NYC Private Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, 100% Personalized

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New York City, USA

2 to 8 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Explore New York City like a local and let a like-minded guide craft a customized itinerary for your visit. Share your interests—anything from art and architecture to live music and delicious food—and explore the Big Apple with a personalized tour just for you. Enjoy this unique experience and visit places you won’t find in a guidebook.

Get off the beaten path with a customized tour of New York City
Discover hidden gems and places only a local could find
Enjoy a more intimate perspective on a walking tour
Choose between three and eight hours and flexible departure

What's Included

Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Flexible durations and start times—choose your preferred time when booking
Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.

Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Washington Arch
Washington Square N, New York, NY 10012, USA
Meet your host at the Washington Square Arch. After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

New York City (Pass By)

Greenwich Village (Pass By)

Williamsburg (Pass By)

Harlem (Pass By)

Brooklyn Bridge (Pass By)

Bronx Museum of the Arts (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Most travelers can participate
After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 43 reviews

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Fabulous!

Cyndi_D, Jan 2024

Edward was knowledgeable, animated, enthusiastic, personable and a joy to spend time with! Will definitely recommend this tour!

Response from Host, Jan 2024

Hello! We're thrilled to learn that Edward has once again exceeded expectations! As a fantastic host, he consistently goes above and beyond to personalize the experience for our guests. Your positive review has truly uplifted our spirits, and your support is immensely appreciated!

Best way to try NYC foods

Amy_T, Feb 2023

We had an amazing tour with Maurita. We started at the auburn Square farmers market and then traveled to historical stops and the best restaurants. All carefully planned and informative. Each stop was awesome and places I would never know to go otherwise. Maurita was friendly, informed and we enjoyed spending the afternoon with her. Highly recommend!!

Best off the beaten path tour ever

Dana_B, Jul 2021

I wanted in off the beaten Trail died. I was interested in cultural and ethnic communities and see New York from a New Yorkers point of view. And my guide delivered 100%. I feel like I really learned information about what it's like to live and breathe in New York City as a dweller... Not just a tourist looking at sites

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Dear DanaB, Thank you for the lovely review! I’m so happy you enjoyed your experience in New York. We want to make sure our experiences are tailored according to your needs and interests and that after the experience you feel more knowledgeable about the city and more confident to explore it on your own. I a, glad to hear your host delivered and gave you a true off the beaten path experience! Hopefully we can match you in New York again in the future, and you will take on another adventure with a City Unscripted host in one of our 60+ cities! Kind regards, Liezel

New York in italiano!

Ivana A, Dec 2019

Siamo un gruppo di amiche e questo era il nostro primo giorno a New York . La nostra host Paola è venuta a prenderci all 'hotel e ci ha portato in giro per tutta la mattina. Purtroppo la giornata era piovosa e ventosa, ma è stata ugualmente molto interessante. Paola ci ha aiutato a fare l'abbonamento per la metropolitana e ci ha spiegato come funziona, ci ha portato a vedere la Grand Central Station, il nuovo quartiere di Hudson Yards, con i grattacieli che si perdevano nella nebbia, il Greenich Village con i suoi locali caratteristici, Soho, Little Italy e China Town. Inoltre ci ha dato consigli e suggerimenti per i giorni successivi con grande gentilezza e disponibilità . Grazie Paola, siamo state molto bene con te!

Response from Host, Dec 2019

Cara Ivana, Sono proprio felice di leggere che vi siete divertite con Paola, nonostante il vento e la pioggia! Con City Unscripted siamo in 41 città sparse per tutto il mondo, pensateci la prossima volta che viaggiate! Anna Kerekes Co-fondatrice di City Unscripted

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