Things to do in New York City
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Central Park: Movie Locations Pedicab Tour & Photo StopsYou ride through Central Park in a pedicab while a guide points out filming locations from over 300 movies and shows — Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, and more — with time to photograph at each stop and hear behind-the-scenes stories. The private format keeps groups small, and the pedicab does the legwork so you don't have to navigate or arrange transport yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Central Park's famous film locations without arranging your own route or transport — the pedicab removes the navigation, and the guide's stories turn the park into a movie set you're actually moving through.
New York City: Walking & Boat Tour with Staten Island FerryYou’ll walk alongside a real New Yorker through Central Park’s quiet corners, stand beneath Times Square’s wild lights, pause at the 9/11 Memorial, then ride the Staten Island Ferry past Lady Liberty herself. Expect honest stories, city sounds, and moments that stick with you long after you’ve left Manhattan behind.
Brooklyn Heights & DUMBO: French-Guided Walking Tour & Bridge CrossingYou walk through Brooklyn Heights' protected brownstone streets and the East River Promenade, move through DUMBO's art galleries and transformed industrial blocks, and finish at the Brooklyn Bridge with the option to cross it yourself. A French-speaking guide who's lived in New York for years leads the whole thing, so you get the neighborhood history without the tourist script. No separate bridge ticket needed — you just walk it at the end.Is it for me?Choose this if you speak French and want the neighborhood history from someone who actually chose to live here rather than just pass through — the guide's perspective is what makes the difference between a walking route and a real tour.
Hell's Kitchen Food Tour NYC: 4-5 Stops & $22 CreditYou walk through Hell's Kitchen with a local guide, stop at four to five neighborhood restaurants, and spend a $22 food credit on whatever you want—not samples, a real meal. You meet other travelers, get insider tips on where locals actually eat, and leave knowing the neighborhood instead of just having passed through it. Book it early in your trip so the restaurant recommendations stick with you.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to eat actual food instead of tasting tiny portions, and you'd rather have a local show you where New Yorkers really eat than follow a script through tourist restaurants. The small group size and the fact that you choose what to eat at each stop means you're not locked into anyone else's preferences or pace.
NYC: Harlem, Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn Tour with GuideYou spend a full day moving through Harlem, the Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn with a guide and driver handling navigation and context. Stops include the Apollo Theater, Yankee Stadium, the Joker Steps murals, Flushing Meadows Corona Park with the Unisphere, and Domino Park in Williamsburg with Manhattan skyline views. Transport is by air-conditioned vehicle, and all taxes and fees are included in the price.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in New York City without a car who want to see beyond Manhattan in one organized day. Expect a full day of moving between neighborhoods with walking stops at each location—that's what fits four boroughs and their stories into a single itinerary.
NYC Superhero Movie Sites Tour by Bus & Actor GuideYou’ll join a lively group for a superhero tour of New York City with a local actor as your guide, rolling past 40+ famous film locations like Times Square and the Daily News Building by air-conditioned bus. Expect quick step-offs at key sites and plenty of behind-the-scenes stories — perfect for fans or anyone curious about NYC’s comic book side.
Manhattan: Evening Jazz Yacht Cruise with Live BandYou’ll step onto a 1920s-style yacht in Manhattan for an evening jazz cruise along the Hudson River. Enjoy live music from a resident band, sip your included drink, and watch as city lights flicker past iconic sights like Battery Park and Lady Liberty. It’s relaxed but quietly special — perfect if you want to feel New York slow down for once.
Central Park pedicab tour: Strawberry Fields, Bow Bridge & DakotaA guided pedicab tour of Central Park lasting one hour, with a driver who is also your private tour guide. You ride in a three-seat pedicab and stop for photos at landmarks including Strawberry Fields, Bow Bridge, the Dakota, Balto Statue and the Central Park Carousel. The guide introduces the park's history, points out homes of famous families, shows movie scene locations and explains the architecture. The driver speaks English, Spanish or French.Is it for me?Choose the language that matches your comfort level when you book—the guide speaks English, Spanish or French, so the narration is clear whether you're a native speaker or following along in a second language. The pedicab's three-seat capacity works well for couples and small groups who want a private experience without the cost of a full private tour or the anonymity of a larger group.
New York: Hell's Kitchen Food Tour & Meal Credit WalkYou’ll wander Hell’s Kitchen with a local guide who knows every shortcut—and every good bite. Use your food credit at surprise stops for real meals (not just samples), swap stories with fellow travelers, get subway tips, and leave with more than just a full stomach—you’ll have new favorite spots only locals usually know.
