Private Full-Day New York City Tour with Friendly Local Guide

Summary

Start your tour with hotel pickup and a visit to Central Park, a green oasis with miles of walking paths, fountains plazas, lakes and ponds, a zoo, and easy access to top museums. Make your choice for a visit to one of five museums near the park: Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim Museum, Neue Galerie, Cooper Hewitt, or the Museum of Modern Art. Afterward, head to Grand Terminal – a railway station and Beaux Arts-style architectural gem. Then proceed to Rockefeller Center – a massive office complex with restaurants, shops, and more. Go up to the 70th floor for sweeping views from the observation deck, followed by a spin around glitzy Times Square. Have lunch, perhaps ordering a slice of New York-style pizza (own expense). In the afternoon, peruse the marquees of the Broadway theaters, reflect on recent history at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, view the Brooklyn Bridge and East River, and take a coffee break at the popular Stumptown cafe (own expense). Your guide can recommend good bakeries for treats as well. Finish your tour at One World Observatory, the highest observation deck in the United States. If you like, you can extend your tour to visit the Statue of Liberty. Alternatively, extend your tour to include a trip to the Statue of Liberty (additional fees apply). 

Tour info

Duration
7 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Have an unforgettable day in New York and explore the city's top attractions, discover the best things to do, listen to interesting stories and facts. Taste delicious American pizza and artisan coffee. Fall in love with Central Park and feel like a local here; visit one of numerous museums; watch how time goes by in the area of Rockefeller Center. Admire architectural beauty of Grand Terminal; feel endless happiness while standing at Times Square; walk along atmospheric Broadway and see old and significant Brooklyn Bridge. Finish your tour at One World Observatory and you can climb up the highest observation deck in the USA after the tour to enjoy fantastic views!

What’s included?

  • Friendly local guide

  • Private tour

  • Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour

  • Iconic places for photo shoot

  • Flexible customizable itinerary

  • Meeting in the hotel lobby

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

  • Entrance fees

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 7h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas

We are serious about taking extra precautions to stop the spread of this virus by practicing regular hand washing and sanitization. We practice social distancing measures through providing private tours only.This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Friendly Local Guides New York

About operator:

We organize friendly, fun and flexible tours. You will see both must-see sites and off the beaten path, learn fun history facts and enjoy authentic places and experiences only locals know about

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