New York Tours & Activities

Highlights● Explore St Patrick's Cathedral at your own pace● Discover the stories behind the stained glass and towering Western Facade● Listen to captivating narration by Cardinal Timothy Dolan and special guests● Enjoy the audio tour in either English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese German or French● There is a special children’s version of the tour which is available in English.Explore St Patrick's Cathedral, the largest gothic-style Catholic cathedral in the United States. Taking up an entire city block, the cathedral opened in 1879. This marble-clad building is considered one of New York City’s finest buildings and is on 5th Ave., opposite the Rockefeller Center.Enjoy expedited entry and a self-guided multi-lingual audio guide. You can listen to the audio tour and explore the Cathedral at your own pace. The audio tour is narrated by Cardinal Timothy Dolan and is about 1 hour long.It is recommended to allow up to 1.5 hours as you may wish to pause the audio tour at times to enjoy features like the Lady Chapel, the towering twin spires, and the 9000 lb. bronze doors which can be opened by a single person.You can also explore the main altar, the stained-glass windows and the Pieta sculpture, 3 times the size of Michelangelo's. The Cathedral has 21 altars and 19 bells, each named after a different saint. Babe Ruth, Andy Warhol and Robert F. Kennedy all had memorial masses here.

People come from all over the world just to experience the magic of New York during the holiday season. We’ll let you in on one of the best-kept secrets in NYC, where you’ll experience an enchanting Christmas wonderland full of dazzling Christmas lights and delightful displays. Come join us on the ultimate Christmas journey to Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights!The Brooklyn neighborhood of Dyker Heights is truly something special during the Christmas season. The cozy and quaint homes look like they are straight out of a storybook, decorated for the holiday season with dazzling displays, colorful characters, and thousands of twinkling lights that add Christmas cheer and a sense of jaw-dropping amazement.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights features blocks and blocks of the best Christmas decorations in Brooklyn. This cute residential neighborhood glows softly under the sparkling lights, and yes, even has festive holiday music playing for all to enjoy. During our stroll amid this whimsical Christmas wonderland, you may spot beautiful nativity displays, Santa and his reindeer, life-size inflatables, cheery snowmen, and more magical Christmas characters that adorn the charming and famed Brooklyn homes.The magical displays seem to get better and brighter every year, and we look forward to seeing all the new decorations each season! This neighborhood really goes all out at Christmas, and it is always fun to see how the homes mix it up each year.Our Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Tour is ideal for all ages, including families with children, groups of friends, and couples looking for a unique date night to experience the magic of the season. The sights you’ll see on this tour are exquisite and enchanting, so be sure to bring your phone or camera to take advantage of all the amazing photo opportunities.The tour will depart midtown Manhattan from The Hope Sculpture, then heads out to Brooklyn, where we will hop off the vehicle and walk through the neighborhood of Dyker Heights.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights is an absolute must-see during the holiday season. You won’t believe your eyes, as you gaze in awe at the magical winter wonderland full of twinkling Christmas lights that surrounds you. Whether you are a tourist or a lifelong resident of NYC, this tour will make you feel like you are a world away from the hustle and bustle of the big city.After experiencing the festive Christmas magic of Dyker Heights, we’ll continue to another spectacular section of Brooklyn, the DUMBO neighborhood. Here, we will take a stroll under the Brooklyn Bridge, and you’ll be able to photograph the majestic skyline of Manhattan from this amazing and unique perspective. We’ll finish the tour by returning to  Manhattan At Times Square Hotel, where you can then continue on your own to enjoy more holiday festivities amid the bright lights of Times Square.We’ll make two stops during the Brooklyn Dyker Heights – Christmas Wonderland tour:Dyker Heights – Brooklyn: We’ll take a  - 1-hour walking tour of Dyker Heights to fully experience the most magical neighborhood in New York City, rich with  Christmas traditions and holiday festivitiesDUMBO: We’ll take a stroll under the Brooklyn Bridge and photograph the world-renowned skyline of Manhattan, in all of its breathtaking Christmas glory

