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New York City Holiday Lights Tour 4 hr 30 min

TourTruth score 5.4 out of 10

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663 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • 4 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

See New York City glow with holiday lights on a guided evening tour from Times Square to Rockefeller Center, with time for photos.

About this tour

See New York City sparkle after dark on a holiday lights tour that brings the season’s festive glow to the streets. From the bright energy of Times Square to the decorations around Rockefeller Center, the evening offers a memorable look at iconic city sights dressed for the holidays.

Your 270-minute experience combines guided walking tours with an expert local guide’s narrative. Take in dazzling displays, enjoy the city’s seasonal atmosphere, and make time for photos along the way. Bottled water is provided on buses, while food and drinks are optional and available at your own expense. The tour meets on 7th Avenue between 50th and 51st Streets in Manhattan; arrive 20–30 minutes early, as seats are assigned first come, first served. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided.

Join this New York City holiday lights tour for an evening of festive sights and classic Manhattan scenery.

Highlights

  • Admire festive light displays across New York City
  • See iconic sights from Times Square to Rockefeller Center
  • Capture holiday memories on an evening tour

What's included

Included

  • Guided walking tours
  • Expert local tour guide narrative
  • Bottled water on buses

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks

Ratings on each provider

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Important information

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes before departure for check-in; seats are assigned first come, first served
  • Meeting point: 7th Avenue between 50th and 51st Streets, mid-block in Manhattan
  • Pickup and drop-off are not provided
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; strollers are allowed
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  • Service animals are allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnant travelers, or those with poor cardiovascular health
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended
  • Nearby parking garages: 140 W 51st St, NY, NY 10020, and 209 W 51st St, NY, NY 10019
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 270 minutes.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off provided?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided.

When should I arrive?

Arrive 20–30 minutes before departure for check-in. Seats are assigned first come, first served.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are optional and are not included in the ticket price.

Can infants join the tour?

Yes. Infants must sit on an adult’s lap, and strollers are allowed.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.59 from 663 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 5.4.

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