Top New York Walking Tours

Skip the standard group tour and the most out of your trip to New York City with this private, customized itinerary that takes you to the places you request with a dedicated guide based on your interests. From a stroll in Central Park to a visit to the Statue of Liberty, you choose your stops. Plus, your guide knows the ins and outs of the city to make your experience stress-free.

Taste your way around Beacon in New York's Hudson Valley on this food walking tour. An in-the-know guide whisks you around the East Side of Main Street to different dining destinations. Enjoy tastings at eateries, creative shops, and urban spaces and interact with local artisans and chefs. In between tastings, get the inside scoop on Beacon’s food scene and learn about the city's unique culture.

Delve deeper into the food and multicultural history of Manhattan’s Lower East Side than you could alone on this small-group walking tour. Rather than guessing at eateries and foods to try, let a guide showcase local hotspots and specialties; and chart their European, Jewish, and other cultural roots. Taste snacks such as “knish” doughballs, “bialy” filled rolls, and more; and learn stories of 19th-century immigrant life that many travelers miss.

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.

Travelers that want to do more in New York City can enjoy two activities in one with this flexible combo tour, including a Central Park guided stroll and a visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Discover the charms of Central Park, learn about key historical figures, and enjoy breaks at the designated points. You’ll also be able to use your Met admission ticket before or after your tour.

With a typical Lower Manhattan walking tour, you're stuck with your group, listening to just one guide as you explore. But to actually delve into New York's storied past, don't miss this three-part walking tour with the help of actor-guides. Enjoy actors portraying historical figures at three spots—across from Trinity Church, at Pier 15, and at the 9/11 Memorial. Best of all, you can hop off the tour and rejoin later, to make the most of your time.

This walking tour through Brooklyn's trendy Williamsburg neighborhood offers a brief look at Brooklyn history and its influence on contemporary culture, with an insider guide leading the way. Meet-up just steps from the subway, and begin your adventure uncovering trends and traditions—from the urban street art scene to hip local businesses. Venture past historical buildings, chic boutiques, and neighborhood cafés reflecting the area's laid-back vibe. Then be sure to capture the iconic Manhattan skyline from the scenic Brooklyn waterfront.

Enjoy legendary Christmas lighting displays in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. Witness incredible homes and decorations!

Arts enthusiasts that want to understand New York's art world shouldn't miss the chance to delve into the city's vibrant street art culture, with a guide to help uncover this underground scene. Discover the often hard to access world of street art on this half-day private walking tour. See some of the best street art in the city, from underground graffiti to street art collectives, with a personal guide to lead the way.

Take a private 2-hour walking tour of Williamsburg with a local guide who shares the highlights of the popular district. You might visit favorite spots like East River State Park, Bedford Avenue, or Mast Brothers chocolate factory; check out a vibrant weekend flea market; or stop to purchase snacks at gourmet eateries. Get the inside scoop from your guide on the best places for food, entertainment, shopping, and music, all while learning about the history and culture of Williamsburg.

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 York City has been a street art destination for close to 50 years. On a private walking tour through downtown neighborhoods, your guide points out hidden murals that visitors often miss. Along the way, learn about the evolution of Lower Manhattan, from the influx of immigrants to how it became the city’s first artist colony. Booking a private tour ensures a tailored experience and your guide’s full attention.

Swap crowded, impersonal group tours for a more intimate experience of New York's Central Park. This private tour, exclusively for your party, takes you away from the noise and rush of Manhattan and into the park's most serene and picturesque spots.

Get up close and personal with the Brooklyn Bridge, and visit two of Brooklyn’s most distinctive neighborhoods, on this private tour. Meet your guide at a time that’s convenient for you, and pick an itinerary that works best for your schedule. You’ll set off in Lower Manhattan, will cross the 1.1-mile (1.8-kilometer) Brooklyn Bridge, and will learn all about its wealth of history as you go. Once in Brooklyn, explore DUMBO—a formerly industrial area that’s now one of the borough’s trendiest neighborhoods—and historical Brooklyn Heights.

