Top New York Historical Tours

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.

Escape the hustle of the city and explore the New York City Metro region on this private bike tour. Customize the itinerary with the regions and places you want to see the most in any of the five boroughs. Pedal through Central Park, along the waterfront and Brooklyn Bridge, through Greenwich Village, around Coney Island and "Dead Horse Bay," or take a tour of Brooklyn's brownstones, if you wish. Tailor the trip as a guided ride or supported adventure. Bring a bike or rent one (rental not included). Snacks and bottled water are included.

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.

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.

Many tours can show you the sights of New York City but this tour digs deeper into its history to show you how it became the city it is today. As you visit such landmarks as Battery Park, Wall Street, Carnegie Hall, and Central Park, your guide will tell you about the history and people behind each.

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.

Experience the glitz and glamor of the Big Apple on a guided walk around midtown Manhattan’s Billionaires’ Row. Explore 5th Avenue on foot, passing iconic New York attractions including Radio City Music Hall, the Rockefeller Center, and Carnegie Hall, and hear the stories of the people who call the area home. See, too, the new architectural structures studding the city’s skyline, from One 57 to 432 Park Ave.

Our tour takes you through Central Park to view wildlife, sculptures and ponds while enjoying a lunch with your Tour Guide. The Tour Guide will point out scenic highlights of the park while you enjoy breath taking views. You will be provided with a picnic lunch and tablecloth to sit and enjoy the sight and sounds of the park.

Travelers who want a more personal sightseeing experience in the Big Apple can skip the typical, crowded bus tours and get around the city like a real New Yorker during this private tour by foot and subway (subway ticket at own expense). From Rockefeller Center to the Brooklyn Bridge and beyond, see top New York City attractions in just one day.

You’ll ride through DUMBO, Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn Heights and Red Hook, an area featuring a mix of tiny eateries, quirky bars and edgy art galleries. You’ll then ride over the Brooklyn Bridge and to TriBeCa. Located in downtown Manhattan, TriBeCa is famous for It’s cobblestone streets, trendy boutiques and restaurants. There will be a break for food/refreshment (not included in pricing). This tour is available during the day or night. Your choice, pricing varies.

Escape from the hustle of New York City but still see it from a distance and enjoy a half day of sightseeing on this private, 5-hour tour. Visit Weehawken, New Jersey for a breathtaking view of the New York City skyline that many tourists aren’t aware of. Then catch a scenic view of Manhattan from the Palisades Parkway. And finally, cruise along Seven Lakes Drive, located in the Hudson Valley region of New York, for a serene, scenic view of the lakes.

This walking tour of Niagara Falls USA have you discovering the best views of the Falls from Goat Island. You will also have the option to end the tour with a splash of excitement while embarking upon the Cave of the Winds OR Maid of the Mist. Tour Highlights: - Discover the best views of Niagara Falls NY while spending time outdoors - Enjoy picturesque views from Goat Island, Luna Island, Terrapin Point and the Three Sisters Islands - Learn fun facts and history of the area - Incredible photo opportunities throughout the tour - Opportunity to add optional Cave of the Winds or Maid of the Mist admission to your tour

This tour highlights the top things to do in Niagara Falls USA from daytime to evening . By daylight, you’ll have a chance to ride on the iconic Maid of the Mist and visit the exciting Cave of the Winds. You’ll also learn about the interesting history of the area while visiting Goat Island and the Whirlpool State Park. In the evening, you’ll enjoy dinner at Anchor bar restaurant, followed by the best viewpoint for the illuminated falls and the fireworks show. Highlights: - Boat ride on the iconic Maid of the Mist - Venture to the "hurricane deck" at Cave of the Winds - Fireworks and illumination light show - Dinner at Anchor Bar - home of the original buffalo wing! - Incredible views of Niagara Whirlpool from Whirlpool State Park

Take a half-day tour of Niagara Falls with a guide who covers all the highlights of New York’s famous natural attraction. Get closer views of the falls with your included admission ticket to Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds. You’ll travel with a small group limited to seven people for a more personalized experience.

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 full day tour with your own private driver and 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. We will pick you up from your hotel or place of choice in New York and take you on this private tour, with your own chauffeur and guide to The Rockefeller Center, Times Square, Top of the Rock and many more fantastic sites of NYC. Amongs other places you will visit: - Times Squares - Rockefeller Center - Central Park - Radio City Music Hall - Broadway - Fifth Avenue - St Patrick’s Cathedral - The Empire State Building - and much more! The tour has a total duration of 8 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 full day tour with your own private driver and official tour guide and explore the vibrant city of New York. We will pick you up from your hotel or place of choice in New York and take you on this private tour. During your 8 hour private tour you will discover some of the most emblematic sites of New York with your local expert. 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. Cross the Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan and feel the charm of the Brooklyn Heights with its restored houses and its panoramic view of Lower Manhattan. Pay triubute to all the victims of the 9/11 when you visit Ground Zero and its moving Memorial Museum. Finally, The Statue of Liberty, get ready to explore this historical gift from France, that has become an international symbol of hope and freedom. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE

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

Discover one of the most visited and intercultural places in the world with our local, experienced and official tour guides. Our guides will help you discover the most emblematic places of mid Manhattan, while learning the history, heritage and culture of the most visited city in the world; New York City. - SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance

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.

