A Friend in New York

Up through the 1800's, ferries were the only way to get to and around Manhattan. As bridges and tunnels were built, ferry transportation faded. In 1986, Arthur E. Imperatore and his family rejuvenated the NY Harbor with the launch of the first NY Waterway boat. Since then, NY Waterway has carried over 65 million passengers. NY Waterway has the largest ferry and excursion fleet in the NY Harbor, but it is still a family business with all the personal attention to service and amenities that it had when it was just Arthur's ferry. You are treated like family from the moment you step into our terminal. Some people say a NY Waterway Sightseeing Cruise is the friendliest experience they have had in New York. We say "welcome aboard!"

Picture yourself standing 70 stories above Manhattan's bustling streets, where the winter air carries the scent of roasting chestnuts from the plaza below. This sprawling 22-acre complex rises from Midtown with 19 interconnected buildings that emerged during the economic uncertainty of the early 1930s, financed entirely by John D. Rockefeller in what became the era's most ambitious private construction undertaking. Art Deco elegance flows through every corner—sculptural details, intricate tilework, and hand-painted murals adorn facades that tell the story of Depression-era optimism. The 70-story centerpiece commanded the title of world's tallest structure when it opened in 1933, and it remains the visual anchor of the entire composition. Walk through today and you'll find yourself moving between high-end boutiques, diverse dining spots, and live entertainment venues. The iconic ice rink transforms the plaza into a winter wonderland each season, surrounded by the towering evergreen that's become synonymous with the holidays. Broadcasting studios operate continuously within the complex—this is where countless television productions come to life. Head up to the Top of the Rock and windows on all sides reveal sweeping views across all five boroughs. What started as a bold financial gamble has woven itself into New York's cultural identity. The center pulses with commercial activity while standing as a testament to the city's ability to dream big and rebuild stronger, generation after generation.

New York City is the world’s center for contemporary art, with over 600 galleries, and New York Gallery Tours has been leading tours for over 8 years. For our daytime tours we select the most extraordinary cutting-edge art exhibits, and on our evening tours we visit festive gallery openings that have the best advance buzz. With hundreds of gallery contacts, we also help artists find gallery representation.

New York's most comprehensive 6-hour tour. Great itinerary. Get out of shuttle and see all the landmarks. Tour guides, driver and free refreshments. Not a hop-on/off shuttle. Guide stays with your group the entire time. Private tours available.

Start spreading the news about a perfect way to see Manhattan! Enjoy the ultimate aerial introduction to downtown, as well as midtown Manhattan. You'll fly by the USS Intrepid, view the Chrysler and Empire State Buildings, then sweep up the picturesque Hudson River to see Central Park from the air - a trip not to be missed!

Like never before, navigate through the streets of New York while viewing thousands of pictures, visiting hundreds of stores and reading the city’s famous history.

Foods of New York was established five years ago to help assist locals and visitors find that unique New York City food and cultural experience. We began by researching and studying Greenwich Village and SoHo. These two fascinating neighborhoods and are filled with mouth watering food establishments, amazing history and culture. Our market studies show us that the majority of people visiting these neighborhoods are missing out on their best attributes.

New York Restaurant and Entertainment Receptive Services is a New York City tour operator specializing in dining, theater, hotels, attractions and creative group tour adventures for adults, students, bank travel groups and business travelers. We have the background,experience, and internal operating systems necessary to provide your group with a satisfying and exciting trip to New York City.

The Original Hip Hop Culture Reality Sightseeing Tour Company. Explore the past 3 decades of New York City's Musical History. See, hear and feel the true meaning of the elements of hip hop with the Celebrity Pioneers as your personal tour guides.

