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New York Times Square Walking Tour 105 min

TourTruth score 6.7 out of 10

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6 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • 1 hr 45 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore Times Square’s hidden history, Broadway ghost stories, and Ball Drop origins on a guided 105-minute New York walking tour.

About this tour

See Times Square beyond its bright billboards on this 105-minute New York walking tour. With a licensed local guide leading the way, discover the stories, landmarks, and hidden details that make this busy crossroads more than a backdrop for photos.

Hear how the annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop began, listen to Broadway ghost stories, and learn about both little-known sites such as the Lincoln Highway and familiar sights around the Times Square Ball Drop. Along the route, your guide shares fascinating history, insider secrets, and recommendations for exploring the neighborhood. The small-group format, capped at 20 participants, makes it easier to ask questions and take in the details. Bring comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, and leave time to arrive before the tour begins.

Join this New York Times Square walking tour for a lively look at the area’s past and present, guided by someone who knows its stories firsthand.

Highlights

  • Uncover the story behind the annual New Year’s Eve Ball Drop
  • Hear Broadway ghost stories and surprising Times Square tales
  • Spot landmarks from the Lincoln Highway to the New York Times Building
  • Get local recommendations and insider tips
  • Capture photos as you explore with a small group

What's included

Included

  • Everything needed for the tour

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Important information

  • Meet on 8th Avenue between 40th and 41st Streets, in front of The New York Times Building
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start
  • The guide waits at the meeting point 30 minutes before departure with a sign
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.17 from 6 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 6.7.

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