Top New York City Private Sightseeing Tours

Q: What are the best options for New York City Private Sightseeing Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New York City Private Sightseeing Tours are: Central Park Pedicab Tour by The Big Apple Explore Brooklyn Heights Through Urban Sketching New York City Midtown Manhattan Private Walking Tour Puende de Brooklyn Tour a pie Historia y Vistas de DUMBO -Español Ghosts of Greenwich Village: Private Walking Tour

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for New York City Private Sightseeing Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New York City Private Sightseeing Tours are: Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours Private Central Park Pedicab Tour "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour NYC High Line and Chelsea Market Private Tour Artistic, Alternative Greenwich Village Private Walking Tour View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New York City Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

New York City Private Sightseeing Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours Private Central Park Pedicab Tour "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour NYC High Line and Chelsea Market Private Tour Artistic, Alternative Greenwich Village Private Walking Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which New York City Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New York City Private Sightseeing Tours include Hotel Pickup: Private Guided New York City Tour by SUV Top Rated SUV Tour — Fully Private & Customizable, 3 or 5 Hours One-Day Best of New York Private Tour NYC Limousine Tour (New York "NYC Limo Tour" Limo, SUV Or Van ) NYC Christmas Lights Tour by Limousine, SUV Or VAN. Dyker Heights View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New York City?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in New York City are: New York City Tours & Sightseeing New York City Attraction Tickets New York City Sightseeing Tickets & Passes New York City Luxury & Special Occasions New York City Luxury Tours View all tour styles in New York City →

Central Park Pedicab Tour by The Big Apple

Experience Central Park in comfort with a private pedicab tour that combines relaxing rides with unforgettable photo stops. Led by licensed NYC drivers, this eco‑friendly …More

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Central Park Pedicab Tour by The Big Apple

Experience Central Park in comfort with a private pedicab tour that combines relaxing rides with unforgettable photo stops. Led by licensed NYC drivers, this eco‑friendly...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$45

Explore Brooklyn Heights Through Urban Sketching

You do not need to be an artist to join this tour! :) You only need to have wide eyes and an open heart. This …More

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Explore Brooklyn Heights Through Urban Sketching

You do not need to be an artist to join this tour! :) You only need to have wide eyes and an open heart. This...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$50

New York City Midtown Manhattan Private Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Manhattan on a 3-hour private walking tour of Midtown NYC, tailored just for you. Stroll through the city’s most iconic streets …More

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New York City Midtown Manhattan Private Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Manhattan on a 3-hour private walking tour of Midtown NYC, tailored just for you. Stroll through the city’s most iconic streets...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$49

Puende de Brooklyn Tour a pie Historia y Vistas de DUMBO -Español

A diferencia de otros Brooklyn Bridge tours, este recorrido combina landmarks de Tribeca, arquitectura y un stop fotográfico estratégico en el puente, y luego finaliza …More

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Puende de Brooklyn Tour a pie Historia y Vistas de DUMBO -Español

A diferencia de otros Brooklyn Bridge tours, este recorrido combina landmarks de Tribeca, arquitectura y un stop fotográfico estratégico en el puente, y luego finaliza...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$39

Ghosts of Greenwich Village: Private Walking Tour

Step into the shadows of Greenwich Village on a private haunted walking tour where history and mystery intertwine. • Restless souls beneath Washington Square Park …More

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Ghosts of Greenwich Village: Private Walking Tour

Step into the shadows of Greenwich Village on a private haunted walking tour where history and mystery intertwine. • Restless souls beneath Washington Square Park...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$250

Full Day in New York Tour - NYC in 1 Day

If you are more than 2 people, please contact us directly for pricing. This tour is perfect for somebody looking to see the best hits …More

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Full Day in New York Tour - NYC in 1 Day

If you are more than 2 people, please contact us directly for pricing. This tour is perfect for somebody looking to see the best hits...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$175

Private Tour: Niagara Falls Day Trip from New York City

Completely customized one-day excursion departing from New York City by land to meet all of your needs. Travel in a private vehicle with a personal …More

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Private Tour: Niagara Falls Day Trip from New York City

Completely customized one-day excursion departing from New York City by land to meet all of your needs. Travel in a private vehicle with a personal...

22 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,995

New York Private Walking Tour with a Local

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover New York through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to …More

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New York Private Walking Tour with a Local

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover New York through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to...

