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New York Literary, Art & Music Tours with Instant Confirmation include: NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports NYC Grand Central Station Secrets Small Group Tour "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Exclusive Guided Tour The Birthplace of Hip Hop Harlem and The Bronx Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Expert Guide View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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This tour is dedicated to the spectacular street art of Manhattan’s most chic and fashionable neighborhood. We will stop by some of the most inspiring …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (5)

Street art tour at Soho

This tour is dedicated to the spectacular street art of Manhattan’s most chic and fashionable neighborhood. We will stop by some of the most inspiring...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$260

New York Flying-dress photoshoot with iconic NYC views

As Guccio Gucci once said, “Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.” That’s why so many travelers (and locals!) trust us to get the …More

Brooklyn, USA

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New York Flying-dress photoshoot with iconic NYC views

As Guccio Gucci once said, “Quality is remembered long after price is forgotten.” That’s why so many travelers (and locals!) trust us to get the...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$495

Experience New York City's iconic theater district paired with drinks in an unforgettable tour created by Emmy® winning journalist Jacki Thrapp and Broadway World award …More

New York City, USA

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The Boozy Broadway Walking Tour

Experience New York City's iconic theater district paired with drinks in an unforgettable tour created by Emmy® winning journalist Jacki Thrapp and Broadway World award...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$45

Custom Private NYC Architecture, Design and City Tour

Our walking tours take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning sights, buildings and places that define our extraordinary city. Led by Dr. Ivan …More

New York City, USA

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Custom Private NYC Architecture, Design and City Tour

Our walking tours take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning sights, buildings and places that define our extraordinary city. Led by Dr. Ivan...

2 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$599

Murals and Mosaics of Spanish Harlem: Amazing Street Art

The street art of Spanish Harlem (AKA East Harlem or El Barrio) tells us so much about the history, culture, & politics of this under-appreciated …More

New York City, USA

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Murals and Mosaics of Spanish Harlem: Amazing Street Art

The street art of Spanish Harlem (AKA East Harlem or El Barrio) tells us so much about the history, culture, & politics of this under-appreciated...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$45

City Cruises NYC: Signature Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Pier 15

Our New York City Signature Brunch Cruise is an unforgettable experience. Dine and dance on the East River with views of the city’s magnificent skyline …More

New York City, USA

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City Cruises NYC: Signature Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Pier 15

Our New York City Signature Brunch Cruise is an unforgettable experience. Dine and dance on the East River with views of the city’s magnificent skyline...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$105

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

Brooklyn, USA

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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

Greenwich Village Rock and Roll Tour *Rock Junket Tours

Rockjunket.com offers a unique look at Greenwich Village discussing Dylan, Hendrix, The beats, music venues, album covers and more. …More

New York City, USA

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Greenwich Village Rock and Roll Tour *Rock Junket Tours

Rockjunket.com offers a unique look at Greenwich Village discussing Dylan, Hendrix, The beats, music venues, album covers and more....

2 hours

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$47

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

New York City, USA

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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

Street Art Tour in New York City with Local Expert Guide

Having been a place where many various cultures, races and ages meet each other, New York has developed a unique cultural background. Street art now …More

Brooklyn, USA

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Street Art Tour in New York City with Local Expert Guide

Having been a place where many various cultures, races and ages meet each other, New York has developed a unique cultural background. Street art now...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$159

Art, History & Waterfront Views in DUMBO

Soak up the art, food & views in one of the most beautiful and iconic parts of the city, led by local art expert and …More

Brooklyn, USA

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Art, History & Waterfront Views in DUMBO

Soak up the art, food & views in one of the most beautiful and iconic parts of the city, led by local art expert and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$60

Art-full Discovery Walk of Tribeca & SoHo (& Nolita)

The neighborhoods of SoHo and Tribeca are a place where art, history and creativity converge to create a unique and ever-evolving cultural landscape. SoHo, short …More

