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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 305 reviews

Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

Glide through Central Park in a tranquil 1-hour pedicab ride. Discover iconic landmarks and hidden retreats that echo New York's storied past.

5 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews

Open Seats & Deals with Brooklyn Sail

Sail around New York Harbor, capturing iconic views and moments with your group.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 460 reviews

Zen Weaving: Create a Wabi-Sabi Tapestry in Dumbo

Weave a wabi-sabi tapestry using endless yarns on a loom in Brooklyn's Dumbo. Join Yukako, a 25-year weaving expert, as you explore Japanese textile arts and mindful creativity.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Hamilton & Washington’s New York with a historian

Step into Revolutionary New York with Washington and Hamilton on an immersive journey led by a historian and licensed guide—history brought to life on the streets where it happened.

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews

Watch a theatre show and chat over food and drinks

Join me for a discounted theater show and insightful post-show discussion over food and drinks.

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 1534 reviews

See 30 Top New York Sights with Fun Local Guide

Explore New York’s major landmarks and get a taste of its history, culture, and character.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 778 reviews

Explore Manhattan's secondhand gems with a stylist

Explore Manhattan's best secondhand shops with leading stylist and personal shopper Samantha. Discover unique pieces across six stores. Perfect for all sizes and genders. Message with questions!

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 401 reviews

Create a mindful tapestry through zen weaving

Discover Zen Weaving in a 2-hour session. Inspired by Japanese aesthetics, weave a tapestry in the flow, playing with endless colorful yarns for mindful creation.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 931 reviews

Spray paint in Bushwick with local street artist

Paint your own graffiti at New York's premier street art hub.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 180 reviews

Step inside Fifth Avenue's gilded age mansions

Wander through Gilded Age mansions along Fifth Avenue. Trace tales of power, love, and architecture.

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5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Met Museum of Art Highlights in a Small Group Tour

Tour Met's highlights: Egyptian tombs, Monet & Singer Sargent, a holy chalice, and more. Tickets included.

4.5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Explore NYC oyster history and shucking at Pier 57

Trace NYC’s oyster history in a hands-on shucking workshop at Pier 57. Learn sustainable craft and the city’s rich oyster legacy from an industry insider.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews

Create your signature scent at a perfume bar

Practice the art of bespoke fragrance creation to build a scent that's uniquely your own.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Attend gospel brunch at Red Rooster in Harlem

Dine at Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster for an iconic meal and performance by Mama Foundation for the Arts' Sing Harlem Choir. Meet with the creators and hear their story of their impact on Harlem.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Times Square’s Sweetest Donut Adventure

Glaze the day with a guided donut tour in TSQ and taste NYC's sweetest spots

5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Meet The Met: Extended Metropolitan Museum Tour

Explore centuries of art from around the world on a guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum in NYC. Tickets included.

3 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Ride through Manhattan's top city sights by bike

Bypass traffic and see the best of NYC on a 3.5-hour cycling adventure with a local guide.

4.78 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Cycle through scenic Central Park with a guide

This 2 hour guided bike tour includes stops at essential attractions of Central Park while guides provide in-depth narration and stop for photo opportunities at hidden gems throughout the tour.

4.33 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Bike the Brooklyn Bridge

Be guided on a two-hour ride with stops through Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn.

4.67 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Visit Lady Liberty & Ellis Island with a historian

Explore the history of liberty, migration, and American identity at two UNESCO sites.

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