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New York City Christmas Holiday Lights and Markets Walking Tour

New York City Christmas Holiday Lights and Markets Walking Tour

Overview

Get into the spirit of the holiday season by visiting four of New York’s most attractive traditional holiday markets. Soak up the festive atmosphere of the Big Apple around Christmas time, when the city is at its most magical.

City: New York City

Tue 17 Sep

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Starting at $45.00

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Tue 17 Sep

Starting at $45.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

The Shops at Columbus Circle

Christopher Columbus is being honored here by a monument located in the center of a traffic circle that circles around the monument to go either north, south or east.

Columbus Circle

This is the first Holiday market that is being visited with many kiosks offering food, drink, arts and crafts and full of Holiday Gift ideas.

Central Park

This is the first public park in America with over 42 million visitors each year. This 843 acre park took 15 years to complete and was designed by famed architects Olmstead and Vaux. Home to the Wollman Rink, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Tavern on the Green.

Fifth Avenue

Fifth Avenue is a major thoroughfare in the borough of Manhattan. It stretches north from Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village to West 143rd Street in Harlem. It is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world.

Bergdorf Goodman

Bergdorf Goodman Inc. is a luxury department store based on Fifth Avenue. This exclusive store always retains the highest quality and fashion. Christmas time brings their beautiful and avant-garde window displays.

St. Patrick's Cathedral

St. Patrick's Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral in Midtown. It is the seat of the Archbishop of New York as well as a parish church. St Patrick opened its doors in 1879.

Rockefeller Center

(Exterior Visit) Rockefeller Center is a large complex consisting of 19 commercial buildings. The holidays in NYC begin at Rockefeller Center. Whether it’s a visit to the iconic Christmas Tree, a skate on the ice at the Rink, or exploring attractions and fun things to do, there’s a magic here that can’t be denied.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Shop the best designer clothing arrivals at Saks Fifth Avenue. During the Christmas season, they offer some of the most breathtaking decorations and window displays.

Bryant Park

The European-inspired open-air market curated by Urbanspace features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.

Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Terminal's Vanderbilt Hall hosts this enduring holiday market, where booths featuring artisans, jewelers & home goods vendors draw shoppers beneath the iconic Beaux Arts chandeliers.

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (14)

934j_rgj

Dec 2022

Great tour with our experienced tour guide Kathrin we learned learned a lot. Was a great pleasure to join.

Paul_H

Dec 2022

Charles was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Really enjoyed the tour. It was extremely busy but Charles managed to keep us altogether and on time. Thank you

170taia

Dec 2022

The Christmas Holiday Lights and Markets Walking Tour was the best experience ever! I mean seriously. I could not have asked for a better experience and tour guide. Not only was she very knowledgeable and patient but she was so warm and pleasant. It made the experience so much more memorable. For tours, I always love when the guide checks in to make sure that everyone understands and is following along and this definitely happened several times. I felt that I was in great hands. I would use this tourism company again and again. In fact, I'm going to plan out an experience for the students at my school. I can't wait! Just remember to dress warm and bring some snacks along with you so you can fully enjoy your experience and be 100% present.