Top New York City Public Transportation Tours

Experience the best of the Big Apple during this half-day tour of Manhattan with a group limited to 15 guests. Rather than trying to do it all yourself, let an experienced guide lead you through the vibrant streets, colorful neighborhoods, and historic landmarks on foot, subway, and ferry. Get the full New York City experience and see iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, and Wall Street.

Learn about the history and culture of New York City on this all-day tour. Your guide, a professor at the City University of New York and a native New Yorker, shares the secrets about the city, as you travel around the city. Visit landmarks such as Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Central Park, and more. Plus, you’ll ride on the Staten Island Ferry.

Williamsburg, Brooklyn is one of New York City's most desirable neighborhoods for its culture and food—and on this tour, you'll follow your guide straight to the spots that locals love. Discover the hip neighborhood with your foodie guide and just a small group for company. As you stroll through Williamsburg's charming streets, stop at several eateries, and enjoy some of the Big Apple's most famous dishes, including bagels, bagels, dumplings, and more.

Take an underground trip through New York City history on this walking tour of the subway system. Your guide will describe the origins and lore of the city's underground transit while showing you overlooked corners, hidden art installations, and remnants of lost architectural wonders. The tour takes place in publicly accessible stations, so you'll need to pay subway fare to enter.

Make the most of your time in the city that never sleeps on a guided tour of NYC’s top attractions. Travel by both the Staten Island Ferry and bus as you swing by the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, Rockefeller Center and more. Then hop aboard a one-trip Ferry ride for a sightseeing cruise past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, complete with stunning views of the world-famous skyline and Brooklyn Bridge.

Marvel at the 360-degree, unobstructed views from the Empire State Building, and explore its interactive museum and more, with this combo ticket. See NYC's landmarks from the 86th-floor observatory, and enjoy the exhibitions displays on its 2nd and 80th floors. You can also upgrade for skip-the-line entry—or to ascend all the way to the 102nd floor.

Prebook your admission to the 9/11 Memorial Museum in lower Manhattan, and guarantee your entry to the center that documented the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001. Museum artifacts include first-person accounts of what happened on that September morning in 2001, multi-media displays, and exhibits on history, which commemorate nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the attacks.

Some of the best views of New York City's iconic skyline are from the water. This extended cruise goes all the way around Manhattan Island, affording views of the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Empire State Building, and more. Choose between standard seating or upgrade for access to the premium seating area. While on-board, learn about the history of the city through live commentary, and choose to purchase drinks and snacks.

Harlem is one of New York City’s most culturally rich neighborhoods. Don’t miss out on its beauty just because you don’t know where to go on your own. This Harlem Sunday morning gospel tour, complete with a gospel choir service, takes care of the details for you. See local landmarks like the Apollo Theater and Cotton Club, and explore different parts of this neighborhood. Upgrade to include a soul food brunch at a local restaurant.

Catch a bird's eye view of the Big Apple during this helicopter ride in Manhattan. Look out over the Statue of Liberty, Wall Street, the financial district and more. You’ll also spot top sights like Ellis Island and the Empire State Building during this unique sightseeing flight of one of the world's most iconic cities. As you go, enjoy a memorable experience of the city that few other visitors get to experience.

One of the most iconic symbols of America, the Statue of Liberty rises up from New York Harbor, welcoming the immigrants who once entered the United States through nearby Ellis Island. Pay a visit to Lady Liberty and learn the stories of those who passed through Ellis Island with this convenient and flexible tour that lets you choose how long you want to spend at each attraction.

Go behind-the-scenes at the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, and see parts of the church that are otherwise off-limits to visitors, during this catacombs tour. Meet your guide at a convenient location in Lower Manhattan, and follow them into the church. As you explore, learn all about the landmark’s place in New York history and discover the final resting place of famous New Yorkers past.

Don’t settle for any average Broadway tour while you're visiting New York City. This Broadway theaters and Times Square tour gives you an insider’s look with a guide who is actually a Broadway performer. Learn about the history and happenings of New York City’s famous theater district, and hear the backstage stories about the stars of yesterday and today.

See the highlights of New York City without the hassle of navigating traffic or public transportation with a hop-on hop-off tour. This tour enables busy travelers to relax and enjoy the sights from a double-decker bus; depending on the option you pick, you can access both Uptown and Downtown routes . Along the way, choose to disembark to see the attractions that interest you most, rather than being caught up on a group tour.

Group tours of New York City can sometimes pass sights too fast, or not even stop at attractions you’re most interested in. This private New York City tour with a professional photographer lets you customize the tour stops to suit your interests. Select from any number of popular locations, like Times Square and the Theatre District, Central Park, Midtown Manhattan, and the Brooklyn Bridge.

Explore three New York City neighborhoods, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens, with a Spanish-speaking guide on this tour. Stop to take photos and hear the history of each neighborhood. Go beyond Manhattan and experience the different cultures of New York City while learning more about the everyday life of New Yorkers.

See more of the East Coast on a day trip to Boston from New York. Leave the logistics to your guide who takes care of your transportation and itinerary. Start the day at Copley Square and see Fenway Park. Then, continue on through the day stopping to see Boston's top sights such as the Boston Public Library and Quincy Market as you explore the city by climate-controlled vehicle.

Explore New York City like a local and at your own pace with a private guided tour that lets you customize your itinerary. Walk, take the subway and the Staten Island ferry, and discover highlights such as the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Broadway, the Brooklyn Bridge, and more, or tailor your day to your interests.

Designed for fashion-forward travelers on a budget, this thrift store shopping tour takes you to three of NYC’s best places to browse trendy secondhand pieces at rock-bottom prices. Spend nearly an hour at each shop, where your guide is happy to offer styling tips and help you find hidden treasures. Along the way, stroll through New York’s Garment District and get local insight into the city’s fashion industry.

Learn the secrets of New York’s subway on a 2.5-hour underground tour with a private guide. Hear stories about the engineering, technology and people behind the subway’s construction. Discover legends and secrets about abandoned levels, hidden stations and fake houses that disguise escape routes around the city. See official and unofficial art as you follow the 1904 line from Bowling Green to Grand Central Terminal, and get a surprising look at places that every New Yorker sees—but few notice.

The streets of NYC can be extremely packed, especially around the most wonderful time of the year. This New York City Holiday Lights Extravaganza Walking Tour takes you with a guide who knows how to navigate through the crowds and knows the best spots to stop and see the city’s holiday lights and displays. Get into the holiday spirit while snapping holiday pics along the way.

Discover the worlds most vibrant city home to so many gems and be accompanied by a knowledgable and highly skilled Professional Photographer. In this 1-hour experience, we'll venture to the Empire State Building, then head to the famous Rockefeller center & finish it all of in the heartbeat of NYC, Times Square. This tour is set in Midtown Manhattan, but can be completely customizable based on your location preferences (such as exploring Central Park, DUMBO or even the Brooklyn Bridge). Make your New York City it's best by crystalizing the most memorable moments that you will be able to keep for a lifetime.

Discover the best of secondhand shopping in Manhattan with a private tour led by a personal shopper. Meet your guide and visit at least three stores to shop for secondhand and vintage clothing. Get styling advice from your guide as you experience New York City like a local and shop for unique fashion finds. The itinerary can be customized to include new fashion and independent designers as well.