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Enjoy this fascinating 90 minute group tour that introduces you to all of the secrets of the Basilica of St. Patrick's Old Cathedral. Enter off limits areas like the two walled cemeteries and an exclusive experience in the CATACOMBS beneath the Old Cathedral. For over 200 years, the CATACOMBS of the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral has served as the final resting place for the departed. This unique and historic place has been a silent witness to the many struggles and accomplishments of prominent New York Catholics. It is where bishops rest beside noteworthy New Yorkers who have played defining roles in Catholic, New York and American history.

Did you know there is a hidden tennis court inside Grand Central? Or that the ceiling is backwards? Discover many more secrets on this tour and learn about the surprising history of this New York City icon! This tour is led by a native New Yorker who is a licensed New York City Tour guide. – Discover the secrets of one of NYC’s most iconic buildings Learn about the design flaw as large as Grand Central’s main concourse – Find one of NYC’s most elegant cocktail bars formally an office, a speakeasy and a jail – Peek into the entrance of the glass walkways – Locate Grand Central’s hidden tennis court – Decipher the hidden symbols of the family that built Grand Central See what’s left of Grand Central’s lost movie theater

Looking to make genuine connections in the heart of New York City? Join our 3+ Hours Friending as a Local New Yorker experience and include yourself in the city's vibrant social scene! Meet new faces over coffee in a cozy NYC cafe, break the ice with card games and other interactive activities, and let our friendly GEM Hosts ease any social anxiety, guiding you into effortless interactions. Refreshments are available for purchase to keep the good energy matching. Forget wasting time exploring on your own or spending money on overrated tourist spots, come experience the city like a true local with GEM!

This moving and evocative tour of Ground Zero begins at the site of what served as a rescue center for victims and place for mementos after the attacks: St. Paul's Chapel. This historic church was miraculously unharmed when the Twin Towers fell despite being only a block away. You'll then walk to the 9/11 Memorial where we'll reflect on the lives lost in the World Trade Center attacks. See "Reflecting Absence," the largest artificial waterfalls on the continent. Your guide will share the meaning behind the memorial, stories from the day, and how New Yorkers came together in the aftermath. From there, begin a self-guided tour in the lobby of the Freedom Tower by watching "Voices," a film dedicated to the men and women of the Twin Towers and Freedom Tower. Upgrade your experience to take the "Sky Pod" elevator 1,250 feet up to the One World Observatory, where you can see the NYC skyline stretching across Manhattan.

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 New York City and you'll also learn "secrets" that you would not be able to find out on your own. Your experienced tour guide has hundreds of 5 star reviews on AirBnb. Our tour is also unique because we cover a LOT of ground! You will see more of NYC in 6 hours than most people see in 6 days! And you will have your own personal tour guide with you every step of the way. This is NOT like one of those "hop on hop off" bus tours where you're basically left alone. Your guide will be with you to answer your questions and teach you all of his New York Secrets every step of the way! These are also smaller tours than the big bus tours, we generally have only around 12 people on a tour so everyone gets individual attention and your tour guide is there for you every step of the way. PS: If you want a private tour or a date not on the calendar please message us.

Probably the only urban park that needs no introduction, Central Park is as important to movies and TV shows as it is to real New Yorkers. On this 2.5 hour exclusive tour, you’ll discover the iconic features of this vast swatch of green surrounded by multi-million dollar residences and landmarks.

Learn the contributions of enslaved people to NYC including the brave uprisings against oppression. Then discover the exciting history of the Underground Railroad, a network of clandestine routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans primarily to escape into free states and Canada. Visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America. Visit the site of a former station on the Underground Railroad. Learn about the revolts, kidnappings and dramatic escapes that occurred during the era of American slavery. Listen to tales of courage and triumph and discover the stories of real New Yorkers who risked their lives and properties to help people escape slavery on this historical New York City walking tour.

