Christmas and New Year's Eve in NYC

Written by Viator, November 2010

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I watched a lot of the Today show when I was a kid. My mom had it on every morning before school, and it's safe to say that Jane Pauley, Willard Scott and later Katie Couric and Matt Lauer were a large part of my life. I honestly enjoyed the Today show, and every year, I'd look forward to the Christmas holidays when they'd show the huge tree outside of Rockefeller Center.

That tree is just one of many famous, illuminated New York City landmarks, and Viator offers a guided, early-evening tour of the Big Apple's favorite holiday lighting displays. You'll see the Rockefeller Center tree, of course, as well as the shops on Fifth Avenue and Lord and Taylor's animated window displays. I love driving around various neighborhoods every year looking at Christmas lights, and this tour, chock full of holiday magic, takes that enjoyment to the next level. New York is fantastic all year round, but there's something really special about it at Christmas. You don't want to miss it!

Another Christmas activity specific to New York is the show at Radio City Music Hall. The Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular features performances by the Rockettes, a live manger scene and the music of the Nutcracker. I'd say this show is a perfect holiday experience for families visiting the City at Christmas; if you pair this show with the light tour, your kids will have a Christmas they'll never forget. Book early, so you can get good seats at the show!

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Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: New Year's Eve Cruise in New York City

My husband and I had a wonderful new year's eve. The firework at the statue of liberty was incredibly beautiful, the atmosphere on board really great. It was nice that the let us board one hour earlier so we did not have to wait in the cold. Drinks and music were nice, but we did not like the food.

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Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: New Year's Eve Dinner Cruise in New York

Fabulous! A night that all of us will remember for years to come. Worth every penny and a much better experience than standing in the cold in Times Square.

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Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: New Year's Eve Cruise in New York City

This was a superb way to spend New Years Eve, it was our first time in New York for New Years and experienced some of the craziness of Times Square, but this was a much more relaxed, fun way to enjoy. Superb value for money, as much food and drink you could wish for (not to mention the warmth - which you don't have on Times Square!). Staff all very nice and friendly.

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