New
York events, tours, attractions, sightseeing
and things to do while you visiting in New
York. Guided tours, whether on foot, by bus or via boat, are a great way to get a solid overview of the city. |
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| New York Tours - Attractions - Things To Do |
If this is your first trip to New York, face the facts: It will be impossible to take in the entire city -- this time. Because New York is almost unfathomably big and constantly changing, you could live your whole life here and still make fascinating daily discoveries -- we New Yorkers do. This chapter is designed to give you an overview of what's available in this multifaceted place so you can narrow your choices to an itinerary that's digestible for the amount of time you'll be here -- be it a day, a week, or something in between.
So don't try to tame New York -- you can't. Decide on a few must-see attractions, then let the city take you on its own ride. But inevitably, as you make your way around the city, you'll be blown off course by unplanned diversions that are as much fun as what you meant to see.
After all, the true New York is in the details. As you dash from sight to sight, take time to admire a cornice on a prewar building, linger over a cup of coffee at a sidewalk cafe, or just idle away a few minutes on a bench watching New Yorkers parade through their daily lives.
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 Discover the beauty and awesome power of Niagara Falls on a day trip from New York. You'll fly to Upstate New York, tour the falls on both the US and Canadian sides (don't forget your passport!), see all the sights, including a ride on the historic "Maid of the Mist" boat or the Journey Behind the Falls. And at the end of an amazing day you'll take an evening flight back to New York. |
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14 hours (approx.) |
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 Take the ultimate helicopter tour over New York! This 20-minute aerial tour covers all five Boroughs. You'll see the Statue of Liberty, Chrysler Building, Empire State, Central Park, Yankee Stadium and many other famous landmarks in a way that's impossible from the ground. Your New York sightseeing adventure begins as you fly down the Hudson River toward the harbor, passing Manhattan's Financial District, Woolworth Building and Ellis Island. After a bird's-eye view of the Statue of Liberty, you'll fly over Governors Island and the Verrazano Bridge joining Brooklyn and Staten Island. |
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20 minutes (approx.) |
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 Gain a well-rounded perspective of Manhattan by land, sea and sky on this full-day guided tour of New York City! Accompanied by a professional tour guide you will tour Downtown Manhattan in the morning before boarding a harbor cruise to enjoy stunning views of the city and the Statue of Liberty. After lunch in a Little Italy restaurant favored by Frank Sinatra you will take an afternoon tour of Uptown and conclude your memorable day with an ascent to the Top of the Rock! |
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8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) |
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 Explore the countryside outside New York on a day trip to Philadelphia and Lancaster County, home of the Amish people. You'll drive through the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside, tour Philadelphia and its famous Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and take an ride in an authentic Amish buggy. Departing New York City, you'll drive through New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia. It's the second largest city on the East Coast, and only 100 miles (160 kilometers) from New York City. |
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13 hours (approx.) |
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Shop like an industry insider in the Garment District, the epicenter of fashion in New York City! On this three-hour guided walking tour, you'll visit private showrooms not accessible to the public. You'll also shop at hot designer sample sales, and snap up women's clothing and accessories for less than the wholesale price. Note that shopping destinations are primarily for woman's items.
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3 hours (approx.) |
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 Celebrate your visit to New York City with a private helicopter flight over Manhattan. What could be more romantic than a personalized 20-minute flight over NYC? Or perhaps you're celebrating an anniversary, wedding, engagement or birthday? Make the occasion one to remember with your very own sightseeing flight by helicopter! Your 20-minute private helicopter tour takes you around Central Park, the Empire State Building, United Nations and around the Statue of Liberty. You'll get so close to lady Liberty that you feel you could reach out and touch her! |
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20 minutes (approx.) |
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 Experience the grandeur of New York's skyline on this two-hour highlights cruise. Sit back and relax while you cruise past New York's major sights, and enjoy a close encounter of the best kind with the Statue of Liberty. Your cruise takes you sailing down the Hudson, around Battery Park, up the East River, past the South Street Seaport and under the Brooklyn Bridge. Part entertainer, part historian, your knowledgeable tour guide brings New York's breathtaking sights and fascinating history to life. |
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2 hours (approx.) |
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 The Russian Tea Room is a New York dining icon, a glitzy landmark from 1920s New York that continues to attract actors, writers, politicians and business people with its elegant service and refined European cuisine. This restaurant is a glorious representation of the fine dining, culture, history and art that encapsulates New York City. Book your table for lunch or dinner now to get the ultimate one-of-a-kind New York City experience! |
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2 hours (approx.) |
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 What better way to tour New York City than to sample local food in the company of a knowledgeable guide? On this 2.5-hour walking tour, you'll learn about New York's food culture and taste some of the city's favorite and most famous flavors, while strolling through the East Village like a true New Yorker! Your tasting adventure begins in the East Village, where you will meet your group and local food connoisseur. For 2.5 hours you'll be guided through the East Village neighborhood to try a vast selection of delicacies, from juicy hot dogs to old-fashioned egg creams. As you walk from one delicious tasting stop to another, you'll also get to hear the inside scoop and local tips about the famous historic and hip neighborhood and New York. |
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) |
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 Experience New York City from the comfort of a 1975 Chevrolet Caprice classic convertible! Your private chauffeured journey with a knowledgeable native New Yorker will show you the most fascinating areas of New York. Your two-hour private tour in a mint-condition classic convertible begins in historic Greenwich Village, home to some of New York City's most influential residents over the decades. You'll also take a ride across the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade for one of the most spectacular views of Manhattan's famous skyline.
On your private tour you'll visit Lower Manhattan's most exciting neighborhoods |
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2 hours (approx.) |
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 Unwind as you watch the sun set over the world's most beautiful skyline on this 1-hour cruise. Sail along and experience the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge and lower Manhattan with the calm of the evening sky. You'll enjoy dazzling skyline views of Manhattan on this 1-hour cruise departing from the South Street Seaport. There is no better way to enjoy an evening in New York than sailing along the glistening lights of New York's skyline and sipping complimentary champagne. You'll sail along the East River towards Lady Liberty and back towards the Brooklyn Bridge. |
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60 minutes (approx.) |
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