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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 13 Jan
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Starting at $150.00
Mon 13 Jan
Starting at $150.00
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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
1
Macy's Herald Square
Worlds Largest Department store
2
New York Public Library
Discover the stories that inspired holiday traditions
3
Bryant Park
Stroll through the winter village
4
Fifth Avenue
World class shopping and holiday displays
5
Rockefeller Center
Iconic art deco complex and home to the most popular christmas tree
6
Radio City Music Hall
Home of the Rockettes and Christmas Spectacular
7
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)
travelbug54_10
May 2015
As part of a group of 17 adults on an educational tour from Victoria, Canada, we had the great pleasure of being guided through the East Village by Kevin Draper. Kevin is so passionate about New York, and in particular its history, and his enthusiasm is contagious! Everyone was fascinated by his narrative and the 1.5 hours just flew by! I would definitely book additional tours with Kevin on future visits.
Ben F
Apr 2015
I bought my wife this tour as a Christmas gift, hoping for an experience that walked something of a fine line. We've lived in NYC for about a year, so we didn't want tourist simplicity, but we are far from native experts. Kevin was perfect -- didn't assume we knew anything heading in, but also was able to get to a deeper level when we asked. Also, tours like this sometimes can be too much about specific buildings and specific architecture details. But not this one. As a historian, Kevin seems to get that the real story of the neighborhoods are the culture, politics and society of its residents. Therefore, he talked a lot less about pedantic details of the streetscape and a lot more about how various groups, like the Irish, gradually moved up the social ladder and moved from the slums into more respectable housing stock and started to exert political influence. Very enlightening. Also, he expertly wove together stories and lessons from the 19th Century with much more recent, practical history of the city. We learned about the Irish-police relationships of the 1850s and how John Gotti finally got busted on the same trip, and also about the backlash against the hyper urban sprawl planning of the 1950s and 1960s in NYC. Can't recommend this tour enough. 5 stars. Ben F
Christina C
Nov 2014
This was our second time to use New York Historical Tours. This time we took a guided tour of Chinatown, Little Italy and Greenwich Village with Kevin. The tours are fascinating. I thoroughly enjoyed this learning experience and would highly recommend both tours! It is time well spent. Kevin brings the rich history of NYC to life.

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