NYC Private Custom Tour by a Local Guide, off-the-beaten-path

5.0 (4 reviews) 2–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

We can’t think of a better way to really get familiar with NY than with a Local by your side! Focusing on a neighbourhood of your choice, discover loved by locals places and get an insight into what life is like for New Yorkers. You’ll see the most famous attractions in the area, but we’ll show you a few hidden gems on the way too! Your route will be fully personalised to what you want to see, and of course include a few spots to stop and refuel with a coffee, a craft beer or some street food.

Our handpicked hosts are culinary connoisseurs and history buffs, bakers and bankers, students and seniors. Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

Your meeting place and time as well as your itinerary are flexible, so you can plan and experience with your host to meet your needs.

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At a glance

Duration: 2–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: City Unscripted

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Included: Private and personalised experience
Included: Choose from 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours - Pick your preferred duration when you book
Included: Pick-up from your accommodation (within a reasonable distance)
Included: Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Tickets to any attractions
Not included: Transportation costs
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Central Park

Passing by

With five diverse boroughs to explore, it would be impossible to discover all of New York in half a day - so with limited time, what is it that you’d enjoy the most?

You might like to experience Manhattan and could start off at Central Park.
Rockefeller Center

Passing by

To discover a particular local neighbourhood or specific area of New York City, there’s no better experience. With a like-minded Local host by your side who shares your passions, you’ll be able to experience not only the main tourist attractions but uncover a few hidden spots that your Local host will hand pick for you.

Passing this Historic Landmark might be exactly what you are looking for.
Madison Square Park

Passing by

Stop for a quick bite or coffee break at one of the local’s favourite cafés or street food markets, a hand-picked place that suits your preferences, budget and dietary requirements; and pop into any shops, galleries or places of interest that you stumble across on the way.

Madison Square Park is a good spot to enjoy this.
NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides

Passing by

Get to know your Local host, who will give you recommendations for the rest of your trip so you can continue to eat, drink and see the city like a local; as well as sharing some practical insider tips for how to avoid the tourist traps!
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

Passing by

You could end off your experience at this famous site which changed the world as we know it.

We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personalities and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Your Local host may also suggest adjustments or new routes if they feel that there is something just around the corner that you may enjoy, or perhaps if the weather affects your itinerary.

Your Local host will also help you to discover the places, things and stories that you won’t find in a guidebook and that make the city unique.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the Starbucks.

Upon booking your meeting point can be arranged (e.g. your hotel/accommodation), however this MUST be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance.

End point

The meeting point is at the Starbucks.

Upon booking your meeting point can be arranged (e.g. your hotel/accommodation), however this MUST be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
When booking, please provide the following:
your accommodation name and address
your preferred meeting time
any special requests you may have

Options

NYC hidden gems 2hrs

Duration: 2 hours
NYC hidden gems 4 hrs

Duration: 4 hours

Explore New York with a Local: Half Day exploring with a Local Host
NYC hidden gems 6 hrs

Duration: 6 hours
NYC hidden gems 8 hrs

Duration: 8 hours