Don't get swept up in the crowds! Let us lead the way. Eat your way through Chelsea Market and even the High Line! Learn the history of the meatpacking district and enjoy an incredible walk with unparalleled views of the city and Hudson River on NYC's famous High Line. Enough food for lunch! We also include a visit to see the Vessel and the new Hudson Yards development!

Enjoy a Flatiron smorgasbord for lunch on the Flatiron Food, Architecture & History Tour! Enjoy, food, fun with some interesting history scattered throughout. It's a great way to explore and enjoy some of New York’s best and most unique food stops! See two of New York’s most iconic and picturesque neighborhoods: Flatiron & Union Square. This tour is perfect for foodies, historians, architecture fans, adults and kids. On this tour you will enjoy gourmet tastings (enough food for lunch) and walk one mile or 1.6 km.

Take a walk in their footsteps and explore the tenements of the Lower East Side, the bustling streets of Chinatown and the iconic heart of Little Italy. Explore America’s great melting pot: learn about the rich cultural diversity and history of the Lower East Side through delicious food. The streets of the Lower East Side tell the tales of struggling immigrants, Eastern Europeans, Russians, Germans, and Puerto Ricans, who came to America in search of opportunity. They brought with them recipes from the ‘old world’ and you can still taste these foods today. From historic synagogues to street art and trendy food markets, your knowledgeable guide will provide amazing stories and an insider’s look at how these foods are made and what they mean to the cultures they represent. Your guide will point out interesting architectural flourishes and parks and discuss the history of the neighborhood and the ethnic groups that influenced the scrumptious foods you’ll be savoring.

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.

A guided tour through a couple of centuries of entertainment, criminal and general history. The criminal and entertainment history of the area between the old Bloomingdale Road (Broadway) and Riverside Drive. Starting at the Cathedral Of Saint John The Devine (the largest gothic structure in the world) tour highlights include Humphrey Bogart's childhood home, the building that inspired the spooky building in the original Ghostbusters, buildings designed by famous New York architects. Former homes of Hollywood legends, legendary writers, legendary composers and even a couple of legendary criminals. See sites that played host to battles during the Revolutionary War, while George Washington escaped north in September 1776.

Uncover the industrial charm of Brooklyn's waterfront DUMBO neighborhood and the East River–spanning Brooklyn Bridge on a private guided walking tour. Learn the history of the bridge and hear the stories behind its 14-year construction as you make your way from Manhattan to Brooklyn, with plenty of opportunities for photos. Once in Brooklyn, tour DUMBO, an up-and-coming area dotted with indie shops and locally owned restaurants at the base of the bridge. End in Brooklyn Bridge Park, where you'll find a handful of brick-and-mortar restaurants with outdoor patios (weather permitting) and the occasional food truck or cart.

Learn the secrets of New York’s subway on a 2.5-hour underground tour with a private guide. Hear stories about the engineering, technology and people behind the subway’s construction. Discover legends and secrets about abandoned levels, hidden stations and fake houses that disguise escape routes around the city. See official and unofficial art as you follow the 1904 line from Bowling Green to Grand Central Terminal, and get a surprising look at places that every New Yorker sees—but few notice.

If you’re new to New York City, going into Central Park at sunset by yourself may result in you getting lost in its huge grounds. This Central Park sunset walking tour takes you into the park with a guide to see some of its most famous landmarks, including Bethesda Fountain, the Central Park Zoo, and Shakespeare Garden. Plus, you’ll learn about the history of Central Park along the way.

Visit Washington, D.C., on a private, full-day trip from New York City with a chauffeured minivan that accommodates up to six passengers. Enjoy the ride in comfort and style, then spend a day exploring the capital’s most important sites. See the United States Capitol and the moving tombs of the Arlington National Cemetery, then continue to the White House and Presidential memorials. Visit the museums and monuments that line the National Mall before returning to New York.

This is a private tour, with just your party; your personal driver-guide and a vehicle exclusively and only for you.

This private, full-day tour takes all the hassle out of exploring New York and allows you to see the city’s major highlights in the space of a single day. Plus, as the tour is just for your party, you have the flexibility to plan your own sightseeing itinerary and only see the sights that you’re interested in. Meet your guide at a time and location of your choosing, and explore Central Park, Times Square, and Brooklyn and Queens at your own pace.

Escape the chaos of the Big Apple and head to another of the East Coast's top cities on this incredible tour that showcases the best of urban and rural American living. Travel from New York to Philadelphia and spend the morning touring the city's top historic sights. See where America was born as you check out Constitution Hall, the Liberty Bell and more. Next, head to picturesque Amish country, where you'll meet some of the 31,000 Amish who call Lancaster County home. See how people live today using practices that date back to the 1800s and follow your own Amish guide through the community. 

New York City has been known for its yummy food for centuries, but if you don’t know Greenwich Village well, you might pass up some of the city’s most delicious dishes. This New York secret food tour lets you sample a mix of doughnuts, New York-style pizza, cupcakes, bagels, and more, so you can get a taste for the rich history of this historic NYC area.