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Experience the Best of NYC on a Guided Trolley Adventure! Hop aboard our classic NYC Trolley and discover more than just Manhattan!This exciting half-day guided trolley tour takes you on a journey through The Bronx, Queens,and Brooklyn, exploring the rich culture, history, and energy that make each borough unique. From the birthplace of hip-hop and jazz in the Bronx to the Flushing Meadows Corona in Queens and the iconic Brooklyn bridges and brownstones, this ride is packed with unforgettable sights and stories. We’ll pass by lush parks, diverse neighborhoods, and even get up close to two legendary baseball stadiums — Yankee Stadium and Citi Field! With plenty of photo ops, local insights from your friendly guide, and the comfort of a classic trolley, you’ll see the vibrant contrasts that make New York City truly one of a kind. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a curious local, this tour offers an authentic, inspiring slice of the real NYC. All aboard the Trolley — NYC is waiting!

Immerse yourself in Central Park’s beauty with this group walking tour. Learn about the park’s history, see some of the famous filming locations in the area, and discover scenic trails. Your guide will offer tips on taking the best photos and point out some of the park’s unique details, like Roman-style tunnels and the Mall near 86th Street.

Go deeper than your average sightseeing trip and see Greenwich Village in a new light after taking this historical walking tour. Focused on the 1620s to the 1960s, this tour will leave you feeling inspired after hearing the stories of immigrants, political leaders, human rights activists, and more. Discover aspects of the neighborhood that many others overlook.

Enjoy sightseeing in Manhattan and see sites associated with the TV show "Gossip Girl" on this private pedicab tour. Cover more ground with less effort as your driver takes you around in an open-air pedicab. Enjoy live commentary and photo stops at locations such as the Met steps, Laduree, and the Empire Hotel.

Learn about a piece of history that is barely discussed in schools: New York’s colonial past and the African slave trade in downtown Manhattan. Visit the sites of former slave markets at Wall Street, Trinity Church and Fraunces Tavern, and learn how Wall Street got its name. You also have the option to visit the African Burial Ground National Monument.

Step into Carrie Bradshaw’s heels on a unique pedicab tour! Unlike walking tours, we take you in style—relax as we ride past iconic Sex and the City spots like Carrie’s brownstone, Magnolia Bakery, The Plaza, and more. Enjoy fun stories, famous quotes, and insider trivia while snapping glam-worthy photos. This isn’t just a tour—it’s your own fabulous New York City moment!

The Ghostbusters movie was shot at several spots across New York City, from the FDNY Hook and Ladder Company 8 building that serves as the team’s headquarters, to the New York Public Library. Skip the research, and explore some of the most notable filming locations while learning how they were translated onto the big screen on this guided private tour.

Explore the film and fiction highlights of New York City during a walking tour of Manhattan's historic Carnegie Hill neighborhood. A film critic guide whisks you around to the filming locations of numerous movies and the homes of celebrities, including Woody Allen, Truman Capote, and Robert Redford. This tour also visits Central Park, the Andrew Carnegie Mansion, the Jewish Museum, and the Church of Heavenly Rest.

See locations from some of your favorite movies and TV shows, without getting lost, on this private bus tour led by a local actor. Begin north of Times Square and head to the Upper West Side and Upper East Side of Manhattan, and stand in the same spots where stars such as Jerry Seinfeld, Billy Crystal, and Leighton Meester filmed scenes from "Seinfeld," "You've Got Mail," and other classics.

Join us for an unforgettable 2-hour guided pedicab tour of Central Park, led by expert, friendly guides passionate about sharing the park’s history. Visit iconic landmarks like the Wollman Rink, the Chess and Checkers House, the Carousel, and the Dairy House. Explore the Balto Statue, Bethesda Terrace, and Bow Bridge, with stops at the serene Reservoir and Belvedere Castle. Our guides offer fascinating insights and professional photos along the way, ensuring you capture unforgettable moments. This tour provides a fun, personal way to experience Central Park’s beauty, history, and hidden gems. Book today!

Dive into the ruthless world of HBO’s "Succession" TV series without hours of planning and scrolling courtesy of this small-group uptown and downtown NYC tour. Avoid seeking out the filming locations yourself, and let a guide showcase all the key upper and lower Manhattan sites while sharing show anecdotes many fans never hear. Pass Kendall’s apartment, Waystar Royco’s offices, and more; and enjoy a lunch stop between uptown and downtown to help you take all your discoveries in.

Embark on the ultimate Gossip Girl adventure on this affordable private tour. Explore the glitz and glamour of the Upper East Side, visiting iconic locations straight out of the hit TV series. Your guide will double as a personal photographer, capturing memorable moments at each stop, including: The Met Steps, the Empire Hotel, Nate Archibald's residence, Laduree Bakery, and more.

Uncover the history of mafia and crime in New York’s Little Italy. This tour will appeal to fans of true crime and history buffs. Visit spots like “Bootleggers Corner,” where people sold alcohol illegally during the Prohibition, and Mare Chiaro bar, which was featured in mobster movies and “The Sopranos” TV series.

