New York · CHRISTMAS
The 9 best christmas experiences you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Ride from Midtown to Dyker Heights with a live English or German guide such as Stefan or Glen, then walk through spectacular decorated homes. The tour also stops at Battery Park City for sunset views and Brooklyn Bridge Park for photos of Manhattan, before finishing near Bryant Park.
“Glen did a good job telling us what we were seeing as we went along. We had a wonderful time”
Ride from Midtown Manhattan to Brooklyn with guides such as Jorge, Gary, Mike, or Antonio, then walk Dyker Heights for an hour of extravagant lights. Finish with Brooklyn Bridge views and Bryant Park’s Winter Village. Expect crowds, cold weather, and a fair amount of walking.
“Fab night seeing the beautiful decorated homes i Dyker Heights. Loved stopping at Dumbo to see the famous Manhattan skyline.”
Travel from Midtown Manhattan to Dyker Heights for a one-hour guided walk past extravagant Christmas displays, then stop in DUMBO for Brooklyn Bridge and skyline photos. Guides such as Steve and Sebastian add city stories along the way. Transport, a driver, and an English or Spanish guide are included.
“I liked the atmosphere the crowd and most importantly I spent time with my best friend”
Ride from Midtown to Dyker Heights and Bay Ridge for an hour-long walk among extravagant Christmas displays. Guides such as Camila, Daniel, Steve, and Alan add stories, music, and humor, followed by Brooklyn Bridge or DUMBO views before returning to Times Square.
“The tour guide was so much fun! I was not overly impressed with the lights, but our guide and driver made the experience fun, especially considering it was horribly cold.”
This four-hour evening tour takes you from Midtown Manhattan through Lower Manhattan to Dyker Heights, where you walk among extravagant Christmas displays with a guide such as Dave, Fred, or Jay. You’ll also stop at Fulton Ferry, Washington Square Park, and Rockefeller Center before finishing near the holiday tree.
“Overall amazing tour of Dyker Heights. Comfortable bus ride with a knowledgeable guide through lower Manhattan then taken to Dyker Heights in Brooklyn. Lots of facts along the way, very informative.”
Walk about 3 miles through Dyker Heights with an English-speaking guide such as Derek, Max, Nick, or Catherine. You’ll see huge Christmas displays, hear the story of Lucy Spata, learn neighborhood traditions, and photograph the best-lit homes. Bring warm clothes and expect crowds.
“There was no way we could have seen all these houses on our own, there were too many different streets. Our guide was great at explaining lots of different things about all the houses and families along with interesting facts. He also had a light on a stick which was a great help for us trying to find him in the crowds. The directions were great from Manhattan, the tube stop brought you right out at the bakery - which is closed in the evening but if you're early there's a McDonald's around the corner where you can go to the toilet and grab a coffee while you wait. Directions…”
Ride from Midtown Manhattan through Hudson River sights, Lower Manhattan, Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, and Dyker Heights. You get about an hour on foot among extravagant Christmas displays, with guides such as Steve, Sebastian, or Millie providing city context. Expect crowds, cold weather, and possible traffic delays.
“Perfect tour. Carefully timed, great guide and even nice music on the bus. Small group made it more enjoyable.”
Take a 45 to 50-minute private carriage ride from Central Park South through holiday-lit 5th Avenue. You’ll see Rockefeller Center, Saks Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, grand hotels, and decorated shop windows. Guides such as Omer, Atakan, Niko, and Muhammad offer photos, local facts, music, blankets, and sometimes carrots for the horse.
“This carriage ride is a must! The sights were so beautiful and the music on the carriage ride was fantastic. I love holiday music. Our driver was Michelle, I mean the horse, she was so sweet! Muhammad was our tour guide and he was very friendly and informative, and he offered to take photos at key points on the tour. Thank you so much to him.!!”
Ride a heated bus from Greeley Square Park to Dyker Heights, where a licensed NYC guide leads you past giant inflatables, glowing mansions, and elaborate nativity scenes. You will also stop at Brooklyn Bridge Park for skyline photos and finish near Rockefeller Center. Guides have included Fred, Ray, Dave, and Jared.
“Ray was fantastic! His knowledge of the city and ability to communicate it so well was as enjoyable as the sights themselves! Thank you Ray!”
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