Top New York Private Sightseeing Tours

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

New York Private Sightseeing Tours with Instant Confirmation include: New York's Hidden Gems: Self-Guided City Tour Discover Niagara Falls: A Self-Guided Tour Brooklyn, NY Street Art Puzzle Quest: Self-Guided Tour Manhattan’s Famous Artists: Exploration Game and Tour Central Park Stolen Archives: NY Exploration Game and 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: Jewish History of NYC Private Tour with Transport Classic Central Park Pedicab Tour Tour Contrasts of New York Explore Manhattan’s Famous Landmarks on a Private Tour Hourly Car Rental With Driver at NYC View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more New York trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked New York Tours. Top 10 New York 2026 Senior-friendly tours New York The best tours and activities for culture lovers in New York Top Day Trips from New York Things to do in New York this summer View all New York Trip Ideas →

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 →

Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo Walking Tour (Private)

Discover the charm of Brooklyn Heights and the trendiness of DUMBO on this captivating two-hour walking tour. Traverse through 200 years of history, witnessing the …More

Brooklyn, USA

5.0 (1)

Brooklyn Heights & Dumbo Walking Tour (Private)

Discover the charm of Brooklyn Heights and the trendiness of DUMBO on this captivating two-hour walking tour. Traverse through 200 years of history, witnessing the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$21

Graffiti & Street Art Walking Tour (Private)

Delve into NYC's graffiti scene on this private tour - immersing into an exciting world of amazing street artworks. It will be 2 hours of …More

Brooklyn, USA

4.9 (17)

Graffiti & Street Art Walking Tour (Private)

Delve into NYC's graffiti scene on this private tour - immersing into an exciting world of amazing street artworks. It will be 2 hours of...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (17)

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$22

Long Island City Walking Tour in Queens (Private)

Delve into Queens with an excursion through Long Island City – one of NYC’s hottest new districts. Experience the unique vibe on a 2 hour …More

Long Island, USA

5.0 (1)

Long Island City Walking Tour in Queens (Private)

Delve into Queens with an excursion through Long Island City – one of NYC’s hottest new districts. Experience the unique vibe on a 2 hour...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$22

Governor's Island Ticket and Ferry with Self-Guided App

A ferry ride takes you to Governor's Island, a hidden gem in NYC filled with rich history and unique experiences. Explore 172 acres of fascinating …More

New York City, USA

3.0 (2)

Governor's Island Ticket and Ferry with Self-Guided App

A ferry ride takes you to Governor's Island, a hidden gem in NYC filled with rich history and unique experiences. Explore 172 acres of fascinating...

1 hour 40 minutes Free Cancellation

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$22

Treasure hunt in Midtown with New York in French

Discover the Midtown district while having fun! Treasure hunt in Midtown is an activity that you will perform in complete autonomy, no guide will be …More

New York City, USA

4.5 (2)

Treasure hunt in Midtown with New York in French

Discover the Midtown district while having fun! Treasure hunt in Midtown is an activity that you will perform in complete autonomy, no guide will be...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$23

Behind The Scenes Factory Tour - M&S Schmalberg Flowers

Tour begins at 10:30am in our NYC showroom. We'll take a tour of our family-owned and operated factory located in New York City's historic Garment …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (11)

Behind The Scenes Factory Tour - M&S Schmalberg Flowers

Tour begins at 10:30am in our NYC showroom. We'll take a tour of our family-owned and operated factory located in New York City's historic Garment...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$24

Ground Zero Honor Tour with 9/11 Hero's Brother

Join Michael Burke, brother of FDNY Captain William F. "Billy" Burke, Jr., for a deeply personal, firsthand journey through Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial, the …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (3)

Ground Zero Honor Tour with 9/11 Hero's Brother

Join Michael Burke, brother of FDNY Captain William F. "Billy" Burke, Jr., for a deeply personal, firsthand journey through Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial, the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$25

American Colonial History in New York Private Walking Tour

Follow in the footsteps of the U.S. Founding Fathers in Downtown NYC and learn the American colonial history. See historic sites such as the Trinity …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (2)

American Colonial History in New York Private Walking Tour

Follow in the footsteps of the U.S. Founding Fathers in Downtown NYC and learn the American colonial history. See historic sites such as the Trinity...