Discover the best of secondhand shopping in North Brooklyn led by a vintage shopping loving local! Meet your guide and visit 3 to 6 stores (based on your preference) to shop for secondhand and vintage clothing. We’ll spend about 30 minutes per store, you have time to try things on. Get personalized styling advice and thrifting tips from your guide as you experience the vibrant Williamsburg and Greenpoint neighborhoods of Brooklyn and shop for unique finds with your group. • Discover shoes, bags, and clothing (masculine and feminine items available) • Sizes range from XS-XL You’ll have the best time if you come prepared with: • Water • Comfortable shoes • Clothes you can easily change in fitting rooms or try on clothes over The itinerary can be customized with the items and styles you’re looking for in mind. Along the way to each shop we’ll take in the sites of this vibrant borough. Book your shopping tour in New York City and shop in Brooklyn like a local!

New York’s vibrant Lower East Side neighborhood has, in recent years, become a hub of some of the city’s most experimental and boundary-pushing street art. Go on a small-group, cultural walking tour of the neighborhood, and spot noteworthy works by internationally renowned artists. Meet your guide at the Houston Bowery Wall in Nolita—famed for its ever-changing murals—and then venture to the LES. You’ll admire pieces in the 100 Gates Project, will see work by Shephard Fairey and Space Invader, and learn more about the vibrant local street art community.

Get in the Christmas spirit and explore New York’s Fifth Avenue in a festively decorated, old-fashioned horse-drawn carriage. This is a great option if you want to cover the brightly decorated landmarks without getting footsore. Sit back as you take in the magical scenes at Rockefeller Center, the Plaza Hotel, and famous department store windows.

New York is a city that’s full of history. Learn all about American colonial history in a private tour where you’ll visit historic sites including Trinity Church and City Hall. Hear about the American Revolutionary War, the development of classical liberalism and republican principles, and the important events and people that shaped the history of the US.

Fans of *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* will love this private guided tour of New York City locations where the period drama was filmed. Sites include a comedy club, vintage music shop, kosher butcher, bar, and Washington Square Park, where Midge joined a protest in the series. Get a feel for 1950s Manhattan while gaining insight into how period shows are made.

From Spiderman to Daredevil, New York is home to some of the world’s biggest superheroes and two legendary comic book producers. Learn more about the Marvel and DC universes, and the actors who’ve brought their characters to life, on a private themed tour in Manhattan. Choose between a walking tour of Midtown or a longer chauffeured tour for the full comic book fix.

Get to know Harlem’s cinematic side when you embark on a small-group walking tour of the neighborhood’s filming locations. Follow in the footsteps of celebrities and directors, and see where Luke Cage, Law & Order, American Gangster, and other films and television shows were shot. Your guide will screen clips at each stop you make. As you go, you’ll also see some of Harlem’s key landmarks and will learn more about its history.

Immerse yourself in the one-of-a-kind ambiance of Williamsburg, Brooklyn—and seek out some of its coolest addresses and street art landmarks as you go—on this self-led smartphone walking tour and scavenger hunt. Upon booking, download the app and access your tour at a time that works best for you. Follow the clues, and solve games and puzzles, all while exploring the neighborhood and learning more about its cultural offerings.

Visit the neighborhoods in New York where art, history, and creativity converge in this walking tour. See the diverse art scenes that exist in Soho, Tribeca, and Nolita firsthand by visiting galleries, studios, and public art installations. You’ll leave with a solid understanding of the city’s contemporary art scene, with no prior art background needed.

Take a two-hour guided walking tour through some of NYC's most famous neighborhoods and discover their stories of gangsters and ghosts from the city’s past. The Five Points, Chinatown, Little Italy, and Greenwich Village were known as the vice districts during the 1920s and 30s. See the places where gangsters such as John Gotti and Lucky Luciano used to party, make deals, and carry out threats. Visit haunted locations and old crime scenes on a tour led by historians. Spooky tales of the ghosts and gangsters of NYC's streets will be shared along the way. Stop at The Five Points, known for hosting New York's most infamous gangs, Chinatown's "Blood Alley," haunted houses of the West Village, and the many restaurants where mafia murders occurred in Little Italy. The tour is family friendly with frequent stops.

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Erie Canal aboard an authentic British double decker bus. Our 90 minute tour is all new for this year and allows guests to step back in history and experience how the Erie Canal transformed Buffalo, New York State and the entire country. We begin by viewing the terminus of the Erie Canal with a brief walking tour. Guests will come to understand the plight of the immigrants who traveled thousands of miles to start a new life in America. Once aboard the bus we'll view and visit the beautiful waterfront of Buffalo including Lake Erie and the vistas of the Canadian shoreline. As we travel we'll learn about the rough 'Canal District' that featured over 120 saloons and other 'amusements'. A major highlight is the interior exploration of a massive 26 silo grain elevator along Buffalo's Waterfront. If you enjoy awesome storytelling and local charm, this tour is for you!