9 Nightlife Experiences in New York Worth Booking

1.Bar, Lounge and Rooftop Nightlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 442 reviews · from $36Our pick

Spend three hours with an English-speaking nightlife host such as Jonathan, Ryan, Annie, or Kate, visiting at least three Manhattan venues. Expect a mix of historic bars, speakeasies, cocktail lounges, and one rooftop, with free entry and walking between stops.

“The tour was great, we had a nice group together and our tour guide: Camala was so fun! She was so enthousiastic, she knew everything about the city and was so involved in the group it was like she was one of us. Very good experience, especially for the money you pay. I will recommend it to everyone to get to know the city better and also to meet nice new people.”

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2.New York Nightlife: The Essential NYC Nightlife Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $24

Start at 9 p.m. near West 3rd Street and follow hosts including Louis and Ajna through Greenwich Village bars and clubs. You may play ping pong, sing karaoke, hear live music, and use drink deals before ending near Bleecker Street. Bring ID, dress smart casual, and expect about 3.5 hours.

“I texted the viator whatapp that I will be late in 5min to meeting place and it mention will help me informed the tour Incharge but I reach the meeting place no one there and called the help desk and difficult to provide me a right answer. Disappointed”

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3.Night Out Prohibition History Bar and Speakeasy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 128 reviews · 3 hours · from $36

Walk from 825 8th Avenue to Times Square, stopping at three Midtown bars, pubs, lounges, and speakeasies. Guides such as Ariel, Ryan, Sarah, and Jack share stories about immigration, politics, and Prohibition while arranging preferred entry. Drinks and food cost extra.

“We had a great time! Ryan was funny and made the whole tour a fabulous time. His stories were interesting, and he was just so friendly and welcoming. We loved the Woo Woo bar! So much fun!”

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4.Secret bars and Speakeasy NY experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 50 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Join Alex for a three-hour, small-group walk through three concealed Lower Manhattan bars. Expect secret doors, alley entrances, Prohibition stories, and skip-the-line access. Drinks and food cost extra, and all participants must be at least 21 with photo ID.

“Outstanding locations and such a kind, knowledgeable guide! Fantastic tour!! I’d recommend this tour to anyone who wants to experience speakeasies you would never find on your own and learn so much about each. It was incredible.”

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5.NYC Pub Crawl and Rooftop Clubbing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 39 reviews · from $28

Meet English-speaking hosts near Bowery and East Houston, visit four New York bars and clubs, enjoy included shots and drink deals, then finish at a multi-level rooftop club in lower Manhattan. You get venue entry, fast-track security, and can stay at the final club as long as you like.

“As the tour guide was walking very fast, she didn't pay attention to the group at all. What's more, she was going so fast in windy weather that I fell on my hand and broke my wrist and had to go to hospital as an emergency. In other words, I didn't get to experience it at all.”

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6.Fabulous Drag Night Out with a Drag Queen

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 2 hours · from $55Top rated

Meet your English-speaking drag queen guide at DBL in Hell’s Kitchen, sip a complimentary vodka soda or frozen margarita, then head to a top drag show for flips, laughs, photos, and dancing. Guides such as Liz and Queenlee bring personal insight into New York’s drag scene.

“Absolutely loved it!! My drag guide, Liz, created a welcoming and warm atmosphere for those visiting NYC. Learned some ins and outs on joining the drag community, and loved seeing the professionals at werk!! 👏🏼”

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7.Ultimate Nightlife Group Tour NYC

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12 reviews · from $36

Meet your English-speaking NYC host near One Worldwide Plaza for a three-hour group night out. Visit at least three bars, lounges, and possibly a speakeasy or rooftop, with free express entry throughout. Hosts such as Sarah and Wow bring local stories and help you meet people from around the world.

“Our tour guide was lovely! Glad I went as would never seen that part in New York! Ended up in a piano bar where I met some other amazing people that weren’t on the trip! So amazing all round! NYC is the best!!”

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8.NYC Pub Crawl Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8 reviews · from $18Best value

Meet party hosts near West 3rd Street and Sixth Avenue for a three-hour crawl through four West Village bars and clubs. Expect games, live music, DJs, dancing, free shots, drink deals, and a social crowd. Bring valid ID and note that the experience is for ages 21 and up.

“Amazing people. Amazing places and entertainment (they can only offer on Wednesdays). Amazing staff. Amazing :)”

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9.Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $30

Join US Ghost Adventures for a two-hour Greenwich Village walk through murder tales, duels, speakeasies, and haunted bars. Meet your English-speaking guide at One if by Land, Two by Sea, then visit Marie’s Crisis Cafe, Pirate’s Den, Hangman’s Elm, and the Friends apartment building.

“Joanna was such a sweetheart, we had a blast! We very much enjoyed our tour and would definitely do it again!!! 100% recommend.”

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