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Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors

Discover the exact moment your family member arrived in New York. Step into your family member’s story at Ellis Island. This immersive experience focuses on …More

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Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors

Discover the exact moment your family member arrived in New York. Step into your family member’s story at Ellis Island. This immersive experience focuses on...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$599
Private Lower East Side, Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culinary traditions of the Lower East Side. Explore authentic flavors from Chinatown, Little Italy, and more, celebrating New …More

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Private Lower East Side, Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culinary traditions of the Lower East Side. Explore authentic flavors from Chinatown, Little Italy, and more, celebrating New...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$106
9/11 Memorial and Museum Official 1-Hour Tour with Admission

Experience the profound legacy of September 11, 2001, on an immersive, expert-led tour of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. This tour is designed for visitors …More

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9/11 Memorial and Museum Official 1-Hour Tour with Admission

Experience the profound legacy of September 11, 2001, on an immersive, expert-led tour of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. This tour is designed for visitors...

1 hour • Free Cancellation
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$60
The Hidden History of Greenwich Village Tour

Join a tour guide hand-picked by The Bowery Boys New York City history podcast to explore Greenwich Village. Join us as we go back and …More

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The Hidden History of Greenwich Village Tour

Join a tour guide hand-picked by The Bowery Boys New York City history podcast to explore Greenwich Village. Join us as we go back and...

2 hours 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$50
Little Italy, Greenwich Village, Soho & Chinatown: Private Tour

Welcome to New York City and Manhattan - the core of the Big Apple! Made up of several cool and quirky neighbourhoods, full of iconic …More

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Little Italy, Greenwich Village, Soho & Chinatown: Private Tour

Welcome to New York City and Manhattan - the core of the Big Apple! Made up of several cool and quirky neighbourhoods, full of iconic...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
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$35
Private New York City Half Day Guided Tour - The Magic of Midtown Manhattan

Make the most of your time on a first-class personalized private guided tour through the heart of New York City, Midtown Manhattan. Your expert local …More

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Private New York City Half Day Guided Tour - The Magic of Midtown Manhattan

Make the most of your time on a first-class personalized private guided tour through the heart of New York City, Midtown Manhattan. Your expert local...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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Art Deco and Architecture Tour in New York City with Expert Guide

Midtown Manhattan is home to many iconic New York landmarks, and during this masterpiece-packed walking tour, you can look forward to discovering most of them …More

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Art Deco and Architecture Tour in New York City with Expert Guide

Midtown Manhattan is home to many iconic New York landmarks, and during this masterpiece-packed walking tour, you can look forward to discovering most of them...

2 hours 15 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Grand Central Terminal - Private Guided Tour

Explore one of the most important landmarks in New York, on a private guided tour. This indoor tour makes a great experience in any season …More

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Grand Central Terminal - Private Guided Tour

Explore one of the most important landmarks in New York, on a private guided tour. This indoor tour makes a great experience in any season...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Murals and Mosaics of Spanish Harlem: Amazing Street Art

The street art of Spanish Harlem (AKA East Harlem or El Barrio) tells us so much about the history, culture, & politics of this under-appreciated …More

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Murals and Mosaics of Spanish Harlem: Amazing Street Art

The street art of Spanish Harlem (AKA East Harlem or El Barrio) tells us so much about the history, culture, & politics of this under-appreciated...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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Italian Food and Culture Tour in New York City with Local Expert

Most visitors to Greenwich Village never get past its contemporary vibe. Visit local haunts and historic sites, follow the footsteps of the Village’s most famous …More

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Italian Food and Culture Tour in New York City with Local Expert

Most visitors to Greenwich Village never get past its contemporary vibe. Visit local haunts and historic sites, follow the footsteps of the Village’s most famous...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$167
New York City Philadelphia and Amish Community Tour 1 Day

Excursion to Philadelphia, one of the most historic cities in the United States, located in the state of Pennsylvania, it is one of the nerve …More

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New York City Philadelphia and Amish Community Tour 1 Day

Excursion to Philadelphia, one of the most historic cities in the United States, located in the state of Pennsylvania, it is one of the nerve...

12 hours • Free Cancellation
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$110
New York City Tour in German

The most famous and populous city in the United States is the linchpin of global business, culture, art and fashion, making the Big Apple a …More

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New York City Tour in German

The most famous and populous city in the United States is the linchpin of global business, culture, art and fashion, making the Big Apple a...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$75
The Best of Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO

Explore two of NYC’s most beautiful neighborhoods on a lively stroll through Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, combining spectacular views, remarkable architecture, hidden gems, and fascinating …More

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The Best of Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO

Explore two of NYC’s most beautiful neighborhoods on a lively stroll through Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, combining spectacular views, remarkable architecture, hidden gems, and fascinating...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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East Village Food and History Walking Tour

The East Village has always been New York’s rebel neighborhood, loud, creative, and unapologetically itself. This food and history tour lets you experience it like …More

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East Village Food and History Walking Tour

The East Village has always been New York’s rebel neighborhood, loud, creative, and unapologetically itself. This food and history tour lets you experience it like...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$129
Hassidic Williamsburg: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Brooklyn

On this self-guided walking tour of Brooklyn's Williamsburg, you’ll hear about the thriving Hasidic Jewish community that rebuilt itself from the ashes of the Holocaust. …More

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Hassidic Williamsburg: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Brooklyn

On this self-guided walking tour of Brooklyn's Williamsburg, you’ll hear about the thriving Hasidic Jewish community that rebuilt itself from the ashes of the Holocaust....

