New York City, NYC, The Big Apple, even Gotham — the list of epithets for the US's most populous city goes on. Aside from being a trade and finance capital, NYC is a centre for media — drive and ambition fuels this city. The opportunities that bring so many dreamers to New York have also created a unique fusion of culture, cuisine, art and fashion. With so much to see, experience and taste, it can sometimes feel impossible to fit everything in when travelling to New York because this is the city that never sleeps.
“Alex was a great guide. We thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The three of us agreed that it was a highlight of our entire trip. We definitely want to schedule another tour when we visit NYC next and will be recommending this tour to our friends.”
Overall a very good tour
5 - Excellent
Keith Newington
“Overall we really enjoyed the excursion - we had been to NYC so many times before but had never managed to do Liberty & Ellis Island. Jeffrey was very entertaining and had many interesting stories about the sites and general NYC life. The only problem we had was at the start when our groups ended up on different ferries - both for our group and the other group. So this took about 20-30 minutes to sort out when we got to Liberty on the first ferry. Eventually the 2 guides and the bulk of the group arrived on the next ferry. Not a great start but after this everything was very good. The issue was that some of us got through expedited security checks and so ended up on earlier ferry. I suggest the guides ask people to wait on the dock until the guides get the group back together before boarding the ferry. We would do other walking tours on our next trip.”
Great guide, great tour!
5 - Excellent
Patricia Moore
“We so enjoyed every minute of our tour with Ryan. He introduced us to art that normally we would just pass by. Everything about the tour was well organized. I just can't say enough. It was a great price as well. We will use your service whenever possible. Thank you for offering this!”
New York - Tour Highlights and Travel Tips
Urban skyline view of New York City
Travel Highlights
The Empire State Building is a must-see. An icon of the city skyline, head to the viewing deck for a breathtaking perspective.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art or ‘The Met’ houses one of the biggest art collections in the world.
The Rockefeller Center is the epitome of New York in Winter. The Christmas Tree, the ice rink, the shops. If you’re visiting for Christmas, this is the place to go.
Times Square is the image of New York broadcast around the world. While a tourist trap, it has to be seen.
Chinatown is an experience like no other; an attack on the senses that you won’t begrudge.
Brooklyn Bridge is another icon of New York, but it’s also crowded. Pulaski Bridge is lesser known and offers a great view of the NYC skyline.
The 9/11 memorial will be a sobering experience.
Travel Tips
To visit the Empire State Building, buy tickets online or arrive very early or late to avoid long queues. It open all year around (including holidays) from 8 am to 2 am.
Get a Metrocard and start using the subway.
Dress for the weather. Walking a lot is mandatory in New York and being prepared for the outdoors will pay off.
Foodies should head to Hell’s Kitchen and 9th Ave, just five minutes away from Times Square.
