Walking Tours in New York City

Considered the Mecca for African-Americans at the turn of the century, Central Harlem is home to Jazz, Lindy Hop and Swing, and continues today to be one of Harlem's most vibrant for the arts, dining and shopping.

On a walking tour through Lower Manhattan, gain insight into the area of New York most affected by 9/11. In addition to navigating for you, your guide ensures you hear little-known facts and anecdotes and see landmarks that visitors often miss, including Trinity Church and the FDNY Memorial Wall. The tour leaves you with time to pay respects and explore the 9/11 Memorial at your own pace.

History and architecture lovers will enjoy this walking tour of New York's Upper West Side. Your guide will help you make sense of the beautiful brown stones, beaux arts, and Queen Anne buildings in the area. As this is a walking tour you'll experience the city from an up-close, intimate perspective, and see beyond the common tourist sites.

In remembrance of the events that took place on September 11, 2001, take this 1.5-hour walking tour of Ground Zero and the National September 11 Memorial. Walk through the space of the former World Trade Center in New York City. A certified guide with a personal connection to the events of that day shares stories of tragedy and heroism. Get a deeper understanding of the events that took place here. Upgrade to add entry into the National September 11 Museum.

Visit Central Park. Walk along the lakes. See the Bethesda Fountain as seen in many movies. Remember Jonh Lennon at Strawberry Fields and in front of Dakota House. Walk along the streets of the Upper East Side.

Discover the many delights of New York City's Central Park on a leisurely Sunday morning walking tour. Stroll along the pathways, gardens, ponds and monuments of Manhattan's beloved 'front and back yard' with a local guide, who will show you the most charming pockets of the sprawling park and share its fascinating history. Also explore the stately buildings and luxurious avenues of the Upper East Side for a classic New York morning.

See all the 9/11-related sits on this guided walking tour of lower Manhattan. Start in St. Paul's Chapel, the oldest church in New York City, a focal point for survivors of the terrorist attack, and then stroll around the cascading pools that is the memorial to 9/11. Learn about the building of the new World Trade Tower and then head to Brookfield Place, a bustling spot filled with lauded restaurants and shops.

Experience the history, landmarks and culture of Lower Manhattan on this Brooklyn Bridge guided walking tour. Follow your friendly local guide through the major highlights and check out the epic views from atop one of the world's most famous bridges. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors or anyone who wants to learn more (and see more) of this city's sites.

Explore the rich history of some of New York City's most interesting neighborhoods - SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown - on this guided, 2-hour walking tour. In SoHo, visit the historic Cast Iron District and learn about 19th-century architecture. In Little Italy, see mob sites and hear about John Gotti, an American mobster who became boss of the Gambino crime family in New York City. In Chinatown, soak up the sights, smells and sounds of this neighborhood, home to the largest portion of Chinese people in the Western Hemisphere.

Get a better understanding of the September 11 attacks on New York City with this 1.5-hour guided walking tour. With a local guide by your side, visit the National September 11 Memorial and Ground Zero and hear stories about the event that changed a country and the world. See the impromptu memorials that sprang up in St Paul's Chapel, the incredible reflecting pools and the Fireman's Memorial. There's also an optional upgrade to visit the One World Observatory.

Midtown Manhattan is home to a heavy concentration of iconic New York landmarks, and on this accessible, small-group walking tour, you can look forward to discovering most of them in the span of just a few hours. Meet your guide at a convenient location, and set off on a stroll that makes many indoor stops, a great option any time of the year. You'll encounter the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, plus other art deco wonders, and will walk down Fifth Avenue, venture into Bryant Park, and explore Grand Central Terminal. As you go, you'll also learn the stories behind the sights.

Stroll through Central Park's most picturesque highlights on a 2-hour walking tour with a professional photographer. Remember your New York City adventure with unforgettable images of you with family or friends as you circle the turrets at Belvedere Castle, walk through blooming paths in the Conservatory Garden, or feed the swans by the iconic Loeb Boathouse. Continue through the park to the Central Park Carousel and the Strawberry Fields Lennon memorial, then finish your tour on elegant 5th avenue, in a neighborhood filled with beloved NYC destinations. 

Step back in time, and immerse yourself in a bygone New York, when you embark on a small-group, history-themed walking tour. You'll learn all about what life was like in 1840s New York, and will spot numerous landmarks from the era. Begin your tour in Astor Place, which was once home to the Astors, Roosevelts, and other elite families. Then, continue down Broadway. Finish in Foley Square: once home to the notorious Five Points neighborhood that was made famous in Gangs of New York.

Whether you're a romcom lover, action movie aficionado, or classic cinema fan, you'll love the TV and Movie tour of Central Park. Follow your Spanish speaking guide to over 30 filming locations for popular television shows and movies. See the the Bethesda Terrace from The Avengers, Wollman Rink from Serendipity, the bandshell from Breakfast at Tiffany's, and much more.

Get to know Alexander Hamilton, one of the founding fathers of the United States, on this guided, 90-minute, small-group walking tour in New York City. Visit the Financial District in Lower Manhattan and see where Hamilton lived and worked. Get to know much more about the man as well as his family and friends. It's a great precursor to the award-winning Broadway musical 'Hamilton.'

Film and television buffs from French-speaking countries will love this half-day tour of filming sites in New York City's Central Park. With a guide in the lead and insightful commentary in French, you'll be sure not to miss a thing. Highlights include Strawberry Fields, the Naumberg Bandshell, the Carousel, the Bow Bridge, and others. Commentary touches on filming of Sex and the City, Ghostbusters, Breakfast at Tiffany's and many more films and television shows featuring the park.

New York may be known for its hustle and bustle, but on this sunrise tour, you'll have the chance to discover its tranquil side. Meet your guide - a trained fitness professional - bright and early at Central Park South. During this two-for-one experience, you'll get to see some of the highlights of New York's best-known public park, can watch the sun rise over the city, and feel refreshed with a series of power walks and yoga-inspired poses and stretches.

See some of the city's most iconic landmarks on this walking tour that highlights 9/11 history, Battery Park and Wall Street. Follow your expert guide through the streets of Lower Manhattan, where you'll get an up close look at towering skyscrapers, the famous bull, and the newest 9/11 Memorial.

Visit more than 30 movie locations in Central Park on this walking tour with German speaking Guide, perfect for film buffs and first-time visitors alike. Visit the Wollman Rink, the Bow Bridge, the Carousel, the Naumberg Bandshell, Strawberry Fields and more to see where famous movies such as 'Serendipity,' 'Breakfast at Tiffany's,' 'The Avengers,' 'When Harry Met Sally,' 'Ghostbusters' and 'Sex and the City' were filmed. This is a unique, interesting and fun way to experience Central Park and its many attractions.

Take a combo tour through 2 of New York City's most popular destinations: Central Park and Rockefeller Center. Going with a guide eliminates the stress of finding your way through the park, as its size makes it easy to get lost. Afterwards, you enjoy skip-the-line access for the Rockefeller Center observation deck with panoramic views of Manhattan.