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NYC Highlights: Iconic Sights and Local Insights
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New York
Embark on an immersive journey through New York City’s iconic highlights. Walk, use the subway, and take the Staten Island ferry to explore Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy exclusive access to the One World Observatory for a breathtaking perspective. Book now!
Embark on an immersive journey through New York City’s iconic highlights. Walk, use the subway, and take the Staten Island ferry to explore Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy exclusive access to the One World Observatory for a breathtaking perspective. Book now!
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Times Square - In the entertainment hub of Midtown Manhattan, experience what makes this one of the busiest tourist destinations in the world. Snap a selfie with the lights and signs!
- Broadway - Follow in the footsteps of legends like Ethel Barrymore and Lin-Manuel Miranda as you discover how Broadway began in America.
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- Times Square - In the entertainment hub of Midtown Manhattan, experience what makes this one of the busiest tourist destinations in the world. Snap a selfie with the lights and signs!
- Broadway - Follow in the footsteps of legends like Ethel Barrymore and Lin-Manuel Miranda as you discover how Broadway began in America.
- Rockefeller Center - Home to shopping, dining, and beautiful art deco architecture, Rockefeller Center is a place you may want to return during your stay. Your guide has tips for your visit!
- St. Patrick’s Cathedral - This is the largest Gothic Catholic cathedral in the country. Admire its white marble exterior and towering spires.
- New York Public Library - See this NYC institution on our route and wave to the lions.
- Chrysler Building - As we pass, you’ll glimpse the building that was briefly the world’s tallest.
- Grand Central Terminal - Test the mystery of the Whispering Corners and be awed by the celestial mural on the ceiling.
- New York City Subway - We’ll board the subway for a quick ride to Lower Manhattan, and you’ll learn how to travel like a real New Yorker.
- Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull) - Take a photo with this bronze sculpture that symbolizes American commerce. You might be surprised what will bring good luck here!
- Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House - This Beaux-Arts landmark built in the early 20th century was once a building used to collect duties. Learn why it’s named for Hamilton.
- Canyon of Heroes - Walk the famous ticker-tape parade route starting in Battery Park as you learn the story of the Canyon of Heroes.
- Brooklyn Bridge - Glimpse New York’s most famous bridge, seen from our route.
- Staten Island Ferry - Ride the ferry for an authentic NYC experience, and enjoy views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. It’s great for photos.
- Trinity Church - See where Alexander Hamilton and other famous New Yorkers lie buried in the graveyard outside this Gothic Revival church dating to 1846.
- 9/11 Memorial Pools - This peaceful plaza features the largest man-made waterfalls in the country. We’ll learn more about the stories and heroism of that fateful day as we pause here.
- Wall Street - This is the symbolic center of American finance. See the New York Stock Exchange and learn why Wall Street looks so large on the global financial scene.
- Federal Hall - See the place where George Washington was inaugurated as president, though the original building is gone. The many-columned national landmark that stands here today was built in 1842.
- One World Observatory - Upgrade to visit this 360-degree observation deck at the One World Trade Center. Your upgrade is optional but a perfect capstone to your day in NYC!
What's Included
- Visit to Broadway, Rockefeller, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and more
- Expert local guide who travels with you by foot, subway, and ferry
- Ride up the SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory with sweeping views from 1,250 feet high
- Photo ops at Times Square and the Charging Bull Statue
- Freedom Tower exhibits, including…
- Visit to Broadway, Rockefeller, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and more
- Expert local guide who travels with you by foot, subway, and ferry
- Ride up the SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory with sweeping views from 1,250 feet high
- Photo ops at Times Square and the Charging Bull Statue
- Freedom Tower exhibits, including touch-screen displays, the “Voices” film & the See Forever Theater
- Tour inside Grand Central Terminal, including the unusual Whispering Corners
- Staten Island Ferry ride with stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline
- Tour of the richly evocative 9/11 Memorial
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Transportation - at least $5.50 per person on a Metrocard needed
- This is NOT a bus tour
- Transportation on a Metrocard, Times Square
- Gratuities
- Transportation - at least $5.50 per person on a Metrocard needed
- This is NOT a bus tour
- Transportation on a Metrocard, Times Square
Additional Information
Embark on an engaging exploration of New York City, guided by a knowledgeable local. This highly acclaimed tour showcases the city’s most famous landmarks.
Crafted to help participants fully experience the city’s spirit by walking, riding the subway, and taking the Staten Island ferry, this journey spans from the lively Times Square to the historic…
Embark on an engaging exploration of New York City, guided by a knowledgeable local. This highly acclaimed tour showcases the city’s most famous landmarks.
