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Best Walking & City Tours in New York
Explore the top-rated walking & city tours in New York. Our curated guide features 10 highly-rated experiences, averaging 5 stars, to help you plan the perfect visit.
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Best Walking & City Tours in New York
Our expertly curated list of the best walking & city tours in New York, ranked by traveler reviews and ratings.
#1
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Visit in French the must-see neighborhoods of NYC
5 (70)
From $69 USD
Accompanied by our French guides who have been living in New York for years, come and discover Greenwich Village, Soho, Little Italy and Chinatown. A best-selling visit, which appeals to both adults and children. It’s a must-have for any trip!
#2
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Central Park Guided Walking Tour in French
5 (57)
From $49 EUR
Let yourself be guided through the most famous urban park in the world, discover its origin, its evolution, its filming locations and the countless anecdotes it contains ... You will also understand why and how Central Park has become the most popular green space for New Yorkers, and how it plays an essential role in a context of excessive urbanization. Flowered in spring, adorned with bright greens in summer, ochres and flamboyant reds in autumn, or dressed in a snowpack in winter, Central Park can be enjoyed all year round with constantly renewed pleasure. . Our French guides, expatriates in New York for years, are committed to providing you with a friendly moment filled with original discoveries!
#3
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9/11 Memorial at World Trade Center and Financial District Walking Tour
5 (42)
From $47 USD
Smaller-sized groups. Perfect for tourists AND locals wishing to learn more about the day that changed us all forever! Your 2.5 hr, 1.4 mi. (2.25 km) walking tour will be led by a expert, local, licensed Guide. Tour begins in Battery Park and concludes at Ground Zero site; location of the hauntingly beautiful memorial pools in the footprints of the former, iconic WTC Twin Towers. This comprehensive tour explores 9/11 and the World Trade Center and also New York's famed Financial District. You'll be captivated with stories of 9/11’s unsung heroes (some personal stories) and their selfless acts of courage. These stories will be coupled with comprehensive discussion that details aspects of the former Twin Towers from its origin to its infamy of becoming Ground Zero, to the rebuilding and rebirth of the majestic World Trade Center complex, once again. You’ll gain important knowledge, insight and perspective into what it was like living through the terrorist attacks and it's aftermath.
#4
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Private Walking Tour: Jewish Lower East Side
5 (28)
From $462 USD
A tour through the Lower East Side explores the story of immigrant life following the arrival at Ellis Island for Eastern European Jews. One of the most famous neighborhoods on earth, the Jewish Lower East Side hosted remarkable political, social, artistic, economic, and culinary movements that would help to define the modern American experience. Come learn about the origins of the bagel, pastrami, kosher pickles, socialist movements, iconic department stores, and Hollywood film studios by visiting the Yiddish Forward Building, Eldridge St Synagogue, the Gershwin brothers' childhood home, a historic Loew's Movie Theater, Kossar's Bialys, The Pickle Guys, and a high school that minted many of the U. S. 's biggest movie stars.
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#5
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The Met Museum & Central Park New York Exclusive Guided Tour
5 (18)
From $239 USD
On this 5.5 hour exclusive guided combo tour, visit one of the world’s most elaborate collections of art and historical artifacts, then stroll the paths of the infamous urban green space.New York boasts amazing art collections both outdoors and indoors, and this combo tour will blend a stroll through iconic Central Park with the best of the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
#6
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High Line & Hudson Yards Small Group Walking Tour
5 (15)
From $39 USD
Come experience the green oasis the most current and most expensive development in the history of NYC. Walk along its beautiful gardens. Admire and photograph the Vessel- this public structure rising 45.7 meters high and 2,500 interconnecting steps. Prepare for a urban hiking experience, away from NYC busy streets and get lifted up into a garden path along the West side of Manhattan with amazing views of New York City and the Hudson river along the way. The High Line park is an example of urban renewal at its finest, a unique concept of a park, a green oasis among the concrete giants. During the 2 hour walk you will visit the most important, the most historic points, sculptures, arts, and murals of the high line. Slowdown and check out the various species of plants that were specifically picked for the high line. Highlights are the: the “Vessel”, Hudson Yards, Zaha Hadid building, the 10th Avenue square and overlook, Chelsea Market…
#7
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2-Hour Spanish Nightlife Guided Walking Tour of Greenwich Village
5 (13)
From $39 USD
Discover the legendary nightlife of Greenwich Village on this lively 2-hour walking tour through one of New York City’s most iconic entertainment districts. For decades, the Village has been the place where musicians, comedians, actors, and artists launched careers and created unforgettable nights. As you explore the neighborhood with your expert guide, you’ll walk in the footsteps of legendary performers like Bob Dylan, Ray Charles, Chris Rock, Jimi Hendrix, Lenny Bruce, and Idina Menzel, all of whom spent time performing in this creative hub. Along the way, you’ll visit famous venues such as Cafe Wha?, Comedy Cellar, Stonewall Inn, The Public Theater, and Blue Note Jazz Club. You’ll hear the stories behind the performances that made these venues legendary, while also getting insider tips on the best places to grab a drink, catch live music, see cutting-edge comedy, or enjoy a late-night bite.
#8
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The Bowery Boys 19th Century NOHO Tour: Glamour, Greed, Money and Murder
5 (3)
From $50 USD
Take a stroll through the 19th-century with a guide hand-picked by The Bowery Boys New York City history podcast. Join this unique tour of the once elegant Bond Street NOHO neighborhood, former home to some of New York’s most famous families. You’ll learn how the neighborhood from the Bowery to Washington Square evolved into an enclave of the rich and famous, as well as the fringes of the 19th-century underbelly. Your expert guide Carl will lead you along 19th-century cobblestone streets and introduce you to characters in this real-life drama, such as John Jacob Astor, Washington Irving, Charles Dickens, Edgar Allan Poe, Mrs. Astor, and Edith Wharton. Our tour will pass by such New York landmarks as the famous Colonnade Row, the Public Theater, and Cooper Union. You’ll also imagine the drama that unfolded on today’s Astor Place during the Opera House riot of 1847. We’ll visit the site of the notorious 1857 Bond St. Murder, which remains one of New York’s unsolved murder mysteries!
#9
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Tribeca Contemporary Art Tour with NYC Art Critic
5 (5)
From $49 USD
Explore the contemporary art galleries in Tribeca, Manhattan's vibrant new gallery district on this 2-hour, small-group walking tour. Discover the city's fastest-growing gallery neighborhood with a professional art critic. See 7-8 exhibitions with a more experimental agenda and a lower price point.
#10
Top Rated
Chocolate, Pizza and Fun: Private Family Tour NYC (up to 8 ppl)
5 (3)
From $300 USD
Discover the perfect mix of food, fun, and family-friendly adventure as you stroll from Madison Square Park to Union Square. This activity-packed walking tour serves up delicious bites, hands-on stops, and NYC stories that delight kids and adults alike from the Statue of Liberty’s missing torch arm to sprinkle pools and optical illusions. This is a one-of-a-kind interactive NYC experience for parents and kids alike. Most appropriate for ages 4-12. Ticket allows for up to eight guests in the private group. Contact us for alternative start times or special requests.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do walking & city tours cost in New York?
Walking & City Tours in New York range from $39 to $462, with an average price of $134. The highest-rated option is "Visit in French the must-see neighborhoods of NYC" with a 5-star rating.
What are the best walking & city tours in New York?
New York has 10 walking & city tours available, averaging 5 stars across 254 reviews. The top-rated experience is "Visit in French the must-see neighborhoods of NYC".
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