2 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$55

Private New York City Food Tour of East Village and Greenwich Village

Combine a great food experience and explore New York sights on this 2-hour private food tour. Discover charming East Village and Greenwich Village neighborhoods and …More

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Private New York City Food Tour of East Village and Greenwich Village

Combine a great food experience and explore New York sights on this 2-hour private food tour. Discover charming East Village and Greenwich Village neighborhoods and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$97

Private September 11 Memorial, Downtown Wall Street Tour

Explore more than 400 years of New York history in just a few hours on this private walking tour. Follow in the footsteps of Manhattan’s …More

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Private September 11 Memorial, Downtown Wall Street Tour

Explore more than 400 years of New York history in just a few hours on this private walking tour. Follow in the footsteps of Manhattan’s...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$80

Private Driving Tour of Brooklyn (Half Day)

Our guide and separate driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you on an adventure to Brooklyn - the oldest and largest …More

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Private Driving Tour of Brooklyn (Half Day)

Our guide and separate driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you on an adventure to Brooklyn - the oldest and largest...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,565

A private guided tour will show you how much there is to see in Central Park — the bridges, structures, art, statues (old and new), …More

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Private Guided Tour of Central Park

A private guided tour will show you how much there is to see in Central Park — the bridges, structures, art, statues (old and new),...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$220

Private New York City Historic Downtown and Wall Street Walking Tour Including 911 Memorial

Take this private walking tour through New York's historic Downtown and learn about some of the most famous places, people and events in city history. …More

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Private New York City Historic Downtown and Wall Street Walking Tour Including 911 Memorial

Take this private walking tour through New York's historic Downtown and learn about some of the most famous places, people and events in city history....

3 to 4 hours

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$329

Private Brooklyn Walking Tour: Brooklyn Bridge DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights

On this private walking tour you and your party will have an unforgettable walk over the famous Brooklyn Bridge that was completed in 1883. Enjoy the …More

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Private Brooklyn Walking Tour: Brooklyn Bridge DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights

On this private walking tour you and your party will have an unforgettable walk over the famous Brooklyn Bridge that was completed in 1883. Enjoy the...

3 hours

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$329

NYC Private Luxury SUV Tour/Pre-Cruise Highlights & Port Drop-Off

Begin your cruise vacation in style with a private, half‑day pre‑cruise tour of New York City. Your guide meets you at your hotel, residence, or …More

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NYC Private Luxury SUV Tour/Pre-Cruise Highlights & Port Drop-Off

Begin your cruise vacation in style with a private, half‑day pre‑cruise tour of New York City. Your guide meets you at your hotel, residence, or...

3 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,275

Skip the Line Kids and Families New York Metropolitan Museum Private Tour

Enjoy a 2.5 hs private tour of the Metropolitan Museum in New York with your kids! Our kid friendly guide will engage the whole family …More

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Skip the Line Kids and Families New York Metropolitan Museum Private Tour

Enjoy a 2.5 hs private tour of the Metropolitan Museum in New York with your kids! Our kid friendly guide will engage the whole family...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$79

Central Park Proposal & Anniversary Carriage Tour (60–65 Min)

Create one of the most unforgettable moments of your life with a private horse carriage experience through the heart of Central Park. The Central Park …More

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Central Park Proposal & Anniversary Carriage Tour (60–65 Min)

Create one of the most unforgettable moments of your life with a private horse carriage experience through the heart of Central Park. The Central Park...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$415

SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown - Food and Culture Tour

Explore the incredible cultural history of revolutionary SoHo, The Food and Organized Crime Epicenter - Little Italy and the diverse and unique tastes and sites …More

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SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown - Food and Culture Tour

Explore the incredible cultural history of revolutionary SoHo, The Food and Organized Crime Epicenter - Little Italy and the diverse and unique tastes and sites...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$145

Soho, Little Italy, Chinatown Private Tour

Come explore three iconic neighborhoods rolled into one tour. Walk the cobblestone streets of Soho the largest cast iron district in the world. Visit the …More

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Soho, Little Italy, Chinatown Private Tour

Come explore three iconic neighborhoods rolled into one tour. Walk the cobblestone streets of Soho the largest cast iron district in the world. Visit the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$275

Private Walking Tour: Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO

From a city of 30, 000 people at the time of the Revolution, New York City's population mushroomed to over a million eighty years later. …More

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Private Walking Tour: Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO

From a city of 30, 000 people at the time of the Revolution, New York City's population mushroomed to over a million eighty years later....

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$479

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for New York City Private Sightseeing Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for New York City Private Sightseeing Tours Tours?

Which New York City Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which New York City Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

New York City Private Sightseeing Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which New York City Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more New York City trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New York City?