Top Activities on the Ground in New York City - page 2

Get one of the best views in all of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Center. Soak up three indoor and outdoor viewing areas and admire the Big Apple’s popular landmarks, such as One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, and more. Booking in advance guarantees your entry to this always-popular attraction.

Discover NYC’s edgy Meatpacking District on this small-group walking tour with the benefit of a guide to steer you to the area’s sights and drawcards. As you walk and talk, learn how this one-time industrial district is now frequented by artists, foodies, and fashionistas—hearing history and insider tips most travelers never get. Highlights include snacks (own cost) at Chelsea Market and time at the High Line, the elevated railway-turned-park.

An instant classic with locals and tourists since the day it opened in 2009, the High Line is a former railway line on the west side of Manhattan that has been converted into a dynamic park. This guided tour walks you through the High Line as well as the cosmopolitan neighborhood it runs through, Chelsea, and reveals amazing architecture and art you might not have noticed on your own.

Greenwich Village is one of New York City’s most beautiful and most haunted neighborhoods, but just strolling through alone you’d miss out on all the spooky historical facts. This Greenwich Village ghost tour is led by a guide who tells chilling stories of celebrity ghosts, lost children, phantoms, and more as you stroll through Washington Square Park, the New York University campus, and West 10th Street.

See New York City at your feet with admission to the One World Observatory, a 3-story destination on top of the western hemisphere’s tallest building. Ride to the 102nd floor and watch the virtual city skyline transform across centuries of history. Learn about the construction of the skyscraper, which has sweeping views across the city, enjoying New York from a whole new perspective.

While Central Park’s vast size is what makes it an oasis in New York City, it also makes it difficult to navigate alone. Go with a guide to see the park’s highlights—including the Literary Walk, Strawberry Fields, the locations of famous movie scenes, and more—without the stress of getting lost. A small group size ensures your guide's full attention, ample time for questions, and a more personalized experience.

New York City has been known for its yummy food for centuries, but if you don’t know the city well, you might pass up some of the city’s most delicious dishes. Choose from a Greenwich Village or Chinatown and Little Italy food tour and sample a range of foods from bagels and donuts to handmade dumplings and fresh mozzarella (depending on which tour you've selected).

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 two of New York City’s most iconic and picturesque neighborhoods, Flatiron and Union Square, on this food, architecture, and history walking tour. Try tastings at some of the most unique food stops in the city. Visit Caffe Lavazza at Eataly Market, an epic artisanal Italian food emporium. Also, enjoy a classic New York pastrami sandwich from a historic spot and try Big Apple’s best grilled cheese sandwich.

Experience the lights of New York City at sunset on this twilight cruise along the Hudson River and into New York Harbor. Book your ticket in advance online to spare any fuss on the night, and set sail to enjoy the illuminated landmarks while learning about the city from a guide’s informative commentary. This tour is a great way to end a day of sightseeing or kick off a night on the town.

Enjoy a fun and fast-paced way to explore New York’s Central Park on this electric scooter tour. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, meet your guide at Columbus Circle, grab a helmet, and get acquainted with your scooter. Then, zip off on two wheels: You’ll see highlights of the park, from the Bethesda Fountain to the Reservoir, and learn all about the park’s history.

Explore scenic Central Park in the back of a pedicab with this popular tour option that showcases the best of this top destination with prices determined per pedicab and not per person. Ride along and see the park's major landmarks and attractions. Learn about the celebrity homes that line the park, and see where John Lennon used to live. Your guide stops along the way, so be sure to bring your camera.

Explore the beautiful sights of Central Park on this leisurely bike tour. Follow your local guide along the park’s scenic and bike-friendly paths as you cruise by famous attractions like Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Cleopatra’s Needle, and the Bethesda Fountain. Learn about the history of this green oasis in the center of Manhattan on an easy ride. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour to suit your sightseeing schedule.