Experience panoramic views of the New York City skyline at night that will take your breath away, on this hop-on, hop-off tour that gives visitors access to the city’s best-kept secrets. Throughout the evening, take awe-inspiring photos of one of the most majestic skylines in the world, sprinkled with the twinkling lights of famous landmarks and iconic skyscrapers. No filters needed!Pack your camera and your sense of adventure as Royal City Tours offers visitors the chance to experience one of the best-kept secrets around – the New Jersey Waterfront. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy, and our professional guides will take you on a journey filled with breathtaking views, history, movie secrets, and other little-known facts about the City of Dreams.Everywhere you look, you’ll be rewarded with panoramic, postcard-worthy views of some of the world’s most famous landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, Empire State Building, Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge, as well as many other iconic locations.Visitors will also gain an emotional and unforgettable experience when we stop at the Empty Sky Memorial. Erected to honor the victims of the Twin Tower attacks of 9/11, this is the site where the lives and legacy of these individuals will be forever remembered for generations to come.Between our sightseeing stops, we’ll have time to experience some culinary delights as well. You’ll be able to choose from a variety of delectable pastries and sweet treats at the legendary Carlo’s Bakery, a Hoboken staple since 1910, and well-known to many visitors from the TV show “Cake Boss”.As twilight overcomes the skyline, the vibrant colors of the NYC skyline will be brought to life before your very eyes. The crowning glory of the evening will be the spectacular views of Manhattan from Hamilton Park, cast in the glow of millions of twinkling lights from across the Hudson River.Our Skyline Night Tour of NYC will leave a lasting impression on your heart, as you find yourself mesmerized by the expanse of legendary skyline displayed in front of you.During This Tour, We’ll Visit:· Liberty State Park· Empty Sky September 11 Memorial· Hoboken, NJ, the city of Frank Sinatra· Carlo’s Bakery· The Floating Park of Hoboken· Hamilton ParkNew Jersey waterside views of NYC

We specialise in photography services in many destinations worldwide and pride ourselves on the quality of our photography. You will be paired with a professional photographer who know their city inside-out.  A precise meet location will be arranged and sent to you with Google map links, along with the photographers contact details for an easy and well organised tour. Pick from 30 minutes and 15 photos, up to 3 hours and 75 photos with your photographer. The more time you spend the more locations and backdrops we can fit into the session. All photos will be professionally edited and provided within 5 working days via an online gallery, free to download.

No more selfies or pestering strangers for photos of yourself and loved ones, enjoy the services of a professional vacation photographer in New York to capture your travels in a contemporary and candid style. Specialising in delivering quality photography with photographers all over the world, we guarantee you amazing photos to remember your travels. All images shown were taken by our photographers.

A professional New York proposal photographer that will capture your marriage proposal in a contemporary and candid style of photography. Your photographer will ensure you return home with beautiful photos that will last a lifetime and can be shared with friends & family. We specialise in pairing travellers with photographers in many destinations world wide and have a wealth of knowledge to help you pick the perfect spot for your proposal.  We will contact you to discuss your plans and offer locations to ensure everything is tailored to suit your unique needs, leaving you to concentrate on your special moment. The photographer will be a professional that has experience capturing destination proposals in New York and who is local to the city. Your photos will be professionally edited and provided to you via a beautiful online gallery within 5 working days, no hidden charges.

