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Explore New York City in style with flexibility and comfort in a private car. You’ll have a half-day to explore the Big Apple, hitting the top sights and monuments. Your schedule is customizable and your driver-guide remains at your disposal to visit places like Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Broadway, and any museum you want—they will even secure your tickets.

Make the most of your time in New York City by taking a handy private day trip to Washington DC. Avoid self-driving or taking slow public transportation by traveling with a private car and chauffeur, with hotel transfers included. Meet your guide in the nation’s capital for a thorough half-day tour that includes Capitol Hill, the Supreme Court, the White House, and the Library of Congress.

Get out of New York City for a day without having to stay overnight when you take an easy private tour of Boston. After a morning hotel pickup, your driver takes you up to Boston so you don’t have to catch slow buses or trains. Tour the highlights of this historic city with a local guide, passing many places associated with early US history, as well as Boston’s top-ranked universities.

While it’s true that New York City never sleeps and there are endless things to enjoy after the sun sets, exploring after dark on your own can be daunting if you don’t know where is safe—and where isn’t. Take a private evening tour with a guide to ensure you head to the right parts of the city. See landmarks including Times Square and the Brooklyn Bridge lit up at night.

Avoid getting lost in the endless streets and avenues of Manhattan by taking a private half-day walking tour. Meet your guide at the entrance to Central Park, then set off on foot, listening to your guide’s stories along the way. Learn much more than you would wandering around alone. As well as the iconic park you also visit Times Square, the Chrysler Building, and the Rockefeller Center (admissions own expense).

Walking tours offer an intimate view of New York City, but the city is huge and sometimes you need to speed things up. This private half-day tour combines walking with subway travel for the best of both worlds. Visit Times Square, Broadway, Rockefeller Center, and more while listening to your guide’s informative commentary. The tour is customizable to suit your interests.

Maximize your sightseeing, even if you only have a few hours, on this private guided tour of downtown Manhattan and the 9/11 Memorial. Meet at Bowling Green or your centrally located hotel, then follow your guide around area highlights, including Wall Street and St. Paul’s Chapel, and pay your respects at the 9/11 Memorial.

Make the most of one full day in the Big Apple and see the highlights of New York City in comfort on this full-day driving tour in a luxury vehicle. See more in less time as a driver takes you around to see famous landmarks such as Central Park, Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, and more with live commentary along the way.

Savor the flavors and stories of Lower Manhattan on this guided food and culture tour through Chinatown and Little Italy. Visit five handpicked food stops—featuring savory dumplings, sponge cake, Chinese buns, classic New York-style pizza, and a fresh cannoli—while uncovering the immigrant roots that shaped these vibrant neighborhoods. Beyond the bites, explore iconic landmarks like Columbus Park, the Bloody Angle, Old St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and a peaceful Buddhist temple. Led by a passionate local guide, this tour blends food, history, and hidden gems into one unforgettable New York City experience. Perfect for foodies, culture lovers, and anyone looking to connect with the real NYC—one story and one flavor at a time.

Take in some of Manhattan’s most iconic west side landmarks on this guided walking tour that ends with a visit to The Edge Observatory! Your guide will lead you along the High Line, an elevated park built on historic rail tracks that offers unique views of the city and the Hudson River. Continue into Chelsea Market, a famous food hall known for local shops, great eats, and vibrant history. From there, follow your guide into Hudson Yards, New York City’s newest neighborhood known for its modern architecture, public art, and stunning skyline views. The tour concludes with entry to The Edge Observatory where you can step onto the glass floor, lean over angled glass walls, and enjoy incredible 360 degree views from more than 1,100 feet in the air. This two hour tour blends modern design, culture, and unforgettable city views with a sky high finale at one of the most exciting observatories in New York City.

Step into the story of America’s founding on the America 250 Walking Tour of New York City, an immersive journey through the streets where independence was debated, declared, and defended. This engaging tour brings history to life in Lower Manhattan, combining iconic landmarks with compelling stories of the people and events that shaped a new nation.

Explore New York City the way you want on this private guided bike tour. Customize the itinerary with the places you want to see in any of the five boroughs. Pedal through Central Park, along Manhattan and Brooklyn waterfronts and the Brooklyn Bridge, through Greenwich Village, around Coney Island, or take a tour of Brownstone Brooklyn. Bring a bike or rent one (rental not included).

From the the buzz of Midtown, the artsy streets of SoHo, the old-world charm of Little Italy, and the vibrant culture of Chinatown — we combine it all in one unforgettable experience. You'll see famous landmarks, hidden gems, and filming locations, all while enjoying the comfort of a pedicab with a live, knowledgeable guide.

