Top New York Tours & Sightseeing

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

New York Tours & Sightseeing with Instant Confirmation include: New York Catacombs by Candlelight New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour (includes bus, walking tour and ferry ride!) NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports Boldt Castle and 2 Nation Tour New York City 90-Minute Cruise: Lady Liberty, Bridges and Skyline View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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 →

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt With New York City Midtown Tour

Discover the best of Midtown Manhattan on a guided walking tour that ends with entry to the city’s most exciting observatory, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. Begin …More

New York City, USA

4.5 (6)

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt With New York City Midtown Tour

Discover the best of Midtown Manhattan on a guided walking tour that ends with entry to the city’s most exciting observatory, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. Begin...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (6)

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$79

Astoria Queens Around the World Food Tour

Eat your way through the world’s borough of Queens with a food tour in Astoria. You won’t need to pay an arm and a leg …More

Brooklyn, USA

5.0 (3)

Astoria Queens Around the World Food Tour

Eat your way through the world’s borough of Queens with a food tour in Astoria. You won’t need to pay an arm and a leg...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

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$119

East River Secrets: NYC's Infrastructure by Ferry - Private

This is not a sightseeing cruise -- it’s a guided look at how New York City’s core infrastructure actually works. Led by a transportation planner …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (10)

East River Secrets: NYC's Infrastructure by Ferry - Private

This is not a sightseeing cruise -- it’s a guided look at how New York City’s core infrastructure actually works. Led by a transportation planner...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (10)

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$300

Get ready to sweat where the city shines brightest! The Times Square Walkabout with City Fit Tours is not your average stroll—it's a high-energy, immersive …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (5)

Times Square Morning Walkabout

Get ready to sweat where the city shines brightest! The Times Square Walkabout with City Fit Tours is not your average stroll—it's a high-energy, immersive...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$44

New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour

Celebrate the holiday season with a private Holiday Lights and Movie Sites Tour of NYC. Drive past festive spots like Macy’s holiday displays and Fifth …More

New York City, USA

4.0 (67)

New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour

Celebrate the holiday season with a private Holiday Lights and Movie Sites Tour of NYC. Drive past festive spots like Macy’s holiday displays and Fifth...

150 to 180 minutes

4.0 (67)

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$77

Great Big Game Show NYC Immersive Studio Near Times Square

Get ready for an experience so immersive that you will leave feeling like a game show legend! Every 60-minute game show consists of 5 rounds …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (2)

Great Big Game Show NYC Immersive Studio Near Times Square

Get ready for an experience so immersive that you will leave feeling like a game show legend! Every 60-minute game show consists of 5 rounds...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

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$47

Brooklyn is now one of the places in NYC and part of what brings it to life is the street art - grafitti. On this …More

Brooklyn, USA

5.0 (1)

Brooklyn Grafitti Photo Safari

Brooklyn is now one of the places in NYC and part of what brings it to life is the street art - grafitti. On this...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$126

NYC Pizza Tour: 7 Tastings & Local Legends

4 slices. 7 tastings. 1 legendary neighborhood. You think you know pizza? Fuhgeddaboudit! This isn't just any food tour—it's a full-on pizza experience packed with …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (4)

NYC Pizza Tour: 7 Tastings & Local Legends

4 slices. 7 tastings. 1 legendary neighborhood. You think you know pizza? Fuhgeddaboudit! This isn't just any food tour—it's a full-on pizza experience packed with...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (4)

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$71

All aboard for the most spectacular and unforgettable experience of your New York visit! With the extended route and approximately 30-minute duration, you'll be sure …More

New York City, USA

4.7 (6)

NYC Helicopter VIP Sightseeing Tour

All aboard for the most spectacular and unforgettable experience of your New York visit! With the extended route and approximately 30-minute duration, you'll be sure...

25 to 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (6)

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$429

The Hamptons and Long Island Wineries Private Tour

On this private tour from New York City, your morning will be spent visiting the quintessential Hamptons Village of Southampton with its lovely shops, cafes, …More

New York City, USA

4.8 (6)

The Hamptons and Long Island Wineries Private Tour

On this private tour from New York City, your morning will be spent visiting the quintessential Hamptons Village of Southampton with its lovely shops, cafes,...