The Harlem Spirituals Gospel tours take visitors inside a number of well-known vibrant churches to experience the reality of gospel music in a traditional setting. On our Evening and Jazz tours, you can witness the rebirth of a new and versatile jazz scene as living legends take the " A train " once again. And it's always show time at the Apollo as you join the audience in deciding who will be the next rising star. Our African American Heritage in New York itinerary is a cultural journey tracing the legacy of African Americans and their many contributions that have enriched the history and culture of New York. It was selected by the White House as an official American Pathways 2000 itinerary in Hillary Rodham Clinton's Millennium Program.

Come and take the NBC Studio Tour for your opportunity to visit the studios where some of your favorite television shows are filmed, such as Saturday Night Live. Along the way, learn some facts about the interesting history of NBC, including the story of it's transition from radio into television.

Admission to over 40 top attractions in New York City, including: Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, American Museum of Natural History, The Guggenheim, Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, Intrepid Sea.Air.Space Museum, Brooklyn Museum of Art, NBC Studio Tour, Circleline Sightseeing, Radio City Music Hall Stage Door Tour, The United Nations Tour, Madison Square Garden All Access Tour, and much much more!

"CitySights NY, a New York City sightseeing guided tours company operates a fleet of deluxe motorcoaches and new double-decker buses providing you with the best possible views of Manhattan 's attractions, neighborhoods, and places of interest. We also offer NY harbor cruises, helicopter rides around Manhattan , and day trips from NYC to Boston , Washington DC , Philadelphia & Amish Country, and Woodbury Common Premium Outlets."

Private NYC Tour with Professional Photographer - Enjoy a private tour with a New York City Tour Guide/Professional Photographer. The 2 or 4 hour tour will cover a variety of NYC attractions including Financial District, Central Park and/or Times Square. You will be photographed with NYC landmarks as the backdrop. Dozens of photos of your tour are included which you will receive within 24 hours!Special Offer - Choose the CD option tour package and receive 100+ photos with 2 hour tour, or 160+ photos with 4 hour tour!

Gabby.com, the online garage of the Gabby Cabby! The Gabby Cabby is a New York City Cabdriver who broadcasts news about New York City to over 300,000,000 listeners in 71 countries around the world. <br> While you're here, make sure to check the True Tales, news and info updated weekly (if not more often) and to check out Take A Tour for more info on how you (yes, you!) can take a personal tour of New York City with the Gabby Cabby himself.

The three-hour public dinner cruise features a four-course dinner composed of seasonal appetizer, entrée and dessert choices, each prepared fresh onboard by Executive Chef Dennis Weeks and his team. <br /> World Yacht operates year round, sailing daily from May through December for dinner service and offering Sunday brunch cruises between the months of May and October. Scheduling from January through the end of April is limited. Each year, more than 125,000 guests enjoy a World Yacht dinner cruise.

Walkin' Broadway™ is the newest attraction to hit Times Square and makes Broadway's Theater District come alive for theater fans and international tourists. This self-guided audio tour delivers theater, history, architecture, music, humor and the true beat of New York City right in front of your eyes ... and in your ears! <br> The stories of Broadway, the infamous tales and the backstage secrets, are shared by the very stars and creative teams that have created 'your' favorite shows. Over 40 voices - including producers, actors, directors, designers, theater owners, and industry specialists - are woven into the tour hosted by A&E Television personality Elliott Forrest. Music from over sixty soundtracks will send a chill down your spine and make you dance in the streets.

The leading bicycle rental and tours company in New York City, serving thousands of satisfied customers each year. Established in 1992, we are conveniently located one block south of Central Park. Don't miss out on a unique and green New York City experience by choosing a bike tour that best fits your interests and group members. Or discover NYC on your own with our bike rental service. Central Park Bike Tours offers tours throughout New York City: Central Park, NYC midtown and downtown, Brooklyn and Harlem.

From the original New York TV and Movie Sites Tour (that now includes over 40 sites from TV shows and movies such as Friends, Ugly Betty, Ghostbusters, and Seinfeld), On Location Tours has expanded to include the famous Sex and the City Hotspots Tour, The Sopranos Sites Tour, a Central Park Movie Sites Walking Tour, and a new Gossip Girl Sites Tour. The company has even expanded south to Washington, D.C., to include a DC TV and Movie Sites Tour.

