This map shows the stops on our audio tour which you can purchase on the booking page. If you'd like to add this map to your Google Maps app so you can follow along using GPS, just click the square bracket in the upper right hand corner. Helpful hint: If you want to use Google […]
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Whether you're trying to decide which observation deck to visit in New York City, or you just want to know what to expect when visiting Top of the Rock, we can help! In this post, we'll include a lot of helpful information that our tour guides have compiled about how to get to Rockefeller Center, […]
Broadway Roulette is a nifty way to save a bit of money on theater tickets if you want to experience the magic of Broadway, but aren’t picky about what show you see. Here’s how it works in simple terms: you choose the date and number of tickets, the website randomly picks the Broadway show and […]
From the early days of the movies through the present, some places in New York City appear over and over in movies. These iconic film locations are so recognizable, that if they appear in a scene, you know the movie takes place in the Big Apple. We’ve put together this list of the top NYC […]
When we hanker for a great bagel, we confess that we don’t run to Times Square. But as tour guides, we do find ourselves there quite often. Fortunately, there are some awesome bagel shops in and around the area. Here is our list of the best bagels in Times Square and nearby - based on […]
So, you need to go or are considering a trip to Philadelphia from New York City. Well, this post covers the options that you have and weighs the pros and cons of each. We are a walking tour company offering tours in both cities, so our tour guides are regularly making the trip between Philly […]
The Edge NYC is one of NYC’s five observation decks, the others being the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, One World Observatory, and Summit One Vanderbilt. When choosing which one to visit, you may be wondering if Edge is worth it, we’ve got our take from a recent visit. The Edge Experience Below […]
There are a lot of ways to see the Statue of Liberty, including the option to go straight to the landmark via ferry and see what NYC looks like from Liberty Island. Our guides have provided free walking tours in New York City for tens of thousands of travelers, so we know all about the […]
If you’re interested in visiting some of the most notable filming locations used in the Spider-man films, this self-guided tour will reveal some of the best examples in New York City. We’ll also cover some paid tours which include stops at several locations where Spider-man was filmed. Spider-man NYC Filming Locations Tour Have you ever […]
This post explains how you can get concessional tickets to the hit musical The Book of Mormon. We include the $45 digital lottery mezzanine tickets and other money-saving options. The Book of Mormon opened in 2011 to ecstatic reviews. The New York Times hailed the show as “the best musical of this century.” It's gone […]
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has a history of offering their visitors admission on a donation basis, but in recent years they have changed their policies. This post will provide details about whether or not you can still get into the Met for free, including tips on various opportunities to get into the legendary museum without paying a dime. […]
This post is about all the fun things you can do on Governors Island, just an 8-minute ferry ride from Lower Manhattan. We share the best things to do on Governors Island, information to help you plan your visit, where to eat and drink, and what special events take place! Our local tour guides have […]
Located less than an hour from NYC in New Jersey, this is one of the biggest malls in the entire country, and it is something of a popular family-friendly attraction. In addition to covering how to get here, we’ll also include information about some of the best things to do at American Dream Mall. Driving […]
Harry Potter fans in NYC have something to be excited about because Harry Potter: The Exhibition will be here from April 6, 2024, to August 11, 2024. This post covers ticket prices, directions to the exhibit, and what you can expect when you visit. If you are looking for other things to do with kids, […]
If you are intending to do a lot of shopping in NYC, then you've come to the right place. We are local tour guides with decades' worth of shopping experience in NYC, and we offer our own shopping tours. We also have content on shopping at outlet malls. In the video below, Katie, a tour […]
