Top New York Architecture Tours

Explore Midtown Manhattan through its extraordinary architecture, from Beaux-Arts landmarks and Art Deco skyscrapers to the radical experiments that transformed New York's skyline. Led by a historian and longtime NYC museum educator, this walking tour looks beyond famous buildings to uncover the people, ambitions, technologies, and cultural forces that shaped them. Along the way, you'll encounter some of New York's most remarkable architecture while discovering how Midtown became a stage for wealth, commerce, entertainment, modernism, and urban spectacle. This is an architecture tour for travelers who want to understand not only what they're seeing, but why it looks the way it does.

Discover the best of New York City in one unforgettable 6-hour private experience. Travel comfortably by private sedan with your personal guide, from the bright lights of Times Square and Fifth Avenue to SoHo, Wall Street and DUMBO. Stop at iconic landmarks for photos, explore Manhattan and Brooklyn, and enjoy a scenic round-trip ferry ride with spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this is an easy and comfortable way to experience New York’s must-see highlights in just one day.

Many of New York's most iconic skyscrapers, like the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building, are here in Midtown. Discover the bold geometric style of Art Deco and the glamorous flourishes of Beaux-Arts as your guide points at the details. You'll pass cultural giants like Macy’s and the monumental New York Public Library as you relive the drama of the skyscraper race a century ago. Your experience culminates at over 1,000 feet up as you explore three immersive floors at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. You'll enjoy a 90-minute guided tour and skip the line for entry as well as for the hugely popular Levitation: unique glass overlooks that let you feel like you're standing atop New York. This experience also includes a cocktail in the Après Lounge and your choice of entry times, even the coveted sunset hours.

Explore the magnificent BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville, New Jersey, on a private guided tour that unveils one of the largest Hindu temples outside Asia. Spanning 185 acres, this architectural marvel is adorned with intricate carvings and sacred images, making it a profound representation of devotion and craftsmanship. Your tour begins at Nilkanth Plaza, featuring a stunning 49-foot bronze statue, and continues through lush gardens, serene water features, and cultural exhibits that illuminate Hindu spirituality. With a dedicated private guide, this immersive experience offers insight into the temple's rich history and invites contemplation and reflection. - Discover the largest Hindu temple outside of Asia, standing at 191 feet - Private tour with a dedicated guide for personalized insights - Explore lush gardens, serene water features, and cultural exhibits - Engage with the rich history and teachings of Hindu spirituality