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The 15 Best 1-Day Tours in New York

43 tours  ·  from $49 a head

A New York trip always runs out of days before it runs out of ideas. These 15 1-day tours earn the slot, priced and timed so you can choose quickly.

New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour - Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue: architecture from the curb
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New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

1.New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13,166 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Cover Manhattan’s headline sights in six hours with a local guide, a climate-controlled bus, short walks, and the Staten Island Ferry. You’ll stop at Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, the 9/11 Memorial, and more. Lunch is on your own, and the ferry offers views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island without a separate ticket.

“This tour was exceptionally good for first time in New York. It covered all the main places of interest and was very well organised. The guide was extremely knowledgable about everything and knew a lot of the history. I would recommend this tour.”

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From NYC: Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus - Arlington: quiet grounds and Kennedy gravesites
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From NYC: Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus

2.Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,418 reviews · 15 hours · from $104

Ride from New York to Washington DC by air-conditioned bus or van with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Walk at Arlington Cemetery, the Iwo Jima Memorial and the National Mall, then get 90 minutes of free time near the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. Guides have included Jose, David and Augustin. Expect a full day, long road legs and plenty of photo stops.

“We enjoyed the trip to the US Capital because the guide is knowledgeable and gave us many information about the places we visited.”

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From New York City: Washington and Philadelphia 1-Day Tour - Washington’s monuments, from Iwo Jima to Lincoln
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From New York City: Washington and Philadelphia 1-Day Tour

3.Washington and Philadelphia 1-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,877 reviews · from $104

Leave Times Square at 5:00 AM for a guided coach trip to Washington, DC, and Philadelphia. Expect stops at the Lincoln Memorial, Iwo Jima Memorial, Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Rocky Steps, with photo stops outside the White House and Capitol. Guides speak English and Spanish; Jay, Carlos, and Diego have led recent trips.

“I really loved the trip, Jay was perfect and very attentive, pleasant and super friendly. And also very empathetic to the delays that may occur, at the stops for bathroom and snack. I highly recommend this tour, it’s really worth it!!! If you have others, I’ll definitely come back :)”

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Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC - Arlington Cemetery and JFK’s gravesite
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Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC

4.Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,607 reviews · 11 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $129

Ride from Midtown Manhattan to Washington, DC for a full day of landmarks: Arlington Cemetery, the Capitol, the White House, a Smithsonian museum, and memorials near the National Mall. A guide leads the visits and shares stories along the way. Expect an early start, plenty of time on the road, and a compact introduction rather than an in-depth city stay.

“Very good service guide and drive Guide have very good knowledge. He can explain very clear, good speaking”

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Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC - Washington begins with a field of memorials
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Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

5.Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,109 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $128

Ride from New York City to Washington, DC, and Philadelphia with a licensed guide speaking English and Spanish. Stops include the Lincoln Memorial, White House, Independence National Historical Park, Liberty Bell area, and Rocky Steps. The 15-hour day covers a lot, but time at each landmark is brief. Guides such as Carlos, Jay, and Diego have led departures, though your guide may differ.

“It was amazing🥰Great experience, thanks Jay for this amazing trip👍I can recommended for everyone.Thank you”

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From NYC: 1-Day Niagara Falls Tour - Breakfast before the first viewpoints
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From NYC: 1-Day Niagara Falls Tour

6.1-Day Niagara Falls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,376 reviews · 22 hours · from $160

Leave Manhattan late at night and spend the next day at Niagara Falls State Park, with a guide, time on Goat Island, and an optional Maid of the Mist ride. Guides including Emily, Amy, and Maria Clara have earned high praise for clear instructions and friendly group management. The long coach journey is the tradeoff.

“Thank you so much. It was fun tour. Maria carla was very friendly and kind.”

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From New York City: Niagara Falls One Day Tour - Manhattan pickup, then hours of highway
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From New York City: Niagara Falls One Day Tour

7.Niagara Falls One Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,138 reviews · 22 - 23 hours · from $180

Spend about five hours at Niagara Falls after a long coach ride from Manhattan. See the American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls, visit Goat and Luna islands, and ride the seasonal Maid of the Mist if you select that option. Guides such as Brian, Richard and Joel have led tours here, sharing park facts and stories along the way.

“Love the tour, the bus did not have toilet paper. The drivers were great and professional. Brian and Adolfo was great as the tour guides. Long day, but was well worth it.”

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Niagara Falls 1 Day Tour from NYC with Maid of the Mist Boat Ride - Three hours to meet Niagara Falls
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Niagara Falls 1 Day Tour from NYC with Maid of the Mist Boat Ride

8.Niagara Falls 1 Day Tour from NYC with Maid of the Mist Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,049 reviews · 19 hours (approx.) · from $69Best value

Leave Times Square at 4 a.m. for a long but direct day trip to Niagara Falls State Park. A bilingual English and Spanish guide leads you to viewpoints including Prospect Point and Terrapin Point, with time to explore independently. Choose the seasonal Maid of the Mist upgrade for a close-up ride, or select an audio guide instead.

“Arthuro was our tour guide, he was a very good, he make sure we renew what was going on. He was very helpful. We had a wonderful time.”

