All New York Tours & Excursions in 2026

Get a taste for the ‘real’ New York during this half-day bus-based sightseeing tour of the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn. Experience NYC’s lesser-known neighborhoods and landmarks as you explore the profusion of multi-ethnic cultures in Queens, visit the famous Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, and learn about the mix of Orthodox Jews and bohemian artists that populate Brooklyn.

On this immersive walking tour, you’ll wander through the shadows of iconic locations, peeling back the curtain on a vanished world of smoky speakeasies, saloons, storied hotel bars, nightclubs, and jazz joints that made history. We bring to life the characters, cocktails, scandals, and cultural revolutions that made this city swing. Walk the footsteps of jazz greats along the famed Swing Street. Discover the secret back rooms and whispered passwords of Prohibition’s elite speakeasies. Hear tales of café society, gangsters, gossip columnists, and the sports legends and celebrity icons who held court at larger-than-life nightspots. Learn about the cocktails that put these destinations on the map. Whether you're a jazz lover, history buff, or cocktail connoisseur, this tour offers a rollicking ride of New York’s legendary nightlife. Our experience will conclude just steps away from a hidden, speakeasy style bar, offering those a chance to raise a glass to NYC nightlife.

Decode New York's unwritten rules. - Self-driven with 8 stops in 117 min. Everyday life, society, and urban emotions Told in an immersive podcast style - Audio, AI guide, and navigation via the app

A body has been found in New York. Step into the role of detective and crack the case on this self-guided walking quest. Your smartphone delivers clues, witness statements, and puzzles as you navigate between real-world locations that become your crime scene. Each stop reveals new evidence and suspects. Follow the trail from location to location, piecing together the story while exploring New York's streets. The app guides you step by step with an immersive narrative full of twists. This 1–2 hour private detective adventure runs 24/7 — start whenever you want, pause for coffee or photos, and play at your own pace. Available in 5+ languages.

Craft homemade mini pies that will impress your Thanksgiving guests during this hands-on class at NY Cake, a renowned family-run bakery in Manhattan. Guided by an expert instructor, you’ll master the art of creating flaky pie dough from scratch and prepare delightful spiced fall fillings. Assemble your mini pies with crimped edges and beautiful lattice tops before baking them to golden perfection. This beginner-friendly experience includes essential tips on freezing, reheating, and packaging your creations, ensuring they travel well. Leave with a box of your delicious mini pies and the skills to recreate them at home, making your holiday celebrations even sweeter.

Founding New York: From Dutch Trading Post to American Powerhouse. Join a 2-hour guided walking tour through Lower Manhattan's Financial District, exploring the area where New York City began. This shared group tour is conducted in English.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Transform your mind, body, and spirit with a unique 60-minute private session that combines the healing power of Reiki and the insight of an intuitive tarot reading. Begin your journey with calming Reiki to ease stress and balance your energy. Following this restorative experience, dive into a personalized tarot reading that offers guidance on crucial aspects of your life, from relationships to career decisions. Enjoy this sought-after session with Jess, a highly-rated practitioner known for her compassionate approach.

This is not a typical scripted tour. You’ll experience New York City the way locals actually do, on foot and by subway, while exploring Central Park, the Brooklyn Bridge, and DUMBO. I’ll guide you through the subway step-by-step so you gain the confidence to navigate the city on your own. Along the way, I’ll also take great photos of you using my phone so you leave with memories you can instantly share. This is a private, personalized experience with a local who knows the city inside and out.

Explore the wonders of human culture, the natural world, and the universe at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City with direct admission and a self-guided smartphone audio tour. Stand beneath the iconic 94-foot blue whale in the Milstein Hall of Ocean Life, marvel at the towering Tyrannosaurus rex and Titanosaur in the Fossil Halls, and discover the canyon-like architecture of the Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation. We provides curated storytelling, paleontological breakthroughs, and cultural insights directly through your phone at your own pace.

Discover the rich history of America's immigrant journey and the resilience of New York City on this comprehensive tour. Enjoy priority access to the iconic Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, guided by a professional New York licensed guide. Explore the Statue of Liberty Museum and learn about the countless immigrants who sought a new life at Ellis Island. Visit the poignant 9/11 Memorial, the FDNY Memorial Wall, and the Oculus, and hear personal stories of hope and renewal that define NYC's spirit. Conclude your tour at St. Paul’s Chapel, a symbol of endurance. - Priority access to both the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island - Guided exploration of the Statue of Liberty Museum and Ellis Island - Visit significant 9/11 Memorial sites including the Survivor Tree - Insightful stories from a knowledgeable New York licensed guide

Step into the scenes of your favorite films on this 4.5-hour NYC TV & Movie Tour, exploring legendary filming spots like the New York Public Library, Empire State Building, Grand Central, Rockefeller Center, and Times Square. From Detective Chinatown to The Avengers, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and The Godfather, follow in the footsteps of movie icons and relive unforgettable moments in the heart of Manhattan.

