Top New York City Private Sightseeing Tours

Get to know Central Park, the most visited urban park in the United States, on a private, 1 or 2-hour pedicab tour tour. Take a leisurely ride around this iconic New York City landmark, exploring its many bridges, fountains and statues while learning about its history and design from the experienced driver/guide. See the spots featured in more than 300 different films since 1908 and discover interesting details and anecdotes about the park.

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.

See New York City like a celebrity — via a comfortable SUV. This private 3-hour tour of Lower Manhattan shows you the best of the borough, taking you to historic Greenwich Village, SoHo, TriBeCa, Chinatown and Little Italy, among other neighborhoods and sites. Learn about the history of each place and get out of the SUV when you like to take photos. Can't get enough of New York? Upgrade to the 5-hour tour to explore Upper and Mid-Manhattan.

Get a personalized introduction to New York City's legendary arts showcase on a private tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Housing more than 2 million objects, this renowned institution can be overwhelming to explore, so let a private art historian guide show you all the highlights, from Henry VIII’s armor and paintings by Vermeer to the Chicago Stock Exchange steps and pop culture memorabilia. Opt for an evening tour on the weekends to explore away from the daytime crowds.

Make your experience of the poignant National 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero a personal one on a private 1.5-hour walking tour in New York City. While listening to first-hand accounts of the 2001 terror attacks — from a guide personally affected to the tragic events — you’ll visit significant sites such as the Fireman’s Memorial, St. Paul’s Chapel, and the National 9/11 Memorial’s twin reflecting pools, the largest man-made waterfalls in North America. Upgrade to include entry to the One World Observatory to avoid waiting in line, instead heading straight to the 100th floor's observation deck on a super-speed elevator.

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.

Discover Central Park and Times Square with your own private photographer on a 2-hour walking tour in New York City. Your photographer-guide conducts a professional photo shoot of your party as you visit Times Square, Central Park highlights like Strawberry Fields and Bethesda Fountain, and the Plaza Hotel. Includes tour, tips on navigating the Big Apple, and a zip drive with your photos delivered by email within 48 hours.

See Central Park in fun, New York City style with a private pedicab tour that accommodates up to two adults and one child. Choose a 1- or 2-hour tour, then explore the sites that interest you most as your guide pedals you down tree-lined paths towards manicured gardens, historic fountains and a turret-topped castle. Stretch your legs at Bethesda Terrace, take in the scenery from Cherry Hill and visit the Lennon memorial in Strawberry Fields. Longer tours continue to Belvedere Castle for sweeping views of the city.  

Enjoy a private, customized tour of New York City in a luxury SUV. Choose between a 4-, 5- or 6-hour tour and select from any number of popular locations, like Times Square and the Theatre District, Central Park, Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge. Focus on one area or see it all. A wide variety of departure times, from morning to evening, are available. New York City hotel pickup and drop-off included. The price shown is per vehicle, for up to six guests.

Discover Harlem's top attractions during a 3-hour walking tour. Known as a hub for African-American arts since the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, the iconic neighborhood is home to the legendary Apollo Theater, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Studio Museum of Harlem, Sylvia's Soul Food restaurant, and architectural masterpieces such as Striver's Row, Shepard Hall at the City College of New York, and the Hamilton Grange National Memorial.

Feel like a New York VIP for the day during this 4-hour private group sightseeing tour including a private guide and a chauffeur-driven vehicle. Explore the Big Apple by car and on foot as you visit attractions such as the Broadway Theater District, the stores of 5th Avenue, Central Park, the West Village, Wall Street and much more.

Explore the city like a local with this New York tour by subway and bus. You'll journey through the crowded streets with your private guide as you make your way to popular sights, local attractions and historic landmarks. See iconic neighborhoods, travel back in time and learn how to navigate one of the largest public transit systems in the world on this tour. Choose between a half- or full-day tour.

Arrive in style or end your Broadway evening with a private limousine tour of New York City landmarks.  Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne and marvel at the vivid skyline before or after taking in a show on the Great White Way. See Times Square, the Chrysler and Empire State Buildings, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, and more as you ride through Manhattan like a celebrity.  

See New York City from the air on a 30-minute, private helicopter tour from downtown Manhattan that’s customized for your interests. Fly over the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan skyscrapers: your private pilot will create the perfect route for your group. This 30-minute, private helicopter tour is priced per group, and accommodates up to 5 passengers.

Experience the Big Apple in style on a 2-hour private tour by party bus or limousine.  Take in Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and other iconic attractions more from the comfort of your private vehicle.  You have the opportunity to stop in DUMBO Brooklyn for a classic photos in front of the Manhattan Skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. If you choose the party bus, enjoy complimentary champagne during the tour.

Discover the art, history, artifacts, and exhibits during this private, guided tour designed for families and kids. Meet your guide and set off on an interactive, fun-filled tour of the museums top exhibits that’s tailor-made for little ones. Merge education and excitement by visiting the Egyptian, Roman and Greek collections and more. Includes skip-the-line access.

This 5-hour private walking tour of downtown Manhattan includes visits to the 9/11 Memorial, the One World Observatory, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty. Round-trip ferry ticket and all entrance fees are included on this private tour, which guarantees personalized attention from your guide.

See New York City in a city slicker style with this 3-hour private tour in a chauffeured limousine around Lower Manhattan. As you lavishly cruise the streets of Lower Manhattan learn about the history of the city and of each place you pass by. See some legendary landmarks and neighborhoods such as Chinatown, the Lower East Side and One World Trade Center. Cross the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Consider an upgrade to a 5-hour tour to include Upper and Mid-Manhattan, the perfect way to get to know New York in a day.

With so many sights to see in New York City, make sure you get to see the ones that matter most to you. This private 8-hour tour of the city is tailored to your wants and needs. Your customized itinerary takes you to the places you request, and your private guide's commentary is based on your interests. See famous places such as Grand Central Station, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Fifth Avenue, the National September 11 Memorial and Museum, Wall Street, and the Brooklyn Bridge.

Flytographer 60min Vacation PhotoshootConnect with a local New York City photographer to capture your most memorable moments during this private shoot with a professional photographer. Get insider tips on the best things to do in New York, including where to eat and what to see.  Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality, vacation photos The best souvenir ever.

Tour New York City in a new and fun way with this private tour in Jeep Wrangler. With your expert local guide by your side, cruise the streets of the Big Apple in a new Jeep seeing famous neighborhoods like Greenwich Village, SoHo and the Lower East Side. This tour has a maximum of just four participants. 

As one of the largest art collections in the country, the Metropolitan Museum of Art can be overwhelming to navigate alone. As an alternative to standard day tours, the Shady Ladies tour highlights bold and scandalous women that visitors to the Met often miss. From ancient Greek mistresses to 19th-century Parisian elite, you guide delves into little-known secrets of art and art history.

Encounter the extremes of Earth without leaving New York City on a guided tour of the American Museum of Natural History. From prehistoric giants like the Tyrannosaurus rex and wooly mammoth to the giant blue whale and animals of the African savannah, come face-to-face with skeletons and dioramas featuring some of the planet's most astounding species, and even explore the outer reaches of the cosmos. A dedicated guide makes sure you see the highlights of the massive collection spread out over 28 different buildings.

Delve into the history of the buildings that define the New York City skyline on a private, 3-hour walking architecture tour. Stroll down the famous 42nd Street corridor with a longtime New York resident and architectural expert, stopping along the way to learn about Midtown Manhattan's most iconic structures like the Chrysler Building, Ford Foundation, Grand Central Station and the the New York Public Library. Price is per group, based on a maximum of six people.