Welcome to New York City Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $100 / person
- Location
- New York City
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 7 reviews
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Ann McDermott
- Meeting point
- Meet in Bryant Park in front of the fountain, across the street from 1095 6th Avenue (the SalesForce Building) and Whole Foods.
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Fri
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Nov 20
- Adult (ages 18–64)
- $100
- Senior (ages 65–90)
- $75
- Youth (ages 12–17)
- $50
- Child (ages 2–11)
- $50
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller Center is the heart of Midtown Manhattan, I will show you around 30 Rock and the fabled underground concourse and help you understand its significance for world communications and media.
Grand Central Terminal
Walk over to Grand Central, New York's most spectacular train station, home of many famous movie scenes and all Metro North Commuter Trains.
Times Square / Theater District
Times Square is undoubtedly New York's most popular tourist destination. I will point out landmark buildings and happenings here, but more importantly, I'll instruct you in how to use the subway through here to get to the other New York destinations you might want to visit.
Staten Island
The Staten Island Ferry is the most popular way to see the Statue of Liberty for free, I'll show you how to use the ferry, tell you which are the best ferries to views (they're not all the same) and explain how to get back to Manhattan quickly or where to go for a nice meal in Staten Island!
Brooklyn Bridge
The Brooklyn Bridge is beyond iconic, in recent years it has become one of New York's most popular tourist attractions. I can show you how to get there via subway and also many other interesting historic buildings at the Manhattan base of bridge.
New York Stock Exchange
Located on the corner of Wall and Broad Streets in Lower Manhattan, there is no more important site in NYC to the economy of the world. Having worked in and around Wall Street my entire career, I'll explain how it works and some of the tech advances that have changed how it functions in recent years.
New York City
We will take the subway from Midtown Manhattan to Downtown and Wall Street so you can get an understanding of how to navigate like a native New Yorker on your visit to the Big Apple!
What's included
Included
Tutorial on how to navigate New York City like a Pro!
New York City Subway and Manhattan Bus Maps
Not included
MetroCard or Credit Card for use on NYC Subways and Buses
if you need me to pick-up in NJ or Queens, will be an additional $5.00 per person charge.
Pickup Locations & Times
Anywhere in Manhattan is about the same, if you need us to pick-up in NJ or Queens, will be an additional $5.00 per person charge.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
7 reviews
How it compares in New York City
- Starting price $100 is 66% above the typical $60 for tours of similar length in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,420 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Welcome to New York City Tour take?
Welcome to New York City Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Welcome to New York City Tour cost?
Prices start at $100 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Welcome to New York City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does Welcome to New York City Tour cost for children?
Children aged 2–11 pay from $50, adults from $100.
Can I cancel Welcome to New York City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Anywhere in Manhattan is about the same, if you need us to pick-up in NJ or Queens, will be an additional $5.00 per person charge. Pickup points include Dumont NYC - An Affinia Hotel.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Welcome to New York City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 7 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Ann McDermott.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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