Top New York Private Sightseeing Tours

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

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best New York Private Sightseeing Tours are: A New York Date Night Personalized Self-Guided App Tour Private Full-Day Cultural Wine Tour in Historic Ithaca Half Day New York City Private Tour New York and Jersey City on Private Tour American Revolution Central Park Cell Phone and Selfie Photo Tour

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

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

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

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

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

No problem. These New York Private Sightseeing Tours include Hotel Pickup: Private Guided New York City Tour by SUV Private Luxury Tour of Manhattan With Transportation Top Rated SUV Tour — Fully Private & Customizable, 3 or 5 Hours One-Day Best of New York Private Tour Personalize Sightseeing Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

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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 →

The Private Central Park Experience Tour

This guided tour takes you on a scenic journey through Central Park, starting at the iconic intersection of 5th Avenue and 59th Street. As you …More

New York City, USA

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The Private Central Park Experience Tour

This guided tour takes you on a scenic journey through Central Park, starting at the iconic intersection of 5th Avenue and 59th Street. As you...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$250

Times Square Grand Central Rockefeller Private Tour

Experience the best of Midtown Manhattan with CityShuffles' expertly curated walking tour. Discover the iconic landmarks and hidden gems that make this district a global …More

New York City, USA

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Times Square Grand Central Rockefeller Private Tour

Experience the best of Midtown Manhattan with CityShuffles' expertly curated walking tour. Discover the iconic landmarks and hidden gems that make this district a global...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$250

Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors

Discover the exact moment your family member arrived in New York. Step into your family member’s story at Ellis Island. This immersive experience focuses on …More

New York City, USA

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Ellis Island Family History Tour Walk with Your Ancestors

Discover the exact moment your family member arrived in New York. Step into your family member’s story at Ellis Island. This immersive experience focuses on...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$599

NYC East Village TV and Movie Sites Private Walking Tour

East Village is home to many new and classic TV and film locations, from Broad City, Russian Doll and Girl Meets World to HBO’s The …More

New York City, USA

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NYC East Village TV and Movie Sites Private Walking Tour

East Village is home to many new and classic TV and film locations, from Broad City, Russian Doll and Girl Meets World to HBO’s The...

2 hours

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$39

Private Lower East Side, Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culinary traditions of the Lower East Side. Explore authentic flavors from Chinatown, Little Italy, and more, celebrating New …More

New York City, USA

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Private Lower East Side, Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culinary traditions of the Lower East Side. Explore authentic flavors from Chinatown, Little Italy, and more, celebrating New...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$106

Wall Street & the Financial District: Private 2.5 hr Walking Tour

A very modern trading hub, it is steeped in American History dating back to the 17th century - both triumphal and shameful. Its iconic skyscrapers …More

New York City, USA

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Wall Street & the Financial District: Private 2.5 hr Walking Tour

A very modern trading hub, it is steeped in American History dating back to the 17th century - both triumphal and shameful. Its iconic skyscrapers...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$30

Little Italy, Greenwich Village, Soho & Chinatown: Private Tour

Welcome to New York City and Manhattan - the core of the Big Apple! Made up of several cool and quirky neighbourhoods, full of iconic …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (2)

Little Italy, Greenwich Village, Soho & Chinatown: Private Tour

Welcome to New York City and Manhattan - the core of the Big Apple! Made up of several cool and quirky neighbourhoods, full of iconic...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$35

Private Tour: Colonial and Revolutionary New York

New York wasn’t a sideshow to the American Revolution—it was the center of it. This tour follows the city’s transformation from a divided colonial port …More

New York City, USA

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Private Tour: Colonial and Revolutionary New York

New York wasn’t a sideshow to the American Revolution—it was the center of it. This tour follows the city’s transformation from a divided colonial port...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$75

On this all day private tour, your driver-guide will take you Philadelphia, America’s first World Heritage City, where you will spend the day learning and …More

New York City, USA

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New York to Philadelphia Private Tour

On this all day private tour, your driver-guide will take you Philadelphia, America’s first World Heritage City, where you will spend the day learning and...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,299

