Top New York Cultural & Theme Tours

Q: What are the best options for New York Cultural & Theme Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New York Cultural & Theme Tours are: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket Stand Up Comedy Show + Mini Golf!

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for New York Cultural & Theme Tours Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New York Cultural & Theme Tours are: New York Catacombs by Candlelight NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports NYC Grand Central Station Secrets Small Group Tour Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour NYC 9/11 Memorial and Museum Ticket with Tour Options View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New York Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

New York Cultural & Theme Tours with Instant Confirmation include: New York Catacombs by Candlelight NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports NYC Grand Central Station Secrets Small Group Tour Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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

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

Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

Nothing says Christmas like Dyker Heights, the most famous display of lights on the planet. Locals have been decorating their homes—personally and professionally—since the '80s, …More

New York City, USA

4.6 (844)

Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

Nothing says Christmas like Dyker Heights, the most famous display of lights on the planet. Locals have been decorating their homes—personally and professionally—since the '80s,...

3 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (844)

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$63

Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC

Explore beyond the Big Apple with a full-day tour to Washington DC from New York City. You'll capture the spirit of "the home of the …More

New York City, USA

4.4 (2,026)

Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC

Explore beyond the Big Apple with a full-day tour to Washington DC from New York City. You'll capture the spirit of "the home of the...

11 to 13 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (2,026)

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$129

NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney

Ranked among the Top 50 Tours Worldwide in 2024 by Cool Shore Excursions’s Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best of the Best. Hear the stories of …More

New York City, USA

4.7 (2,837)

NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney

Ranked among the Top 50 Tours Worldwide in 2024 by Cool Shore Excursions’s Travelers’ Choice Awards – Best of the Best. Hear the stories of...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (2,837)

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$42

Discover the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets, and a guided missile submarine at the Intrepid Museum in New York …More

New York City, USA

4.7 (849)

Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket

Discover the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets, and a guided missile submarine at the Intrepid Museum in New York...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (849)

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$38

Tucked inside an immersive mini-golf and restaurant experience, Highline Comedy Club is NYC’s secret spot for world-class laughs and playful fun—just steps from Chelsea Market, …More

New York City, USA

4.8 (80)

Stand Up Comedy Show + Mini Golf!

Tucked inside an immersive mini-golf and restaurant experience, Highline Comedy Club is NYC’s secret spot for world-class laughs and playful fun—just steps from Chelsea Market,...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.8 (80)

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$19

Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with exclusive access to the Statue of Liberty on this unforgettable 4-hour private tour. With your personal guide, discover the incredible …More

New York City, USA

4.9 (407)

Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour

Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience with exclusive access to the Statue of Liberty on this unforgettable 4-hour private tour. With your personal guide, discover the incredible...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (407)

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$190

Lower East Side Food Tour: Iconic Eats & NYC History Walking Tour

Join this 3-hour New York City walking tour to sample the best ethnic foods in the Lower East Side. But this experience includes much more …More

New York City, USA

4.9 (1,060)

Lower East Side Food Tour: Iconic Eats & NYC History Walking Tour

Join this 3-hour New York City walking tour to sample the best ethnic foods in the Lower East Side. But this experience includes much more...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,060)

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$50

The Birthplace of Hip Hop Harlem and The Bronx

If you're into hip-hop, or want to see another side of NYC, take a tour with one of hip-hop's Grandmasters! Suitable for all ages, this …More

New York City, USA

4.9 (433)

The Birthplace of Hip Hop Harlem and The Bronx

If you're into hip-hop, or want to see another side of NYC, take a tour with one of hip-hop's Grandmasters! Suitable for all ages, this...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (433)

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$95

Visit the legendary locker rooms of the Knicks and Rangers on non-game days** Exclusive access to backstage areas of the arena, plus visit a luxury …More

New York City, USA

4.3 (131)

Madison Square Garden Tour Experience

Visit the legendary locker rooms of the Knicks and Rangers on non-game days** Exclusive access to backstage areas of the arena, plus visit a luxury...

