Top New York City Self-guided Tours & Rentals

Experience Central Park by bike with this convenient bike rental, perfect for everyone from first-time visitors to NYC regulars. Traveling by bike enables you to see more than you can on foot. With a provided map and staff recommendations, you can explore the bike-friendly paths at your own pace and stop to admire sites along the way. Book ahead, as bike rentals often sell out for this classic New York adventure.

There’s no better way to see New York than from the air and helicopter tours don’t have to cost the earth. Feel the history as you soar above Ellis Island, Wall Street, Brooklyn Bridge and more on this short but perfectly tailored flight that brings you eye to eye with the iconic Statue of Liberty. Choose between multiple departures throughout the day, with a maximum of six travelers per flight.

See New York City shine in all its glory on this illuminating night tour. From aboard an open-top double-decker bus, see the lights and evening activity of Times Square, Greenwich Village, SoHo, the Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building, and more. Savor incredible panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline at night.

Pedal the shady paths and boulevards of Central Park on a guided bike tour with a small group of cyclists. Enjoy a leisurely pace as you trace a route to landmarks and hidden gems, from the Bethesda Fountain to the memorial at Strawberry Fields. See the Dakota apartment building where John Lennon lived, then loop around Cleopatra’s Needle and visit Jackie Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. Take in the natural side of life in New York City with an experience that’s suitable for all fitness levels and experience.

See Manhattan’s top attractions, from Harlem to Battery Park, on a 6- or 8-hour sightseeing tour. On board a double decker bus, travel across the city, passing major landmarks like Madison Square Garden, Times Square and Central Park. Take a 60-minute cruise across New York Harbor and climb to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Center on the 8-hour tour.

Rent a bike in Central Park, the perfect way to explore this New York City landmark. Located in the heart of Manhattan, Central Park offers miles of tree-shaded bike paths leading to open meadows, lakes and attractions such as the Central Park Zoo. You can select the style of bike that you prefer, with baby seats, baby trailers and tandem bikes also available. All rentals come with a helmet, chain lock, and map. Choose from a two-hour, four-hour or full-day rental.

Avoid the confines of a group tour and explore Manhattan and Brooklyn at your own pace with this customizable bike rental. Traveling by bike lets you fit in more attractions than you could on foot and enjoy highlights such as skyline views from the Brooklyn Bridge. Plus, a variety of rental options lets you plan a trip that suits your schedule and interests.

Central Park’s massive size can make it hard to explore by foot. Instead, discover its scenic paths and historic sites in the heart of New York City by bike. Ride for an hour, or opt for a half- or full-day rental, and follow tree-lined roads to the park’s highlights and hidden gems. Leave the park behind to cruise midtown Manhattan’s vibrant neighborhoods, and see the city at your own pace.

Discover the Statue of Liberty from the water’s edge—and enjoy a comfortable alternative to crowded ferry transit—when you book this yacht tour of New York Harbor. Perfect for time-pressed travelers, this tour via well-appointed yacht departs multiple times daily from Pier 36. Once you hop aboard, pick from indoor and outdoor viewing areas, listen to live narration, and get within just 100 feet (30 meters) of Lady Liberty.

New York’s Grand Central Terminal is one of the city’s most famous landmarks, and with this self-guided audio tour you can get a behind-the-scenes look at its soaring architecture and detailed interior. Learn about the rich history of this famous station, along with anecdotes, little-known facts, and details about the golden age of American rail travel as you explore the elegant Main Concourse at your own pace.

Enjoy all of New York City’s most iconic sites with a 2- or 5-day hop-on, hop-off bus pass, so you can explore the city with narration from an experienced guide. Choose from destinations on four centrally-located bus loops through downtown, uptown and Brooklyn, then watch New York’s bright lights come on during a nighttime tour of the city. Use your bus pass to access a free bike rental in Central Park, museum admission and a scenic cruise around Liberty Island, with views of the city's waterfront.

Explore the America’s most historic landmarks and museums on a full-day trip to Washington D.C. from New York City. Start with a scenic journey by rail, then enjoy a 2-course lunch at the Hard Rock Café upon arrival in Washington.  Board a double-decker bus for a sightseeing tour of the city, and enjoy the freedom to hop-on and hop-off so you can explore the sights that interest you most. Visit D.C.’s marble memorials, moving cemeteries and government buildings at your own pace, then board an evening train back to NYC.

