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What you’ll do

You’ll go on a whirlwind tour of New York’s top sights and landmark venues in Manhattan, the city’s iconic borough, which has given NY its reputation as the city that never sleeps. Between the dizzyingly tall skyscrapers and historic brownstone mansions, your host will help you make the most of the day and show you 20 of New York’s most unmissable attractions, from Central Park to Times Square, the Met to the High Line.

But more than that, they’ll share with you a slice of what makes the city so addictive and reveal a few secret spots that only a local would know about, from a bar buried deep in the vaults beneath Wall Street to where you can catch that all-important sunset together, from an angle you never knew existed. 

  • Private experience, tailored to you

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, German, Hindi, Italian, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish)

  • Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Experience outline

  • Discover New York’s most famous attractions like the High Line and its most iconic neighborhoods the Upper West Side and the Midtown Manhattan
  • Discover the secret spots and hidden gems nearby these well-known spots too
  • Enjoy lunch in an eatery where you’ll be surrounded by locals, whatever cuisine you’re in the mood for!
  • See more than just world-famous attractions - your host will reveal a secret New York you never knew existed

Things to know

What’s included

  • 8 hours with your host
  • A private and personalized experience
  • Walking experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations).

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

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Reviews

    Maurita of City unscripted showed us New York south of 23rd West street. She has been an excellent guide, very knowledgable of the local areas, Wall Street area, China Town, little Italy, Brooklyn Bridge, Greenwich, West Village. We truly enjoyed her company and historic knowledge. Highly recommended.

    November 2023

    Daan d

    Maurita, took us out for the day in owner Manhattan and an in depth knowledge of the history and local stories of the various neighbourhoods we visited. Her Italian background furthermore enhanced the experience in this part of Manhattan, very muchrecommended.

    November 2023

    Daan d

    Would like to say what a fantastic time we had with Mei she was brilliant. Really felt like we were meeting up with a old friend and the information she gave us was great. Would highly recommend her we even braved the subway the following day on her advice as the quickest way to get around thanks Mei for a wonderful day

    February 2019

    Jackie T

    8 ore molto piacevoli e super interessanti. Spero di tornare preso e scoprire nuove cose su New York! Grazie Mille alla mia host Paola!!

    November 2018

    Valeria C

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