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Radio City Music Hall Tour Experience

1 hour

4.4

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from $48

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Madison Square Garden Tour Experience

1 hour

4.0

(160)

from $49

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The Birthplace of Hip Hop Harlem and The Bronx

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(458)

from $95

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East Village Rock and Roll Tour *Rock Junket Tours

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.

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East Village Rock and Roll Tour *Rock Junket Tours

2 hours

4.8

(171)

from $47

Taylor Swift’s New York: A Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(69)

from $40

Watch Harlem come alive after dark on an evening tour that includes historic churches, local landmarks, and one of the neighborhood’s best jazz spots. Walk with your guide along bustling Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard without getting lost and learn about Harlem's vibrant cultural heritage. Guarantee your entry to a live jazz club, where some of today’s best artists play tunes by Harlem’s music greats.

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Evening Harlem Jazz Tour

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.5

(75)

from $66

Rock and Roll History and Culture Walking Tour in New York City

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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(9)

from $45

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Hamilton Musical Themed Guided Walking Tour

If you’re a fan of “Hamilton” the musical, or are in New York City to see the Broadway show, you’ll love this Alexander Hamilton–themed walking tour. Take a deep dive into the Founding Father's life and the making of the hit musical. This tour provides context to the story and its songs as you explore lower Manhattan. Listen to your guide’s commentary, and music from the show, via a headset.

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Hamilton Musical Themed Guided Walking Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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(357)

from $75

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We'll visit Bleecker Street, the heart of Greenwich Village and The Bitter End, the place where literally 100's of music and comedy careers were launched

Greenwich Village is where some of the most successful music careers were launched. Without an expert by your side, it would be easy to miss the cafe where Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen played pre-fame or the recording studio that catapulted them to fame. This private walking tour visits these sights while you learn about the rise of these rock legends and the people who helped them along the way.

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Private Walking Tour: Footsteps of Dylan and Springsteen

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(17)

from $50

Louis Armstrong and Jazz Private Walking Tour with Concert

Delve into the legacy of the acclaimed jazz musician Louis Armstrong in New York City. Though Armstrong was from New Orleans, he lived in Queens, New York until his death–his home is now a museum. Learn about the history of jazz and gain insights on Armstrong’s personal life and musical career. You’ll see famous musical venues including Carnegie Hall, Hudson Theatre, and Birdland Jazz Club.

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Louis Armstrong and Jazz Private Walking Tour with Concert

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

from $193

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Harlem is at the heart of hip-hop history. Learn all about it on this guided walking tour led by a local insider, checking out important landmarks like the Apollo Theater and historic jazz clubs. See popular locations for hip-hop music videos and hear insider stories that you wouldn’t get walking around alone. You’ll also pass the Museum of the City of New York if you want to return later alone.

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Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(185)

from $55

There's art all over BK celebrating Big Poppa. We'll see lots of it.

Notorious Walking Tour: Biggie Smalls' Life & Legacy in Brooklyn

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(33)

from $80

Emanuel Baptist Church - Harlem Gospel Series

Harlem Saturday Gospel and Brunch Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(2)

from $120

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Give your legs and feet a break—and your ears a treat—during this NYC sightseeing cruise, which includes a live jazz performance. Set sail in the New York Harbor on a 105-foot (32-meter) Schooner, enjoying sweeping sunset views overlooking the Manhattan skyline. Admire attractions like the Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty while listening to jazz rhythms. Plus, a complimentary drink is included per person.

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New York City Live Jazz Sail

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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(16)

from $134

This immersive tour guided experience brings the songs and stories of Hamilton: The Musical to life as we explore the real locations that shaped the man and the legend. From "The Room Where It Happens" to the Rap Off between Hamilton and Jefferson to the gravesite at Trinity Church, explore "Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story", you'll see history unfold around you. Your tour guide will correlate the music to the sites and give you all the real history lessons in the places where it all went down. Come join the UNOFFICIAL Hamilton tour and may you always be satisfied!

