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New York Christmas Lights Tour 4 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

AverageTop 49% in New York City

1 review · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • 4 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 1, 2026

See Rockefeller Center’s holiday lights and Dyker Heights’ dazzling displays, with an optional DUMBO stop for skyline views.

About this tour

See New York glow for the holidays on a guided Christmas lights tour that pairs Manhattan landmarks with Brooklyn’s dazzling seasonal displays. Begin at Rockefeller Center, where the famous Christmas tree, festive lights, and ice-skating rink set the scene.

Then take the subway to Dyker Heights, a Brooklyn neighborhood known for its elaborate Christmas lights, oversized decorations, and streets transformed for the season. A local guide leads the way, while the subway ride connects the city’s holiday sights. To finish, you can opt to stop in DUMBO for nighttime views of the Manhattan skyline and bridges. Prefer to head back? Stay on the subway and return to Manhattan independently; directions are provided. The tour lasts 270 minutes, and mobile tickets and free cancellation are available.

Join this New York Christmas lights tour to experience the city’s festive landmarks and neighborhood displays in one evening.

Highlights

  • Admire the Christmas tree, holiday lights, and ice-skating rink at Rockefeller Center
  • Explore Dyker Heights’ festive streets and elaborate Christmas light displays
  • Choose an optional DUMBO stop for nighttime views of the Manhattan skyline and bridges

What's included

Included

  • Local guide

Not included

  • Subway fare
  • Guide gratuities, optional but recommended

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Important information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation is available nearby
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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Meet in the square near Barking Dog Café; the guide will be waiting there
  • An optional DUMBO stop is available; travelers who skip it can return to Manhattan by subway on their own, with directions provided

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1. Top 49% in New York City means it ranks in the top 49% of tours in New York City by this score.

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