New York City Fifth Avenue Tours and Activities

Make the most of your time in the city that never sleeps on a guided tour of NYC’s top attractions. Travel by both boat (seasonal) and bus as you swing by the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, Rockefeller Center and more. Then hop aboard a luxury boat for a sightseeing cruise past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, complete with stunning views of the world-famous skyline and Brooklyn Bridge.

Take in all the highlights of New York City on this comprehensive, one-of-a-kind tour. Explore the Big Apple like a New Yorker, as you walk, ride the subway and take the Staten Island ferry. Visit Times Square, the Broadway Theater District, Grand Central Terminal, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, and much more. Entrance to the One World Observatory is also included.

Step into the scenes of your favorite movies and TV shows with this guided tour of New York City’s famous filming locations. A guide helps you to recognize the buildings, shops, landmarks, and parks that have been featured in famous shows and movies such as ‘Friends,’ ‘Seinfeld,’ ‘Girls,’ and ‘Spiderman.’ Plus, TV buffs can get the inside scoop most tourists miss by exploring the sites with a guide/local actor.

Experience the best of the Big Apple during this half-day tour of Manhattan with a group limited to 15 guests. Rather than trying to do it all yourself, let an experienced guide lead you through the vibrant streets, colorful neighborhoods, and historic landmarks on foot, subway, and ferry. Get the full New York City experience and see iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, and Wall Street.

Experience the best of New York City in one day by following a professional guide through Manhattan's top attractions on this 6-hour NYC 360 tour. Make stops at Central Park, Rockefeller Center, 9/11 Memorial and Flat Iron and Financial districts, among others. Travel in a luxury vehicle to all locations, and learn about the the history and stories of this incredible city from your guide as you walk around each sight. Cap off a day of sightseeing with skip-the-line entrance to One World Observatory (admission included), where you'll travel more than 100 stories in less than 60 seconds .

Fans of TV’s Gossip Girl can relive their favorite moments during this entertaining visit to the New York hotspots and frequent filming locations featured on the hit show. Follow your guide (an NYC actor) to more than 30 filming locations, many of which you would not discover on your own. Along the way, watch clips of show highlights and hear little-known facts about the cast and crew.

Have only a limited amount of time to explore New York? This VIP, skip-the-line tour makes it easy to visit several of the city’s top landmarks in the space of just half a day. Meet in the morning at the Empire State Building, and start your day on a (literal) high note. You’ll also visit the Ground Zero Museum Workshop, will tour the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, and can upgrade to visit the 9/11 Memorial or the One World Observatory.

Get the inside story on the architecture that defines Manhattan’s skyline with a private walking tour of Midtown—the bustling heart of New York City. From the Empire State Building and other iconic skyscrapers to functional landmarks like Grand Central Station and the New York Public Library, see many of the city’s most impressive historic buildings while learning about their history and the preservation efforts that keep them gleaming for future generations.

New York City may be a fashion capital, but shopping in Manhattan can be daunting. By booking a shopping tour, you can let the experts guide you. Explore Fifth Avenue's best high-end boutiques in the company of a professional stylist, obtaining tips on everything from what cuts work best with your body shape to which colors flatter your skin tone. Splurge on a full clothing makeover for the ultimate NYC experience.

Enjoy a private, customized tour of New York City in a limousine. Choose between a 3- and 4-hour tour and select from any number of popular locations, like Times Square and the Theatre District, Central Park, Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge. Focus on one area or see it all. Multilingual tours are available in English, Spanish, French, Italian or German. A hotel pickup and drop-off is included. The price shown is per tour, for up to nine guests.

See as much as you can in fast-moving New York on this comprehensive 5-hour coach sightseeing tour of the Big Apple’s top attractions. Listen to live commentary as you tackle NYC from top to bottom, starting with Uptown highlights like Harlem and the Dakota (once home to John Lennon) before heading towards downtown. After admiring the Flatiron and Empire State Buildings, catch a glimpse of Greenwich Village and Soho and beholding the Brooklyn Bridge. Make sure to watch for the new World Trade Center as you head back to Herald Square.

Explore New York City at your own pace on a private tour that lets you customize your itinerary. Your personal guide helps you to craft your dream journey around NYC, making this trip a rewarding adventure for everyone from first-time visitors to NYC regulars. Plus, while many tours have one driver/guide, on this trip you can choose a separate guide and driver so you can ensure your guide’s full attention.