Brooklyn Bike Tour: 20 Neighborhoods, Chocolate & WaterfrontYou’ll cycle through Brooklyn’s neighborhoods with a local guide, stopping for snacks in Prospect Park and tasting chocolate at Raaka in Red Hook. Ride under bridges, past historic homes, and along the waterfront with plenty of time for photos or just soaking up city life. Expect laughter, real stories, and unexpected views that might stick with you long after.
Central Park NYC: Horse Carriage Ride & Photo StopsYou’ll settle into a cozy carriage under a blanket as your local guide leads you through Central Park’s movie-famous paths and quiet corners. Expect photo stops at places like Cherry Hill and Bethesda Fountain, stories behind landmarks like Balto’s statue and Strawberry Fields, and plenty of unexpected city moments along the way.
NYC Walking Tour: Garbage, Rats & Wall Street HistoryYou walk four stops from Wall Street to City Hall Park, learning how garbage and rats shaped New York City's infrastructure and history. The guide, trained at the Trash Academy and Rat Academy, covers rat biology, landfill systems, the 1968 sanitation strike, and a 1979 rat attack that changed city policy. The tour is wheelchair accessible, takes about two hours, and includes no more than fifteen people per group.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to understand how New York's infrastructure and history are tied to garbage and rats, and you'd rather learn from someone trained in both subjects than piece it together from separate sources. The small group size means you can ask questions as you walk.
NYC: Central Park Electric Bike Rental with Helmet & LockYou’ll glide through Central Park on an electric bike with zero stress about hills or traffic, stopping wherever catches your eye — from lakeside views to street musicians. With helmet, lock, and phone holder included, you can focus on soaking up NYC’s energy at your own pace.
West Village NYC: Food Tour with 6 Tastings & LunchYou’ll wander New York’s West Village with a local guide, tasting pizza fresh from Bleecker Street ovens, classic bagels, creamy cannoli, and spicy Cuban bites. Expect laughter over falafel at Mamoun’s and stories about writers who once roamed these streets. By tour’s end you’ll feel like you’ve eaten your way through decades of neighborhood history—and maybe need a nap.
Brooklyn: DUMBO Walking Tour & Local Makers StoriesYou’ll step into Brooklyn’s creative energy with a local guide leading you through DUMBO’s streets—meeting makers, tasting what they’re proud of, and hearing real stories behind iconic spots like Jane’s Carousel and Empire Stores. Expect small surprises (and maybe a drizzle), plus plenty of time to soak in those bridge views that stay with you long after.
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry: 2 islands, 1 dayYou board the official ferry at Battery Park, pass through security, and ride out to Liberty Island to explore the grounds and museum with an included audio tour. Then you ferry to Ellis Island to walk through the immigration museum at your own pace. The whole day is self-guided; you decide how long to spend on each island and when to return. Both ferries and both museum entries are included in one ticket.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in one trip without figuring out separate tickets or worrying about which ferry operator is legitimate — Statue City Cruises is the only official service, and the audio tours mean you're not standing in front of exhibits wondering what you're looking at.
Greenwich Village: Food Tour NYC Pizza & History WalkYou’ll wander Greenwich Village’s winding streets with a local guide, tasting legendary pizza and classic bakery treats while hearing quirky stories from New York’s past. Expect laughter over shared slices, glimpses into hidden corners of Manhattan history, and a sense of belonging you might not see coming.
Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Bike Tour with Local HistoryYou’ll pedal across Brooklyn Bridge with a local guide, roll through historic Brooklyn Heights and pause at the Promenade for those unbeatable skyline views. Explore DUMBO’s cobbled streets, grab coffee in a converted warehouse, and cruise along the riverfront park—all while hearing stories you won’t find in any guidebook.
NYC Rat Tours in Chinatown with Kenny BollwerkYou walk through Chinatown's alleys and backstreets with Kenny Bollwerk for 90 minutes, learning how restaurant design, trash systems, and building infrastructure shape rat behavior and urban wildlife patterns. The tour includes rat stickers and postcards, and covers both what the city is doing about rodents and what gaps remain in the strategy. It's part comedy, part infrastructure lesson, and entirely focused on the grimy realities of living in a dense city.Is it for me?This works for anyone curious about how cities actually function beneath the surface — locals who've never thought to ask why rats congregate where they do, tourists looking for something completely different from the standard tour circuit, and anyone who finds the intersection of urban design and animal behavior genuinely interesting.
JFK, EWR, LGA to Manhattan: Private Transfer with WiFi & WaterYou’ll step off your flight at JFK, EWR, or LGA and spot your driver waiting—no stress or confusion. Settle into an air-conditioned ride with free Wi-Fi and bottled water while your English-speaking chauffeur handles everything from flight tracking to luggage help. That first calm hour in New York? It really does make all the difference.
