Sightseeing & Tours in and near New York City, NY
From the neon glow of Times Square to the leafy trails of Central Park, New York’s five boroughs pack more bucket-list sights into one city than anywhere else on earth.
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New York City Sightseeing
Whether you’re a first-time visitor ticking off the Statue of Liberty or a seasoned local hunting hidden speakeasies, our hand-picked collection of NYC tours makes exploring effortless and up to 70 % cheaper than booking direct. Bus & hop-on hop-off tours are the stress-free way to hit the highlights. Glide past the Empire State Building, One World Observatory and the canyons of Wall Street while an onboard guide dishes up trivia you won’t find in any guidebook. Prefer the water? Harbor cruises give front-row views of Lady Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge, with sunset sailings that deliver skyline selfies worthy of your feed. Foodies can graze their way through walking tours of Chinatown, Little Italy or Williamsburg’s craft-beer scene, tasting everything from xiao long bao to artisanal donuts. Thrill-seekers can swap sidewalks for sky on a helicopter tour, rising above Manhattan’s grid for a bird’s-eye panorama that re-defines “room with a view.” Every deal comes with instant mobile vouchers you can redeem on the spot, perfect for last-minute planners. Plans change? Most tours offer free easy cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. And with verified ratings and reviews baked into every listing, you can book with the confidence of 3 million+ Groupon travelers who’ve gone before you.
How to Choose the Right New York Tour
Bus & Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
Cover Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond at your own pace. Day-passes let you hop off for photos, food and shopping, then hop back on without extra cost, ideal for first-timers and families.
Statue of Liberty & Harbor Cruises
Get unobstructed skyline views from the water while an onboard narrator shares the harbor’s immigrant history. Options range from one-hour express trips to three-hour dinner cruises.
Walking & Food Tours
Explore NYC’s melting-pot neighborhoods on foot with a local guide. Sample bagels in the Lower East Side, street art in Bushwick or jazz haunts in Harlem, all in 2–3 hour itineraries.
Helicopter & Aerial Experiences
Take flight for unrivaled vistas of Central Park, Yankee Stadium and the Freedom Tower. Choose daytime rides for crystal-clear photos or dusk departures for golden-hour magic.
NYC Tour FAQs
Prices on Groupon start at $10 per person for walking tours and average $25–$45 for bus or boat options. Helicopter rides begin around $179, but flash sales can drop rates by up to 40 %.
Spring (April–June) and fall (September–early November) offer mild weather and smaller crowds. Winter brings deep discounts, while summer guarantees long daylight hours—just pack water and sunscreen.
Walking and food tours typically run 2–3 hours. Hop-on hop-off bus passes are valid for a full day, and harbor cruises range from 60 minutes to 3 hours depending on the route.
Tipping is customary. A general rule is 15–20 % of the tour price or $5–$10 per person for group tours, paid in cash or via the guide’s preferred app.