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Taste your way around New York City's Greenwich Village on this small-group guided tasting and walking tour. Skip hours of research and follow your guide to some of the area’s top-rated eateries, and sample a variety of New York specialties, from pizza to artisanal cupcakes. Your guide points out hidden landmarks often missed by visitors, including places that have been featured in movies and TV shows.

Climb aboard a pedicab—a bicycle-powered cab—for a private ride around New York City's Central Park. Sit back and relax as your guide pedals you past top attractions in the park. Riding in a pedicab will get you around the 843-acre (341-hectare) park much more efficiently than you ever could on foot.

It’s possible to spend an entire day inside New York City’s Metropolitan Museum of Art and still not see everything. So, make the most of your time on this guided group tour. See highlights from the collection and gain special insights into the works on display. Choose from different tour lengths to suit your travel schedule.

Learn more about the events of September 11, 2001, than you would alone on this guided tour of Ground Zero, including St. Paul's Chapel, the FDNY Memorial Wall, and the Survivor Tree. Get skip-the-line access to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, and admire panoramic New York City views from the One World Observatory, reached by a 47-second elevator ride to 102 stories up.

Millions of travelers pass through New York City's Grand Central Terminal, but most never discover the secrets behind its elegant architecture. This small-group tour reveals the origins and evolution of the Beaux Arts train station from its heyday to disrepair and restoration. Spot detail and design quirks and hear stories of its past that give you a deeper understanding of the landmark building than you could get alone.

Avoid expensive taxis or confusing public transit options—and enjoy an affordable, hassle-free arrival into New York City—with this prebooked shared transfer service from JFK International Airport. After landing, meet your vehicle and depart with just a small group of fellow travelers for company. Board your vehicle, head straight to Manhattan, and finish with drop-off directly at your hotel

The food choices in Brooklyn can be overwhelming—but on this small-group walking tour, you'll discover the best of the borough's culinary destinations. Exploring characterful neighborhoods like Carroll Gardens and Cobble Hill, you can look forward to trying everything from Middle Eastern baked goods and Italian bites to old-fashioned soda fountain treats and beyond. By the end of the tour, walk away with new local knowledge, and receive tips for the rest of your trip.

Make the most of your evening by combining dinner and sightseeing on a cruise along the Hudson and East Rivers. Indulge in a delicious chef-prepared fixed-price dinner as you cruise around New York City and enjoy up-close views of the Statue of Liberty and other famous landmarks while a live band and vocalist perform.

Experience three of New York City’s top sights on this tour to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the 9/11 Memorial. Start with an expedited ferry ride to Lady Liberty, followed by Ellis Island to learn about the immigrant experience. Return to Lower Manhattan to tour the 9/11 Memorial. This guided tour offers a hassle-free way to see more in half a day.

Gain admission to The Intrepid Museum, New York City's only educational institution housed on an aircraft carrier. Make your way to the Hudson River to see the flight deck and more on the legendary USS ‘Intrepid.’ In addition, you’ll get up close to the first space shuttle (the ‘Enterprise’) and explore a guided missile submarine (the USS ‘Growler’).

Step back in time to the Gilded Age—and spot some of the grandest mansions and historic landmarks of Manhattan’s Upper East Side—on this immersive walking tour. Strolling along the storied Fifth Avenue, you’ll discover sights and stories that you wouldn’t spot on your own, from the oldest building on Millionaire’s Row and historic bookstores and art museums to the last single-family mansion in the area, and more.

Don't waste precious time in New York City at the Statue of Liberty when you can view the iconic landmark on this speedy Lady Liberty cruise, perfect for travelers with limited time. Soak up the sea breeze and views as you're whisked past Lady Liberty. You can marvel at the statue from the water, learn about the landmark from your guide's live narration, and snap a few up-close photos with unobstructed views.

Experience the magic of New York City at night on an open-top, double-decker bus tour showcasing the city’s illuminated landmarks. Set off to discover many top attractions in a single trip, including Times Square, the Empire State Building, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Perfect for visitors and locals, this interactive tour offers numerous photo opportunities and a vibrant way to see New York City’s skyline at night.

Discover the behind-the-scenes magic of New York City’s Broadway during a small-group tour that includes a special visit to an active rehearsal studio. Follow your guide down the Great White Way, passing historic theaters and off-Broadway venues in Hell’s Kitchen. Learn the stories behind iconic venues and experience more than you can by just attending a Broadway show.

While Prohibition made alcohol illegal in 1920s New York, the city still retained an illicit bar scene. This Prohibition-themed walking tour visits some of Midtown Manhattan's self-styled “speakeasies” and historic watering holes to enjoy drinks (own expense, with credit card and processing fees at most venues). Savor each bar's atmosphere alongside stories of bootleggers and the Gilded Age from your licensed guide.

Skip the crowds and make the most of your time at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art with a guided tour that includes skip-the-line access. The museum is massive and can be overwhelming to navigate on your own–this tour takes you through the Met’s many highlights in just two hours.

Follow in the footsteps of Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte, and Miranda on this guided NYC bus tour, which shows you filming spots that you're unlikely to find on your own. Visit bars, boutiques, and neighborhoods such as Fifth Avenue, West Village, and the Meatpacking District. Enjoy comfortable transportation and easy stops as your local actor guide shares behind-the-scenes stories, making it a fun, stress-free way to see the city.

Experience parts of New York’s Madison Square Garden that most people never see on this exclusive backstage tour. Rather than stick to the public areas, go behind the scenes in this world-famous sports and entertainment venue and hear history you’d otherwise miss. Prebooking online allows you to guarantee a tour on your preferred day.

Ramp up the romance and magic on your trip to NYC, and see more in less time, with a private horse and carriage ride around Central Park. Choose from different tour durations to fit your budget and schedule. See key park sights, such as Wollman Rink, the Central Park Carousel, Strawberry Fields, and more. You can also feed the horse a treat and stay cozy with warm blankets in winter.

Don’t settle for seeing Central Park through the window of a non-stop tour bus. Instead, make the most of good weather and enjoy a tour of the park in one of New York City’s iconic horse-drawn carriages. Hear about the history of Central Park and the Big Apple from your driver and take advantage of photo stops at park highlights made famous in so many movies, books, and television shows.

See several of New York's major highlights even if you're short on time with this half-day bus tour. Cover more ground in the climate-controlled bus as you hear stories about local landmarks from your guide. Multiple photo stops showcase views of top sights, including the Brooklyn Bridge and Rockefeller Center—all with plenty of time to capture memorable shots.

Make the most of your time in New York City by taking a tour that includes transportation. Take a bus ride past the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, and more. Then hop aboard the Staten Island Ferry to see the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Anyone can snap a picture of the Statue of Liberty from afar, but getting up close to one of the world’s most iconic landmarks is a must-do experience when in New York City. The convenient combo package covers your entry to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island, so that you can get explore both historic sites at your own pace during one seamless visit

Chelsea Market is famous for its melting pot of flavors, but knowing how to locate the hippest foodie-focused spots takes a local guide. This small-group food crawl takes you straight to the neighborhood’s best offerings. Roam the elevated High Line park, savor artisanal specialties at Chelsea Market, and discover the modern architecture of Hudson Yards, all while enjoying tasty morsels from local businesses.