1 hour

4.3 (131)

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$49

Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Food Tour: Local Eats & Iconic Views

Taste your way through Brooklyn on a guided food walking tour of DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights. Enjoy iconic NYC pizza and local favorites, meet the …More

Brooklyn, USA

4.9 (545)

Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Food Tour: Local Eats & Iconic Views

Taste your way through Brooklyn on a guided food walking tour of DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights. Enjoy iconic NYC pizza and local favorites, meet the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (545)

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$60

Greenwich Village Group Haunted Ghost Tour, in NYC

Greenwich Village is home to centuries of haunting history. Come discover it on a shared ghost tour, that will change your perception of New York City. This …More

New York City, USA

4.7 (168)

Greenwich Village Group Haunted Ghost Tour, in NYC

Greenwich Village is home to centuries of haunting history. Come discover it on a shared ghost tour, that will change your perception of New York City. This...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.7 (168)

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$30

This fully guided 5-hour tour of Niagara Falls, NY is perfect for families with children. The tour covers all the highlights of the Falls and …More

Niagara Falls, USA

4.8 (70)

Niagara Falls USA Premium Tour: Helicopter & Maid of the Mist

This fully guided 5-hour tour of Niagara Falls, NY is perfect for families with children. The tour covers all the highlights of the Falls and...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (70)

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$299

Wall Street Insider Tour with a Finance Professional

Come explore the beginnings of the Big Apple right here in NYC's Financial District. This immersive tour is led by former traders, bankers, brokers, and …More

New York City, USA

4.8 (598)

Wall Street Insider Tour with a Finance Professional

Come explore the beginnings of the Big Apple right here in NYC's Financial District. This immersive tour is led by former traders, bankers, brokers, and...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (598)

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$39

See It All New York City Walking and Boat Guided Tour

This unique tour is hosted by an experienced tour guide who is a native New Yorker. You will learn about the history and culture of …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (155)

See It All New York City Walking and Boat Guided Tour

This unique tour is hosted by an experienced tour guide who is a native New Yorker. You will learn about the history and culture of...

6 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (155)

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$80

Sunset, Golden Hour, Twilight, Happy Hour, whatever your favorite description, nothing beats seeing New York City from the water as the sun is setting on …More

New York City, USA

4.9 (254)

2-Hour NYC Golden Hour Sunset Cruise

Sunset, Golden Hour, Twilight, Happy Hour, whatever your favorite description, nothing beats seeing New York City from the water as the sun is setting on...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (254)

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$38

Philadelphia and Amish Country, 1-Day Tour from NYC

Explore the countryside outside New York on a day trip to Philadelphia and Lancaster County, home of the Amish people. You'll drive through the beautiful …More

New York City, USA

4.3 (669)

Philadelphia and Amish Country, 1-Day Tour from NYC

Explore the countryside outside New York on a day trip to Philadelphia and Lancaster County, home of the Amish people. You'll drive through the beautiful...

11 to 13 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (669)

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$139

Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island and Immigration Museum

No trip to New York would be complete without visiting and learning about one of the most well-known monuments in the world: the Statue of …More

New York City, USA

4.4 (501)

Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island and Immigration Museum

No trip to New York would be complete without visiting and learning about one of the most well-known monuments in the world: the Statue of...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (501)

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$49

New York Private 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum Ticket

The terrorist attack in New York on September 11, 2001 is one of the most important events in the city’s history, and you can gain …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (283)

New York Private 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum Ticket

The terrorist attack in New York on September 11, 2001 is one of the most important events in the city’s history, and you can gain...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (283)

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$45

New York Christmas Holiday Small-Group Walking Tour

New York City during the holidays is nothing short of magical—and there’s no better way to experience it than on this festive guided walking tour …More

New York City, USA

4.6 (76)

New York Christmas Holiday Small-Group Walking Tour

New York City during the holidays is nothing short of magical—and there’s no better way to experience it than on this festive guided walking tour...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (76)

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$28

Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Expert Guide

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is vast, but you don’t need all day to experience its highlights. On this expertly curated guided tour, see some …More

New York City, USA

4.9 (628)

Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Expert Guide

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is vast, but you don’t need all day to experience its highlights. On this expertly curated guided tour, see some...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (628)

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$52

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 Cultural & Theme Tours?

What are the best kid-friendly options for New York Cultural & Theme Tours Tours?

Which New York Cultural & Theme Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which New York Cultural & Theme Tours have Free Cancellation?

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

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I need a ride! Which New York Cultural & Theme Tours have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New York Cultural & Theme Tours include Hotel Pickup:

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