OOffering unbelievable value, the New York Half Day Tours are essential to any visitor wanting to truly discover one of the world's most famous cities, regardless of whether this is your first or tenth visit.
The tour takes you to the main sightseeing locations of Midtown Manhattan, as well as many of the hidden streets and areas which the tour buses miss.
Your day beings with a visit through the Rockefeller Center, looking into the rich history and artistry behind NYC's cultural centre - a New York Magical Tours Exclusive.
Learn about John D. Rockefeller Jr.'s unwavering vision for this iconic NYC landmark, with your guide introducing the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today.
Then prepare to enter the very heart of the Big Apple: Fifth Avenue and Broadway. Hear stories about the most famous theatreland in the world, while taking in panoramic views across Times Square.
Enjoy a spectacularly scenic drive through Central Park before enjoying a guided tour through St Patrick's Cathedral, a wonder of Neo-Gothic architecture, before ending with an introduction to the city's most famous skyscrapers: The Empire State and Chrysler Buildings.
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We're a little different. Unlike other tours, this is not just an orientation service where you are left "to wander". It is also not just a drive.
Our tours are fully escorted with your own professional sightseeing team (guide plus chauffeur), so that you never miss a beat.
With your own chauffeur there are no parking problems or walking long distances to see the sights. The curbside service stops right by the attractions, away from the masses.
With your own expert guide, stops are made at the key landmarks of the tour for you to go outside on walking guided tours and sightsee in detail, all while hearing anecdotes and stories about New York past and present.
Put simply - there is no better way to help make the most of your valuable sightseeing time.
Daily throughout the year. First tour slot at 9:00am, last tour at 3:00pm. Outside working hour quotations are available on request.
Tour prices are quoted in English. Tours are also available in most languages through our specialist multi-lingual guide team, including Spanish, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Cantonese. Language surcharges may apply.
Upgrade to the highest categories of service. Gold Level Guide plus extra Chauffeur in an upgraded vehicle for extra space and comfort.
Prebook a meal at one of our selected historic New York restaurants to save time. Free cordial drinks and priority service, exclusively to New York Magical Tours clients.
Visiting with children aged under 16? Include the Magical Children's Programme option to add a fun and engaging range of activities to your tour.
There are no hidden extras: prices include your private tour guide, your chauffeur, private vehicle, parking fees, collection and return to your central Manhattan hotel or Grand Central Station, and all taxes. We do not charge additional fees for card payments. Lunch/Entrance fees not included. Internet prices include a discount for online bookings. Prices are according to your party size. For example, the cost of the Half Day New York Tour is $449 for a party of 5, which works out at $89.80 per person. At less than $90 pp, private tours are amazing value, offering a personal experience for less than the cost of bus tours Learn more about the New York Magical Tours Difference
More than 5 passengers?
Benefit from our group savings for 6 to 100+ passengers:please see Private New York Group Tours.
On transit through New York? See Our New York Layover Tours
Please first check availability for a no obligation quote. Then proceed to book online.
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New York Magical Tours
6 Lower Grosvenor Place
London
SW1W 0PQ
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