Skip the effort of exploring Lower and Midtown Manhattan on your own with this private walking tour. With a guide to lead the way and furnish you with historical tales, it’s an easier and more enlightening option than sightseeing alone. Hear stories of Alexander Hamilton, visit Wall Street, and the 9/11 Memorial Plaza; and then head uptown to see the Empire State, Grand Central, and lesser-known treasures many visitors miss.

With so many sights to see in New York City, make sure you get to see the ones that matter most to you. This private full-day tour of the city is tailored to your wants and needs. Your customized itinerary takes you to the places you request, and your private guide's commentary is based on your interests. See famous places such as Grand Central Station, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Fifth Avenue, the National September 11 Memorial and Museum, Wall Street, and the Brooklyn Bridge.

New York City is home to some of the most important architectural and historical sites in the country, and can be an overwhelming destination to tour on your own. With this Midtown tour, take in the top landmarks with a guide in just hours. Enjoy the personal attention of a small group while exploring sites like Madison Square Park, the Flatiron, MetLife, and Empire State Buildings, and New York Public Library.

Custom Trips: Whatever you want; whenever you want! Take a look at all of our New York itineraries on our website. We can book any option for any date you or your group desires including all 9 days for a true 9 day tour of New York City and the beautiful upstate region. Do you have an upcoming corporate, family or friends outing that you’re planning and want something new and exciting to do? Don’t miss out on your group having an absolute blast!! Active Lifestyle Tours guarantees: Incredible destinations, iconic sightseeing, local hot spots, fun outdoor activities, private transportation, experienced Trip Leaders and Four-Star and Five-Star accommodations (if you're doing a multi-day trip with us). We are experts at creating custom New York trips. We can easily tailor to your wants and needs from single day trips to multi-day trips.

Arrive in style or end your Broadway evening with a private limousine tour of New York City landmarks.  Enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne and marvel at the vivid skyline before or after taking in a show on the Great White Way. See Times Square, the Chrysler and Empire State Buildings, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, and more as you ride through Manhattan like a celebrity.  

Are you excited to see where your favorite Gossip Girl characters live, study, shop, dine! Our goal is that make you feel like in Gossip Girl adventure. You will have private pedicab tour with your driver(guide) who will point out the main locations and give you stops at there to take your pictures. On the top of that, you will have a Central Park tour.

Experience the best of New York City sightseeing on foot with this private, 4-hour, walking tour. Along with a knowledgeable local guide, visit many of the most popular New York City locations — Times Square and the Theatre District, Central Park, Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge or build a customized schedule to suit any particular preferences. Local hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover New York City with a private guide on a full-day tour that explores the glitz and grit of Manhattan. Ride the subway and walk through distinctive neighborhoods including Chinatown, Little Italy, Greenwich Village, and the Lower East Side. See Times Square, Wall Street, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, the World Trade Center, Central Park, and more on this comprehensive city tour.

With so much to see in New York City, it can be hard for travelers with limited time to pack in all the sights. Fortunately you can see more in less time on this private tour, where you're whisked around by your personal guide. Visit top sights—from Lincoln Center and the the Flatiron Building to Central Park—and explore several neighborhoods along the way. Take a break for a stroll through Little Italy and Chinatown, and end your tour with views of the must-see Statue of Liberty.

Tour the busy streets and eclectic neighborhoods of the Big Apple on this private bike tour. Your guide will usher you through the top attractions and major highlights and ensure you leave having explored it all!

Visit two of New York City’s essential districts in one day on a small-group combo tour of Lower Manhattan and Midtown. See where past and present collide as you learn about the city’s Dutch colonial roots layered under the economic powerhouse of Wall Street, and remember those lost at the 9/11 Memorial. Then head uptown to walk among landmark buildings like the Empire State Building and New York Public Library as you explore Midtown's architectural legacy.

Enjoy the spectacular Christmas lights and holiday movie sites in New York City on this guided bus tour. While the filming locations can be easy to overlook on your own, joining a tour ensures you don’t miss any of the iconic attractions or hidden gems. Plus, the guide matches the locations to their on-screen movie clips along the way.