Top New York City Unique Experiences

There are plenty of high-quality New York City unique experiences to choose from. Looking at ratings and reviews given by previous customers, these are the best experiences to book right now:

• New York Catacombs by Candlelight
• Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise
• The Birthplace of Hip-Hop Harlem and The Bronx
• Brooklyn Graffiti Workshop
• Union Square Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour

Prices for New York City unique experiences vary depending on duration and inclusions. If you're looking for experiences on the lower end of the price range, these are the best to book now: 

• New York Lower Central Park Scavenger Hunt Adventure
• New York Midtown Scavenger Hunt Adventure
• Behind The Scenes Factory Tour - M&S Schmalberg Flowers
• NYC Greenwich Village Ghost Tour
• Harlem Renaissance Multimedia Walking Tour

Yes, New York City unique experiences are worth it. The city is home to some of the world's most passionate people and eccentric individuals, and fortunately, many of them are tour guides willing to share what they love with visitors. If you're not interested in typical sightseeing, you'll appreciate these niche New York City tours centered around everything from scavenger hunts to "secret foods" and hip-hop.

Per one customer who booked The Birthplace of Hip-Hop Harlem and The Bronx experience, "We cannot say enough about how much we enjoyed and learned during the tour!! RayZa's deep knowledge and positive energy are such a gift and we learned so much about the culture, history and importance of hip hop. We cannot wait to go back for more!! The tour was so comfortable and well organized, run and planned out. It was truly unforgettable and most highly recommended!! I loved all the stops, especially when we got to dance. And all the important historic and legendary places that deserve all our highest respect. So much fun!"

Before booking New York City unique experiences, read the reviews—these aren’t your standard attractions and tours, and you may need to do more homework than usual. Also, review any additional information provided: some tours don’t allow shopping bags, some require you to purchase a Metrocard for travel between stops, and others require a minimum number of participants or else they get cancelled.

To fully enjoy New York City unique experiences, come with an open mind and expect the unexpected. Don’t be afraid to ask your guide questions because, after all, you’re paying for their expertise. And don’t be embarrassed if you want to whip out your selfie stick or take a bunch of photos—these activities and tours are one-of-a-kind, so the folks back home may say, “Pics or it didn’t happen.”

Even if you're short on time, you can find fun New York City activities to fit your schedule. Here are some of the best New York City unique experiences to enjoy in an hour or less:

• Brooklyn Graffiti Workshop
• Behind The Scenes Factory Tour - M&S Schmalberg Flowers
• New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from New Jersey
• Private Vacation Photography Session with Local Photographer in NYC