7 High Line and Chelsea Tours to Build a Day Around

1.High Line and Chelsea Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,238 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39Our pick

Start at Chelsea Market at 9:30 am, then walk through Chelsea, spend about an hour on the High Line, and finish in the Meatpacking District. A small group of up to 20 people, guides such as Maki, Isa, Peter, and Tim, and 2 to 3 miles of walking make this a lively introduction to one of Manhattan’s most changed neighborhoods.

“Makkii was an excellent guide. We learned so much and he was very entertaining and informative. Highly recommend”

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2.Chelsea Market and High Line Guided Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $88

Meet near Chelsea Market for a three-hour food walk with a local guide. Try tacos, dumplings, pizza, egg tarts, mini donuts, and a seasonal drink, then walk through the High Line, Pier 57, and Hudson Yards. Guides may include Sergio, Chris, Michele, Lara, or Justin.

“Our tour was great, mostly because of our guide, Sergio. While we couldn’t go on the high line because of freezing weather & high winds, Sergio made sure we didn’t miss anything, even at street level. The food was delicious and we learned so much! I can’t wait to go back to Chelsea Market!”

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3.Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour – from Chelsea Piers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 688 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $99

Join a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain on a one-hour, 12-person speedboat ride from Chelsea Piers or North Cove Marina. You will photograph Little Island, Hudson Yards, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Governors Island, and the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, with captains such as Bryant, Eric, and Mack sharing stories along the way.

“If I could give a million stars I would! Absolutely amazing experience! We kind of got a little lost getting to the boat and Eric the Captain went out of his way to meet us and take us to the boat! From there on the experience was incredible! Can't thank Eric and the company enough!”

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4.High Line Park and Greenwich Village Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $159

Start at 10:30 am with a 90-minute High Line walk led by guides such as Alex, Claire, or Jake, then spend 2.5 hours tasting Greenwich Village specialties. Expect architecture, local history, pizza, pastries, tacos, and enough food for lunch in a group capped at eight.

“Generally a great tour. Alex our guide was fab and we loved the High Line part . Lots of insights into architecture , trade and commerce and of course the American way of life. The gardens were lovely, filled with cheerful purple asters in the Fall and edgy artwork. However slightly disappointed by the Greenwich Village food part. 2 desserts, no bagels and not much sitting down to eat !”

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5.High Line, Chelsea, & Meatpacking District Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 195 reviews · 2 hours · from $39

Spend two hours with an English-speaking guide exploring Chelsea Market, the High Line, and the Meatpacking District. Expect railroad history, factory architecture, art galleries, Hudson River views, and plenty of city stories. Guides have included Maki, Kevin, Ben, Bob, and Filip.

“Eric has been a great and Entertaining tourguide. The sign at the Meetingpoint Could be bigger!”

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6.Statue of Liberty Speedboat Tour – from Chelsea Piers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) · from $60

Board a small speedboat at Chelsea Piers for a fast, photo-friendly tour of New York Harbor. Your captain pauses by the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and One World Trade Center, with guides such as Eric, Bryan, and Mac adding safety tips, history, and humor.

“Bryan was a super guide, funny and super safe on his driving skills. Gave plenty of time and stops for photos. Made for a very enjoyable trip. Thank you.”

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7.Foods of NY Tours Chelsea Market Food Tour & High Line Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend three hours eating through Chelsea Market and walking three blocks of the High Line with guides such as Joe, Cindy, or Robin. Expect a full lunch of market tastings, including pizza, a hot dog, cheese, taco, biscuit, crostata, chocolate, and gelato, plus stories about Nabisco, the Meatpacking District, and the old elevated railway.

“A fun experience with a fabulous tour guide. Food was great and portions larger than expected too! Joe was full of knowledge of the area and history facts thrown in made it so enjoyable!”

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