90 to 120 minutes • Free Cancellation
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NYC: Strange & Sensational Stories Midtown Walking Tour

Discover a side of Midtown Manhattan you've never heard before on this engaging walking tour filled with sensational stories strange true tales once splashed across …More

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NYC: Strange & Sensational Stories Midtown Walking Tour

Discover a side of Midtown Manhattan you've never heard before on this engaging walking tour filled with sensational stories strange true tales once splashed across...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$40
Brooklyn Park Slope Walking Tour

Discover the charm of Park Slope, one of Brooklyn's most historic neighborhoods, where stunning mansions echo the Gilded Age. This tour showcases the elegant homes, …More

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Brooklyn Park Slope Walking Tour

Discover the charm of Park Slope, one of Brooklyn's most historic neighborhoods, where stunning mansions echo the Gilded Age. This tour showcases the elegant homes,...

2 hours • Free Cancellation
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$40
Private Walking Tour: Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO

From a city of 30, 000 people at the time of the Revolution, New York City's population mushroomed to over a million eighty years later. …More

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Private Walking Tour: Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO

From a city of 30, 000 people at the time of the Revolution, New York City's population mushroomed to over a million eighty years later....

2 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$479
Private Highlights Tour of New York by Foot and Subway (Half Day)

A vibrant private guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on an adventure through the highlights of New York in half …More

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Private Highlights Tour of New York by Foot and Subway (Half Day)

A vibrant private guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you on an adventure through the highlights of New York in half...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$845
See 30 Top New York Sights (Walking Tour) & Visit Central Park Zoo.

30+ New York Sights in one tour! Fun local guide! Visit Central Park Zoo after or before the walking tour. I will guide you on …More

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See 30 Top New York Sights (Walking Tour) & Visit Central Park Zoo.

30+ New York Sights in one tour! Fun local guide! Visit Central Park Zoo after or before the walking tour. I will guide you on...