Central Park is one of the top sights in New York City, but its sprawling size makes it hard to cover on foot. Take in the park’s most famous attractions and landmarks in under two hours without breaking a sweat with this private pedicab tour. Zip through the park to admire Wollman Rink, Bethesda Fountain, Cherry Hill, the lake, and more as you learn about the park’s history and appearance in movies and TV shows.

See the best of Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn on this Brooklyn Bridge guided bike tour that covers all of the highlights. Navigate the city on two wheels and explore the streets as you make your way from Manhattan's southern tip to City Hall and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. This easy climb leads to incredible views and prime photo ops, so be sure to bring your camera!

Central Park is one of New York City’s iconic sites and a must-visit for most travelers. Instead of navigating this huge space, which is over a square-mile in size, take a relaxing pedicab ride. This private tour guides you through the park in a comfortable rickshaw, taking you to popular sites. You’ll pass by neighborhoods like the Upper East Side and Upper West Side and see attractions like the Central Park Zoo and Wollman Rink.

Explore the Brooklyn waterfront on this guided bike tour. Pedal over the Brooklyn Bridge and stop for photo ops of the lower Manhattan skyline, and learn historical insights about the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges. Then, head down the charming brownstone streets of Brooklyn and explore Brooklyn Bridge Park. Plus, visit the shipping and warehouse districts of Dumbo, Vinegar Hill, and the Brooklyn Navy Yard.

See New York City’s iconic attractions and diverse neighborhoods on a guided 2-wheeled tour. Cycle past skyscrapers and the Statue of Liberty on a tour of Battery Park and Wall Street, and enjoy the urban scenery along the Hudson River path. Bike across the Brooklyn Bridge for a quintessential Big Apple experience, and take in fantastic views of the Manhattan skyline.

Explore Central Park and beyond with the help of an electric bike rental. With over 1,350 miles (2,170 kilometers) of bike lanes, you can safely explore the city in a short amount of time. A sturdy bike lock is provided with the rental. Riders need to be at least 12 years old.

Discover Central Park, by bike with this affordable bike rental. The beauty of Central Park’s design is whether you have an hour or a full day, starting at 59th street (Columbus Circle), there are countless attractions like the magical carousel, Alice in Wonderland Sculpture, and Lake (think Stuart Little). The Dairy and Balto statue too and if you have time, stop and play a game at the chess and checker’s house. The famous Bethesda Fountain seen in hundreds of movies, the literary walk with statues of literary giants, and Strawberry Fields are close to one another, and all are just in the lower half of the park and perfectly doable in an hour. Beyond 72nd Street all the way to 110th, there is so much more and with a little more time, you can make the full five-mile circle! In the warm weather enjoy a carousel ride or picnic in Sheep Meadow and in the winter. A spin around the ice-skating rink. We provide a Central Park map so that you can chart your own path in your own time.

Avoid the confines of a group tour and explore Manhattan and Brooklyn at your own pace with this customizable bike rental. Traveling by bike lets you fit in more attractions than you could on foot and enjoy highlights such as skyline views from the Brooklyn Bridge. Plus, a variety of rental options lets you plan a trip that suits your schedule and interests.

Serious cyclists that want to pedal through New York City on a high-quality road bike should look no further than this bike rental, complete with a late-model bike you can ride for up to 24 hours. Whether you're joining an event like the NYC Century Tour, or just cycling New York's network of bike lanes independently with the included map, your bike can handle the ride—all bikes are professionally-maintained Trek and Giant models, straight from a bike dealership.

Pedal the shady paths and boulevards of Central Park on a guided bike tour with a small group of cyclists. Enjoy a leisurely pace as you trace a route to landmarks and hidden gems, from the Bethesda Fountain to the memorial at Strawberry Fields. See the Dakota apartment building where John Lennon lived, then loop around Cleopatra’s Needle and visit Jackie Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. Take in the natural side of life in New York City with an experience that’s suitable for all fitness levels and experience.