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Free tour

Essential Manhattan Tour with a New Yorker

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on January 29, 2024

I am a professional wedding celebrant who has officiated weddings all over New York City, and in many other cities. Now, I also do walking tours, as a Licensed NYC Sightseeing Guide. I love meeting new people, walking around and sharing my knowledge of NYC. I've lived in NYC since 1992. I have traveled all over Europe and done walking tours in many cities. I like to keep my tours fun. I'm also involved with the Guides Association of NY and with Big Apple Greeter.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

A Sane Person's Guide to Midtown Manhattan: Famous theaters, old buildings, incredible plazas and squares...midtown has it all, but it can be overwhelming. Learn the art of New York Local Zen.

Practice your New York Local Zen near all the famous sites, including The Ed Sullivan Theater. Times Square, Shubert Alley, Radio City Music Hall, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Grand Central Terminal. I'll give you informational highlights, tips about Broadway shows and plenty of local color.

For over 30 years, I've lived in NYC. I will weave my own story into the story of midtown. Yes, it is possible to live here and not be overwhelmed. Come see how locals keep calm in the middle of the busiest city in the world. 

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    1697 Broadway, New York, NY 10019, USA
    1697 Broadway, New York, NY 10019, USA
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    I will be the only person hanging out in front of the theater wearing a brightly colored hat.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Ed Sullivan Theater
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Times Square
  • 3
    Outside visit
    One Shubert Alley
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Radio City Music Hall
  • 5
    Outside visit
    30 Rockefeller Plaza
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Saint Patrick's Cathedral
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Grand central station

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 10 people.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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