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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

Fri 27 Jun

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Starting at $59.00

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Fri 27 Jun

Starting at $59.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Christmas Cottage, the oldest Christmas Shop in New York City

The famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and Skating rink

Professional guide

Magnificent window displays at big department stores

Optional traditional Christmas food and warm drinks

New York’s traditional Christmas markets

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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 (48)

cwhitting22

Dec 2017

I was left behind and lost in the crowd before we even got to 5th Avenue. Very disappointing. Not a total waste, I did get a subway pass for the tour before hand as requested and started taking the subway after that. Other than that the tour was a waste of my money.

Brigitte D

Dec 2024

Very nice walk in French with the guide who knows very well the history of New York and the origins of Christmas holidays in New York A very nice guide

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Thank you very much for your comment! We are delighted that you enjoyed the tour in French and that our guide was able to share his expertise on the history of New York and the origins of the Christmas holidays. We hope to welcome you again for other exciting discoveries! -- Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié la visite en français et que notre guide ait pu partager son expertise sur l'histoire de New York et les origines des vacances de Noël. Nous espérons vous accueillir à nouveau pour d'autres découvertes passionnantes !

robertnJ460YF

Dec 2024

It was a nice Christmas party with my colleagues. We were 28 people and the service was great we had Jasen as a contact at the table.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Thank you for the positive feedback! We are very pleased to hear that your Christmas party with your colleagues was so lovely. It's great that Jasen took good care of you and the service was top. We hope you had an unforgettable time and wish you many more great experiences! ---- Vielen Dank für das positive Feedback! Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass eure Weihnachtsfeier im Kreis der Kollegen so schön war. Es ist großartig, dass Jasen sich gut um euch gekümmert hat und der Service top war. Wir hoffen, dass ihr eine unvergessliche Zeit hattet und wünschen euch weiterhin viele tolle Erlebnisse!