Rent a bike and cruise along shady paths, picturesque lakes, and quiet lanes in New York's Central Park. Take in the highlights of the sprawling park on two wheels, and enjoy the full flexibility to ride where you want for as long as you want. Get tips on the best places to visit inside the park, or follow city streets to nearby museums and Times Square.

Explore New York City at your own pace with the convenience of this hop-on hop-off bus tour with top-value perks included. Don't miss a thing as you're whisked through NYC aboard a double-decker bus for your sightseeing adventure. Cruise on uptown and downtown loops to enjoy great views, learn about the numerous landmarks from your audio commentary, and take home tickets to your favorite sights, like the 9/11 Memorial, Metropolitan Museum of Art, and more—included.

For a romantic jaunt through New York City's Central Park, don't miss this timeless horse carriage tour, complete with the quaint clip-clop of a horse's hooves. After you hop aboard, your guide takes you on a private ride, and loops through the southeast corner of Central Park. Along the way, see park landmarks like Diprock Arch, the Carousel, and Gapstow Bridge, and keep your eyes open for film locations that you can spot as you go.

Rise above the noise of Manhattan on an unforgettable helicopter ride that offers the best views in all of New York City. Soar over iconic sights like the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and much more. It's a thrilling and affordable way to see the entire Big Apple in just 15 minutes.

Tick off all the top New York City sights in a single ride with these prebooked hop-on, hop-off bus tickets. Choose from three different fun-filled packages: a same-day downtown tour, a downtown tour plus Statue of Liberty visit, or a comprehensive, 48-hour New York City experience, including downtown and uptown bus tours, with a Statue of Liberty Cruise and Central Park bike rental.

Make New York your game board with a 3-hour scavenger hunt adventure through midtown Manhattan and Times Square, and explore the city’s history and landmarks at your own pace. Trace the 2-mile route on a smart phone, take on a series of challenges with your team of 2-5 people and solve New York-themed puzzles as you walk. Pause to eat and drink along the way and give your day in the city a competitive edge by racking up points to compare with teams that have completed the same exciting challenge. 

Explore Manhattan’s highlights independently, and enjoy a fun and speedy way to cruise around town, with this flexible bike rental service. Conveniently located just a few blocks from Times Square, the rental center offers bikes in adult and kid sizes, as well as helmets, maps, and locks. Depending on your schedule, choose from a variety of rental windows—from one hour up to 24 hours. Then, the city is yours to discover on two wheels.

Enjoy a bird’s eye view of New York City’s top attractions—and admire a perspective of the city that most visitors miss—with this deluxe helicopter tour. Pick from numerous daily flight times, and above the city’s bustle. With your pilot’s guidance, spot highlights like the Empire State Building, Times Square, and Central Park. You’ll even venture farther north than most helicopter tours to see Harlem and Yankee Stadium.

See New York City from the waters of the Hudson River on your own private motorboat tour. Enjoy two hours of sightseeing with stops at the Brooklyn Bridge, Freedom Tower (One World Trade Center) and Statue of Liberty. Bring your group of up to six people along with your own food or drink for this exclusive New York boating experience. Your tour departs from a convenient location in lower Manhattan.

Cram as much fun as possible into your visit to the Big Apple thanks to this guided sightseeing trip covering some of New York’s top highlights. Take a spin aboard a double-decker bus as you explore Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Little Italy, One World Trade Center, the 9/11 Memorial, and much more. A New York Harbor cruise and brief walking tours in select areas are also included.

Explore the best of New York City at your own pace aboard a hop-on hop-off bus through downtown and a cruise to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. You have 24 hours to see everything from Union Square to Greenwich Village, Freedom Tower, and Little Italy, with stops at New York City’s most iconic landmarks and neighborhoods.

Put the 'big' in the Big Apple by covering a huge swath of Manhattan on this 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour and then gain entry to the sky-high One World Observatory in lower Manhattan. Save your feet and leg muscles by riding comfortably on the double-decker bus, learning about the history of the city as you go, getting off when something strikes your interest. Then head to One World Observatory for a stunning view. Upgrade to a 48-hour 'all loops' ticket to see even more.