New York City

15 Best NYC Walking Tours

The walking tours: architecture in Midtown, immigrant history downtown and brownstone blocks in Brooklyn. On foot is how the grid starts to make sense; whatever the neighborhood, there is a guide who knows every door.

1.SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York

Explore NYC’s vibrant neighborhoods of SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown on this guided walking tour. Discover architecture, mob stories, and cultural sights for an authentic experience.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Joseph was a great guide with fascinating sories and bits of information that really brought to life all the neighborhoods visited on the tour. It's so much more interesting to know the back story of a neighnorhood in addition to just admiring the architecture and…”

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2.Secrets of Grand Central Station Walking Tour New York City

Discover the secrets behind Grand Central's architecture and history with this engaging 90-minute small-group tour led by knowledgeable guides in NYC.

★ 5.0

“Very interesting, comprehensive tour - history to today. Our tour guide was John D - he was great, kept us moving and entertained. His love for NYC was so apparent, we all enjoyed his tour.”

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4.Central Park Guided Walking Tour

Discover the magic of Central Park with this engaging guided walk, exploring its secrets, history, and film fame in a small group setting.

★ 5.0

“We did the southern portion of CP and learned a lot about our favorite park…tour guide was very knowledgeable and took great pics! Would do again!”

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6.NYC Greenwich Village Italian Food Guided Walking Tour

Explore Greenwich Village’s Italian heritage on this guided walking tour, sampling authentic foods, visiting historic sites, and enjoying insider stories.

★ 5.0

“Greg was a great tour guide for the Italian foods of SOHO and Greenwich Village. Greg was very passionate about the neighborhood since multiple generations of his family once lived there. He was very informative and easy going. On of the highlights for me was…”

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7.New York City: Gangsters and Ghosts 2-Hour Walking Tour

Explore NYC's dark past with this 2-hour walking tour through famous neighborhoods, uncovering gangs, ghosts, and hidden stories with expert guides.

★ 4.7

“Fun, spooky and the perfect way to orient yourself around New York for your stay! A perfect dose of history and creepiness. Jared was so much fun, friendly and knowledgeable. Thank you Jared!!!!”

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8.NYC Professional Photoshoot and Walking Tour with Private Guide

Discover NYC with a private photoshoot and personalized walking tour. Capture stunning photos, get insider tips, and explore iconic neighborhoods in style.

★ 5.0

“I couldn’t recommend this more. This is such a brilliant idea! You get a true feel for the city and since you’ll already be taking a ton of photos, having a seasoned professional capture these special moments is the best way to go!”

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9.Superheroes in New York Walking Tour

Discover New York's superhero history on a 2-hour walking tour, visiting iconic filming locations, comic landmarks, and celebrity hangouts with expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Michael was very personable and provided interesting information. Simple walking tour thorough the city.”

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10.Central Park TV and Movie Sites Walking Tour

Discover iconic Central Park filming locations with this 2-hour walking tour. Enjoy entertaining stories, over 30 movie sites, and expert guides.

★ 4.5

“The park is so beautiful! I couldn't believe how many recognizable spots there were. Our tour guide, Katy, was very knowledgeable about the park. Highly recommend.”

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11.Manhattan Neighborhood Private Customized Walking Tour

Discover NYC on a personalized half-day walking tour through neighborhoods like Greenwich Village, SoHo, and Central Park with expert guides and flexible itineraries.

★ 5.0

“Patrick was one of the best guides we’ve had. He was very knowledgeable, spoke clearly, and very approachable. He pointed out items throughout the tour that we would have walked right by, but these really made the tour interesting. We went to Chelsea Market, High…”

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12.NYC: Brooklyn Graffiti & Street Art Walking Tour in Bushwick

Explore Brooklyn’s vibrant street art scene on this 2-hour guided walking tour in Bushwick, discovering murals, techniques, and local artists for just $32.

★ 4.8

“Had a super fun and exciting tour, highly recommended!! Nic is a pro, a people’s person, very knowledgeable and gives you the whole story with passion and care. This is a must and an easy 5 stars, I’d go on more tours with him without…”

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13.Brooklyn: Bushwick Street Art Walking Tour

Explore Brooklyn’s vibrant street art scene on a 1.5-hour walking tour led by a local artist, offering authentic murals, stories, and insights for just $20.

★ 4.7

“The tour was great. Especially our tour guide! I felt she was really explanatory and answered all of our questions. We were a group of 5 and all of us agreed she was the best!”

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14.SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown NYC Guided Walking Tour

Discover NYC's vibrant neighborhoods of SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown on a 2-hour guided walking tour filled with history, food tastings, and iconic sights.

★ 5.0

“If you’re not familiar with this area this is a great tour! We enjoyed the stops along the way and time to explore and sample what the three areas had to offer.”

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15.West Harlem: Gospel Church Service and Sunday Walking Tour

Discover Harlem’s soul with a 2-hour gospel church service and walking tour, exploring its architecture, history, and vibrant community.

★ 4.3

“Great tour! The church ceremony was unbelievable, the members of the convention were kind and great people welcoming us with love. Keith, the tour guide was very informative and has great devotion toward Harlem. Don't miss it when you're in NYC!”

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More NYC Walking Tours

4.5NYC Underground Subway Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$39.00 5.0Hamilton Musical Themed Guided Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$75.00 4.5Guided Speakeasy Walking Tour of New York City3 hours (approx.)$34.00 4.6True Crime New York: NYPD-Guided Mafia Walking Tour w/ Food3 hours$75 4.8New York City: Greenwich Village Guided Walking Tour2 hours$39 4.59/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum$109.00 4.9NYC: Wall Street and Financial District Walking Tour2 hours$34 4.5Half-Day Harlem Gospel Experience Walking Tour4 hours (approx.)$59.00 5.0Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$39.00 4.5New York City: Superheroes of NYC Guided Walking Tour2 hours$35 4.9NYC: Ground Zero Walking Tour and 9/11 Museum Ticket4 hours$83 5.0Graffiti & Street Art Walking Tour in Brooklyn2 hours (approx.)$32.00 4.5Brooklyn: Dyker Heights Christmas Walking Tour1.5 hours$21 4.5NYC: Walking Tour with Local Guide and 30+ Top NYC Sights5 hours$58 4.8NYC: Fifth Ave Gilded Age Mansions Guided Walking Tour2 hours$39 5.0Williamsburg Food Tasting & Walking Tour3 hours (approx.)$95.00 5.0Walking tour in Manhattan Brooklyn Bridge and Waterfront2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.)$29.00 4.6NYC: Guided Bus and Walking Tour with Staten Island Ferry6 hours$79 4.7NYC: Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo District Walking Tour2.5 hours$49 5.0World Trade Center 911 and Ground Zero Walking Tour2 to 5 hours (approx.)$34.95 4.9NYC: High Line, Chelsea, & Meatpacking District Walking Tour2 hours$39 5.0The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour in New York2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$60.00 4.5NYC: Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo Guided Walking Tour2 hours$34 5.0How Money Was Made Wall Street Walking Tour2 hours (approx.)$49.00