New York · GUIDED

Top 15 Guided Tours in New York

163 tours  ·  from $5 a head

A New York trip always runs out of days before it runs out of ideas. These 15 guided 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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Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours - Elm trees, Bethesda Terrace, and the park’s central showpiece
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Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours

2.Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,108 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $38

A private, English-language pedicab tour covers Central Park’s main sights at an easy pace, with options lasting about one to three hours. Your guide pedals while you stop for photos and stories at places such as Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, and the Alice in Wonderland statue. Guides including AJ, Sam, Peter, and Ricky have earned praise for their humor and personal attention.

“As first-time visitors to Central Park, this experience couldn’t have been better. Touring the park by pedicab was a fantastic way to see its beauty, and Ricky truly made the day special. He was incredibly friendly, full of fascinating facts, and clearly passionate about the park, which brought everything to life as we rode through. The tour was absolutely worth the money, and it’s an experience my daughter and I will cherish forever. Thank you, Ricky, for making our day so memorable!”

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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

3.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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NYC: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour - Meeting your guide at Battery Park
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NYC: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour

4.Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,765 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $59

Meet your English-speaking guide at Battery Park, then ferry to Liberty Island for the story behind Lady Liberty and views of Manhattan. Choose the two-hour express visit or add the Statue of Liberty Museum and Ellis Island, where you can see the original torch and explore the immigration museum at your own pace.

“Kevin was an excellent tour guide! passionated by History, it was telling a lot about Liberty Statue and Ellis Island. the tour is really well organized, I really enjoy that day!”

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Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy - Crossing into Little Italy for cheese, olives, and pasta
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Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy

5.Original NYC Guided Food Tour of Chinatown and Little Italy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,194 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $130

Meet near Canal Street for a three-hour walking food tour through Chinatown and Little Italy. Expect tea and Chinese pastries, dumplings, roast duck, Italian cheeses, olives, pasta, a seated meal with wine or beer, and a cannolo. Guides such as Patrick, Lily, Liz, and Solange have led tours, blending food stops with neighborhood history.

“We tried so much food! Very unique experience filled with history. Patrick was our wonderful guide through China town and little Italy. He was the best!”

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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry - The ferry turns the skyline into a view
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry

6.Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,189 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $59

Meet your English-speaking guide at 1 Bowling Green and cross New York Harbor by ferry for a guided visit to Liberty Island. Choose a 2-hour Statue of Liberty express tour or a 4-hour option that includes Ellis Island and its immigration museum. The guide and ferry tickets simplify the visit, but crown and pedestal access are not included.

“We had a great time with Mindy C as our tour guide. She made it fun for all including the kids. Would definitely recommend using her again.”

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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

7.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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Gray Line New York Fully Guided 5 Hour Sightseeing Tour - The ferry is the tour’s most memorable change of pace
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Gray Line New York Fully Guided 5 Hour Sightseeing Tour

8.Gray Line New York Fully Guided 5 Hour Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,119 reviews · from $109

Start near Times Square for a guided coach tour past Manhattan landmarks, then walk the High Line, pause at Chelsea Market, and ride the Staten Island Ferry for views of the Statue of Liberty and city skyline. A guide leads the outing, which runs about five hours and includes transport and the ferry, but not lunch.

“A wonderful way to experience NY. Highly knowledgeable tour guide and a pleasant experience!”

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New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour - Seeing the Statue of Liberty up close
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New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour

9.Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,031 reviews · from $49

Take the ferry to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, with museum admission and a live guide in English or Spanish on selected options. Guides such as Stalina and Jay have helped bring the islands’ stories to life. Choose an audio-only option or add audio to a guided tour; allow time for security lines and independent museum visits.

“Our guide was excellent with a lot of information We enjoyed our trip immensely Our guide was very accommodating to us seniors”

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Metropolitan Museum Guided Group Tour - A small group, with a real limit of 18
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Metropolitan Museum Guided Group Tour

10.Metropolitan Museum Guided Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,013 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $65

Join an English-speaking guide for a two- or three-hour walk through the Met’s highlights, from the Temple of Dendur and Henry VIII’s armor to Greek and Roman sculpture and Sargent’s Madame X. Admission is included, and groups are capped at 18. Guides vary; past tours have been led by Rob, Jett, Stephan, Katie and others.

“The tour operator was a little unorganized. Our guide was fine but not great. Having done a different Met tour before which was very informative, this one was definitely underwhelming.”

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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour - An hour among Dyker Heights’ decorated homes
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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

11.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 920 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $63

Ride from Manhattan to Brooklyn with a local guide, then walk through Dyker Heights to see its decorated homes. The tour includes about an hour on foot, a Brooklyn Heights stop for skyline views, and a finish at Bryant Park Winter Village. Guides vary, with names such as Jose, Jorge, Matt, Gary, and Antonio.

“Great walking tour, tour guide with great knowledge. Ideal for solo tourists as well as partners or groups.”

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NYC: Guided Central Park Horse Carriage Ride - Landmarks from the carriage
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NYC: Guided Central Park Horse Carriage Ride

12.Guided Central Park Horse Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 877 reviews

Take a private 40- to 55-minute carriage ride past Central Park landmarks such as Bethesda Fountain, the Boat Pond, and Sheep Meadow. An English-speaking guide shares park history, with photo stops at Bethesda Fountain and Cherry Hill available on selected options. Guides such as Omer, Niko, and Mohammed have earned praise for their warmth and storytelling.

“We loved the horse and carriage ride. Thank you to Atakun and horse Ringo for our wonderful and Memorable experience”

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"The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour - Find American stories in the museum’s own wing
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“The Met” Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour

13.“The Met” Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 863 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $132

Explore the Met’s Egyptian, medieval, American, and European art with a professional guide in a private or small-group format. In 2.5 hours, you may see Henry VIII’s armor, Washington Crossing the Delaware, works by Vermeer and Van Gogh, and more. Admission is included, but all visitors still pass through security.

“The tour was very good. Knowledgeable and very informative. The Metropolitan Museum is a must see and having a guide to hit the highlights is a must.”

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Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour - The High Line: Art, Plants, and City Views
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Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour

14.Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $88

This three-hour, small-group tour pairs Chelsea Market tastings with local stories, a walk through the High Line, and a stop at Pier 57 before ending at Hudson Yards. Expect foods such as pizza, dumplings, tacos, Portuguese custard tarts, and mini donuts. Guides vary, with Sergio, Chris, Michele, and Lara among the names praised for their storytelling and local tips.

“This was a great tour! Chris did a great job telling us about the history of Chelsea Market and the Highline. Great personality, spoke clearly, and gave us all sorts of insider tips. Food was delicious. The stroll along the Highline after eating was the perfect way to finish the tour. Thank you Chris! (also best dumplings of my life!)”

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NYC: Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide - What you may see inside the park
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NYC: Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide

15.Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 790 reviews · 40 minutes - 1 hour

Settle into a private horse-drawn carriage for a 40-minute to one-hour ride, with an English-speaking driver sharing Central Park history and stopping for photos. Choose a park route or, where offered, a city ride past Fifth Avenue sights such as Saks and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Winter blankets are provided.

“Fred was amazing and funny would diffo recommend fred”

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