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Central Park Free Walking Tour & Landscaping

9.2 (483)

Embark on an unforgettable adventure, join our captivating free walking tour of Central Park, and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature, culture, and history. Don't miss out on this incredible experience.

Provided by Terradventours

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 2:30 PM

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 2:30 PM

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Free Tour New York: Manhattan & Financial District

9.2 (762)

This is a Financial District Manhattan Free walking tour. You will discover the city's most important landmarks, the Statute of Liberty, 9/11, World Trade Center, Wall Street, St Paul's Church, Broadway, Charging Bull, Federal Hall, and Street Food.

Provided by Terradventours

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 2:30 PM

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 2:30 PM

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Times Square, Grand Central, Rockefeller Free Tour of New York

9.7 (334)

Join us for a vibrant tour from Times Square to Rockefeller Center! Discover iconic landmarks like Grand Central, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and stunning city views. Explore NYC’s heart and history in one unforgettable walk.

Provided by CityShuffles

2 hours

2:00 PM

2 hours

2:00 PM

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Soho, Little Italy & Chinatown Walking Tour

9.8 (395)

Join us on a journey through SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown! Discover iconic architecture, rich immigrant stories, and hidden culinary gems in one of NYC’s most vibrant and historic neighborhoods.

Provided by CityShuffles

2 hours

10:30 AM, 2:00 PM

2 hours

10:30 AM, 2:00 PM

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The Midtown Express Grand Central to Hell’s Kitchen

9.7 (7)

Walk Midtown on a free tour with a true New Yorker! Hear hidden stories of Grand Central, the NY Public Library, Bryant Park, Times Square, and the Theater District, finishing with lunch on 9th Ave in Hell’s Kitchen for a full local experience.

Provided by NYC With KassiD

1h 30min

11:00 AM

1h 30min

11:00 AM

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The Lower East Side Food Tour

9.7 (5)

Join the Lower East Side Food Tour and discover NYC’s historic Jewish neighborhood. Taste iconic treats like knishes, dumplings, pickles, and sweets while exploring hidden gems and vibrant local culture.

Provided by CityShuffles

2 hours

10:30 AM, 1:30 PM

2 hours

10:30 AM, 1:30 PM

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NYC Skyline Free Tour: Frank Sinatra, Hoboken History & Local Food

9.6 (3)

Ditch Manhattan's crowds for a unique NYC skyline tour in Hoboken! Join a local mom-and-son duo to uncover Frank Sinatra's roots, the birthplace of baseball, hidden neighborhood gems, and the best local food spots in town.

Provided by Monica

1h 30min

10:30 AM, 6:00 PM +1 More +1 More

1h 30min

10:30 AM, 6:00 PM +1 More +1 More

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The Greenwich Village History Tour

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Explore bohemian Greenwich Village on this walking tour featuring Washington Square Park, Café Wha?, Stonewall Inn, the “Friends” apartment, and iconic film locations from Serpico, I Am Legend, and more.

Provided by CityShuffles

2 hours

10:00 AM

2 hours

10:00 AM

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New York Free Tour: Radical & Weird History of Chinatown and LES

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Ditch the generic tourist traps! Join a former bike messenger for a gritty, fast-paced tour diving into the bizarre facts, hidden spots, and dark humor of Chinatown and the Lower East Side. Authentic city vibes only.

Provided by Freewheelin' Bike Tours

2h 45min

4:15 PM

2h 45min

4:15 PM

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The Broadway Ghost Tour

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Join The Broadway Ghost Tour and discover the haunted side of New York’s theater scene. Explore chilling tales, legendary spirits, and eerie secrets that bring Broadway’s dark history to life.

Provided by CityShuffles

2 hours

6:30 PM

2 hours

6:30 PM

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5,318 Reviews in New York

by Julissana Guzman

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

"Mucho más que un tour: una lección de Nueva York"

An incredible experience! I really enjoyed the tour of the New York Public Library, Grand Central, Times Square, and Broadway with Greg. Not only did I learn about New York’s history, but also...

by Elizabeth Guth

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

"Great Tour!"

Mary was an amazing tour guide! She made exploring the Lower East Side fun and interesting, sharing the area’s history while taking us to some fantastic local food spots. Every stop was delicious,...

by Jessie Hung

Reviewed on Jul 05, 2026

"Jul7 4th, 10 AM-Jessie & Luis"

We enjoyed the tour a lot. Santiago was very thoughtful with contacting us previously and sharing the meeting spot. He explained the history and stories happened around the Central Park very well....

by Soraya Zuñiga

Reviewed on Jul 04, 2026

"Simpatía"

We really liked our guide—he shared stories, facts, and photos with us. All stars for Oscar! We had a great time. Best regards

by Helena Coelho

Reviewed on Jul 03, 2026

"Great experience"

Really good tour, our guide Mike was amazing

by Jennifer Dugan

Reviewed on Jul 02, 2026

"Ian was an excellent guide"

I learned a ton, loved the sites and things I learned. Thanks!

by Giulia Br

Reviewed on Jul 01, 2026

"Great tour"

We loved it all!

by John Ungvarsky

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

"Soho, Little Italy & Chinatown Walking Tour With Kassi"

Kassi is an excellent tour guide. She knows NYC inside and out with interesting stories and facts to share. Highly recommend.

by Valentina Alvarez

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

"Tour con Omar"

We took the tour with Omar. He was very informative and fun. We highly recommend it!!

by Shifrah Rosenberg

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

"M.J. Was great"

Even before the tour. MJ was super responsive and helpful. We were there early and saw the three women who came and decided to leave, giving us a very intimate tour for just my husband and I and...

by Maren Hilmer

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2026

"Worth it"

Giovani was super friendly and engaging from the 1st second on. I had a really great time walking around and learning about the city. This is a great way to get an impression of the city at the...

by Tali M

Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026

"Tour with John"

We had a great tour with John ! Lots of history, nice stories and travel tips. I would definitely recommend this tour.

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