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Guided Tour (with Audio) Hamilton Musical in Lower Manhattan NYC

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(15)

from $44

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Obligatory selfie in front of the Friends Apartment

Walk the streets that launched Bob Dylan and defined a generation. This small-group Greenwich Village tour covers the folk clubs, hidden history, and iconic landmarks that shaped American music and culture — with three classic food tastings included. Fans of A Complete Unknown will recognize many of these locations from the film. Over 20 stops in two hours at an easy pace, you'll visit the Bitter End, Cafe Wha?, the Gaslight Cafe, Stonewall Inn, the Friends building, Washington Square Park, and more. Your guide brings the neighborhood to life through stories, music, and a few great local bites from Village institutions that have been feeding New Yorkers for decades. Tastings include a full falafel sandwich from Mamoun's (NYC's oldest falafel shop), arancini from Faicco's Italian Specialties (open since 1900), and a mini cannoli and rainbow cookie from Rocco's Pastry. No lectures. No big crowds. Just Greenwich Village the way it deserves to be experienced.

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Greenwich Village: Bob Dylan's Neighborhood Food & History Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

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Immerse yourself in the music and food scene of Greenwich, one of New York City’s most storied neighborhoods, on this guided walking tour. Ideal for music lovers and foodies, this tour explores off-the-beaten-path attractions that you may not discover on your own, and includes stops to sample food. Along the way, hear stories about the folk music scene of the 1950s, jazz, and how this area got the moniker 'America's Left Bank.'

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NYC Greenwich Village Music And Food Tour

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(48)

from $89

Manhattan’s Harlem neighborhood is a must-do for jazz fans, but if you’re visiting from out of town, it can be hard to know where to go. Leave all the planning and logistics to your guide—and gear up for an evening of swinging tunes—on this small-group tour. Follow in the footsteps of greats like Miles Davis and Billie Holiday when you explore local musical landmarks; then, visit at least two venues to attend live performances.

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Harlem Jazz Tour: NYC Speakeasies and Juke Joints - Live Jazz

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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(11)

from $139

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.

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Harlem Gospel Multimedia Walking Tour

3 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

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(57)

from $42

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Harlem Wednesday Morning Gospel Tour and Concert

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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(321)

from $85

Prebook your timed-entry ticket to the 9/11 Memorial Museum in New York City and guarantee your admission to the institution that tells the stories of that fateful day in 2001. Explore the museum's collection, including artifacts, first-person accounts of the day, exhibits on the history of the World Trade Center, and exhibits commemorating the 2,983 people who lost their lives, at your own pace.

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9/11 Memorial Museum Admission Ticket

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(6,590)

from $36

Iconic view of Lady Liberty from the ferry to Ellis Island.

One of the US’ most iconic symbols, the Statue of Liberty rises up from New York Harbor, welcoming the immigrants who once entered through nearby Ellis Island. Visit Lady Liberty and learn the stories of those who passed through Ellis Island on this convenient tour with options that let you choose how long you want to spend at each attraction. Opt to visit the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration.

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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour with Reserved Ferry Entry

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(14,394)

from $59

Some of the best views of New York City's iconic skyline are from the water. This extended cruise goes all the way around Manhattan island, affording views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, and more. Choose between standard seating or upgrade for access to the premium seating area. While on board, learn about the history of the city through live commentary, and choose to purchase drinks and snacks.

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Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(3,573)

from $35

Harlem is one of Manhattan's liveliest neighborhoods, and this small-group tour lets you access local Sunday rituals that many tourists miss. Discover a side of the neighborhood you wouldn't encounter on your own as you learn about the Harlem Renaissance, see landmarks including the Apollo Theater, and attend a Sunday service at a local church. Hear one of Harlem's famous gospel choirs perform live.

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Harlem Sunday Gospel Tour: History, Culture & Landmarks

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $75

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New York City music tours are the perfect way to explore the city that’s responsible for countless musical legends and movements. Walk in the footsteps of your musical icons with options covering everything from hip-hop's Harlem roots to the punk scene of the East Village. Music tours combine sightseeing with musical history, taking you to famous venues such as the Apollo Theater or the site of the legendary CBGB club. Music tours offer insight into the sounds that have defined New York City across generations, whether you're a fan of rock, hip-hop, jazz, gospel, or Broadway.

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