Central Park and the Statue of Liberty are not only cherished by New Yorkers, they are significant to our country’s history. Experience each of these NYC treasures on this helicopter tour as well as Ellis Island, the Empire State Building, the Intrepid Air, Sea and Space Museum, Manhattan’s Central Park receives about 35 million visitors each year, but you will have the best view of it all on this tour. Look Lady Liberty in the eye and see where millions of immigrants entered our beloved country at Ellis Island, cruise by the Empire State Building, fly along Central Park, and see the Intrepid Air, Sea and Space Museum.

Elaborate, sweet, and often decadent, cupcakes are delightful desserts that spark the inner child within us. In the last few years, the humble cupcake has taken on new popularity. Trendy cupcake shops have opened up all over New York City, and this tour takes you on a two and a half hour jaunt around the best, where you can sample the diversity of heavenly cupcakes on offer, and even build your own custom cupcake! All food is included. IMPORTANT – Please provide an active contact telephone number to ensure your guide can reach you if necessary. – Punctuality is crucial. To respect your tour guide and fellow customers time, it is essential that the tour concludes on time. If a group is especially enjoying a location or moving slowly, the guide will adjust the itinerary to fit the schedule. We strive to ensure you have a fantastic experience without missing any content.

Depart from Boston in the morning, and heading to New York. At a first glance, traveling around the entire of New York City seems like the mission impossible; however, our highly organized tour is specially designed for you: by visiting amounts of famous landmarks, you will learn more of the city’s unique history, culture, and the core spirit of the New Yorkers! Boston → New York → New York City Fortune Tour (Mandatory, 150 mins) → Liberty Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Times Square (30 mins) → Boston

Explore New York City in a luxury SUV on a private, customized tour. This 4, 5, or 6-hour tour of the Big Apple is geared to match individual or group interests and preferences. Whether you are an architecture buff, celebrity hound, or sightseeing aficionado, your tour will be unique to you. Travel in a luxury SUV with a native New Yorker and licensed tour guide. Endless possibilities include: Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, Grand Central Terminal, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, or lesser toured areas of NYC like Brooklyn, Queens, or the Bronx.

Go on a magical walking tour in Midtown, Manhattan! Explore legends and history of some of Manhattan’s busiest streets. Follow clues and challenges to unlock secrets to tourist favorites like the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, Rockefeller Center, or to 6 ½ Avenue, which much like Harry Potter, is something only those special enough know to exist. Are you in to uncover the wonders of New York? Highlights: Visit the Oldest Magic Shop in New York City Discover the Secret ‘Bermuda Triangle’ Located Just Here in Midtown Visit Prime Locations like the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, NY Public Library and More Explore Some of the Best Kept Secrets and Urban Legends of NYC Learn More About Local Favorites Hidden Between Prime Midtown Landmarks The city game will take you about 1 hour to complete, but there’s no time limit which will allow you to go at your own pace. You won't need a guide, just download the app, go to the starting point, and begin the adventure.

Take a captivating walking tour of Lower Manhattan that traces New York's transformation from a Dutch colony to a modern metropolis. Start with the tale of Manhattan's purchase for $24 in beads, then visit the site of a fort that changed hands between the Dutch and the British, and eventually saw the end of the American Revolution. Explore the city's oldest park and see the iconic Charging Bull statue. At Alexander Hamilton's resting place, relive the dramatic duel that ended his life. Strolling down Wall Street, see The New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall, the United States' first capitol. Nearby, visit a building concealing $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations. Passing through the city's first paved street, explore the footprints of a 17th-century tavern and the remnants of the old City Hall of New Amsterdam. Conclude with a visit to the oldest tavern in New York, where George Washington bid farewell to his officers. Distance: 1.5 miles / 2.5 km