Explore Central Park in an immersive way with a customizable pedi-cab tour. This unique experience allows you to discover the park’s beauty and history at your own pace. Choose your preferred landmarks, from the iconic Bethesda Fountain to the serene Strawberry Fields, and enjoy insightful commentary along the way. Whether you want to capture the perfect photo or delve deeper into a specific site, this tour is designed for your interests. With a flexible duration of approximately one hour and three engaging pit stops, this tour is perfect for families, friends, or anyone seeking to enjoy Central Park like never before. - Customizable tour length with a standard duration of about one hour - Visit iconic landmarks like Bethesda Fountain and Bow Bridge - Three stops for walking, photography, and deeper discussions - Educational insights into Central Park's history and hidden gems

A searingly dramatic setting of Friedrich Schiller’s play about Mary, Queen of Scots, and her political and personal rivalry with Queen Elizabeth I of England, Maria Stuarda had a troubled genesis, despite its musical and theatrical brilliance, and only recently achieved a place in the repertory. These two fearsome rivals embody different perceptions of royalty, which were very much in direct conflict at that moment in time, and the opera’s drama is true to history in a way the facts are not. For all the beauty of its orchestral writing, Maria Stuarda is a prime example of the mid–19th-century bel canto style—the drama is firmly embedded in the vocal parts. A notable curiosity of the score is the wide range of casting possibilities for the two leading ladies: either role can be (and has been) sung by a soprano or a mezzo-soprano. Much depends on the contrast of the voices, especially in the great confrontation scene at the end of Act I.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote and interactive live host to assist and encourage you through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 500 cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures include a tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, learning tool, and social experiment! Guests get to discover our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture challenges-for points! Regardless of their score, they enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard. They can race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors with them that day. Get ready to learn, discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your OWN!

Perfect for Ramones super-fans, traverse New York City’s East Village with the help of a private guide. Learn facts about punk rock history that don’t make it into the average guidebook, and follow in the footsteps of your favorite band. It’s a great way to get to know the Big Apple better, whether you’re a tourist or a longtime New Yorker.

We've turned Stony Brook University into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Our PokemonGo style app will take you to 9 iconic places around campus. At each location, you will need to solve a puzzle before advancing. It is part Scavenger Hunt and part Escape Room! You can play solo or in a group. Besides completing fun puzzles, you will learn tons of fascinating history about the school. You will be walk around 2 miles as you find clues, solve puzzles and get closer to completing the adventure. You can go at your own pace, but it should take around 60 minutes to complete the adventure. Over 200,000 players have used our app to explore the world in the last year - we can't wait for you to play as well!

Unleash your creativity at the Ceramic Painting Workshop in Warwick, NY, where art meets tradition. Guided by friendly instructors, participants can choose from over 100 ceramic designs, crafting pieces that reflect personal style or cultural influences. Each session, lasting 1.5 to 2 hours, includes all necessary materials and a live demonstration to inspire your artistic journey. Enjoy traditional Turkish tea and snacks as your masterpiece takes shape, and experience the joy of glazing and firing your creation for a beautiful, lasting finish.

Explore Midtown Manhattan through its extraordinary architecture, from Beaux-Arts landmarks and Art Deco skyscrapers to the radical experiments that transformed New York's skyline. Led by a historian and longtime NYC museum educator, this walking tour looks beyond famous buildings to uncover the people, ambitions, technologies, and cultural forces that shaped them. Along the way, you'll encounter some of New York's most remarkable architecture while discovering how Midtown became a stage for wealth, commerce, entertainment, modernism, and urban spectacle. This is an architecture tour for travelers who want to understand not only what they're seeing, but why it looks the way it does.

Follow in the footsteps of the Men in Black on a private New York tour that takes you to all of the significant movie settings, many of which aren’t marked on the map. Exploring with a private guide means you’ll be party to film trivia and gossip you’d otherwise miss, and you’ll discover parts of the Big Apple usually just reserved for locals.

Explore the historic heart of Lower Manhattan on a captivating walking tour that delves into over three centuries of New York's political, cultural, and media history. Discover pivotal sites like City Hall Park, where the Declaration of Independence was first read, and learn about the rise of Newspaper Row, Boss Tweed's influence, and the iconic Woolworth Building. Ideal for history lovers and curious locals, this tour offers a unique glimpse into the city’s past through the lens of architecture and journalism. - Duration: 2-hour walking tour through City Hall Park and Newspaper Row - Led by licensed New York City guides for expert insights - Suitable for adults, families, and history enthusiasts - Comfortable walking shoes recommended; operates rain or shine

Experience the Art of Candle-Making with Artisane Discover a one-of-a-kind, hands-on candle-making experience designed to spark creativity, connection, and relaxation. Whether you’re looking for a unique activity, a fun outing with friends, or a memorable solo experience, Artisane offers an engaging workshop where you’ll craft your own luxury, hand-poured candle from scratch. Why Book This Experience? • Personalized Creations: Choose your own fragrance blend and design a candle that reflects your style. • High-Quality Ingredients: Work with premium wax, natural fragrances, and elegant vessels. • Fun & Interactive: Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike—no prior experience needed! • Take Home a Unique Souvenir: Leave with a beautifully crafted candle to enjoy or gift to someone special.

This three-hour, Retired NYPD guided New York City evening bus tour presents historical crimes of New York City. Our guides will share their experiences as Officers in NYC along with audio files told by the Officers who were present at the original crime scene. We also share the history and operation of the New York Police Department. These are mobile crime tours in luxury vans.

Experience New York Harbor through the unexpected art and stories that line its shores. The Unframed City Tour offers guests the opportunity to see these works of art from the best vantage point - the water - transforming NYC into an open-air gallery. Cruise aboard an elegant classic yacht as an expert guide uncovers the fascinating stories behind monumental sculptures, memorials, iconic bridges, and hidden artistic treasures. Blending art, history, exceptional storytelling, and spectacular harbor views, The Unframed City offers a fresh and unforgettable way to experience New York.