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Free Tour New York: Grand Central, Rockefeller Center and Midtown

9.3 (178)

Join us to discover the majesty of Manhattan on our Midtown tour. From glamorous Rockefeller Center to living history at Grand Central Station, immerse yourself in the essence of the Big Apple.

Provided by Terradventours

2h 30min

9:45 AM, 2:30 PM

2h 30min

9:45 AM, 2:30 PM

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Central Park Free Walking Tour & Landscaping

9.2 (489)

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 (768)

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 (335)

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 (401)

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 Greenwich Village History Tour

9.9 (4)

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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Free Tour Inside NY Public Library, Grand Central, Times Sq & Broadway

9.5 (105)

Discover the vibrant essence of New York through the heart of Midtown Manhattan. This carefully designed experience will guide you through 12 iconic stops, each offering a rich blend of history, culture, jazz, and some extravagant Broadway stories.

Provided by NYC Free Tours

2h 15min

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

2h 15min

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

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Explore Brooklyn: Bridge, Heights & Dumbo

9.9 (399)

Join us to discover Brooklyn’s iconic charm! Cross the legendary bridge, wander through historic brownstones in Brooklyn Heights, and experience the creative energy of DUMBO with unforgettable skyline views.

Provided by CityShuffles

3 hours

9:30 AM, 5:30 PM +1 More +1 More

3 hours

9:30 AM, 5:30 PM +1 More +1 More

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Lower Manhattan New York Free Tour

9.9 (329)

Join this powerful tour through Lower Manhattan and discover NYC’s Dutch roots, Wall Street icons, Hamilton’s legacy, and the moving 9/11 Memorial. Uncover the history, resilience, and spirit of America’s financial heart.

Provided by CityShuffles

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 1:30 PM

2h 30min

10:00 AM, 1:30 PM

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5,448 Reviews in New York

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2026

by Catalina Velasquez

(2 reviews)

"Me encantó!!"

Gabriel is a great guide... I loved this tour!! Great historical facts, and we visited some incredible places. Thank you sooooo much!

Reviewed on Aug 12, 2026

by Terri-Ann Gawthroupe

(1 review)

"Start your trip with a tour!"

Mary had so many side stories that fill in the rich history and culture of NYC. We already had an itinerary for our trip, but we have at least half a dozen now stops to make now that we’ve taken...

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

by Alon Leibovitz

(2 reviews)

"John Gallagher is great!"

John Gallagher was extremely professional and did an excellent job coordinating with everyone, clearly communicating where and when to meet. He provided helpful planning and contact information in...

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2026

by Natalie Leske

(3 reviews)

"Soho, Little Italy and Chinatown"

We thought this tour was great, a fantastic guide Courtney who had so much knowledge about the areas and the history. Fascinating to learn about New York's migration history. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2026

by Barış Ertürk

(1 review)

"Lovely tour"

The tour was great

Reviewed on Aug 05, 2026

by Xiaoyun Sun

(5 reviews)

"Remarkable walking tour with Mike"

I had an amazing time on the free walking tour of Brooklyn with Mike Manship. It was one of the highlights of my trip to New York. Mike is an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate tour guide....

Reviewed on Aug 04, 2026

by Jesus Labandeira

(1 review)

"Fantastico"

A lot of information, and it's really good. The guide is fantastic. I loved it.

Reviewed on Aug 03, 2026

by Stephanie Major

(1 review)

"Great tour!"

Santiago was fantastic! A great mix of Central Park history, trivia, and iconic sites. It rained our entire tour and it was still enjoyable.

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

by Denise Silva

(1 review)

"Excelent tour!"

I love how Courtney was kind with her time to spend extra time with us! Her knowledge of facts and bonus info was amazing!

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

by Carmen Guante

(1 review)

"Muy buena"

Excellent tours; the guide, Gabriel, was very friendly and knowledgeable. I recommend him 100%. I was absolutely delighted.

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

by Lucia Mantecon

(2 reviews)

"Excelente"

Gabriel is an amazing guide; he taught us a lot and was very friendly throughout the tour

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

by Jorge Fernández Mariño

(1 review)

"Free Tour Greenwich village"

Carlos was a wonderful guide who, in addition to being knowledgeable about the subject, answered many of our other questions so we could enjoy the city.

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