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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 395 reviews

Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

Glide through Central Park in a tranquil 1-hour pedicab ride. Discover iconic landmarks and hidden retreats that echo New York's storied past.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1634 reviews

Discover Hasidic Brooklyn with a local Rabbi

Learn about Hasidic traditions and the rhythms of daily community life on a vibrant Brooklyn tour. Wander through Crown Heights with a local Rabbi born, raised, and rooted in the neighborhood.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 446 reviews

Take photos with a celebrity photographer

The cost is $125 per person & $99 per person for groups. The $10 fee to reserve your spot. The remainder is paid after your shoot. All shoots are private and you'll receive 30-40 images the same day.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 946 reviews

Spray paint in Bushwick with local street artist

Paint your own graffiti at New York's premier street art hub.

4.85 out of 5 average rating, 2255 reviews

Learn about New York mafia with retired detectives

Hear mafia stories from a retired NYPD detective on a 1.5 mile walk through Little Italy, once a hub for notorious crime families. Enjoy a cannoli (10am), lunch (11am), or dinner (4:30pm).

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Central Park Pedicab Guided Tour

MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE. Discover Central Park in comfort on a private pedicab tour! Enjoy iconic sights, movie spots, and photo stops as your friendly guide shares fun stories and facts along the way.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 718 reviews

The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour

Wander through Central Harlem, the vibrant heart of the Civil Rights movement. Stroll with a licensed New York City tour guide and photographer who self-published a book on the subject

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 2740 reviews

Full-day "see it all" NYC walking tour

Venture through iconic NY landmarks and hidden secrets with a born and bred native New Yorker! . Over six hours you’ll see famous landmarks, hidden gems, and the best spots to eat and shop.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 1328 reviews

A Tipsy Adventure Through Speakeasy History

Walk through Midtown New York, retrace immigrant steps, and toast prohibition cocktails. 21+

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 481 reviews

Zen Weaving: Create a Wabi-Sabi Tapestry in Dumbo

Weave a wabi-sabi tapestry using endless yarns on a loom in Brooklyn's Dumbo. Join Yukako, a 25-year weaving expert, as you explore Japanese textile arts and mindful creativity.

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5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Met Museum of Art Highlights in a Small Group Tour

Tour Met's highlights: Egyptian tombs, Monet & Singer Sargent, a holy chalice, and more. Tickets included.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

Create your signature scent at a perfume bar

Practice the art of bespoke fragrance creation to build a scent that's uniquely your own.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Attend gospel brunch at Red Rooster in Harlem

Dine at Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster for an iconic meal and performance by Mama Foundation for the Arts' Sing Harlem Choir. Meet with the creators and hear their story of their impact on Harlem.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Times Square's Ultimate Donut & Broadway Adventure

Glaze the day on a guided walking tour through Times Square, tasting incredible donuts from beloved local shops while discovering Broadway, iconic landmarks, and the sweet side of New York City.

5 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews

Meet The Met: Extended Metropolitan Museum Tour

Explore centuries of art from around the world on a guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum in NYC. Tickets included.

3 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Ride through Manhattan's top city sights by bike

Bypass traffic and see the best of NYC on a 3.5-hour cycling adventure with a local guide.

4.73 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews

Cycle through scenic Central Park with a guide

This 2 hour guided bike tour includes stops at essential attractions of Central Park while guides provide in-depth narration and stop for photo opportunities at hidden gems throughout the tour.

4.33 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Bike the Brooklyn Bridge

Be guided on a two-hour ride with stops through Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.

4.67 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Visit Lady Liberty & Ellis Island with a historian

Explore the history of liberty, migration, and American identity at two UNESCO sites.