Top New York Private Sightseeing Tours

Hop aboard a pedicab—a bicycle-powered cab—for a private ride around New York City's Central Park. Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide and the chance to customize your itinerary to include four stops of your choosing among more than 20 local attractions. Riding in a pedicab will get you around the 843-acre (341-hectare) park much more efficiently than you ever could on foot.

Don’t settle for seeing Central Park through the window of a non-stop tour bus. Instead, make the most of good weather and enjoy a tour of the park in one of New York City’s iconic horse-drawn carriages. Hear about the history of Central Park and the Big Apple from your driver and take advantage of photo stops at park highlights made famous in so many movies, books and television shows.

One of New York City’s most celebrated sights, Central Park is a vast green space plum in the heart of Manhattan. With this private pedicab tour, see more of this leafy oasis than possible on foot in the same time, and hear stories of highlights such as Bethesda Fountain and the Strawberry Fields John Lennon memorial from a guide—insight you might miss if you were going it alone.

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.

Enjoy the classic New York City experience of a horse-drawn carriage ride on this private tour of Central Park. You’ll travel through the park like a Gilded Age aristocrat as your guide leads you to landmarks including the Central Park Carousel and the Plaza Hotel, providing informative commentary if you wish. This is a perfect romantic outing for couples, or a fun activity for families.

See New York City from the water's edge—and enjoy views many other visitors miss—on this private daytime boat tour. On this sightseeing excursion, you can look forward to seeing the Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center, Statue of Liberty, and more. Don't forget your camera, and learn more about the city from your captain's commentary. Your tour departs from a convenient location in lower Manhattan.

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.

Discover New York City your way—and enjoy a comfortable and convenient way to see the city—on this private sightseeing tour. Pick between half- or full-day options; meet your guide directly at your hotel; and climb aboard your spacious, air-conditioned vehicle. You have complete control over the itinerary, and can choose to see highlights from Wall Street and Yankee Stadium to the Brooklyn Bridge and beyond.

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.

Discover famous monuments and attractions in New York’s Central Park on this intimate horse-drawn carriage ride. See sights including Sheep Meadow, Tavern on the Green, Cherry Hill Square, Strawberry Fields, the Carousel, and the Bethesda Fountain. You also have the option to listen to a narrative about the park’s history.

Learn about Central Park, and discover it’s top attractions and hidden gems, with this app-led, self-guided audio tour. Start and complete the tour whenever it suits you, and explore at your own pace. Enjoy a seamless touring experience, with offline capability and stories that play automatically via your phone’s GPS. Includes a full itinerary, tips, photos, and videos.

Skip the hassle of getting around in New York City with a local guide and a private SUV. This tour of Lower Manhattan shows you the best of the borough, including historic Greenwich Village, SoHo, TriBeCa, Chinatown, and Little Italy, among other neighborhoods and sites. Learn about the history of each place and hop out to take photos as often as you like. Upgrade to a half-day tour to explore Upper and Mid-Manhattan too.

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.

See New York City during its glittering, festive best—and enjoy a romantic way to explore—on a private, 45-minute horse-and-carriage ride. Meet your driver in Midtown Manhattan for a prompt departure at your predetermined time, and set off after dark to make the most of the twinkling lights. You’ll see many Central Park highlights before heading down Fifth Avenue to admire the holiday window displays, glimpse the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, and more.

Live the life of a New York City VIP during this private, full-day, trip to the Hamptons, the seaside retreat of the city’s rich and famous. Travel by private chauffeured minivan to this exclusive area to spend the day exploring its sprawling mansions, shopping in the quaint shops of Southampton, visiting a local vineyard and admiring the fishing boats of Montauk.

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.

"Sex and the City" is one of New York City's most iconic TV shows and this private tour lets you follow in the footsteps of your favorite characters. Visit memorable locations from the TV show and movies; stop by the bars where Charlotte, Carrie, Miranda, and Samantha sipped on cosmos and gossiped about guys; see where they bought cupcakes and sex toys; and visit shops seen on-screen.

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.

Admire some of the most spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor, and Statue of Liberty when you book this cruise. Make your own way to Pier 36, hop aboard your vessel, and take to the water; you can also choose a sunset departure time for added drama. During your excursion, you’ll glide past Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges—and will enjoy marvelous views of the skyline.

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.

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.

Experience New York lit up after dark during this evening tour of the city by bus. Hop on a bus (upgrade for a glass-topped luxury bus) for a ride past illuminated landmarks like Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and the neighborhoods of SoHo and Chinatown, and disembark at the High Line for an atmospheric stroll. You can also upgrade to include tickets to the Top of the Rock observation deck.

Experience New York City in serious style by seeing it inside of a Muscle car. Hop in the convertible 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T and let your guide regale you with interesting tales and facts about New York City as you cruise past some of the legendary landmarks and sites of the city.