jersey’s American Dream mall just outside of New York, reserve a ticket in advance for the interactive TiLT Museum, street artist Tracy Lee Stum’s immersive experience. Pose in the 3D scenes to take incredible photos that submerge you into fantastical scenarios. End up with unique keepsake photos to memorialize your time in the city.

Experience the highlights and hidden gems of Midtown Manhattan in a unique way through this fun scavenger hunt. Download the app to your phone, then follow clues and complete challengers to unlock secrets behind top landmarks like the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Center, and to discover hidden gems, like the oldest magic shop in New York, midtown’s secret Bermuda Triangle, and more.

New York City is celebrated for its street food scene, but if you don’t know where to go, you could miss out on some of the city's best bites. Instead, follow your guide off the tourist trail on this Midtown or Financial District walking tour. Be sure to come hungry: You'll visit five top-rated street-food carts, and will sample everything from halal meals to soul food and beyond.

Discover the three genres of music—rock, punk, and glam— that helped form a new kind of music culture in the 1970s and beyond on this small-group walking tour of New York City’s East Village. With your guide in the lead, see where bands such as the Ramones, the New York Dolls, the Velvet Underground, Iggy Pop, and others wrote music and performed, and spot sights that you'd otherwise walk right past on your own.

Discover the secrets of a New York City landmark on this small-group Brooklyn Bridge walking tour. As you stroll over the more-than-a-century-old granite and limestone structure, your guide gives you the inside scoop on stories that range from love locks to an old Cold War fallout shelter. Get a unique perspective as you explore below the bridge with your guide.

Explore New York City at your own pace with this private self-guided audio walking tour. Download the audio tour to your phone and use it offline. Stroll the city in your own time and learn about its history and the significance of many famous sites. Note that entrance tickets to museums or sites are not included.

Explore the literary side of Brooklyn on a 3 hour walking tour with an informative guide. Visit Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill, stopping at bars that were favorite watering holes for renowned writers. Purchase a drink to sip while hearing passages of the writers' work read aloud and learning about the history of the the bars, the neighborhoods and New York City as a whole. You'll gain insight into the urban planning of Robert Moses, and check out architectural and historical points of interest on this fun and fascinating tour.

Williamsburg is one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Brooklyn, but it can be difficult to navigate as a first-timer. Get oriented and discover a curated selection of local sights during this guided walking tour. Venture past historical landmarks, chic boutiques, and hip cafés as you listen to the stories behind each location. Then, visit the waterfront for iconic views of the Manhattan skyline.

New York City's Harlem neighborhood is booming with history, but if you’re exploring on your own, you might miss out on some key details of the area. This multimedia walking tour of the characterful neighborhood takes you to a gospel-accompanied church service and shows you around Harlem with a guide who’s lived in the neighborhood their whole life. Plus, you’ll start with a light breakfast and watch a video before you set out.

Learn all about New York’s LGBTQ history—and discover some of the city’s most important queer civil rights and historic sights—on this small-group walking tour. In the afternoon, meet your guide right in Greenwich Village and set off on foot. You’ll see highlights like the Stonewall National Monument and New York AIDS Memorial, and will learn the stories behind the landmarks. You’ll also stop for a range of bites and snacks as you go.

Long lines at the Empire State Building can eat into your sightseeing time in New York. Beat the queues with early-access entry, then continue on foot with a guide who points out Midtown Manhattan landmarks you'd otherwise walk past. Upgrade to add Top of the Rock for a second skyline vantage point and compare two perspectives of the city in one outing.

Keep everyone in the family happy as you discover the art, history, artifacts, and exhibits of the Metropolitan Museum of Art during a private guided tour designed for families and kids. Meet your guide and set off on an interactive, fun-filled tour of the museum's top exhibits that will delight little ones. Merge education and excitement by visiting the Egyptian, Roman, and Greek collections, and more.

Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art are major New York City sights—but their size makes them daunting to see alone. On this private tour, enjoy an easier way to explore the highlights of both attractions. Immerse yourself in the Met’s world-class art collection, and discover works from ancient Egyptian statues to modern masterpieces. Then, stroll through Central Park to see the Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, and Sheep Meadow.