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Step back in time, and follow in the footsteps of some of Harlem’s most celebrated former residents, when you embark on a small-group walking tour. As you explore, you’ll learn all about the Harlem Renaissance: the explosive period of artistic and intellectual development that forever changed the neighborhood. Listen to music from the 1920s as you go, and hear stories about figures the likes of Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, and Langston Hughes. You’ll also visit key neighborhood sights, including the Apollo Theater.

Zombie Scavengers in Rochester will help prove you can survive a zombie apocalypse! Use an app to find a list of items needed to survive. Find them in any order you'd like and get points for each found survival item. Get points also by doing crazy zombie themed tasks. Survey the area and figure out how to get the most points in order to survive the apocalypse. Should you have any questions along the way, a remote host will chat with you throughout the game. Prove to the world you can survive an apocalypse in Rochester today!

Test your chances of surviving a zombie apocalypse during a fun, interactive scavenger hunt in New York City. Divide into teams and traverse the city on a predesignated route, setting out in search of food, supplies, and shelter. Work together to solve challenges and answer trivia questions, and see how long you can stay alive. You’ll get an hour of remote chat host support via your smartphone.

Cover more ground on Manhattan’s west side than you could on foot with this small-group guided e-bike tour. Pedal with ease along the waterfront following the Hudson River Greenway, past highlights like Hudson River Park and the Vessel in Hudson Yards while your guide fills you in on the stories behind the sights.

Explore the literary side of Brooklyn on a 3 hour walking tour with an informative guide. Visit Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill and Boerum Hill, stopping at bars that were favorite watering holes for renowned writers. Purchase a drink to sip while hearing passages of the writers' work read aloud and learning about the history of the the bars, the neighborhoods and New York City as a whole. You'll gain insight into the urban planning of Robert Moses, and check out architectural and historical points of interest on this fun and fascinating tour.

Discover the three genres of music—rock, punk, and glam— that helped form a new kind of music culture in the 1970s and beyond on this small-group walking tour of New York City’s East Village. With your guide in the lead, see where bands such as the Ramones, the New York Dolls, the Velvet Underground, Iggy Pop, and others wrote music and performed, and spot sights that you'd otherwise walk right past on your own.

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New York City's Central Park is full of hidden gems and secret places. On this small-group walking tour, discover the park’s remote highlights above 100th Street, including the Loch, waterfalls, arches, and man-made mountains with a guide. Walk to the northern reaches of the park, hear about its history dating back to the Revolutionary War, and discover secrets that even locals may not know about.

Get a unique insight into New York City by touring with a private local guide who customizes the itinerary to suit your interests. Visit top landmarks, explore vibrant boroughs and hidden corners, or do something different—it's your day. Choose a duration between two and eight hours to match your schedule and vacation time on this private walking tour without a vehicle, using public transport or taxis as needed.

Hip-hop music began in New York City, and there's no better way to explore this iconic music genre than this insider’s tour led by one of rap's Grandmasters. Visit more locations than you could possibly find on your own as you embark on an interactive musical journey through Manhattan, Harlem, and the Bronx to uncover the origins and evolution of hip-hop and rap music.

Get into the holiday spirit in New York City with a holiday brunch cruise. Set sail from Chelsea Piers on a classic boat decked out with holiday decorations. Enjoy stunning views of city landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge from the water while savoring a 3-course prix fixe brunch.

Get an insider’s look at the fashion industry’s go-to fabric flower makers on a private tour of the M&S Schmalberg factory, which has provided flowers for Martha Stewart, 'Hamilton', the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, and more. This tour is perfect for people with an interest in fashion or anyone who enjoys watching things be assembled. With new projects everyday there’s no telling what (or who) you might see.

Use an app to survive a zombie apocalypse in Syracuse. In Zombie Scavengers, explore the city however you'd like to search for items needed to survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items. You can also do some zombie themed challenges for points on the app as well. Strategize in order to get the most points and survive the apocalypse. Your remote host will be there for you via chat if you need anything. Can you survive the apocalypse in Syracuse?

See New York City like never before when you discover an underground world of amazing mosaic art during this small-group guided subway mosaic art tour. Meet at Grand Central Terminal and explore up to 10 mosaic sites across Manhattan, learning about their histories, artists, and creation process from award-winning mosaic artist Cathleen Newsham.

Grab a group of friends for an hour of active fun in Buffalo. Imagine that zombies are taking over the city and it’s your job to find the items you’ll need to survive the zombie apocalypse. Use strategy, skill, and speed to collect points, which you can compare to other teams around the country. This is a fun way to get out and about and see new things in Buffalo.

Explore some of America’s most historic landmarks and attractions on this full-day trip to Washington DC from New York City. Travel by train, then board a double-decker bus in Washington DC for a self-guided sightseeing tour of the city. Enjoy the freedom to hop-on and hop-off so you can explore the sights that interest you most. Includes a 2-course lunch at the Hard Rock Café.

New York City is packed with landmarks, but some of the best views are only reachable from the water. During this weekend brunch cruise, sail around New York Harbor—catching sight of icons like the Brooklyn Bridge and Ellis Island. Relax onboard the teak decks of a 1920s-style yacht, digging into a fresh spread of NYC staples: bagels, smoked salmon, deli meats, and much more.

Step back in time, and immerse yourself in a bygone era of New York City on this history-themed guided walking tour of Lower Manhattan. With a guide to lead the way and share historical details, you can learn of the social changes, architecture, and culture that shaped today’s SoHo and surrounding areas. The tour is ideal for history buffs and those who want to see a side of the city most tourists miss.

Go off the tourist path with help from a local on this guided, half-day tour that reveals lesser-known sights. Let your local guide take you to markets, shops, restaurants not listed in your travel books. Customize your tour and travel at your own pace stopping to explore areas of interest so you can see the city like a local.

If you experience New York City’s Broadway for the first on your own, there’s so much you could miss. Instead, opt for this Broadway musical theater walking tour, which whisks you straight to the highlights—as well as the local landmarks only insiders know. Learn the history of Broadway as you explore, and get the inside scoop on your favorite actors and stage productions.

Locals have a unique view of their city, which visitors often don't get to see. Forget the sightseeing schedules and discover the authentic New York with a local guide and a customized walking tour. Tell your local guide what you want to see and experience, and they’ll put together a tour that gets you oriented, and reveal highlights, hidden gems, insights, and tips—just like a friend would.

Take a private sightseeing car ride through New York City with a driver to show you some of the best spots in the Big Apple. Get picked up from your hotel and avoid the stress of public transport. Drive around Washington Square Park, the Empire State Building, Wall Street, and more.

From classic truffles to sugar-sweet macarons, Manhattan is known for its dessert boutiques and chocolatiers—but without a local guide to show you the way, it’s easy to miss out on the tastiest locations. During this private food tour, pass by landmarks like the Washington Square Arch and historic Bleecker Street in the West Village and Greenwich Village, indulging in a hand-picked selection of sweet treats along the way.

Make the most of your limited time in New York City—and see the sights that interest you most—thanks to this private and fully customized tour by chauffeured vehicle. Look forward to viewing city highlights such as Grand Central Terminal, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Fifth Avenue, the National September 11 Memorial, Wall Street, and the Brooklyn Bridge, with commentary to match.