Avoid the stress of navigating New York’s crowded streets on your own on a walking tour through Midtown Manhattan. While the itinerary typically includes Grand Central, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Times Square, and Bryant Park, the private tour allows you to customize the the day to your own interests. Leave knowing the secrets of New York's postcard-worthy landmarks and an inside perspective on the city.

See downtown Manhattan with ease and efficiency on a private walking tour that hits the area’s top landmarks, including Battery Park, Wall Street, Alexander Hamilton’s gravesite, and the 9/11 Memorial. The private tour ensures the full and undivided attention of your guide, whose presence allows you to absorb the sights without the stress of navigating on your own.

Explore the landmarks you’ve seen in the movies on a half-day tour of Midtown Manhattan, New York City's most iconic neighborhood. This crowded, fast-paced district can be intimidating to explore on your own, so a New Yorker guide shows you the ins and outs of places like Grand Central Terminal, Times Square, and Hudson Yards.

Alexander Hamilton and George Washington were two of the most important figures in US history, and much of their lives were spent in New York City. With this walking tour, explore historic locations in lower Manhattan tied to these two great men and the birth of the United States. Gain insight into the first reading of the Declaration of Independence, ratification of the Constitution, Washington's inauguration, and more from your guide.

New York City's Central Park is full of hidden gems and hard-to-find spaces. On this walking tour, your city-licensed guide uncovers the park’s remote highlights above 100th Street, including the Loch, waterfalls, arches, and man-made mountains. Walk to the northern reaches of the park, hear about its storied history dating back to the Revolutionary War, and discover secrets that even locals are likely to miss.

Enjoy this private tour with your own official tour guide and explore the vibrant city of New York. Get ready to explore the most emblematic and nicest spots in this wonderful city. The tour will start at the Bowling Green or hotel centrally located (walking distance) in New York and take you on this private tour, with your own guide to Wall Street, The 9/11 Memorial and many more fantastic sites of NYC. Explore one of the most famous streets in the world, long associated with finance, and learn its evolution over the last few centuries. Walk through Downtown Manhatann and explore over 400 years of New York history. Finally, pay triubute to all the victims of the 9/11 when you visit Ground Zero and its moving Memorial Museum. The tour has a duration of 4 hours from the moment of pick-up and drop off. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Enjoy this private tour with your own official tour guide and explore this iconic museum in the hearth of the vibrant city of New York. Get ready to explore the collection that has grown over eight decades and enjoy the premier work of arts in this amazing museum. Get ready to experience all the collections that this museum offers, from Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern, and contemporary art to special exhibitions throughout the year. Get caught by the abstract paintings or learn with the thematic exhibitions, in this spiraling designed architectural landmark. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Enjoy this private 2-hour tour with your own official tour guide and explore this iconic museum in the hearth of the vibrant city of New York. Get ready to explore the most emblematic and historical art pieces in this amazing museum. At “The Met” you will experience the art of more than two million works, divided among seventeen departments. This arts center is the largest museum in the United States and offers art for everyone, from Ancient Egypt pieces to American and modern art, going through Islamic art, musical instruments, weapons, costumes and many more collections that make this place unique. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

Learn all about New York’s glittering Times Square—and discover its popular highlights, as well as its hidden corners—on this comprehensive walking tour. Meet your guide at Columbus Circle, and set off on foot. You’ll discover Times Square’s neon lights and major monuments, and will also venture to locals-frequented eateries, nearby cultural attractions, and area landmarks like Bryant Park and Carnegie Hall. As you go, discover parts of the area that most visitors overlook.

The High Line, Chelsea Market, and Meatpacking District are three of New York’s hippest and foodie-focused spots; but exploring them is best with a guide for navigation and insider tips. This small-group tour takes you straight to their best spots and offerings. Roam the elevated High Line park, savor artisanal specialities at Chelsea Market, and discover the architecture and food haunts of the Meatpacking District, once home to NYC’s slaughterhouses.