NYC Private Custom Tour by a Local Guide, off-the-beaten-path
Overview
We can’t think of a better way to really get familiar with NY than with a Local by your side! Focusing on a neighbourhood of your choice, discover loved by locals places and get an insight into what life is like for New Yorkers. You’ll see the most famous attractions in the area, but we’ll show you a few hidden gems on the way too! Your route will be fully personalised to what you want to see, and of course include a few spots to stop and refuel with a coffee, a craft beer or some street food.
Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.
Your meeting place and time as well as your itinerary are flexible, so you can plan and experience with your host to meet your needs.
What's Included
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
- Private and personalised experience
- Choose from 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours - Pick your preferred duration when you book
- Pick-up from your accommodation (within a reasonable distance)
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
6th Avenue
New York, NY 10019, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Central Park (Pass By)
Rockefeller Center (Pass By)
Madison Square Park (Pass By)
Lower Manhattan (Pass By)
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- When booking, please provide the following:
- Your accommodation name and address
- Your preferred meeting time
- Any special requests you may have
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC Private Custom Tour by a Local Guide, off-the-beaten-path?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options).
- Private and personalised experience.
- Choose from 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours - Pick your preferred duration when you book.
- Pick-up from your accommodation (within a reasonable distance).
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location).
- Food and drinks.
- Tickets to any attractions.
- Transportation costs.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the NYC Private Custom Tour by a Local Guide, off-the-beaten-path is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for NYC Private Custom Tour by a Local Guide, off-the-beaten-path will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
- Private and personalised experience
- Choose from 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours - Pick your preferred duration when you book
- Pick-up from your accommodation (within a reasonable distance)
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- When booking, please provide the following:
- your accommodation name and address
- your preferred meeting time
- any special requests you may have
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