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From NYC: Day Trip to Philadelphia and Amish Country - Liberty Bell, Constitution Hall and Elfreth’s Alley
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From NYC: Day Trip to Philadelphia and Amish Country

9.Day Trip to Philadelphia and Amish Country

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 805 reviews · 14 hours · from $149

Leave Manhattan at 6:30 AM for a guided day in Philadelphia and Lancaster County. See the Liberty Bell, Independence Square, Elfreth’s Alley and the Rocky Steps, then visit an Amish market and ride a buggy through farm country. Guides speak six languages; meals are not included.

“Oscar our guide was excellent! His historic knowledge and humour made this long day memorable and fun! The schedule was very well planned and we got to see so much with nice breaks in between. We would highly recommend this to see Philadelphia and the Amish farm. What a fabulous day out we had! Thank you!”

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Philadelphia and Amish Country, 1-Day Tour from NYC - Liberty Bell, Congress Hall and Philadelphia’s old quarter
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Philadelphia and Amish Country, 1-Day Tour from NYC

10.Philadelphia and Amish Country, 1-Day Tour from NYC

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 734 reviews · 11 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $139

Leave Port Authority at 6:30 a.m. for Philadelphia’s Liberty Bell, Elfreth’s Alley and Rocky Steps, then continue to Lancaster for an Amish farm visit and horse-and-buggy ride. A guide leads the day, with names such as Oscar, Sharon and Brian praised for clear, friendly commentary. Expect a long schedule, limited time in Philadelphia and a marketplace stop.

“Not bad. Wished to have more time in Philadelphia. The Amish farm is worth seeing but the market is not that much special. It feels like any other holiday market. The food sold in the store doesn’t seem to be made in Amish since lots of contains man made ingredients.”

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Washington DC Day Trip by Bus from New York City - Starting in Manhattan and crossing to Washington
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Washington DC Day Trip by Bus from New York City

11.Washington DC Day Trip by Bus from New York City

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 600 reviews · 14 hours · from $129

Travel from Manhattan to Washington, DC, for a guided day among the Lincoln and Vietnam Veterans memorials, Arlington Cemetery, Capitol Hill and the White House. Round-trip transport and admissions are included. Guides have included Steve, Alan and Paz; some departures have used two languages, so check the language arrangement when booking.

“Really great value for money. This is a long day but wrings every bit out of the time available. Our guide was extremely professional and would thoroughly recommend to anyone staying in New York to make the most of their visit.”

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From NYC: Guided Niagara Falls Full-Day Trip - Goat Island gives the falls room to unfold
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From NYC: Guided Niagara Falls Full-Day Trip

12.Guided Niagara Falls Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · 22 - 23 hours · from $158

Leave Manhattan around 11 p.m. and spend the following day at Niagara Falls State Park, with stops at the American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls. A guide leads the day in English or Spanish. The Maid of the Mist and Cave of the Winds cost extra, and the overnight bus ride is a long one.

“Perfectly organized. Emily was a Great guide. Don‘t miss Cave in the Winds!”

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From NYC: Washington Highlights Guided One Day Tour - Arlington, from cemetery paths to the Kennedy tomb
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From NYC: Washington Highlights Guided One Day Tour

13.Washington Highlights Guided One Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 418 reviews · 14 - 15 hours · from $98

Ride from Manhattan to Washington with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, stopping at Arlington National Cemetery, major memorials, the White House and the Capitol. You also get free time for lunch and a museum, plus a breakfast break and a planned stop for Manhattan skyline views on the way back. Guides have included Juanita, Agustín and David.

“It was really great! We enjoyed the trip and the guide.”

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Excursion to Washington from New York in 1 day - Arlington sets a thoughtful tone
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Excursion to Washington from New York in 1 day

14.Excursion to Washington from New York in 1 day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 393 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $110

Leave Manhattan by air-conditioned coach for a full day of Washington, D.C. landmarks, from Arlington National Cemetery to the Capitol steps and the National Air and Space Museum. A bilingual guide handles the route and history; guides on past trips have included Carlos, Juanita and Nando. Expect a brisk schedule, long stretches on the road and little time for unplanned stops.

“What can I say, a fantastic day trip, the host and the driver were awesome guys, welcoming, friendly, funny, cool guys. Me and Sam had a brilliant time. Good if you want to see and experience the place in a day. Couldn’t have asked for me from them, although forgot their names, sorry.”

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Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC - Lunch at Quincy Market, with time to choose
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Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC

15.Boston and the Freedom Trail, 1-Day Tour from NYC

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 350 reviews · 11 to 13 hours (approx.) · from $139

Leave Manhattan at 6:30 a.m. for a guided Boston day trip by bus or van. Visit Harvard Yard, pass MIT, see Copley Square and walk part of the Freedom Trail, with time for lunch at Quincy Market. Guides have included Carlo, Moses, Ben and Carlos, though your guide may differ. Expect a very long day, with roughly nine hours of round-trip driving.

“Moises was a very pleasant Tour Guide and he was very knowledgeable with regards to the rich history of Cambridge and Boston Massachusetts.”

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