Looking for things to do in New York City at Christmas time? Check out reviews and photos of our top picks for fun things to do.
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Fun Christmas Activities in New York City (Updated 2026)
New York City, USA
4.3 (17)
NYC Holiday Lights Tour
Experience the magic of Manhattan's famous winter and holiday attractions! Led by a local New Yorker and licensed tour guide, you'll discover the city's top...
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$89
$89
Experience a beautiful New York City sunset and the illuminated cityscape during a comfortable and unique NYC Harbor sunset cruise along the Hudson River. Take...
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (8)
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$113.23
$113.23
Your journey begins at St. Patrick’s Cathedral where your guide shares stories about its rich history as you admire its beautiful exterior. From there, make...
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$119
$119
Experience beautiful New York City at night and enjoy the cityscape on this night boat cruise. Take in the sites in a glassed-in observatory aboard...
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$113.23
$113.23
Celebrate the holiday season with a private Holiday Lights and Movie Sites Tour of NYC. Drive past festive spots like Macy’s holiday displays and Fifth...
150 to 180 minutes
150 to 180 minutes
150 to 180 minutes
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$78
$78
Happy Holidays! Come sail into the spirit of the season aboard Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II or for a leisurely weekend holiday brunch. Step aboard a warm,...
2 hours 45 minutes
2 hours 45 minutes
2 hours 45 minutes
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$108.12
$108.12
Treat yourself to a magical experience with our “Christmas Special” group tour in New York! Start with Dumbo, where the breathtaking view of the skyline...
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$69
$69
A classic horse-drawn carriage ride in a festive holiday setting Beautiful views of the iconic Christmas tree and surrounding decorations The perfect way to celebrate...
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
45 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$390
$390
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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
New York is one of the few cities in the world that offers emotions at any time of the year you decide to visit it...
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$69
$69
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Christmas Lights Tour
The most anticipated Tour of the year! Complete your great New Year's Eve experience in New York with the Christmas lights tour where we will...
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Free Cancellation
3.8 (22)
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$74
$74
This is the best Holiday tour that allows you to see every major Christmas attraction in NYC. Wether it's Macys, the Winter Village, Rockefeller Center...
2 hours 20 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 20 minutes • Free Cancellation
2 hours 20 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$38
$38
Enjoy the comfort of your own private vehicle, with pick-up and drop-off at any location of your choosing in New York City. Stay warm if...
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$399
$399
Most holiday tours sparkle with lights and nostalgia, but this one looks at the shadows behind them. The Dark Christmas Tour uncovers the city’s forgotten...
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$40
$40
Dyker Heights lights during the holidays. Brooklyn becomes the North Pool 1000’s of lights and decorations on the homes and doorsteps. Your tour guide will...
3 hours 30 minutes
3 hours 30 minutes
3 hours 30 minutes
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$79.99
$79.99
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS TOUR OPERATES ONLY DURING THE MONTH OF DECEMBER. Soak up the sights, lights, decorations, store windows and old-fashioned holiday markets on...
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$1,399
$1,399
Combine the magic of New York City’s holiday lights with a personal touch on this tour. You’ll glide through iconic NYC landmarks in a cozy...
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$150
$150
This private walking tour reveals New York’s Christmas traditions through iconic landmarks. Begin at the historic Public Library where heritage meets seasonal decoration. What makes...
2 hours
2 hours
2 hours
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$559
$559
New York City during the holidays is nothing short of magical—and there’s no better way to experience it than on this festive guided walking tour...
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$80
$80
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Elf Movie Locations Tour
Get ready to experience New York City through the eyes of an elf. Climb into our holiday-themed pedicab for a festive adventure packed with film...
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
1 hour 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$500
$500
This is an exclusive, private tour of NYC. Full immersion in The Christmas Spirit, specific to Manhattan. All chocolates personally sourced from excuisite boutique Chocolatiers...
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$693.34
$693.34
