Top New York Archaeology Tours

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.

Get up close and personal with Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty on a tour that covers two essential NYC landmarks. Listen to the live narration from your guide, and enjoy priority access to the ferry, saving you time spent waiting in long lines. Then, get the best views of Manhattan as you cross New York Harbor by boat, and get ready to discover the sights.

Get a personalized introduction to New York City's legendary arts showcase with this small-group (or private) tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Housing more than 2 million objects, this renowned institution can be overwhelming to explore, so let your art historian guide show you the highlights, from paintings by Vermeer to pop culture memorabilia. Explore at your own pace and concentrate on the museum sections that interest you most.

Explore the World Trade Center Complex and learn all about the tragic events of September 11, 2001 on this guided walking tour of Lower Manhattan. You’ll hear dramatic stories of survival and the heroism of first responders as you visit the site of Ground Zero. You’ll also learn about the renewal of the neighborhood while viewing sites such as the Oculus and the Winter Garden. End the tour with a self-guided visit to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

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.

On this New York to Washington DC tour, check out the nation’s capital in a day with all logistics, transport, and entrance fees included. Traveling by comfortable minivan or bus with a guide for commentary—another advantage over an independent trip—you'll view landmarks including the White House and Washington Monument. Plus, visit Arlington Cemetery and the National Smithsonian Air and Space Museum or National Museum of Natural History.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a New York must—but its size can be intimidating for visitors. Navigate its galleries with ease on this stress-free, private tour. Meet your guide at the museum at a time that’s best for you, and head right in: tickets are included in the cost. You’ll see the museum’s key biblical artworks, and the itinerary can also be adapted to fit your interests and preferences.

No trip to New York is complete without exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art—and this private tour of the museum’s biblical artworks offers an accessible and in-depth way to discover part of its wide-ranging collection. Meet your guide at the museum at a time that works best for you, and head right in. Your guide will direct you to works that reference the world of the Bible, and will share the stories behind the masterpieces.

A byword for style since the early days of the United States, 5th Avenue is an iconic address. Learn how Central Park's creation shaped it and how Gilded Age titans hired world-class architects to transform it on this fascinating private walking tour. You'll leave with a handle on architectural styles and high society gossip, and see the site of mansions owned by the likes of Andrew Carnegie and Mrs Astor.

Since the early days of the United States, 5th Avenue has been a desired address. However, since the creation of Central Park, 5th Avenue became the elite address where the rich and famous hired the greatest architects to compete over who could outdo their peers. We are left with a 100+ years of art, gossip, and hilarity. These families laid the groundwork of the American Jewish community. We'll start by the Plaza Hotel at the southeastern corner of Central Park and walk up 5th Avenue with stops along the main drag, in the park, and along side streets. We'll finish at the Jewish Museum (formerly the Warburg Mansion) at 92nd Street and 5th Avenue.

With more than 2 million artworks spanning 5,000 years, the Metropolitan Museum of Art can be overwhelming. Make the most of your time with skip-the-line entry and a guided tour with a small group, and gain a deeper appreciation on key pieces in the vast collection with an expert guide to provide insightful commentary and background.

Experience your New York vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone. It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city. Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding. Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place. Listen to the audio guide online, or offline. The audio content is professionally created by a group of top authors and interpreted by TV and radio professionals. The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties

We'll explain not only the characters and the history but how the Dutch attitudes influenced the founding of America. You'll learn who some of the people who were the matriarchs and patriarchs of Nieuw Amsterdam Society were, where they worshipped, what they did for a living and who is the famous 1940's movie star that was descendant from them! You'll see the ruins of The Lovelace Tavern, a place often used as a meeting spot for the leaders of the town. You'll learn how Nieuw Amsterdam was the trading center for products that were shipped to Europe and how the Tobacco craze led to the ultimate downfall of the Dutch. We'll learn about the Roosevelt family and how their influence extended back to the days of the Dutch!

42nd Street is one of the most popular and frequently visited street in Manhattan. It's the home to site such as Broadway and Off-Broadways Theaters, Grand Central Station, the New York Public Library, Bryant Park and the Chrysler Building to name a few. But did you know, that there used to be building such as the Crystal Palace, the Latting Observatory, the Astor Hotel, the Opera House, and a Croton Reservoir on or around 42nd Street? Come take a stroll down this ever-changing street and learn its past and present history.