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New York City Backpacker Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 8.1 out of 10

Very goodTop 14% in New York City

22 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Explore Midtown on foot, snap landmark photos, and find budget-friendly bites and local tips on this two-hour New York City tour.

About this tour

Discover a more affordable side of Midtown on this two-hour New York City Backpacker Tour. Meet your guide in Bryant Park, then set out on foot to explore iconic city streets and spot famous landmarks along the way.

Pause for photos near Times Square and Rockefeller Plaza, and get ideas for places to visit during the rest of your trip. The tour also points out budget-friendly bites and drinks, including $1.50 pizza slices and $4 drinks. It ends at a neighborhood bar with a full bar, jukebox, and free New York City hot dogs. Food and drinks are not listed as included, so bring cash if you want to purchase them.

Before the tour, your guide will share affordable local finds and tips, including ways to get discount Broadway tickets. The experience runs rain or shine, with a mix of indoor and outdoor time. Wear comfortable walking shoes and enjoy a relaxed introduction to the city. Book your New York City Backpacker Tour to explore Midtown, collect local recommendations, and make the most of your visit.

Highlights

  • Sample $1.50 pizza slices and find $4 drinks
  • Snap photos near Times Square and Rockefeller Plaza
  • Explore iconic Midtown spots on foot
  • Finish at a neighborhood bar with a jukebox and free hot dogs
  • Get local tips and ideas for the rest of your NYC trip

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • In-person English-speaking guide

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Meet at the corner of 41st Street and 5th Avenue, on the steps of the library; look for a green baseball cap and backpack
  • The tour runs rain or shine and includes outdoor walking
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Bring cash if you would like to buy pizza or a drink
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  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour meet?

Meet at the corner of 41st Street and 5th Avenue, on the library steps. Your guide will wear a green baseball cap and carry a backpack.

Does the tour run in bad weather?

Yes. The tour runs rain or shine and includes both indoor and outdoor portions.

Should I bring cash?

Bring cash if you would like to buy pizza or a drink.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the Midtown walk.

Is the tour suitable for all fitness levels?

Yes. It is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and service animals are allowed.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 22 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 8.1. Top 14% in New York City means it ranks in the top 14% of tours in New York City by this score.

Provider rating distribution in New York City

How many tours in New York City have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.

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  • Viator

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