Top Activities on the Ground in New York - page 2

Get to know Central Park, the most visited urban park in the United States, on a private pedicab tour. Take a leisurely ride around this iconic New York City landmark, exploring its many bridges, fountains and statues while learning about its history and design from the experienced driver/guide. See the spots featured in more than 300 different films since 1908 and discover interesting details and anecdotes about the park.

Artists have always called New York City’s Greenwich Village home. Learn about the artists of this area from past and present during this Greenwich Village walking tour. Perfect for new and seasoned visitors to NYC, hear little-known facts about Edgar Allan Poe, Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, and countless others, that you wouldn’t hear if exploring independently. Walk the winding streets and visit Washington Square Park, reliving more than 200 years of history.

Discover the people, cultures, and arts of Greenwich Village on a walking tour that takes you through 400 years of New York City's history. Led by a native New Yorker, wend your way slowly through the winding village streets, and discover the hangouts of artists, writers, and gangsters throughout Greenwich Village. Your guide may customize the tour based on your interests.

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.

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).

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.

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!

Tuck into the flavors and traditions of two of New York's top foodie neighborhoods on this Chinatown and Little Italy food tour. While exploring these neighborhoods can be overwhelming on your own, traveling with a guide enables you to focus on the food rather than worrying about getting lost. Plus, the guide takes you to off-the-beaten-path establishments where you can sample gourmet food samples at local eateries.

Central Park is one of New York’s most popular attractions—and this speedy e-bike tour provides the chance to see it all. Pick between multiple convenient, daily tour times, and meet your guide at Central Park’s southern edge. Grab your e-bike and helmet, and set off. Thanks to your bike’s electric boost, you can see more of the park in less time—all without breaking a sweat. You can discover the Bethesda Fountain, see the Strawberry Fields tribute to John Lennon, ride the park’s many trails, and more.

Combine a Hell’s Kitchen food tour with a walk through Central Park during this NYC tour, and fit more sightseeing into one day. Start by sampling food including Middle Eastern, Latin, and Cajun dishes in Hell’s Kitchen, and then discover the secrets of Central Park. Visit lesser-known sections of the sprawling green space unknown to most tourists, and hear fun facts from your guide.

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.

Experience some of the hidden gems of Hell's Kitchen you’d miss if exploring on your own during this walking food tour of the neighborhood. Listen to your guide's historic and cultural commentary on the famous neighborhood while strolling its streets with just a small group for company. As you go, you can look forward to tasting everything from Japanese barbecue to Indian tacos and beyond.

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.

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.

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 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.

Rent a bike and cruise along shady paths, picturesque lakes, and quiet lanes in New York's Central Park. Take in the highlights of the sprawling park on two wheels, and enjoy the full flexibility to ride where you want for as long as you want. Get tips on the best places to visit inside the park, or follow city streets to nearby museums and Times Square.

Discover one of Manhattan's most famous landmarks with a small-group bike tour of Central Park. Meet your guide and get fitted for a bike before setting off into the park. Cycle along paved paths to see popular attractions including Bethesda Fountain, the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, and the John Lennon Memorial at Strawberry Fields. Combine exercise and sightseeing with this informative tour.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.