Experience the best of NYC in this guided half-day tour that goes beyond the sizzling sights of Manhattan, as we visit the most famous landmarks in The Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn. Get a sneak peek into the local lifestyle of these diverse and vibrant boroughs, including jazz, theater, street art, beautiful parks, and two of America’s favorite baseball stadiums! The picturesque contrasts are what life in NYC is all about, and there is truly something for everyone to enjoy during this inspirational tour of the Big Apple.Although images of Manhattan spring to mind when we think of NYC, there is so much more to be experienced within the Big Apple! This half-day tour will take you on a culturally enriching journey through The Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn, as you ride in our comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to visit some of the most treasured sights and historical landmarks in these popular NYC boroughs.Our first stop will be in the prominent Jazz neighborhood of Harlem, including a stop at the renowned Apollo Theater. Some of the most celebrated performers in America’s history began their legendary careers on this very stage, including Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sammy Davis Jr., Gladys Knight, and Lauryn Hill.The experience continues as we head North out of Manhattan into the Bronx, straight to the famed Yankee Stadium. Within these walls, some of the most legendary Yankee players of all time have left a lasting legacy, including Joe DiMaggio, Lou Gehrig, Mickey Mantle, Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter, and of course, the one and only Babe Ruth. The stadium is grand, modern, and impressive, yet with a deep sense of honor and tradition that can be felt from the moment it comes into view.We’ll continue our exploration of The Bronx with a visit to the “Joker Stairs”, an iconic landmark from the 2019 film Joker. You’ll also see a number of wall murals painted by creative street artists, including the “I Love The Bronx Mural”, an artistic interpretation of the history of the Bronx from past to present. As we ride along, our experienced tour guide will provide details about this famous street art and the fascinating history of The Bronx.Next up is Queens, where we’ll take a peaceful stroll through Flushing Meadows Corona Park, which has many remnants from the 1964 World’s Fair, including the UniSphere. This unique steel sphere is surrounded by cascading waves of water that create the illusion of it being suspended in the air! You may also recognize it from the movie Men in Black.Sports fans will love our sights of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, the heart of the US Open, and Citi Field, the home of the NY Mets. Both of these amazing sports landmarks are located in Queens.We’ll round out this half-day tour in Brooklyn, where we’ll explore the Williamsburg neighborhood, which is well-known for its large population of Hasidic Jews. Then we’ll head to Brooklyn’s waterfront, featuring world-famous panoramic views of Manhattan’s skyline that will take your breath away. Strolling through Domino Park, you’ll be able to admire the gorgeous New York Bay, and capture stunning photos of landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and One World Trade Center.The tour will end with 2 drop-off options:1. Brooklyn Bridge (walk this famous 1.8-kilometer NYC bridge back to Manhattan)2. Little Italy / Chinatown (Downtown Manhattan)During this one-of-a-kind half-day tour, you’ll see more of New York City than you ever imagined!· Apollo Theater· Yankee Stadium· Joker Stairs· I Love The Bronx Mural· Flushing Meadows Corona Park· UniSphere· Citi Field – Home of the NY Mets· USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center· Domino Park· Williamsburg

    Come experience the green oasis the most current and most expensive development in the history of NYC. Walk along its beautiful gardens. Admire and photograph the Vessel- this public structure rising 45.7 meters high and 2,500 interconnecting steps.    Prepare for a urban hiking experience, away from NYC busy streets and get lifted up into a garden path along the Westside of Manhattan with amazing views of New York City and the Hudson river along the way. The High Line park is an example of urban renewal at its finest, a unique concept of a park, a green oasis amongst the concrete giants.     During the 2 hour walk you will visit the most important, the most historic points, sculptures, arts, and murals of the high line. Slowdown and check out the various species of plants that were specifically picked for the high line. It's surprising how you can get a truly amazing experience by just walking there. Highlights are the: the “Vessel”, Hudson Yards, Zaha Hadid building, the 10th Avenue square and overlook, Chelsea Market…    The tour guide will narrate the captivating details how this abandoned train tracks were transform into what it is today allowing you to fully enjoy the High line park to its fullest.    Put on your walking shoes for a great walking experience..    HIGHLIGHTS:  · Hudson Yards  · The Vessel  · best 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) in NYC  · Zaha Hadid building   · The 10th Avenue Square & Overlook   · unique views of the Hudson River and New York City skyline  · Chelsea Market