Crafted to help participants fully experience the city’s spirit by walking, riding the subway, and taking the Staten Island ferry, this journey spans from the lively Times Square to the historic Brooklyn Bridge and the iconic Statue of Liberty.
In a small-group setting, participants will benefit from a more personal experience and receive individualized attention from the guide.
Moreover, the tour offers an upgrade option to visit the One World Observatory, providing stunning views from all three levels.
- Approximately 5 miles of walking. Please do not book this tour if you cannot walk 5 miles over 7 hours.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
1552 Broadway
Broadway
The meeting point is across the street from 1552 Broadway. It is the George M. Cohan Statue at the corner of W 46th Street and 7th Ave. The guide will be there 15 minutes prior to the tour start time and they will be wearing an orange hat and/or a blue shirt or jacket.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(1718 Ratings)
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168debrai
Nov 9, 2025
A Fabulous day tour - We had a fabulous day on our NYC in a Day walking tour. Our guide Jim was fantastic, he has so much knowledge about the city and many fascinating stories about the places we visited. The tour managed to get us to many of the must sees for a first time visitor to NYC, also very convenient as we didn't need to navigate ourselves around the city - Jim looked after us, kept us interested and entertained all day.
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Rachelbb2871km
Nov 6, 2025
Great Tour - Great tour for our first time in NYC. Cale our guide was great, really knew his stuff and gave us a great overview of the City. We really enjoyed the mix of, walking, subway and ferry, to get to see all the places we wanted. We had a nice stop for lunch near Wall Street and the whole tour was at a good pace and not rushed.
Highly recommend Cale and this tour company for those short on time wanting to see a much as they can.
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747v_clavp
Nov 4, 2025
Amazing experience with a fantastic guide - We had a wonderful time on this tour. Everything was well organized and our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and shared many great stories about New York’s history. We definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting NYC!
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Shelley_b
Nov 4, 2025
Just do it! - This was my 3rd time on this tour in 8 years. Whenever I come to the city with someone who hasn’t been on this tour, I take them. This time, Dan was our guide and he was so knowledgeable about the history of each area we visited. And…this time it was like a private tour as my boyfriend and I were the only ones on the tour! We thoroughly enjoyed our day. I highly recommend paying the extra to go to the top of the 1 World Observation tower. It is amazing! Every time I’ve gone, I’ve learned something new from the guides. Totally great way to spend your day.
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Steve
Nov 4, 2025
Getting to know & understand New York with Jim. - An excellent tour of New York. Informative & fun. Jim knows his onions & I would recommend this tour to anyone who enjoys their history, architecture, Time Square, (pizza for lunch), a subway ride, a visit to the very moving Ground Zero & much more whilst walking around the great city of New York. An awesome day.
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Lauren_n
Oct 30, 2025
A must do! - Cale was our tour guide and was so full of knowledge. We loved his energy and was very informative. He was able to answer questions and share information outside the tour. I was recommend him again for anyone taking this tour. A lot of walking but it’s worth it!
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Gkching
Oct 28, 2025
So many landmarks and history - Cale shared so many interesting facts about downtown NY. I’m 74 years old and it can be difficult to keep up with a walking tour, but Cale’s held a pace that I could keep up with. We walked through so many interesting landmarks and he provided so much history at each. I would actually go on this tour again.
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Cassandra_b
Oct 18, 2025
Highly recommend - An amazing experience that we are still talking about. John Bow was a brilliant tour guide who guided us all around NY with a wealth of knowledge. We were a group of family/friend group of 9 and he really took the time to get to know us. We had 3 children in our group and they also loved it. We did so much walking but it was not tiring with lots of stop.
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Davidmr1996lr
Oct 18, 2025
6 hour walking tour of New York - Jim was our tour guide for our walk on Friday 17th Oct. We had a great fun time with him, learned 400 years of history of New York and America. Covered so much in that time, flew by. Consumate professional in all he did for us..Great people person. Good with irish history too. Highly recommend tour with him. Dave Monaghan Ireland
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Departure12260132471
Oct 18, 2025
NYC sightseeing with Jim ! - We had a 7 hour walking tour for NYC sightseeing and it went like a breeze . Jim Wahler our tour guide was energetic, enthusiastic and kept all of us in our toes :). He was terrific and we enjoyed tagging with him for our ferry,subway rides. I would 100% redo it with Jim.He is fantastic guide and made sure all of us were engaged in this tour 100% and made all of us feel comfortable!
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