🏨 Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour Activity

Christmas in New York: Private Holiday History Tour

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From $150.00

104 reviews (4.97)

Price varies by group size

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 2 hours

Departs: New York, New York

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

This is an expert led private tour to experience the magic, spectacle and spirit of the holiday season on an enchanted journey through the history of holiday traditions. This first class tour of Christmas in New York takes you to the most spectacular seasonal sites in the heart of Manhattan and reveals the inspired stories behind them. Get ready to enjoy the festive tales and stories behind time honored traditions that will bring the spectacle of the city to life for an unforgettable holiday treat.

- Discover the history and secrets behind the many merry customs we associate with season.

- Learn the magic behind Macy’s and uncover the miracles of 34th street.

- Stroll by a popular ice rink through to a local holiday village market

- Encounter the dazzling holiday displays along Fifth Avenue.

- Delight in the magnificence of Rockefeller Center

- Experience the true spirit of Christmas at St Patrick’s Cathedral.

- Take iconic holiday pictures of your unforgettable experience

What's Included

Expert local guide

Private tour

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Traveler Information

CHILD: Age: 0 - 7
ADULT: Age: 8 - 118

Additional Info

Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible

Children 7 and under are free per accompanying adult
Dress appropriately for the winter weather
Masks are recommended but not required outdoors. Masks and/or proof of vaccination may be required to enter any indoor facility
Service animals allowed
This is a walking tour conducted at a leisurely pace

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Experience the magic, spectacle and spirit of the holiday season on an enchanted journey through the history of holiday traditions. This first class tour of Christmas in New York takes you to the
most spectacular seasonal sites in the heart of Manhattan and reveals the inspired stories behind them. Get ready to enjoy the festive tales and stories behind time honored traditions that will bring the spectacle of the city to life for an unforgettable holiday treat.

Your journey through the history of the holidays begins in Herald Square where your guide will begin to reveal how many of the concepts, sights and sounds of the season came became ubiquitous from a unique New York perspective. Discover how Santa became the reigning jolly old fellow and the meaning behind the many merry customs we associate with season. Encounter the wondrous whimsical windows and dazzling holiday displays along Fifth Avenue. Delight in the magnificence of Rockefeller Center,and experience the true spirit of Christmas at St Patrick’s Cathedral.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Macy's Herald Square

Worlds Largest Department store

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New York Public Library

Discover the stories that inspired holiday traditions

• Admission Ticket Free

Bryant Park

Stroll through the winter village

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fifth Avenue

World class shopping and holiday displays

• Admission Ticket Free

Rockefeller Center

Iconic art deco complex and home to the most popular christmas tree

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Radio City Music Hall

Home of the Rockettes and Christmas Spectacular

• Admission Ticket Free

St. Patrick's Cathedral

The largest decorated gothic-style Catholic Cathedral in the United States

• Admission Ticket Free

Reviews

Worth every penny !!

Diane_K, 21-12-2022

Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the tour fun !! I’ve been to NY many times but it was great to hear the history behind it.

Kevin Draper is a New York treasure!

drbleecker, 09-01-2022

Kevin Draper (a noted Historian) of New York Historical Tours is truly a New York treasure! It was such a pleasure to roam the historic streets of New York learning about our ancestors and the forefathers of our nation. From the oldest stone street in New York to an authentic American Revolutionary hangout for General George and his men, it was a glorious experience! Kevin told us stories we will never forget, bringing the history alive! We learned, we laughed, we got amazing photo memories, and Kevin answered all of our endless questions. He is so incredibly knowledgeable. I cannot recommend Kevin Draper’s private tours more. It was undoubtedly the highlight of our time in New York City!

Awesome Tour a must do when in New York

Kelly_K, 15-12-2021

Had a great time learned so much from one tour guide to another well done my friend looking forward to seeing you again perhaps in Philly -Highly recommend you will be amazed thanks Kevin !

The Gilded Age, a New York Historical Tour not to miss!

lauradX7654BP, 06-08-2021

Really, I can’t say enough good things about Kevin Draper and New York Historical Tours. As a NYC native I love deepening my knowledge of my beloved city. Kevin is a real New Yorker with a total zest for the City and for sharing with others what makes New York so special. Having already greatly enjoyed Kevin's on line talks during this past year, it was a real pleasure to take my first in-person tour, The Gilded Age: The Heyday of High Society Tour, and to be with Kevin Draper. On our walk up Fifth Avenue from the Plaza to beyond the Guggenheim Museum, Kevin's knowledge and enthusiasm were real and totally entertaining. I enjoyed this tour and know that Kevin and his company can take your anywhere which is what I expect to do in the coming year.

Kevin was amazing !! You...

Benjamin_P, 13-12-2021

Kevin was amazing !! You can tell he’s a New Yorker . Only thing however is it needs more information on this tour regarding what’s “included” and what were actually “doing”. Could of showed me more for the price of $200.

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