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New York City Private Walking Tour

TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10

AverageTop 42% in New York City

2 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • New York City
  • Updated November 4, 2026

Explore Times Square and New York’s famous avenues on a private walking tour tailored to your interests and schedule.

About this tour

See New York City through local eyes on a private walking tour shaped around what interests you. Meet your guide at the Red Steps in Duffy Square, then set out to explore the city’s lively streets and landmarks at a pace that suits your plans.

Take in the energy of Times Square, stroll along famous avenues, and hear stories about New York’s history and culture. Your guide can adjust the route and stops, whether you prefer a brisk overview or a deeper look at selected sights. The private format offers room to ask questions and discover details beyond a standard sightseeing route.

The tour includes a local discovery guide and a flexible itinerary. Attraction tickets, food, drinks, and transportation to and from attractions are not included, so you can choose which optional paid stops to visit. Children under 3 can join free of charge. Book your New York City private walking tour for a personal introduction to the city, guided by your interests.

Highlights

  • Explore Times Square and famous New York avenues
  • Hear local stories about the city’s history and culture
  • Shape the route around your interests and schedule

What's included

Included

  • Private tour
  • Local discovery guide (Rahe)
  • Flexible itinerary

Not included

  • Tickets to attractions outside the planned itinerary
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Transportation to and from attractions

Ratings on each provider

The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.

Important information

  • Meeting point: The Red Steps at Duffy Square, 7th Ave and W 47th St, New York, NY 10036
  • Children under 3 can join free of charge
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers
  • Nearby public transportation is available
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

Is the tour private?

Yes. The experience is a private tour with a local discovery guide.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. Stops and the pace can be adapted to your interests, schedule, and preferred attractions.

Are attraction tickets included?

No. Tickets for attractions outside the planned itinerary are not included, and optional admission costs are your responsibility.

Can children join the tour?

Children under 3 can join free of charge. Infants and small children can ride in a stroller.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

The tour is wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair-accessible transportation options are available.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 5.00 on Viator and 5.00 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.

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 7.2. Top 42% in New York City means it ranks in the top 42% 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.

  • GetYourGuide
  • Viator

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