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Manhattan Highlights Private Tour by Car

New York City, USA
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from $1,250 per group (up to 5)

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Times Square - the crossroads of the world, the only way to properly experience is by walking through it
Leading on Wall Street
St Patrick's Cathedral
Grand Central Terminal - the largest in the world
Rockefeller's Center Channel Gardens
4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 1 more
Ukrainian

Overview

My first of hundreds highlights tours I led happened in 2012 but I still love showing my favorite city. We will cover all the most important sights, will explore the city from a car (much less traffic now with the congestion pricing) and get out for walks in the most interesting locations.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Guided Tour

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    I can meet you at your hotel in Manhattan or we can set a convenient meeting point depending on where you stay.

    OR
    Meeting point

    848 Columbus Circle
    New York, NY 10023, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    3825 State Street
    New York, NY 10004, USA

    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    What To Expect

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    Columbus Circle

    Much more then just a traffic circle this place is a zero point for calculations of distance to NYC, a logical place to start our tour
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Central Park (pass by)

    We will briefly go in Central Park to experience its lush vegetation (outside winter months) and a portion of 50 miles of pathways, a little taste of the grand attraction
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    The Plaza (pass by)

    Probably the most famous hotel in New York if not America it housed the Beatles, Marilyn Monroe and most famously of all - Kevin McCallister of Home Alone 2
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    Fifth Avenue (pass by)

    The most central avenue of them all this portion of the Fifth is one of the most expensive streets of the world with is stores, hotels and office towers
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    Rockefeller Center

    The largest private real estate development in history at the time of construction Rockefeller Center surprised everyone but the best time to see it is during the holidays when the Tree is here
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Times Square

    The most visited place in USA, in the middle of the Theater District, Times Square is best seen at night so you'll have to come back but even so it will impress you with the lights and the crowds
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Bryant Park (pass by)

    Depending on the season Bryant Park has a lot to offer. During winter months a holiday fair takes place around the best skating rink in town. In the summer a huge meadow in the middle of skyscrapers give opportunity for rest and even cultural enrichment
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    New York Public Library

    New York Public Library's Main Branch is right here on 5th avenue. If we have time let's go in to see the Treasures of the library that include original toys played by Cristopher Robin!
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Grand Central Terminal

    The largest and arguably most beautiful railroad terminal in the world. Here we will catch a subway that will take us Downtown.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    The Oculus

    This is basically the Grand Central Terminal of the XXI century. Designed by Calatrava and finished in 2016 it's the 4 billion extravagancy New York badly needed
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    World Trade Center (pass by)

    The skyscraping complex built on the spot of the old one, perished in the 9/11 attacks. Not everything is finished here as of 2022 but we are getting there
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    The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

    This is the place of solemn remembrance of the 2001 terrorist attacks on New York City in which almost 3000 people died in the matter of 102 minutes. We will see the memorial and I will tell the story of how events of that tragic morning unfolded.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Trinity Church Wall Street (pass by)

    The richest church in the nation is rightly placed on Wall street (corner of Broadway). No wonder Nicholas Cage's character found Templar treasures right under the church in National Treasure movie. The cemetery contains among others the first treasurer of the USA - Alexander Hamilton
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    Wall Street

    An ancient thoroughfare used to be the northern border of the city of New Amsterdam - original New York designation. Now an euphemism for the financial industry this is the best known street in the country if not the world.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Federal Hall

    This is where the American government was born, the first Capitol building stood on this spot, first Congress sat here and first President was inaugurated here. Sadly the original structure is gone but his 1842 customs house (and later subtreasury) now houses a museum.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    New York Stock Exchange (pass by)

    The largest exchange in the world started in 1792 with a simple document known as the Buttonwood Agreement. That's why the only tree you'll find here is the buttonwood tree (platanus occidentalis). Except for the month of December when the traditional Christmas Tree is also here (this is where the Charging Bull was originally placed as a present to America).
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    Fearless Girl (pass by)

    One of the freshest sights in NYC the now famous sculpture was moved here on Broad street in December of 2018, she used to stand in front of the Bull on Broadway, surrounded by crowds who risked to be hit by an express bus
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    Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull) (pass by)

    One of the biggest Points of Interest in New York it has more than 3 tons of bronze and even more in chuptzah since it was placed on the city streets illegally but become one of its symbols
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    Bowling Green

    The oldest public park of the city does not impress much until you hear its history and find out that the fence surround the park is 5 years older than the United States
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    National Museum of the American Indian (pass by)

    The Old Alexander Hamilton Customs House was finished in 1907 at the time when New York port was responsible for 85% of the country's budget - the fact reflected in the building's rich embellishments
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Manhattan Highlights Private Tour by Car?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Manhattan Highlights Private Tour by Car?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
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    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Private transportation.
    • Guided Tour.
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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the Manhattan Highlights Private Tour by Car is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    • Service animals allowed
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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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