The Central Park Movie Tour by pedicab is a fun and relaxed way to explore the park while discovering its role in famous films and TV shows. As you ride through scenic paths, your guide points out exact locations where iconic scenes were filmed, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and fun facts along the way. You’ll see spots from classic and modern movies, all while enjoying fresh air and great views without the need to walk long distances. The pedicab makes the tour personal and flexible, so you can stop for photos and ask questions anytime. It feels less like a formal tour and more like a movie-themed ride through one of New York City’s most beautiful landmark.

Keen runners know how important it is to keep a consistent running schedule, but this can be derailed when you travel. Stay active while seeing the sights in New York City and meeting new people during a running tour across the Brooklyn Bridge. You see more than you would on a walking tour and get your heart pumping. This is a small-group tour so you help set the pace.

Enjoy some fresh air as you see a fresh side of New York City on this small-group biking tour that explores less-visited Governors Island, home to a vast new public park. Discover two 18th-century forts, learn about the island’s role as a US Army and Coast Guard base, and encounter the arts, cultural, and environmental organizations that are reshaping the space.

New York City’s High Line, Chelsea neighborhood, and Hudson River Waterfront are Manhattan highlights, but it’s easy to get lost if you don’t know where you’re going. Join a guided walking tour to learn more about these areas, which have changed so much over the centuries. Traverse the former railway tracks of the High Line, learn about maritime history, and stroll past some of Chelsea’s top art galleries.

Celebrate Black History Month on a guided bus tour through Harlem and the Bronx two neighborhoods at the heart of Black culture and the birth of Hip Hop. This special February only experience goes beyond music, exploring the history, creativity, and community that shaped a global movement. Ride in comfort as your guide shares powerful stories, iconic landmarks, and cultural moments that define Harlem’s legacy and the Bronx’s role as the birthplace of Hip Hop. Blending music, history, and storytelling, this tour offers a meaningful and celebratory way to experience Black History Month in New York City with a modern day twist. Highlights February only Black History Month experience Explore Harlem and the Bronx, birthplace of Hip Hop Guided bus tour with live narration and music Led by knowledgeable local guides Ideal for visitors, students, and group outings

If you’re overwhelmed by Greenwich Village's maze of historic streets, this quick guided tour cuts through the confusion, hitting key spots—like where Dylan, Kerouac, and Hemingway created their masterpieces. With your guide, you’ll visit Washington Square Park, Stonewall Inn, the Friends apartment, and other iconic locations, learning the real stories behind NYC's most bohemian neighborhood.

Get to know the dynamic New York City neighborhoods that lie between the skyscrapers of Midtown, Lower Manhattan, and the Financial District. This walking tour packs a lot into a half-day itinerary, showing you NYC’s many faces. Hear the history of Soho, Greenwich Village, and the Meatpacking District; stop at artisan food shops in the West Village and browse Chelsea Market, then ride the ferry back to Midtown, a quintessential New York experience.

While the subway is a convenient way to get around the Big Apple, just traveling underground means you miss out on many of the city’s overland sights. This private Manhattan tour combines three different transportation methods—walking, subway, and ferry—to reveal New York from three different perspectives. Plus, the undivided attention of your guide is guaranteed.

Discover the untold cat history of New York on the only feline-themed walking tour of the Lower East Side. Led by Peggy Gavan, historian and author of The Cat Men of Gotham, this experience uncovers real stories of heroic cats, local legends, and the surprising role cats played in shaping the neighborhood’s past. You’ll hear about tavern cats at McSorley’s, punk rock cats at CBGB, immigrant tenement mousers, and the rise of modern rescue efforts. It’s a walking tour that blends gritty local history with stories you won’t find anywhere else—perfect for history lovers, cat people, or both. Group sizes are kept small to keep the experience personal as you explore the hidden corners of this iconic neighborhood.

Back in the 60s, the Beatles were one of the biggest musical acts in the world, and their legacy can still be seen today. Experience Beatles-mania for yourself on this private guided tour of the Ed Sullivan Theatre, where the Fab Four made their US television debut, before moving on to explore Carnegie Hall, the Plaza Hotel, and Strawberry Fields in Central Park.

Discover the magic of Dyker Heights with dazzling Christmas lights, festive displays, and time to explore the neighborhood’s most iconic decorated homes. Your journey begins with a comfortable ride from Manhattan as your guide shares fun stories, holiday traditions, and the history behind this spectacular Brooklyn tradition. Once in Dyker Heights, you’ll step off the vehicle and walk through the heart of the decorated streets, where every home looks like a movie set.