Top New York Music Tours - page 2

Prebook your 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.

New York’s theater scene is world famous for good reason. Get to know the city’s theater district after a drink at The Independent on this fun evening tour. Learn about the beginnings of Broadway and 42nd Street's wild past as you walk around Times Square and the theater district. Keep your eyes open for celebrities!

Go behind-the-scenes and deep underground at the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, with the only Catholic catacombs in New York City. See parts of the church that are otherwise off-limits to visitors. As you explore with the help of a guide, learn all about the landmark’s place in New York history and discover the final resting place of some famous New Yorkers.

Step aboard the Grand Mariner for a 2-hour sunset cruise through New York Harbor, featuring breathtaking views of the city skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and the Brooklyn Bridge. Enjoy live music from talented local performers, a vibrant atmosphere, and the option to purchase snacks and beverages, including cocktails. Includes indoor and outdoor seating, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and stunning scenery for an unforgettable evening.

Marvel at the 360-degree, unobstructed views from the world-famous Empire State Building. Enjoy access to the open-air 86th Floor Observation Deck for stunning views of Central Park and beyond. Upgrade to the 102nd Floor Observation Deck with floor-to-ceiling glass windows for the ultimate skyline view that stretches up to six states. All tickets include access to exhibition displays on the 2nd and 80th floors. You can also upgrade for skip-the-line entry for faster arrival.

Don’t peer at New York City through a fogged-up bus window—take in the highlights of the Big Apple like a local on this one-of-a-kind full-day tour. Move through the city on foot and by subway and ferry. Discover engineering secrets in Grand Central Terminal, reflect on 9/11 at Ground Zero, and see the bright lights of Broadway, with a guide to answer questions along the way.

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.

Learn all about New York’s LGBTQ+ history—and discover some of the city’s most important queer civil rights and historic sights that you may easily overlook—on this small-group walking tour. In the afternoon, meet your guide right in Greenwich Village and set off on foot. See highlights such as the Stonewall National Monument and New York AIDS Memorial, and learn the stories behind the landmarks. Also, stop for a range of bites and snacks as you go.

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.

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.

Take a deep dive into the history and culture of Harlem with this exclusive gospel experience that includes a visit to a neighborhood church with a local guide to enjoy a traditional Sunday gospel service. Join local women in their immaculate Sunday best to listen to the lively worship songs and get to know this important historic neighborhood through one of its most vibrant traditions.

Get up close and personal with several New York City icons with one simple booking on this hassle-free tour. Meet your guide in Battery Park, and board the Statue of Liberty ferry, on which you sail across the New York Harbor to Liberty Island. Explore the Statue of Liberty Museum before hopping on another ferry to Ellis Island to discover the stories of the millions of immigrants who journeyed through this historic site.

Learn about the media moguls that have influenced television and music production on this small-group guided walking tour in Midtown Manhattan. Follow your entertainment industry insider guide around to sites such as the CBS Building, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and the Ed Sullivan Theater, while learning about the people and companies behind the entertainment industry.

Experience the lights of New York City at sunset on this twilight cruise along Manhattan Skyline. Book your ticket in advance online to spare any fuss on the night and set sail to enjoy the illuminated landmarks while learning about the city from a guide’s informative commentary. This tour is a great way to end a day of sightseeing or kick off a night on the town.

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.

Get a glimpse of New York City from a different perspective: from a classic tall ship sailing around New York Harbor. This tour of the waters around New York features incredible views of the Manhattan skyline and live music from a jazz quintet. Includes two glasses of wine and a cash bar onboard.

The artist will elevate your event with immersive live ambient DJ sets, camera setup, and custom music designed to create unforgettable atmospheres. MRzoo Artist Events Booking offers unique music experiences that blend sound, emotion, meditation, creativity, and music technology. Whether you're hosting a luxury hotel event, wellness retreat, private celebration, or public gathering, each performance is designed to create a meaningful connection between people, space, and sound. Music has the power to influence emotions, create memories, and transform experiences. Let your event become something your guests will truly remember. For events with fewer than 50 guests, MRzoo offers a solo music performance with personal sound equipment and camera setup. Minimum day packages start from $299, depending on hours, location, transportation, and artist availability.

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.

Combine your love for rock music with your interest in local history on this private tour around New York City. Check out sightseeing highlights like one of Cleopatra’s Needles and Strawberry Fields, enjoy musical performances, and enjoy plenty of time to stop and take photos. Get to know a new side of the Big Apple.

See the highlights of New York City at your own pace and schedule with a hop-on hop-off tour. Relax and enjoy the sights from an open-top double-decker bus. Depending on the option you pick, access both Downtown and Uptown routes in Manhattan, a Brooklyn tour plus other extras. Along the way, hop off to see the attractions that interest you most.

Follow in the footsteps of rock ‘n’ roll greats—and discover a different side of the East Village—on this small-group walking tour. In the afternoon, meet your music expert guide in the heart of the neighborhood, and set off on foot. In addition to seeing the locations of once-legendary venues like CBGB, you’ll hear stories about musicians like Patti Smith and Bruce Springsteen, and will learn more about New York’s rich music history.

New York City is famous for its skyline, but the best vantage points are only reachable from the water. Take in Manhattan’s iconic scenery—plus close-up views of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty—during this 1.5-hour Serenade Cruise on a 1920s-style yacht. Enjoy music from a live jazz band as you sail, who’ll play hit songs from Frank Sinatra, Nina Simone, and Billie Holiday.

Take in Broadway’s glitz and glamour with a 2-hour Glee-themed walking tour led by a singing, dancing and acting tour guide, and hit the ‘Great White Way’ with a small group of ‘Gleeks.’ Learn about Broadway history and musical theater as you hear the inside scoop on the Broadway stars that appeared on ‘Glee.’ Stage an a capella sing-along near the famous red steps, then grab the spotlight to share your own favorite ‘Glee’ numbers—with backup from a fun crew of musical theater lovers.

Take a walk through Frank Sinatra's New York - the city that helped shape his legendary career. From his earliest performances, to swinging the nights away at the city's storied performance venues, to the classic haunts where he would unwind into the wee small hours of the morning. Trace the steps of Ol' Blue Eyes and where he left his mark on the town that he never stopped singing about.