A singles travel company that provides fun single adventure travel as well as adventurous local and international vacation tours for busy singles.<br> The service is for active singles who don't have the time to play as hard as they work. There are no membership or sign up fees, just "pay as you play" philosophy. Singles can choose from a variety of events which include single vacations, single cruises, single holidays, weekend get-a-way's and local day trips.

NYC is the most exciting city in the world- adventures await you at every turn- walk the streets of New York with me as we unfold the unexpected, explore the neighborhoods, discover the tranquillity of a hidden garden, the beauty amidst the hustle and bustle- the little known treasures that make New York unique. My tours are individualized, tailored to your interest and provide a New Yorker's view of the city. Private Tours with SusanSez are available for groups of any size - please call or email to discuss. Susan Birnbaum

Climb aboard a double-decker bus and take in the city from a vantage point that reveals Manhattan in all its glory—especially stunning during winter when the skyline glitters against crisp, clear skies. Choose your own pace with hop-on, hop-off routes threading through Uptown, Downtown, Brooklyn, and the glowing streets after dark. If you prefer a guided journey, multilingual experts lead motorcoach tours in German, French, Korean, Spanish, and Italian, sharing insider knowledge as you roll past iconic neighborhoods. Beyond the five boroughs, day trips venture to Niagara Falls, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and the Woodbury Common outlet for those chasing both adventure and deals. The team here handles ticket sales for major attractions across the region and specializes in helping independent travelers, group bookings, and charter arrangements find exactly what they're looking for. Winter visits bring a particular magic—fewer crowds on buses mean better views, and the season's quieter moments let you absorb the city's character.

This stunning vessel impeccably maintained and in pristine condition, offers the opportunity for you and your clients, guests or friends to enjoy pure luxury and elegance. She is USCG certified to carry 49 passengers. We specialize in corporate and private charters, from 2 to 7 hours, sailing out of New York and Long Island Sound including Stamford. SHEARWATER spends the winters in the Caribbean offering week long charters in the U.S. Virgin Islands and the British Virgin Islands. Corporate entertainment for either your clients or staff can take the form of fine dining, buffet style lunch or dinner sails, cocktail sunset sails, staff team building day sails or just fun days in the sun. Other specialties include wedding, anniversary and birthday parties or friend and family reunions.

Whether you are exploring New York for the first time, rediscovering your hometown or seeking a mini-vacation, a Circle Line cruise is a relaxing and fun way to see the world's most famous skyline.<br> There are numerous cruises to choose from. Beverages, wine, beer, cocktails and food are available on board.

Head up to the 2nd floor of the Empire State Building and step into a one-of-a-kind flight simulator that whisks you over the five boroughs like you're piloting your own helicopter. The experience combines a massive 18-foot screen with motion-activated seating and crisp digital imagery to create an immersive journey across Manhattan's rooftops, frozen rivers, and iconic landmarks—especially magical during winter when the city sparkles with holiday lights and fresh snow clings to the skyline. It's an exhilarating introduction to New York that hits different when you're soaring above the quieter, crisper winter cityscape before heading back down to street level.

Glide past Manhattan's most iconic landmarks from the water while dining at your table—the Spirit of New York brings the harbor directly to you. You'll drift near the Statue of Liberty, sail beneath the soaring Brooklyn Bridge, and take in the historic charm of South Street Seaport alongside gleaming skyscrapers of the Financial District. Winter cruises add a crisp, quieter magic to the experience, with clear sightlines and fewer crowds letting you truly absorb the city's grandeur from the deck. There's simply no other vantage point in New York that captures the full scope of what makes this place extraordinary.