New York City, USA

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Art-full Discovery Walk of Tribeca & SoHo (& Nolita)

The neighborhoods of SoHo and Tribeca are a place where art, history and creativity converge to create a unique and ever-evolving cultural landscape. SoHo, short...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$50

Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture

Get the most out of Woodlawn Cemetery with this self-guided walking tour produced by an Emmy-nominated storyteller. • Dig up scandalous stories of NYC's illustrious, …More

Bronx, USA

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Woodlawn Cemetery: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Gilded Age Art and Architecture

Get the most out of Woodlawn Cemetery with this self-guided walking tour produced by an Emmy-nominated storyteller. • Dig up scandalous stories of NYC's illustrious,...

120 to 150 minutes

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$12

Experience the soulful and vibrant energy of Harlem like never before through our exciting Harlem Saturday Gospel and Brunch Tour. Say goodbye to the stress …More

New York City, USA

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Harlem Saturday Gospel and Brunch Tour

Experience the soulful and vibrant energy of Harlem like never before through our exciting Harlem Saturday Gospel and Brunch Tour. Say goodbye to the stress...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$120

Visit The Guggenheim Museum & 3h Manhattan Walking Tour

Discover the city of New York and see over 20 of the city’s most iconic landmarks, then visit the world-famous Guggenheim Museum . The museum …More

New York City, USA

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Visit The Guggenheim Museum & 3h Manhattan Walking Tour

Discover the city of New York and see over 20 of the city’s most iconic landmarks, then visit the world-famous Guggenheim Museum . The museum...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$100

Vintage + Secondhand Shopping Walking Tour through Brooklyn, NYC

Discover the best of secondhand shopping in North Brooklyn led by a vintage shopping loving local! Meet your guide and visit 3 to 6 stores …More

Brooklyn, USA

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Vintage + Secondhand Shopping Walking Tour through Brooklyn, NYC

Discover the best of secondhand shopping in North Brooklyn led by a vintage shopping loving local! Meet your guide and visit 3 to 6 stores...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$150

Get ready to sing, dance, and shine through the streets of New York City’s Times Square Theatre District with our 2-hour Broadway Walking Tour inspired …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

Glee meets Smash Broadway/TV Tour

Get ready to sing, dance, and shine through the streets of New York City’s Times Square Theatre District with our 2-hour Broadway Walking Tour inspired...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$50

PRIVATE Rockefeller Center Artified Walking Tour

This is an exclusive, private tour of NYC. Full immersion in The Christmas Spirit, specific to Manhattan. All chocolates personally sourced from excuisite boutique Chocolatiers …More

New York City, USA

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PRIVATE Rockefeller Center Artified Walking Tour

This is an exclusive, private tour of NYC. Full immersion in The Christmas Spirit, specific to Manhattan. All chocolates personally sourced from excuisite boutique Chocolatiers...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$693

Brooklyn Hip Hop Walking Tour Where Brooklyn At

Book a Brooklyn walking tour with the legendary Johnny Famous aka Scoob Lover and experience Brooklyn hip hop history like never before. As a pioneering …More

Brooklyn, USA

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Brooklyn Hip Hop Walking Tour Where Brooklyn At

Book a Brooklyn walking tour with the legendary Johnny Famous aka Scoob Lover and experience Brooklyn hip hop history like never before. As a pioneering...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$55

DJ Service in New York City (Included Photography & Music Video)

Creating a musical experience that fits your celebration. #Service Includes - DJ performance for the booked duration. - Personalized music selection and atmosphere planning. - …More

Bronx, USA

5.0 (4)

DJ Service in New York City (Included Photography & Music Video)

Creating a musical experience that fits your celebration. #Service Includes - DJ performance for the booked duration. - Personalized music selection and atmosphere planning. -...

1 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$300

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Which New York Literary, Art & Music Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which New York Literary, Art & Music Tours have Free Cancellation?

New York Literary, Art & Music 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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