Private New York City Half Day Guided Tour - The Magic of Midtown Manhattan

Make the most of your time on a first-class personalized private guided tour through the heart of New York City, Midtown Manhattan. Your expert local …More

New York City, USA

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Private New York City Half Day Guided Tour - The Magic of Midtown Manhattan

Make the most of your time on a first-class personalized private guided tour through the heart of New York City, Midtown Manhattan. Your expert local...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$57

Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Tour In New York City

Our customers will experience the unique Christmas city decoration of NYC with a horse carriage. They will visit the Radio City show area, which is …More

New York City, USA

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Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Tour In New York City

Our customers will experience the unique Christmas city decoration of NYC with a horse carriage. They will visit the Radio City show area, which is...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$65

Grand Central Terminal - Private Guided Tour

Explore one of the most important landmarks in New York, on a private guided tour. This indoor tour makes a great experience in any season …More

New York City, USA

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Grand Central Terminal - Private Guided Tour

Explore one of the most important landmarks in New York, on a private guided tour. This indoor tour makes a great experience in any season...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$250

North Fork Private Wine & Food Tour: All-Inclusive Half-Day PM

As local experts, we take the guesswork out of planning your visit to the North Fork of Long Island. We know which venues are the …More

Long Island, USA

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North Fork Private Wine & Food Tour: All-Inclusive Half-Day PM

As local experts, we take the guesswork out of planning your visit to the North Fork of Long Island. We know which venues are the...

4 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$399

Private Skyline Tour of New York City at Night

Experience an unforgettable and romantic evening tour through the Spectacular panoramic views of legendary NYC. Take the worry out and travel with the comfort of …More

New York City, USA

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Private Skyline Tour of New York City at Night

Experience an unforgettable and romantic evening tour through the Spectacular panoramic views of legendary NYC. Take the worry out and travel with the comfort of...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$889

Private Guided Tour Of The Upper West Side

A guided tour through a couple of centuries of entertainment, criminal and general history. The criminal and entertainment history of the area between the old …More

New York City, USA

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Private Guided Tour Of The Upper West Side

A guided tour through a couple of centuries of entertainment, criminal and general history. The criminal and entertainment history of the area between the old...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$220

Full Day Private, Walking and Subway, Tour in New York

You have come all this way. You have undergone security procedures as invasive as a medical exam. After the trip here, after all that work, …More

New York City, USA

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Full Day Private, Walking and Subway, Tour in New York

You have come all this way. You have undergone security procedures as invasive as a medical exam. After the trip here, after all that work,...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$615

Private Full-Day Cultural Wine Tour in Historic Ithaca

This private full-day tour reveals Ithaca’s historic and cultural heritage. Journey through the Finger Lakes shaped by centuries of winemaking tradition. Discover landscapes reflecting an …More

Ithaca, USA

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Private Full-Day Cultural Wine Tour in Historic Ithaca

This private full-day tour reveals Ithaca’s historic and cultural heritage. Journey through the Finger Lakes shaped by centuries of winemaking tradition. Discover landscapes reflecting an...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$551

New York and Jersey City on Private Tour American Revolution

Take a chance to observe New York City from Jersey City, NJ. Explore its history and heritage, and get to know how it was influenced …More

New York City, USA

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New York and Jersey City on Private Tour American Revolution

Take a chance to observe New York City from Jersey City, NJ. Explore its history and heritage, and get to know how it was influenced...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$89

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

New York City, USA

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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

Private Walking tour: Jews of the Gilded Age: 5th Ave Mansions

Since the early days of the United States, 5th Avenue has been a desired address. However, since the creation of Central Park, 5th Avenue became …More

New York City, USA

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Private Walking tour: Jews of the Gilded Age: 5th Ave Mansions

Since the early days of the United States, 5th Avenue has been a desired address. However, since the creation of Central Park, 5th Avenue became...

2 hours 30 minutes 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 Private Sightseeing Tours?

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

Which New York Private Sightseeing Tours have Instant Confirmation?

Which New York Private Sightseeing Tours have Free Cancellation?

New York 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 Private Sightseeing Tours have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more New York trip ideas?

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