Top New York Seasonal & Special Occasions - page 3

New York City is famous for its festive atmosphere during the winter holidays, but seeing the sights involves contending with crowds. Treat yourself to a deluxe experience through the biggest festivities during this private horse-drawn carriage ride in Central Park and Fifth Avenue. See highlights like Wollman Rink before admiring window displays, the Saks Fifth Avenue light show, and the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center.

Though mostly nanobreweries and microbreweries, New York’s Finger Lakes region is all a buzz in the country’s craft beer scene. On this guided tour, you’ll leave those designated-driving woes behind and explore Seneca and Keuka Lake, stopping for tastings at four local hop farms and breweries. From one-off batches to private “hopyards,” you’ll see and taste what the Finger Lakes scene is all about.

Discover New York City’s best secondhand shopping—and follow a fashion-expert guide to locals-loved shops you'd never find on your own—on this small-group tour. Explore trendy and timeless pieces, from contemporary finds to vintage gems, while your guide helps you uncover that perfect item. Begin with a quick chat to tailor the experience, visit curated spots, try on your favorites, and leave with a map to continue shopping like a local.

Harlem is at the heart of hip-hop history. Learn all about it on this guided walking tour led by a local insider, checking out important landmarks like the Apollo Theater and historic jazz clubs. See popular locations for hip-hop music videos and hear insider stories that you wouldn’t get walking around alone. You’ll also pass the Museum of the City of New York if you want to return later alone.

Experience a picturesque New York City sunset and views of the illuminated skyline during this festive-season cruise aboard a classic 1920s-style yacht. Sip your included drink from inside a heated, glass-enclosed observatory festooned with holiday decor, and order more beverages from the bar when you want. See Manhattan’s landmarks from the water and get into the holiday spirit during a fun evening out.

Experience one of the most spectacular natural attractions in the US in just one day on a hassle-free day trip to Niagara Falls from New York City. There’s no need to rent a car or stay overnight. See the waterfalls from many different vantage points and enjoy some time to explore Niagara Falls State Park independently. Upgrade for a ride on the Maid of the Mist boat in season.

Swap the shaky selfies for professional photographs to commemorate your time in New York City. This private photography session ensures that you leave the Big Apple with stunning images of yourself against your choice of NYC backdrops. Plus, get inside tips on exploring the city from your expert photographer/guide.

Pop the question, or celebrate your anniversary, in style with a romantic horse-drawn carriage ride through Central Park. Show someone just how much they mean to you with this special ride that includes a bottle of Champagne, a bucket of roses, and photographs. Plus, choose from a number of scenic locations in Central Park to stop for a special moment with your beloved.

See how New York City residents decorate their homes for the holidays with this evening tour. Visit Dyker Heights and Bay Ridge in Brooklyn, neighborhoods known for their homes with quirky Christmas lights. Plus, you'll pass Dumbo, the Brooklyn Bridge, Lincoln Center, Fifth Avenue, and Rockefeller Center.

Experience the joy of the season and see the legendary Christmas lighting displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn on this walking tour of the neighborhood. This residential area is known for its decked-out homes and light displays. Learn about the neighborhood tradition from your guide as you take in the sights and sounds.

Sample local brews and learn about local literary icons during this half-day combo walking tour of Greenwich Village in New York City. Follow your local guide through city streets and learn where writers, poets, and playwrights lived, wrote, drank, and partied. Enjoy time to relax at each stop—purchase a drink if you'd like—while your guide shares details about some of the city's most influential minds.

Delve below the surface of one of Manhattan's most popular neighborhoods during this in-depth walking tour of Greenwich Village. See the place artists, writers and radicals called home and learn about the impact this corner of NYC made on music, pop culture, literature and politics. Your guide will share how Greenwich Village became the proving ground for workers rights, gay and civil rights, and more.

f your connecting flight in New York requires you to change airports, eliminate the stress of unknown travel times and catching a taxi with this convenient private transfer. A professional driver will pick you up at your arrival airport—JFK International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, or Newark Liberty International Airport—and take you directly to the airport where your next flight departs.

See the best of Niagara Falls without having to rent a car on this tour from New York City. Visit the Maid of Mist (April-October) or the Power Vista and Cave of the Winds (November-March), and see the falls lit up at night. After a comfortable hotel stay and breakfast, continue to one of the region's largest outlet malls for retail therapy before your return.

Immerse yourself in the scenery of the Finger Lakes—and discover four of the region’s top craft breweries—on this small-group, half-day tasting tour. Following pickup directly at your Canandaigua Lake area hotel, hop aboard your comfortable vehicle and set off. At each of the four breweries, you’ll enjoy a tutored tasting, can try a range of styles, and can learn more about the brewing process. Upgrade to add a pub lunch to your itinerary.

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.

Get in the festive spirit and discover the larger-than-life Christmas decorations of Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights neighborhood with ease on this bus tour. The provided transportation lets you cover more ground than you could independently, while staying cozy in the winter weather. Be amazed by the vibrant nativity displays, massive inflatable Santas, and more. Kids and adults alike will love this over-the-top Christmas experience.

The Canandaigua Wine Trail— New York's original wine country—winds for nearly 30 miles (48 kilometers) across the Finger Lakes region, around 5 hours north of NYC. On this tour, you’ll get to sit back, relax, and enjoy tastings at four distinct vineyards, some “microfacilities” concentrating on small-batch, exclusive vintages. With rollings hills and waterfront vistas, the views always pair well with each sip.

Explore a side of New York City that many people miss during this walking tour of some of Harlem’s most vibrant corners and landmarks. Follow your guide between 125th Street and the Mount Morris Historic District as you learn about the intellectuals and artists who ignited the Harlem Renaissance. Check out the acclaimed Apollo Theater, admire beautiful brownstones, and finish your tour with an included lunch.

Experience the famous Christmas displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn in style on this private tour by limousine, SUV, or van. Admire views of the Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge during the drive to Dyker Heights, and complete the tour with a stop at the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.

Experience more of Manhattan’s Central Park in a short time by touring in a comfortable horse-drawn carriage. Follow a loop around the park, enjoying views from the carriage of landmarks including the Balto Statue, Columbus Circle, and Strawberry Fields, and stopping at Bethesda Fountain. This private tour is ideal for first-time visitors to New York City, especially families.

Most visitors to Greenwich Village never get past its contemporary vibe, but with this tour through the Village's Italian neighborhood, you can enjoy the insights of an insider guide to experience the authentic (and delicious) side of the area. Visit local haunts and historic sites, follow the footsteps of the Village’s historic Italian community and sample classic Italian foods at landmark eateries.

Get into the Christmas spirit in New York City on this private holiday history walking tour of Midtown Manhattan. Follow your local guide around highlights such as the holiday displays on Fifth Avenue, the winter village at Bryant Park, the Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, while learning the history behind the traditions.

Visit several of the most popular destinations in the Northeastern US on this 4-day group tour from New York City. Marvel at Niagara Falls on a (seasonal) cruise beneath the falls, go shopping in New Jersey, discover local life in Philadelphia, ride an Amish Buggy in Amish country, and visit the historic monuments of Washington DC.