Browse this famed, luxurious street, home to shops such as Tiffany’s, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and tourist attractions like St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Rockefeller Center. A friendly guide throws in celebrity gossip and opens the door to NYC’s most luxurious retailers. Shop like a star!

Manhattan Carriage Co. Inc., a leading service provider in horse and carriage rides in New York City. <br><br>Offering superior services in: <br> Guided tours through scenic Central Park for groups or a romantic ride for two, engagements, weddings, and special occasions, artistic and film productions, modeling and commercial promotions, we will pick-up and drop-off our clients (certain restrictions apply).

There are so many ways to experience New York City but none compare to the perspective from the water. The exhilaration of cruising the river, the thrill of discovering the city, the enchantment of the world-famous skyline. Choose from one of the many services above and book your trip today!

Volunteer-powered and entirely donation-backed, this outfit connects travelers with locals eager to show them around the city's most compelling corners and lesser-known gems. Winter visits hit different—the quieter streets, the crisp energy, the way neighborhoods reveal themselves when foot traffic slows down. Behind the scenes, six full-time staff members and roughly 35 volunteers keep the whole operation humming across every function imaginable. They field questions, match visitors with neighborhood guides, handle the tech side, and organize special outings. What seems straightforward on your end—submit a request, meet your greeter, explore—actually requires serious coordination infrastructure. More than 10,000 requests roll in yearly, which means the team constantly works to get the right language-speaking volunteer to the right traveler in the right spot at the right moment. The organization relies on donations to maintain these services at no cost to guests, and new supporters make a real difference in keeping the program running strong.

Visitors to New York...experience New York like you've never experienced it before! With three tours to choose from, you can, indeed make the memory of a life-time. See the Statue of Liberty, Ellis and Governors Island, the South Street Seaport, the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, and the Wall Street Financial Center... all from the sky. Check out the Empire State Building... or a New York Yankees game from an entirely different perspective.

All aboard for a fantastic bird’s-eye view of the magic isle of Manhattan. Experience the beauty of Central Park, the Hudson River, New York Harbor including the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum. Marvel at the splendor of Rockefeller Center, the Empire State, Chrysler, Met Life buildings and the World Financial Center. Delight in flying by the historical richness of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Greenwich Village, South Street Seaport and the 120 year old Brooklyn Bridge. All this and more of the dramatic New York skyline makes this tour a best seller and a must for any visitor.

There’s no better way to explore New York City than on a walking tour. And now you can enjoy the benefits of a private guide for the SAME price as many large, public group tours. You pick the tour—you pick the time! <br> All tours are led by Michelle or James Nevius, historians and licensed New York City sightseeing guides who specialize in private walking tours of the city’s most intriguing neighborhoods.

Have your taste buds ready for this New York City walking tour, as your guided adventure visits two historic NYC neighborhoods. While walking through Chinatown and Little Italy, you will go on a one-of-a-kind culinary journey sampling various ethnic foods and learning about the history and culture. All generous tastings (enough for a meal) are included in the adult ticket price of $45.

Experience Manhattan from the water this summer aboard the Celestial, where panoramic glass walls frame the city's iconic skyline as you drift past Greenwich Village and beyond. Savor chef-crafted cuisine and thoughtfully selected wines while live jazz fills the air—the perfect way to spend an evening gliding through New York Harbor under the stars.

Your self-formed group can get a new and exciting "insider's" view of New York City...individuals are welcome to join. Visit top gourmet restaurants and the most interesting, foodworthy neighborhoods from the Battery to the Boroughs. Hands on cooking and demonstrations. Unique behind-the-scenes looks at galleries, boutiques and historic neighborhoods.

Joyce Gold gives in-depth tours through twenty Manhattan neighborhoods. Day tours explore such themes as: Diplomatic New York, Rockefeller New York, Religious Manhattan, Colonial New York, Broadway Theatrical, A Day in Brooklyn, Ethnic New York, Noshing Manhattan.