12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.8 (6)

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$1,299

Lower Manhattan & 9/11 Memorial Walking Tour Semi-Private 12ppl

Go back to New York’s origins on this 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour of Lower Manhattan, welcoming up to 12 guests. …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (10)

Lower Manhattan & 9/11 Memorial Walking Tour Semi-Private 12ppl

Go back to New York’s origins on this 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour of Lower Manhattan, welcoming up to 12 guests....

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (10)

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$43

Recreate the Most Requested Walking Tour of 1840s New York

This 2.5-hour walking tour meets at the Public Theater in Astor Place, across from Colonnade Row and what was the highest end residential block in …More

New York City, USA

4.8 (12)

Recreate the Most Requested Walking Tour of 1840s New York

This 2.5-hour walking tour meets at the Public Theater in Astor Place, across from Colonnade Row and what was the highest end residential block in...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (12)

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$59

Visit New York's oldest, deepest, smallest, highest and "only" sites and sights on this photo excursion lead by native New Yorker and professional photographer, Abigail …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

NYC Extremes Photography Excursion

Visit New York's oldest, deepest, smallest, highest and "only" sites and sights on this photo excursion lead by native New Yorker and professional photographer, Abigail...

3 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$190

Enjoy a private, customized, small-group walking tour of New York City with your local guide who knows the streets backwards and forwards and will give …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (40)

NYC Private Walking Tour

Enjoy a private, customized, small-group walking tour of New York City with your local guide who knows the streets backwards and forwards and will give...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (40)

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$1,700

Private Helicopter Flight Lesson from Westchester

Experience the thrill of flying around the Hudson Valley with this helicopter flight lesson from Westchester Airport in White Plains, NY. Start with ground instruction …More

Westchester County, USA

5.0 (13)

Private Helicopter Flight Lesson from Westchester

Experience the thrill of flying around the Hudson Valley with this helicopter flight lesson from Westchester Airport in White Plains, NY. Start with ground instruction...

60 to 90 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (13)

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$705

Private Customizable Niagara Falls Winery Tour from Buffalo NY

Private, Custom, Upscale Tour: This tour provides you with the freedom to explore up to 5 premium wineries and/or breweries Discover the best of Niagara …More

Buffalo, USA

5.0 (5)

Private Customizable Niagara Falls Winery Tour from Buffalo NY

Private, Custom, Upscale Tour: This tour provides you with the freedom to explore up to 5 premium wineries and/or breweries Discover the best of Niagara...

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (5)

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$152

Private Niagara Falls Day Trip from Manhattan by Helicopter

Experience one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders with a private helicopter day trip from Manhattan to Niagara Falls. Skip long travel times and …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (1)

Private Niagara Falls Day Trip from Manhattan by Helicopter

Experience one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders with a private helicopter day trip from Manhattan to Niagara Falls. Skip long travel times and...

10 hours

5.0 (1)

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$25,600

Street Art & Graffiti Tour in NYC Private Tour

Take a journey filled with art through this historic district. On this private tour, learn the history of graffiti in New York City, and the …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (8)

Street Art & Graffiti Tour in NYC Private Tour

Take a journey filled with art through this historic district. On this private tour, learn the history of graffiti in New York City, and the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (8)

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$250

Private Custom Shopping Day in NYC • Includes Up to 5 Hours

Explore New York City's best shopping! Shop up to 5 hrs on a guided shopping day in New York City. CHOOSE A VENUE • SoHo …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (9)

Private Custom Shopping Day in NYC • Includes Up to 5 Hours

Explore New York City's best shopping! Shop up to 5 hrs on a guided shopping day in New York City. CHOOSE A VENUE • SoHo...

5 hours

5.0 (9)

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$592

Personalized Experience with your Local Tour Guide

Discover NYC with a local licensed Tour Guide. We'll organize a fully customized experience based on your requests and preferences. Travelers come from all over …More

New York City, USA

5.0 (34)

Personalized Experience with your Local Tour Guide

Discover NYC with a local licensed Tour Guide. We'll organize a fully customized experience based on your requests and preferences. Travelers come from all over...

3 hours

5.0 (34)

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$55

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the best options for New York Tours & Sightseeing?

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

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New York Tours & Sightseeing are:

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Which New York Tours & Sightseeing have Instant Confirmation?

Which New York Tours & Sightseeing have Free Cancellation?

New York Tours & Sightseeing 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 Tours & Sightseeing have Hotel Pickup?

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