Best New York City Tours: Compare & Book Now
Uncover the magic of New York City with curated tours and activities. Discover world-famous attractions, from the towering skyline views to vibrant cultural districts, all available through various operators. Compare hundreds of New York City Tour options to find the perfect fit for your dream trip. Whether exploring Central Park, cruising the harbor, or diving into local neighborhoods, these experiences capture the electrifying spirit of NYC. Start planning your unforgettable New York City travel adventure today and see the Big Apple like never before!
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Ditch the generic tourist traps! Join a former bike messenger for a gritty, fast-paced tour diving into the bizarre facts, hidden spots, and dark humor of Chinatown and the Lower East Side. Authentic city vibes only.
- Chinatown
- Tenement Museum
- Sweet Pickle Books
- Museum of Chinese in America
- Manhattan Bridge
- Columbus Park
See the very best of New York on this 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour soaring through 20 stops across the Downtown and Uptown routes. Pull out your phone and click pictures of iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, the World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, and many more, while a multili...
- **New York HOHO**
- - 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- - Access to the Downtown route
- - Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese & Italian
- - Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
- **Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island**
- - Round-trip ferry transfers from Castle Clinton National Monument, Battery Park
- - Priority entry at the Screening Facility Queue for the ferry
- - Self-guided audio tour of Liberty Island & Ellis Island in English, French, German, Hindi, Arabic, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.
- - Access to Liberty Island, Ellis Island, Statue of Liberty Museum, National Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
- **New York City Sightseeing Cruise**
- - 90-minute sightseeing cruise
- - 10-minute photo opportunity at the Statue of Liberty
- - Onboard English-speaking guide
- - Onboard photographer
- - Snack bar & onboard activities
- **Empire State Building**
- - Access to the outdoor viewing deck on the 86th floor
- - Access to Art Deco lobby
- - High-power binoculars
- - Free Wi-Fi
- **SUMMIT Experience**
- - Entry to SUMMIT Experience
- - Access to all 3 floors and immersive experiences
- - Access to Apres eatery & cafe
- **Edge NYC**
- - Entry to Edge NYC
- - Access to:
- - Indoor observation deck on Level 100
- - The Glass Floor, Angled Glass Walls, The Skyline Seats & The Eastern Point
- - The highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere
- - Sky Assurance Weather Guarantee Offer
- **Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island**
- - Access to Ellis Island's Hard Hat Tour
- - Access to the State of Liberty Pedestal & Crown
- **SUMMIT Experience**
- - Ascent glass elevators (available for purchase on-site)
Enjoy a private, customized, small-group walking tour of New York City with your local guide who knows the streets backwards and forwards and will give you an insider's perspective. Choose from a 4-hour, morning or afternoon tour, or see everything by choosing the full-day walking tour. See some of ...
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Columbus Circle
- Times Square
- Fifth Avenue
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Ila Only Spa
- Grand Central Terminal
- Chrysler Building
- Bryant Park
- Rockefeller Center
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Join us for a vibrant tour from Times Square to Rockefeller Center! Discover iconic landmarks like Grand Central, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and stunning city views. Explore NYC’s heart and history in one unforgettable walk.
- Grand Central Terminal
- Grand Central - LIRR Concourse
- Library Walk
- One Times Square
- ATLAS
- Times Square
- New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
- Bank Of America
- St. Patrick's Cathedral
- Bryant Park
- Navy Recruiting Station Times Square
- Prometheus statue
- William Cullen Bryant Statue
- Licensed Tour Guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.Cultural themes dominate the options we compare, with 97% of the tours tagged as Cultural. Historical themes are also very common, appearing in 79% of the listings.
The duration is typically about 1.5 to 8 hours, with the median tour lasting 4 hours. In terms of price, the options we compare range widely, from $11 up to $1,104, with the median price being $89.
These tours are available in 8 languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Russian, and Japanese. The most common way to travel during the tour is by walking, which is used in 58% of the options we compare.
The most common format is the Guided Tour, which makes up 74% of the options we compare. However, there is a notable presence of private tours, with 33% of the options listed being private.
We see that Entertainment tours represent a good value category. These options average a high rating of 4.54 stars and are priced at $72, which is at or below the typical price point for these tours.
The majority of the options we compare do not include skip-the-line access, as only 3% of the listings feature it. Regarding cancellations, roughly half of the options listed offer free cancellation, and 71% of the options provide instant confirmation.
A significant portion of the options we compare are tagged as eco-friendly, accounting for 43%. In terms of suitability, only a small percentage of the options are specifically tagged as family-friendly.
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The subway is fastest. Ferries offer scenic but slower alternatives for a different view.
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