Top New York City Walking Tours

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

• 175 Reviews
• Get up close and personal with Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty on this 4.5-hour tour of two New York City legendary landmarks. Listen to the live narration from you guide through your own personal headset and learn about the history of both historical spots. Enjoy access to reserve line boarding on the ferry and then take in the amazing views of southern Manhattan as you cross New York Harbor. Explore the Statue of Liberty’s onsite museum before ascending to the pedestal for views of the city skyline from 10 stories up. Relive America's immigrant experience through personal narratives and images in the Ellis Island checkpoint museum.
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Lower East Side Food and Culture Tour

• 98 Reviews
• From stroopwafel to mozzarella to knishes, there are many amazing eats on Manhattan’s Lower East Side. This small-group 3-hour guided Lower East Side walking tour takes your taste buds to the most edible parts of the historic neighborhood. Emphasizing immigration and its influence on the area, the tour focuses history—and the food—of one of the city’s most dynamic areas. The small group means you’ll get easier access to the guide.
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High Line Park and Greenwich Village Food Tour

• 70 Reviews
• Explore two of Manhattan’s most unique destinations while tantalizing your taste buds on this 3.5-hour combo tour of High Line Park and Greenwich Village. Stroll along the leafy expanse of New York’s newest public park, built on an elevated former railway line along the city’s West Side. After working up an appetite, follow your senses on a tasting tour through trendy Greenwich Village. Learn about the neighborhood’s bohemian history and high-profile residents while stopping to sample authentic Big Apple eats like pizza, chocolate and Italian specialties.
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Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

• 17 Reviews
• Get a personal introduction to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island on a 4-hour, private tour led by a local guide, and explore two of New York City’s most iconic sites at your own pace. Hear inspiring stories about the design and construction of the Statue of Liberty as you explore her pedestal and museum. Learn about the immigrants that came to Ellis Island from around the world in the fascinating Ellis Island Museum. This fully-customizable private tour is a perfect fit for families and groups with limited mobility.
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9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Upgrade

• 1,210 Reviews
• 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.
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Small-Group Tour of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

• 79 Reviews
• Immerse yourself in New York City history with this 4-hour visit to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Get priority boarding on the Liberty Island ferry, which takes you to the iconic Statue of Liberty. With your local guide, head inside the pedestal, visit the Statue of Liberty Museum, then hit the observation deck for unbeatable views of Manhattan. Back on board the ferry, continue to Ellis Island for an interesting lesson on immigration history from 1892 to 1954. Ferry tickets and all entrance fees are included.
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New York Three Neighborhood Food Tour

• 42 Reviews
• Taste your way through three of New York City’s most iconic neighborhoods: Little Italy, Chinatown and SoHo. Enjoy a gourmet dinner in four delicious courses as you follow your experienced guide through the heart of Manhattan. Pause for authentic NYC pizza and traditional Italian cured meats, try the cannoli at a historic bakery, then nibble savory dumplings in Chinatown. Explore the neighborhoods’ sights and landmarks along the route, get an insider’s perspective on the city’s culinary culture, and hear the fascinating stories behind these three NYC immigrant enclaves.
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Disney on Broadway Behind-the-Scenes Walking Tour

• 16 Reviews
• Go behind-the-scenes of Broadway with a family friendly 2.5-hour walking tour of New York City's iconic theatre district, culminating with a trip to Disney's flagship New Amsterdam Theatre. Stroll along Broadway Avenue, learning about local landmarks and legends as you go. Then take a 1-hour tour of the New Amsterdam Theatre. An onsite historian shares details on what goes into making Disney musicals like 'Mary Poppins' and 'The Lion King' and give you exclusive access to the theatre's prop and costumes studio, where the shows truly come to life.
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Hell's Kitchen Food Tour and Central Park Stroll

• 54 Reviews
• Eat your way through the fascinating mix of ethnic specialties found in New York's Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood, then discover the secrets of Central Park during this 4-hour guided tour. Sample the melting pot of cultures, including Middle Eastern, Latin and Cajun, that call Hell’s Kitchen home, snacking on some their most typical dishes. As you proceed, your guide will also share details about the neighborhood’s history. Then head to the 843-acre (341-hectare) Central Park, the beating heart of New York City. Visit lesser-known sections of this sprawling green space unknown to most tourists, and learn some of the park’s hidden secrets.
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Harlem Gospel and Brunch Tour

• 17 Reviews
• Experience Harlem’s authentic sounds and flavors on a 4-hour, guided walking tour with a gospel service and brunch. Follow your experienced guide through the heart of the Mount Morris Historic District, where well-preserved brownstone homes evoke New York City’s gilded age. See the storied historic theater, then attend a local gospel service to clap, stomp and sing along to classic Harlem melodies. Finish your tour with brunch at a local restaurant, and enjoy a leisurely Sunday morning in one of Manhattan’s most vivid neighborhoods. 
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3-Hour Afternoon Walking Food and Drink Tour in Brooklyn

