Tours and Trips in New York City

Let three-time Tony® nominee, Andy Karl, and Samantha Barks ('Les Mis erables') sweep you off your feet in 'Pretty Woman: The Musical' on Broadway. This dynamic duo play Edward and Vivian, an unlikely couple who make you believe in the romance of happily-ever-after. Don't miss this beloved new Broadway musical at the Nederlander Theatre.

This walking tour is designed for the person who loves taking photos. Regardless if you're shooting with an iPhone or are a more advanced camera user this tour provides amazing opportunities for capturing and creating and memorable pictures while at the same time discovering some of New York's amazing and past and present. Conducted by a licensed tour guide, and dedicated street photographer.

Don't miss this 45-minute guided tour of the 9/11 Memorial, which takes you to where the Twin Towers once stood. A staff member from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum shares the events of September 11, 2001, another date that will live in infamy. Learn about the World Trade Center and the memorial's design that was selected out of more than 5,200 entries from 63 countries. Walk around the reflecting pools, and leave with a renewed perspective of how the memorial was created with the site's past and future in mind.

Take the stress out of travel to New York City with this private sightseeing tour that includes round-trip transportation from Philadelphia. Enjoy the dedicated attention of a private guide and a fully customized itinerary. Visit popular landmarks and hidden gems in a minivan that can accommodate up to 6 passengers.

Purchase your tickets ahead of time to enjoy Once On This Island on Broadway at the Circle in the Square Theater. Immerse yourself in a story that takes place in a small Caribbean village in the aftermath of a major storm.

Explore New York City's theater culture beyond the glitz of the 'Great White Way' with a 2-hour off-Broadway walking tour led by a theater insider. Hear about NYC's most legendary stars, and sing along as your guide performs beloved songs from off-Broadway shows. Visit beloved indie theaters as you learn about the city's cutting-edge acting world, and get tips on where to mingle with the city's working actors and musicians.

Surrender to the music of the night at 'The Phantom of the Opera,' the longest-running show in Broadway history. Featuring a swoon-worthy score by Andrew Lloyd Webber and captivating stage design, this musical interpretation of Gaston Leroux's Gothic romance snagged seven Tony Awards, including best musical. Guarantee your prime seat in the orchestra or front mezzanine section of the Majestic Theater, and prepare for a haunting Broadway experience!

This tour is offered by Visit.org, the world's leading platform for social impact travel experiences. Revenue from this experience will be reinvested in our local partner org The Lower East Side Jewish Conservancy, which supports, enhances and activates the Lower East Side's community of living synagogues and other historic structures. - Learn about the Lower East Side's rich Jewish heritage while supporting landmark conservation in New York CIty. - Visit and explore two sacred sites only accessible when touring with the LESJC: Bialystoker Synagogue, the largest congregation on the Lower East Side, built as a church, and believed to be a sight on the Underground Railroad, as well and a shtiebl (one-room house of prayer). - Sample favorite local delicacies including a bialy from the most famous Bialy shop in NYC, a pickle right out of the barrel from the only remaining pickle store on the Lower East Side, and a selection of kosher baked treats.

See New York City from the water with a 1-hour cruise from a bustling East River Pier. Navigate the New York Harbor for stunning views of the Statue of Liberty, watch for the iconic shape of the World Financial Center, and capture unforgettable images of the city skyline. See Ellis Island and the Brooklyn Bridge, then watch the Big Apple's shoreline unfurl as you take it in from the deck of a comfortable sightseeing vessel.

Enjoy two different perspectives on New York on this combination tour. First, set sail aboard a sightseeing cruise. Chart your way along the New York Harbor, get up close and personal with the Statue of Liberty, sail under the Brooklyn Bridge, and soak up the impeccable views of the New York skyline. Then, the tour continues when you head to One World Trade Center: the tallest building in the city. Skip the line and head up to its observation deck for panoramic cityscape views.

Get an immersive look at the monuments of September 11th and the new One World Trade Center during this 2-hour excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of famous and lesser-known landmarks including St. Peter's Chapel, American Express 11 Tears Memorial, the Fireman's memorial, and much more. Finish with pre-reserved admission to the WTC observatory 102 stories above the city.

Uncover New York's haunted history on this 1.5-hour ghost walking tour. Travel with your guide to hunt ghosts of popular New Yorkers, inducing Peter Stuyvesant, Edgar Allan Poe, Samuel Clemens, and Harry Houdini. Hear stories about creepy events people swore took place throughout the city, and see for yourself if you think spirits and a bit of paranormal activity exist in the area.

Propose to your partner with a backdrop of the New York City skyline and romantic sunset views on a boat cruise through the Hudson. Your captain, who ensures the experience goes according to plan, provides a bottle of champagne, bouquet of roses, and light snack to celebrate. Take home a commemorative HD video of the proposal, courtesy of a mounted video camera on board.

Get into a New York state of mind with a private walking tour of Central Park. From The Beatles to 'Fantastics Beasts,' learn fascinating trivia about the most-visited park in the United States as your guide shows you iconic monuments, gardens, and lakes you'll likely recognize from many films. It's a great, personalized way to get acquainted with the heart and history of the city.

Get an insider's look at Broadway, the heart of the American theater industry, on this two-hour guided walking tour. Learn about the history and happenings of New York City's famous theater district. Hear the backstage stories about the stars of yesterday and today from a guide who is actually a Broadway performer.

Taste your way through New York City's eclectic neighborhoods on this mouthwatering pizza walking tour! Stop in at three unique and highly rated pizzerias to sample different slices, from Neapolitan to Sicilian. Along the way, learn about the fascinating history and culture of the neighborhoods you walk through. Customize your pizza tour with a choice of itineraries that cover Little Italy, Greenwich Village and the Lower East Side.

Explore Central Park by pedicab during a 1- or 2-hour tour with a guide who shares informative commentary about New York City's expansive green jewel. You'll pass landmarks such as Strawberry Fields, Bethesda Fountain and Belvedere Castle, and receive a personalized photo book to take home.

Avoid the heavy tourist crowds on a morning group tour of the 9/11 Memorial Museum. Your experience begins before the museum doors open to the public, which gives you a more intimate and immersive experience.  In addition to early admission, you also enjoy a 60-minute guided tour with opportunities to ask questions. Afterwards, explore the museum's exhibits at your own pace.

Step into the shoes of a Roaring Twenties scofflaw on this cocktail tour of Manhattan's best and most secretive speakeasies. Learn about the history of Prohibition and how New Yorkers responded with an underground liquor scene, and then visit six or seven modern incarnations of these vintage watering holes. Discover the locations and hidden entrances of such hard-to-find spots, and enjoy high-quality craft cocktails while soaking up the nostalgic atmosphere.

The sheer number of pizzerias in New York City can be overwhelming. Skip the research and book a pizza-hopping tour through Little Italy and the West Village with stops at up to 4 locations, from well-known establishments to hidden gems. Breeze past long lines with the inside access of your guide, who points out important historic landmarks often missed by visitors along the way.