Top New York Cultural Tours - page 2

Absorb New York City’s food culture on a walking tour of Greenwich Village. Skip hours of research and trust your guide as you head to the area’s top-rated eateries to sample a variety of New York specialities, from pizza to artisanal cupcakes. Along the way, your guide points out hidden landmarks often missed by visitors and locals alike, leaving you with inside knowledge about the neighborhood.

Visit three of New York City’s most important locations on a 5-hour group tour. Set a leisurely pace, the tour is designed to give you an immersive experience. Ask questions and pause for photos whenever you like. Begin in Battery Park, then join your guide on the ferry to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, where you enjoy complimentary admission. Conclude with a stop at the National 9/11 Memorial.

Discover the Statue of Liberty from the water’s edge—and enjoy a comfortable alternative to crowded ferry transit—when you book this yacht tour of New York Harbor. Perfect for time-pressed travelers, this tour via well-appointed yacht departs multiple times daily from Pier 36. Once you hop aboard, pick from indoor and outdoor viewing areas, listen to live narration, and get within just 100 feet (30 meters) of Lady Liberty.

Wall Street’s eight blocks are full of stories of the past and present, but other similar walking tours don’t offer an exclusive look into the area’s history with someone who worked on Wall Street. This tour is led by Wall Street insiders, and takes you to see top attractions such as the New York Stock Exchange and Goldman Sachs. Plus, you’ll get the scoop about the lifestyle of a Wall Street trader.

Avoid the mobs of people sightseeing on land, and opt for this Manhattan architecture yacht cruise instead. From the teak deck of the boat, learn about New York City's architectural landmarks as you circumnavigate the island and listen to the 'Around Manhattan' narration provided by members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). One beer or glass of wine is provided, as well as soda.

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.

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.

Explore four of New York City’s boroughs with this all-day guided bus tour. Ride around comfortably and learn about Harlem’s African-American history at the Apollo Theater, see the graffiti murals and colorful street art in the Bronx and Brooklyn, immerse yourself in downtown Flushing’s Chinatown, and experience the culture and traditions of Brooklyn’s Hasidic Jewish community.

Get a personal introduction to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island on a private, half-day tour, and explore two of New York City’s most iconic sites at your own pace. Hear inspiring stories about the design and construction of the Statue of Liberty as you explore. Learn about the immigrants that came to Ellis Island from around the world in the fascinating Ellis Island Museum. This fully customizable private tour is a perfect fit for families and groups with limited mobility.

Visit Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty on this two-in-one excursion, which includes ferry rides, museum and statue entrance, and a guide. Ideal for history buffs, this tour provides insider details and historic stories about these key New York Harbor landmarks, which you wouldn’t encounter if exploring on your own.

On this fun small-group (or private) tour, where You’ll sample some of the best snacks and learn a lot about the history of the Lower East Side. Learn about the history of the neighborhood from your local guide. From Poles to Jews to Italians, many different immigrants have called the Lower East Side home and they’ve all left their mark. Also learn about the erstwhile African burial ground, where Africans, both enslaved and free, were put to rest through most of the 18th century. Finally, step into chaotic Chinatown, where steamed pork buns and succulent soup dumplings compete for your taste buds. The tour finishes back on the Lower East Side, where you can continue exploring on your own. It’s advisable to wear or bring clothing that is weather-appropriate depending on the season, as you’ll be outside for at least 3 hours.

Millions of travelers pass through Grand Central Terminal, but most never discover the secrets of this Manhattan showpiece. This tour lifts the lid: spotlighting the origins and evolution of the beaux arts train station from its heyday to disrepair and restoration. Spot detail and design quirks; and hear stories of its past that will give you a deeper understanding of the building than you could get alone.

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.

Fans of TV’s Gossip Girl can relive their favorite moments during this entertaining visit to the New York hotspots and frequent filming locations featured on the hit show. Follow your guide (an NYC actor) to more than 30 filming locations, many of which you would not discover on your own. Along the way, watch clips of show highlights and hear little-known facts about the cast and crew.

Explore two historic New York neighborhoods while sampling some of the city’s best culinary offerings on this food tour of Chinatown and Little Italy. Led by a historian guide, learn all about the development of the neighborhoods and hear stories about the people who lived there. The tour focuses on family-owned businesses for an authentic local experience.

Explore the Metropolitan Museum on a 2-hour tour with a guide who puts a tongue-in-cheek spin on this celebrated destination in New York City. You'll hear vital facts and humorous commentary about both famous masterpieces and more unusual works in the museum’s collection, including pieces that are often overlooked, and get an entertaining look at one of the Big Apple's premier museums.

Get off the well-trodden tourist trail and venture beyond Manhattan to discover a different side to New York City. Travel to the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn, stopping to explore at locations along the way. Wander Flushing Meadows Corona Park, take pictures of the Manhattan skyline from the waterside Hunter's Point South Park, and pass by the Yankee Stadium and hip Williamsburg.

Scandals! Murder! Romance Architecture! Come step inside some of the few remaining Gilded Age mansions of Fifth Avenue and learn about the people who lived in and designed these masterpieces. If you're a fan of the HBO show The Gilded Age, you'll love this tour. During the Gilded Age New York City became home to the greatest concentration of wealth in human history. As America's new millionaires competed with each other to see who could have the most ornate mansion alongside the newly created Central Park they spent vast sums of money to hire architects inspired by European palaces to build structures the likes of which had never been seen in America. These men and women were as fascinating and complex as the homes they inhabited and we'll hear stories of power, greed, love and generosity from a time when America was quickly becoming one of the richest and most powerful countries in the world.

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.

Though countless tours can take you around New York City, few design an experience just for you. Get a more personal experience with this private tour, and discover the city from an insider's perspective. Visit landmarks like the Empire State Building and Coney Island—or do something different, since this tour is tailored to your schedule and interests. And with two different tour durations, you have the ultimate flexibility.

Brooklyn is famous for its bold and bright street art, but it’s not easy to know where to find these creative works. With this walking tour of the Bushwick neighborhood, take in the diversity and culture of the neighborhood’s urban street artists. Check out massive murals and intricate designs as you take to the streets to learn how Brooklyn’s best can turn anything with a surface into a stunning work of public art.

NEW: For a special treat, book my new Sunset tour offered at 6 pm on Saturday, and watch the sun set and Manhattan skyline come alive. All tours are delivered in English, and by the proprietor Scott. Enjoy a 3-hour, 3-mile stroll with a 30-year resident of Brooklyn. I'll lead you to the most picturesque photo ops and find corners that only a local would know. Learn about the history of the people, eras, and technology that defined Brooklyn's rise. We'll pass by the homes of some very famous stars of TV and film, as well as through shoot locations you will almost certainly recognize from popular TV and films. You'll end up in NYC's hottest neighborhood, Dumbo, home of NYC's best pizza. Make time for lunch and, during warm-weather weekends, to browse Brooklyn Flea for a bespoke, vintage souvenir. This is a walking version of my popular, five-star rated bike tour, also listed on Viator.

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.