Shakespeare grew up surrounded by the Forest of Arden. New Yorkers have Central Park, an 843-acre urban oasis. Shakespeare in the Park has become as New Yorkian as a bagel with cream cheese. In this game you will hike easily up to the two highest natural points in Central Park and experience Shakespeare’s storytelling in a whole new light. Have a nap, cross-dress, buy a house, escape a lion’s clutches and even marry. This exploration game has it all. Ready? When you’re ready, enter stage left! Highlights include: • Explore Mariner's Gate, Summit Rock, Heart of Seneca Village (The Wilson House) and lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch/gifted/talented writers. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

New York City’s beautiful, historic Greenwich Village neighborhood is one of the most haunted areas in America. Your guide has personally conducted extensive research to uncover stories that will not be heard on any other haunted tour of New York. Come explore a church graveyard haunted by the spirit of Peter Stuyvesant, director- general of this colony from 1647-1664. Experience the supernatural stirrings of those killed in the bloodiest riot in New York City history. Step inside one of the oldest and most haunted bars in New York City. Walk in a popular park built over the unmarked graves of thousands of destitute New Yorkers and feel the eerie sensation emanating from a tree known as the Hangman’s Elm. The tour ends at the most haunted house in New York City inhabited by 22 different ghosts and the site of a grisly murder. Find all this and more on this Haunted Tour of Greenwich Village. Come. if you dare!

Bustronome offers a unique way to enjoy both fine dining and sightseeing. As you savor gourmet dishes, you’ll also get a chance to take in some of the most iconic views of New York City. It’s a great blend of culinary delights and urban exploration – Indulge in a New Yorker culinary journey aboard a stunning glass-roofed double-decker bus. – Immerse yourself in the ambiance of a typical bistro while enjoying breathtaking views – Experience Chef Sebastien Nicolleau delectable seasonal menu features exquisite French cuisine

Take in all the highlights of New York City on this comprehensive, one-of-a-kind tour. Explore the Big Apple like a New Yorker, as you walk, ride the subway and take the Staten Island ferry. Visit Times Square, the Broadway Theater District, Grand Central Terminal, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and much more.

This tour is for people who've never been to New York but who want to use the subway and buses like a New Yorker! We will give you the self confidence in effortlessly traveling uptown, downtown, & crosstown whether by bus or train! 4 million people do it every day, so why not you? We will help you and your companions get the most out of your limited time here and plan your agenda! We will meet you at your hotel, or at the Bryant Park Fountain at Sixth Ave and West 41st Street, demonstrate how to get around via subway, bus, taxi, or foot, and give you the official NYC Subway Map and show you how to read it! Pick a neighborhood or from the list above, and we will show you around that place, or we can design a personalized walking tour for you starting at your hotel. After our 2½ hours together, you’ll be a confident, educated NYC traveller! This is a customized tour, if the date you want isn't available, email me and I may be able to accommodate you.

Before you embark on your cruise from New York City, tour the city in style by private vehicle, with your own personal navigator to guide you! Your private guide is an experienced, knowledgeable, native New Yorker who will show you New York City’s most fascinating areas. Enjoy personalized attention as you see top Big Apple sights like the Brooklyn Bridge, SoHo and Chinatown. At the end of your tour, you’ll be conveniently dropped-off at your chosen cruise port: Manhattan, Cape Liberty NJ or Brooklyn.

A hands-on tour to experience soba, a representative of Japanese food culture and a healthy food. This Honmuraan is a long-established buckwheat noodle shop with a history of 100 years this year. It gives you a sense of the length of time that is history. Being able to eat Soba Sushi is a precious experience. As there are still very few overseas visitors to the restaurant, there are overwhelmingly many Japanese people. This is the reason why Japanese people strongly feel Japanese culture and food culture. Japanese people traditionally have the custom of eating and drinking at soba restaurants, so there is an element of understanding the Japanese people at this soba restaurant."A hands-on tour to experience soba, a representative of Japanese food culture and a healthy food. Keep in Mind* Any damage to the restaurant or difficulty in returning home due to drunkenness is entirely at your own risk.