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Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour

Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour

Overview

This is an expert led private tour to experience the magic, spectacle and spirit of the holiday season on an enchanted journey through the history of holiday traditions. This first class tour of Christmas in New York takes you to the most spectacular seasonal sites in the heart of Manhattan and reveals the inspired stories behind them. Get ready to enjoy the festive tales and stories behind time honored traditions that will bring the spectacle of the city to life for an unforgettable holiday treat.

- Discover the history and secrets behind the many merry customs we associate with season.

- Learn the magic behind Macy’s and uncover the miracles of 34th street.

- Stroll by a popular ice rink through to a local holiday village market

- Encounter the dazzling holiday displays along Fifth Avenue.

- Delight in the magnificence of Rockefeller Center

- Experience the true spirit of Christmas at St Patrick’s Cathedral.

- Take iconic holiday pictures of your unforgettable experience

City: New York City

Mon 16 Jun

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Starting at $165.00

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Mon 16 Jun

Starting at $165.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Expert local guide

Private tour

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour conducted at a leisurely pace
Dress appropriately for the winter weather
Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended
Children 7 and under are free per accompanying adult

What To Expect

Macy's Herald Square

Worlds Largest Department store

New York Public Library

Discover the stories that inspired holiday traditions

Bryant Park

Stroll through the winter village

Fifth Avenue

World class shopping and holiday displays

Rockefeller Center

Iconic art deco complex and home to the most popular christmas tree

Radio City Music Hall

Home of the Rockettes and Christmas Spectacular

St. Patrick's Cathedral

The largest decorated gothic-style Catholic Cathedral in the United States

Show 4 more stops

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (107)

robfisher2015

Nov 2018

Four of us spent a most interesting informative and enjoyable time with Kevin who is the founder of New York Historical Tours. We did the Greenwich Village,China Town Little Italy Tour. We met at the City Hall, Kevin briefed us on the founding of New York by the Dutch, the building of the Brooklyn Bridge which led to New York becoming one of the worlds great cities. We learnt how and why New York built up, why so many buildings are five stories. Kevin took us to the setting of Gangs of New York and the influence of the Irish immigrants on the Police, the Fire service and City Hall. On through the streets of Chinatown which then morph into Little Italy. Kevin was very knowledgeable about the "Families". We walked past a particular restaurant and the owner was sitting outside smoking a huge cigar. Kevin has great knowledge of the areas visited. He has a great sense of humour he was always interesting and the two hour walk flew by. It turns out Kevin was one of the leading lights in the retention and development of the High Line. This walk with Kevin was one of the absolute highlights, not just of New York but of our many travels over the last forty years. Not to be missed and ask for whatever walk Kevin is doing!!

Runimehta1

Nov 2018

Kevin was knowledgable, engaging, informative and made the tour (despite an extremely windy and chilly morning) absolutely worth attending! I am a New Yorker but wanted to know more about the history of the city and so decided to give this tour a shot. Kevin told us soooo many facts that I had no idea of even after having lived in Manhattan for all these years.. this tour is for visitors and locals alike. Go for it I say.

NC_TravelLight

Oct 2018

We had another fantastic walking tour with Kevin Draper this week. Kevin has a great way of weaving history with architecture and interesting vignettes of the characters of the gilded age. Even though we grew up in the New York area, we never understood how much the “robber barrons” shaped the city to be the cultural Mecca it is today. We would highly recommend you take this tour!