6 hours
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$83

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Definitely a tour worth taking!
New York City
The Hidden History of Greenwich Village Tour
PollyDC, Sep 2026
Definitely a tour worth taking!
Definitely a tour worth taking In one of NYC’s most fascinating neighborhoods! Had a great time with Krikor! He is very knowledgeable, clearly loves NYC history and culture, and brings a spirit of fun to the tour.
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Spanish Harlem with Leigh
New York City
Murals and Mosaics of Spanish Harlem: Amazing Street Art
Y4208AIlynnb, Sep 2026
Spanish Harlem with Leigh
Leigh was great guide so knowledgeable about the murals & mosaics but also the culture & neighborhood. She made the beautiful tour in Spanish Harlem come alive. We’ll definitely take another walking tour with Leigh!
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Go experience this
New York City
9/11 Memorial and Museum Official 1-Hour Tour with Admission
James_D, Sep 2026
Go experience this
Very informative our guide took time to answer all questions and his knowledge of the events was great . Thanks Chris
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A Meaningful and Important Stop in NYC
New York City
9/11 Memorial and Museum Official 1-Hour Tour with Admission
plushiesandpostcards, Sep 2026
A Meaningful and Important Stop in NYC
The 9/11 Memorial is a deeply moving place to visit. The reflecting pools create a quiet and somber space in the middle of the city. Reading the names etched into the bronze panels was emotional and humbling, and a powerful reminder of the lives lost and the impact of that day.
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Private Ellis Island Tour
New York City
Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors
Luxgurl75, Aug 2026
Private Ellis Island Tour
We had an absolutely wonderful experience with our Ellis Island tour! From start to finish, the team was extremely responsive, organized, and communicative. They had everyone lined up and ready to go, and all of the little touches made the experience feel very special.Our tour guide was fantastic—so knowledgeable, engaging, and wonderful with the kids. He made the history come alive and kept everyone interested throughout the tour.But the absolute best part was that they found my grandmother! That made the entire experience incredibly meaningful and something our family will never forget.We also loved the thoughtful folder and poster—it was such a nice way to preserve the memories and information from the day.Highly recommend this tour, especially for families. Wonderful communication, an excellent guide, and an unforgettable experience!
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Szlachta Family Tour
New York City
Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors
Rebecca_P, Jul 2026
Szlachta Family Tour
Earl and Vince made our visit to Eillis Island amazing. Sent us home with family history that I will treasure. Help locate family name on Walk on Honor. I left New York feeling like I inherited a new family member.
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Strange and Sensational Stories
New York City
NYC: Strange & Sensational Stories Midtown Walking Tour
W69YPzoef, Jul 2026
Strange and Sensational Stories
We loved Strange and Sensational Stories of NYC! What a great tour! Kat is an expert story teller. This was a great way to learn interesting, little known tales of things hidden in plain sight. We highly recommend this tour!
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Best Tour Ever
New York City
Private Highlights Tour of New York by Foot and Subway (Half Day)
Ashlee_F, Jun 2026
Best Tour Ever
Jose was an amazing tour guide!! He is so knowledgeable about all things New York. He was incredibly accommodating and made sure we saw everything we wanted to see and more. The tour was not only educational, but also so much fun. As a true New Yorker, he made us feel like locals.This was one of the best tours we’ve ever been on. Our group ranged in age from 9 to 45, and everyone absolutely loved it. From riding the subway and walking through the city to seeing some of New York’s best landmarks and breathtaking views, it was an unforgettable experience.
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Fantastic stories about Midtown
New York City
NYC: Strange & Sensational Stories Midtown Walking Tour
LCX862, May 2026
Fantastic stories about Midtown
I am a big NYC geek, and I loved this tour because I learned so much! Kat is a fantastic guide - she told great stories that I had somehow never heard and kept me rapt! I usually stay away from midtown due to the crowds, but this tour was worth all the people-dodging! I highly recommend this for anyone ranging from fresh to NYC to a grizzled New Yorker. Super fun.
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Stan the Man is the tour guide of choice
New York City
Art Deco and Architecture Tour in New York City with Expert Guide
Laura_H, Apr 2026
Stan the Man is the tour guide of choice
This expertly delivered, informative and personalized tour was a highlight of our NYC visit. Art Deco architecture is a world within a world, and we spent the morning enjoying visually jewels, large and small, showy and hidden, all around the city.
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Seth was great
New York City
Private Lower East Side, Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour
859mca, Dec 2025
Seth was great
Seth was great! We really enjoyed it - we ate and ate and he was very informative and knew a lot I about the city My daughter and I really liked it
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Do NOT Miss! Hasidic Williamsburg w Frieda
New York City
Hassidic Williamsburg: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Brooklyn
Zelde_M, Dec 2025
Do NOT Miss! Hasidic Williamsburg w Frieda
A+++ Highly recommended! There is no better tour guide to Hasidic Williamsburg than Frieda Vizel. Growing up in the Satmar community she has intimate and factual knowledge to share and does so in an informative, sensitive and thoughtful way. Her narration, knowledge and story-telling make this not only a fascinating tour but a fun adventure as well. Thanks So much! Z-MM
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A Tour NOT To Be Missed!!! Hassidic Williamsburg: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Brooklyn
New York City
Hassidic Williamsburg: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Brooklyn
zeldem2025, Dec 2025
A Tour NOT To Be Missed!!! Hassidic Williamsburg: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Brooklyn
A+++ Highly recommended! There is no better tour guide to Hasidic Williamsburg than Frieda Vizel. Growing up in the Satmar community she has intimate and factual knowledge to share and does so in an informative, sensitive and thoughtful way. Her narration, knowledge and story-telling make this not only a fascinating tour but a fun adventure as well. Thanks so much! Zelde M
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Two Hours Well Spent
New York City
Murals and Mosaics of Spanish Harlem: Amazing Street Art
Jennifer_W, Aug 2025
Two Hours Well Spent
Colorful murals and mosaics, paired with guide Leigh's insights into the artists and themes, pull Spanish Harlem together seamlessly. Two hours wonderfully spent. Highly recommend stopping at one of the authentic bakeries or restaurants along the route once the tour wraps up. It's an easy few-minute walk to Central Park or nearby museums—perfect for continuing a memorable day!
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Fantastic Private Tour of NYC Neighborhoods by Travel Curious!
New York City
Little Italy, Greenwich Village, Soho & Chinatown: Private Tour
alexrB8464KC, Jul 2025
Fantastic Private Tour of NYC Neighborhoods by Travel Curious!
I recently took the Little Italy, Greenwich Village, Soho & Chinatown Private Tour in New York City with my family, including two teenagers, and it was absolutely fantastic.Robin, our guide, was knowledgeable, engaging, and incredibly good at capturing everyone’s attention—including the teens, which is no small feat! She shared fascinating stories and little-known facts about each neighborhood, making history come alive in a way that was fun and memorable for all of us.We loved exploring the vibrant streets of Chinatown, the rich heritage of Little Italy, the charm of Greenwich Village, and the stylish corners of Soho. The guide also had great recommendations for food and hidden gems along the way.If we had tried to do this on our own with just a travel guidebook, it would have taken forever and we never would have discovered so many unique details. Having an expert lead the way made all the difference.This was the perfect way to see some of New York’s most iconic areas through the eyes of a true New Yorker. Highly recommended for families who want an authentic and engaging experience!
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Unfailing!!!!
New York City
New York City Philadelphia and Amish Community Tour 1 Day
LuisCarlos_R, Jun 2025
Unfailing!!!!
This is a fantastic experience, it is a tour or trip that if or if you have to do while in New York.... On the tour you will see what you need to see of Philadelphia....
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