2 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

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$27

Private Broadway Studio Tour in New York City

Guests will be given a rare behind-the-scenes private tour of the most sought-after rehearsal studio complex, Open Jar Studios, and get a sneak peek of …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (18)

Private Broadway Studio Tour in New York City

Guests will be given a rare behind-the-scenes private tour of the most sought-after rehearsal studio complex, Open Jar Studios, and get a sneak peek of...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

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$30

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

5.0 (2)

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

Slavery and African American History Private Tour in NYC

Discover the forgotten history of the African slave trade economy in Downtown New York. See the former slave market at Wall Street, Trinity Church and …More

New York City, USA

4.3 (3)

Slavery and African American History Private Tour in NYC

Discover the forgotten history of the African slave trade economy in Downtown New York. See the former slave market at Wall Street, Trinity Church and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$30

NYC Little Italy Gangs and Crime Private Walking Tour

Experience the suspense and thrill in Little Italy! Discover the dark secrets of New York’s mafia and gangs. See highlights such as Mare Chiaro, ‘Bootleggers …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

NYC Little Italy Gangs and Crime Private Walking Tour

Experience the suspense and thrill in Little Italy! Discover the dark secrets of New York’s mafia and gangs. See highlights such as Mare Chiaro, ‘Bootleggers...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$30

Stonewall and LGBT History Private Walking Tour in NYC

Discover the history and culture of New York’s LGBT community on a private Pride Tour of Greenwich Village! Learn about famous LGBT people and see …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

Stonewall and LGBT History Private Walking Tour in NYC

Discover the history and culture of New York’s LGBT community on a private Pride Tour of Greenwich Village! Learn about famous LGBT people and see...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$30

NYC Broadway and Show Business Private Walking Tour

Private Guide. Learn about the entertainment industry and celebrities and see landmarks such as the Rockefeller Center, Broadway, Universal Pictures and Times Square. Highlights: Explore …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

NYC Broadway and Show Business Private Walking Tour

Private Guide. Learn about the entertainment industry and celebrities and see landmarks such as the Rockefeller Center, Broadway, Universal Pictures and Times Square. Highlights: Explore...

2 hours Free Cancellation

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$30

Jewish History of NYC Private Tour with Transport

Delve into American Jewish history and heritage on a guided tour of the Jewish Quarter in Manhattan Lower East Side. See historic synagogues and hear …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

Jewish History of NYC Private Tour with Transport

Delve into American Jewish history and heritage on a guided tour of the Jewish Quarter in Manhattan Lower East Side. See historic synagogues and hear...

120 to 210 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$30

New York University Campus Private Walking Tour

Visit the Washington Square Campus of New York University. See the main buildings of NYU’s undergraduate and graduate schools. Learn about the academics, faculty and …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

New York University Campus Private Walking Tour

Visit the Washington Square Campus of New York University. See the main buildings of NYU’s undergraduate and graduate schools. Learn about the academics, faculty and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$30

Tour of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House in New York

The Armour-Stiner Octagon House was built in 1860 as a summer home. To this day, the Spring months here in The Hudson Valley are the …More

Westchester County, USA

5.0 (66)

Tour of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House in New York

The Armour-Stiner Octagon House was built in 1860 as a summer home. To this day, the Spring months here in The Hudson Valley are the...

1 hour

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$34

Central Park Movie Locations Pedicab Tour

Explore Central Park like never before on this unique pedicab tour that showcases famous filming locations from beloved movies such as Home Alone 2, Elf, …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (80)

Central Park Movie Locations Pedicab Tour

Explore Central Park like never before on this unique pedicab tour that showcases famous filming locations from beloved movies such as Home Alone 2, Elf,...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$34

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 Pizza Experience (5 tastings) in Manhattan

Discover NYC’s iconic pizza scene with a curated pizza crawl experience visiting 5 of the highest rated, most prestigious pizza shops in Manhattan. The pizza …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

Private Pizza Experience (5 tastings) in Manhattan

Discover NYC’s iconic pizza scene with a curated pizza crawl experience visiting 5 of the highest rated, most prestigious pizza shops in Manhattan. The pizza...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$36

Frequently Asked Questions

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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:

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:

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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:

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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?