Private Tour Guides In New York City

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Private Tour Guides In New York City

Top private tours in New York City

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

Must see New York with a local
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New York Must see New York with a local

The NYC of your dreams in a day! See the main sites, taste the diverse food scene or go off the tourist trail. It's totally up to you!

$264 per person

8 hours

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Half day in New York with a local
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New York Half day in New York with a local

Times Square, neighbourhood diners and thrift store sifting.

$140 per person

4 hours

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Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village
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New York Discover the flavors of Greenwich Village

Indulge in the flavors of Greenwich Village, from warm choc' chip cookies to cannolis to Italian-inspired bites and giant pastrami sandwiches

$156.5 per person

3 hours

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Ultra-cool Meatpacking district after dark
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New York Ultra-cool Meatpacking district after dark

Dimly lit cocktail bars, gallery openings, flagship designer stores and ultra-cool restaurants.

$146.5 per person

3 hours

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Lower Manhattan: discover Chinatown, SoHo & Little Italy
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New York Lower Manhattan: discover Chinatown, SoHo & Little Italy

Discover each neighborhood's delis, street vendors, and unique flavors and see the real Manhattan with a side of history, culture, and community

$162.5 per person

4 hours

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Discover Williamsburg: Brooklyn's cool & creative neighborhood
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New York Discover Williamsburg: Brooklyn's cool & creative neighborhood

From street art, thrift stores, and craft breweries, you'll soak up the creativity of this artistic community and see beyond the hype of hipsters

$109 per person

3 hours

  • (34)

Taste the world in Harlem: a culinary adventure
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New York Taste the world in Harlem: a culinary adventure

Savor the rich cultural heritage of Harlem! Your tastebuds will travel the world as you sample Soul Food, Caribbean, African & Latin American cuisines

$159 per person

3 hours

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Pizza & beer: a match made in Brooklyn heaven
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New York Pizza & beer: a match made in Brooklyn heaven

Try Brooklyn's iconic pizzerias and innovative local brews with a local. Savor a variety of beer styles and learn about Brooklyn's brewing heritage

$159 per person

3 hours

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Private Tour Guides In New York City

The best private guides and local insiders in New York City

If you’re looking for the best private tour guides in New York to plan your ultimate day in this electrifying cultural capital, City Unscripted has got you covered. Our handpicked team of private tour guides in NYC have already uncovered every inch of this iconic metropolis, and they’re ready to share it all with you. Who needs a guidebook for the Big Apple when you have the best New York private tour guides to reveal their dynamic hometown’s highlights as well as its hidden gems? From spectacular street food and eclectic neighborhoods to artistic and cultural icons, there’s something for every type of traveler on our tailored tours with private guides in NYC.

Meet some of our New York City private guides

Kathy

Kathy

San Francisco

Bay-view seeker and neighborhood explorer with an insider’s eye for San Francisco’s best hills, skyline spots and hidden gems.
John

John

San Francisco

History enthusiast and North Beach navigator with a passion for uncovering San Francisco’s timeless stories and local gems.
Maria

Maria

San Francisco

Matt

Matt

San Francisco

Joan

Joan

San Francisco

Passionate San Francisco host, with a taste for exploring eateries, uncovering hidden gem bookstores, and nature spots, and sharing the city's rich cultural and musical history.
Barbara

Barbara

New York

Jason

Jason

New York

Food enthusiast and neighborhood explorer with a deep knowledge of New York’s Financial District and a talent for uncovering the city’s hidden gems.
Olga

Olga

New York

Vibrant New York host, culinary explorer and art enthusiast, guiding you through the hidden gems of New York with a taste for the best bakeries, coffee spots, and art.
Kamilla

Kamilla

New York

Vibrant New York host, history lover, and food enthusiast with insider tips on New York’s best spots for drinks, dining, and hidden gems.
Maurita

Maurita

New York

Fun New York local host with expertise in art and immigration history, providing unique insights into the city's cultural fabric and heritage.
Ross

Ross

New York

Edward

Edward

New York

Denise

Denise

New York

Creative art-enthusiast, always up to meeting new people
Mei

Mei

New York

Enthusiastic explorer and off-the-beaten-path expert with insider knowledge of hidden gems and lesser-known neighborhoods, perfect for those seeking an authentic and tourist-free experience.
Private Tour Guides In New York City

Not just New York for tourists

In a city with as many world-famous attractions as New York City, from Times Square to the Guggenheim, you could easily spend weeks caught in a seemingly endless tourist trap. But if you experience the city with one of our private guides in New York, you’ll also discover the local haunts and holes-in-the-wall only native New Yorkers know about. On personalized tours with City Unscripted, we won’t limit you to the tourist sights. Our private tour guides in New York will show you where to find the coolest cafés, the quirkiest areas, and the best places to grab a quick bagel.

Private Tour Guides In New York City

Expertly tailored experiences

No two travelers are the same. Maybe you want to hop between world-famous attractions like the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge, find the best restaurants in Greenwich Village, or perhaps you’re content to spend a day scoping out laid-back local hangouts. What makes our local hosts the best private tour guides in New York? They take time to get familiar with your personality, passions, and travel style, so they can plan the perfect NYC itinerary tailored specifically to you. Whatever your interests, our private guides in New York City create experiences that are 100% personalized.

Private Tour Guides In New York City

Feel the spirit of the city

Our private guides in New York have an intimate understanding of the distinct vibe of each neighborhood, and they’ll take you wherever you want to go. We want to give you full access to the real New York. With our knowledgeable private tour guides in NYC to be your personal GPS and guidebook, no experience is off-limits. Whether you explore the streets of swanky Manhattan, drink in Brooklyn’s urban art scene, or get lost in boho Greenwich Village, our private tour guides in New York take the lead, helping you navigate the city with the ease of someone who lives there.

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Latest reviews from our guests

    We really enjoyed Ed our tour guide as he was full of historical information about the city. He seemed to intuitively know where to take us to get an overview of the city and become familiar with transportation options. We on a walking tour and used the subway at times that were important. I would highly recommend.

    20 March 2026

    Judi D

    Ross was very diligent in ensuring our meeting place and time. He went above and beyond in being sure we saw everything we wanted to see and managed our tour so we ended it near our lunch restaurant. He could not have done better!

    6 December 2025

    Russell N P

    Jason was great! He tailored our tour to our interests and was so knowledgeable about the history of NYC and also current events and facts about the city. We highly recommend Jason for a private walking tour during your visit.

    26 November 2025

    Darcy A

    We had such a great experience discovering the gorgeous Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO. This is our annual girls weekend to city and have explored so much in the past so we were looking for a unique tour, something new, and this was awesome. Our guide, Olga, was very knowledgeable, interesting, and adapted to our interests. Would highly recommend her as a tour guide in NYC!

    19 November 2025

    Melissa D

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