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New York City Christmas Walking Tour 2 hr

TourTruth score 5.5 out of 10

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64 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • New York City
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Explore Midtown’s holiday lights on a private New York City walking tour with a local guide and stories of its festive landmarks.

About this tour

See New York City dressed for the holidays on a private walking tour through the festive heart of Midtown. With a local guide leading the way, discover the stories and traditions behind the city’s seasonal landmarks and sparkling streets.

Visit Rockefeller Center, where the famous Christmas tree becomes a centerpiece of the season once it is lit and decorated in early December. Hear about Radio City Music Hall and the legendary Rockettes, then take in the holiday displays along Fifth Avenue. The route also brings you to Macy’s Herald Square, a beloved stop amid the city’s wintertime bustle. The tour lasts 120 minutes, with time to enjoy the sights on foot and hear the history behind them.

This private New York City Christmas walking tour offers a personal way to experience Midtown’s lights and traditions. Meet your guide outside St. Patrick’s Cathedral, lace up comfortable shoes, and enjoy the city’s festive season at street level.

Highlights

  • Admire Rockefeller Center’s famous Christmas tree when it is on display
  • Hear stories about Radio City Music Hall and the Rockettes
  • Stroll Fifth Avenue’s festive window displays
  • Discover Midtown’s holiday sights with a local guide

What's included

Included

  • Local guide
  • Private tour

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to and from attractions
  • Tickets to Radio City Christmas Spectacular
  • Entrance to Rockefeller Center skating rink
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Meet in front of St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Fifth Avenue between 50th and 51st Streets
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved; wear appropriate shoes
  • The tour operates in all weather; dress appropriately
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  • St. Patrick’s admission is unavailable on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
  • The Rockefeller Center tree is not lit and decorated until early December; timing varies by year
  • If dangerous weather causes cancellation, choose an alternative date or receive a full refund
  • The route may change due to marches, parades, or other circumstances beyond the provider’s control
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 3.40 on Viator and 4.32 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

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  • 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 5.5.

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