• From Italian to Middle Eastern, New American to everything artisan, this NYC food tour shows you the best bites Brooklyn has to offer, from the people who make cuisine an art form. Sample breads, cheeses, pastries and more to nibble at the rich palette that is the New York food scene, and do it all with a local by your side to give you the lowdown on why this city is just so darn tasty.
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Private New York Walking Tour with a Personal Photographer

• 295 Reviews
• Enjoy a private, customized walking tour of New York City with a guide who is also a professional photographer. There’s no need for selfies on this exclusive New York photo tour. The guide will serve as both a personal photographer and tour leader while exploring New York City’s most iconic landmarks. Select from any number of popular locations, like Times Square and the Theatre District, Central Park, Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge.
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9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum

• 17 Reviews
• Follow your friendly and professional native New Yorker guide through this informative tour that showcases the beauty and the horror of the World Trade Center and 9/11. Your guide will share stories about the impact of this historic date. You'll visit the 9/11 Memorial, St Paul's Church and the Fireman's Memorial, as well as the New York Stock Exchange, Wall Street and more. Whether it's your first time in New York, or you're returning to the Big Apple, this unique tour experience is not to be missed.
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SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Walking Tour

• 60 Reviews
• 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 Cast Iron Historic 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 the neighborhood.
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NYC Speakeasy Walking Tour

• 22 Reviews
• 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.
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Small-Group New York City Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village

• 6 Reviews
• Greenwich Village is one of New York City’s most beautiful and famous neighborhoods. It’s also one of its most haunted. Take a spooky stroll through ‘the village’ on this guided, 2-hour walking ghost tour. Visit Washington Square Park, the Big Apple’s most haunted park, and see the infamous ‘Hanging Tree.’ Check out the Brown Building on the campus of New York University, plus 14 West 10th Street, the most haunted house in Manhattan and more. Hear chilling stories of celebrity ghosts, lost children, phantoms and much more.
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High Line and Chelsea Walking Tour

• 59 Reviews
• An instant classic with locals and tourists since the day it opened in 2009, the High Line is a former railway line on the west side of Manhattan that has been converted into a dynamic park. This 2-hour guided tour walks you through the High Line as well as the cosmopolitan neighborhood it runs through, Chelsea. The Chelsea walking tour reveals amazing architecture and art along the way.
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Manhattan to Brooklyn NYC Walking Tour: Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo

• 77 Reviews
• Explore the world-famous Brooklyn Bridge on this guided, 2-hour walking tour from Manhattan to the trendy Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest bridges in the United States, connecting the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn by spanning the East River. Learn about its history, dating back to 1869, from your guide and enjoy a leisurely stroll into Dumbo (aka Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass), known for its high-end boutiques, delicious desserts, pizza shops, art galleries and scenic waterfront views.
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SoHo Wine Tasting and Walking Tour

• 12 Reviews
• Spend a delightful day in New York City's SoHo neighborhood with a delicious food and wine walking tour! Join your oenophile guide as you stop in at two unique dining destinations to sample wines from around the world, each paired with sweet or savory bites. Chat with restaurateurs, compare tasting notes and make new friends on this small-group tour, with numbers limited to 12 people for a personalized experience.
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Greenwich Village Walking Tour

• 53 Reviews
• Greenwich Village, or simply the Village, is one of New York City’s most beautiful and famous neighborhoods. Take a guided 2-hour walking tour of this legendary Lower Manhattan space, an important landmark on the map of American bohemian culture. Learn how it became a birthplace of the ’60s counterculture movement. Hear about the famous artists who once lived here, from  Edgar Allan Poe to Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and countless others. Walk the winding streets and visit popular Washington Square Park, reliving more than 200 years of history.
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Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Walking Tour with Optional Pedestal Upgrade

• 10 Reviews
• Visit New York City’s most iconic sites with a 5-hour, small-group walking tour to the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the 9/11 Memorial. Board a ferry across New York Harbor as your guide shares stories about Lady Liberty’s remarkable construction, enjoy panoramic views from her viewing platform, then follow the footsteps of generations of immigrants that traveled to America through Ellis Island. Return to the city to experience the poignant National September 11 Memorial, a tribute to civilians, police, firefighters and military that died in the 2001 attacks.
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Small Group Walking Tour of New York City Architecture

• 48 Reviews
• Discover New York City’s iconic architecture on this guided, 3-hour, small-group tour along 42nd Street. Learn about the evolution of the city’s buildings, from the late-19th century through modern day. Walk from Tudor City, the first residential skyscraper complex in the world, to Times Square. Learn about Beaux Arts, Art Deco and the International Style while exploring the inside and outside of iconic buildings like the Chrysler Building, the Daily News Building, Grand Central Terminal and more.
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New York City Original Rock 'n' Roll Walking Tour

• 89 Reviews
• Discover the three genres of music that helped form rock culture in New York City’s East Village on this guided, 2-hour rock walk. Rock, punk and glam helped introduce new music, rock ’n’ roll fashion and a way of life to the world. See where bands like the Ramones, the New York Dolls, the Velvet Underground, Led Zeppelin, Iggy Pop and others wrote music and played gigs. Soak up the rich musical history and get to know the East Village rock scene on the Original Rock ’n’ Roll Walking Tour.
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9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour with Optional One World Observatory Entrance

• 75 Reviews
• 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.
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