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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 30 Dec

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $150.00

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Mon 30 Dec

Starting at $150.00

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
Masks are recommended but not required outdoors. Masks and/or proof of vaccination may be required to enter any indoor facility

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 (104)

Robert G

Mar 2017

A superb experience,exceptional guide, a college professor no less who was very personable and made the gilded age of New York society come alive. This was our favorite tour which began at the Plaza Hotel with the Oak bar visit of Hitchcock film fame and on north to Carnegie fabulous mansion. Bring your walking shoes and prepare to be enchanted

Joanpdt

Mar 2017

This was a great tour. I couldn't believe it when I looked at my watch and two hours had gone by. Lots of interaction with our questions and fun history tidbits. Our guide clearly has a passion for his subject. We did the gilded tour which started at the plaza. The inside story of the Eloise books. The transition from park avenue mansions to hotel living for the rich and famous. And especially the efforts made by our guide and other prominent New Yorkers to keep the plaza from becoming another modern glitzy mall! Inspired us all with seeing the results of activism for historical preservation! Lots of stories about the ruthless barons who became philanthropists later in life, perhaps worried about their afterlife? Or just their reputations. Carnegie, Frick, Vanderbilts, and many more were included as we viewed their former homes and lives along Central Park. It would have been fun to just sit and listen but was even better to walk along and live in the past for while. We are hoping to do the Founding Fathers tour on our next visit!

Monica T

Mar 2017

I recently went on the "Gildes Age" tour and was so impressed by both our tour guide's knowledge and how much there was to learn about a city I thought I knew well! As we walked down 5th avenue, we were transported back to a world of high society and "old money" and got a glimpse of how the other half lived (and to some extent still live). From the informative descriptions of the architecture to the guide's personal anecdotes, the world of the Vanderbilts, Rockerfellers, Carnegies and so many more came alive over the course of two delightful hours. Would recommend this tour company to anyone with a love of history or who just wants to learn a little bit more about the great city of New York. Can't wait to try another of these tours the next time I'm in town.