Carolyn B.United States
Bill was an excellent tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and we enjoyed his tour.
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Private tour in New York City Bill G
Special Full-day Highlights of New York City Sightseeing Tour
4.6
(9) reviews
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5 hours
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Private tour for 1-5 people
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Bill G.
4.8
Guide rating
57
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Tours delivered
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The tours I give always have a level of enthusiasm that is beyond scripted - because I live here and know that each day brings changes that will interest me and let me excite the tourist. I know the landmarks, but I know the locals, and I can make a tour of an "ordinary" neighborhood exciting because I also know the history of New York. I know why this is the Empire City, and can convey the excitement of discovery on virtually every corner. I have learned to love this city perhaps as one learns to love a beautiful yet willful woman. For me to make a real and true connection with it, I had to become better acquainted with New York through an elaborate series of "dates" with its neighborhoods and their histories. I felt the city telling me to learn more about it first; I had to prove that I cared. Every neighborhood, just as every business in them, is like a library of melodramas and romances written by its denizens, past and present, all informed by a history that is growing every day from the hands, hearts and minds of those people. By running and walking, and making contacts with people in these neighborhoods and businesses, I have fully embraced my lover's assignment. In fact, after entering all these neighborhoods and businesses I felt compelled to "check out" and read their literature. I have became a licensed tour guide. I taught students how to pass the city's tour guide exam at City College. I lead groups, both large and small, that include high school students, businessmen and other adults, as well as retirees, both from the U.S. as well as abroad. I love taking people around my city. Licensed New York City and Washington, DC Tour Guide; B.A., M.A., English; urban historian. My NYC license No. is 0975275; D.C. is TGL11706
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Discover New York City with me on this tour with private transportation.
Overview of your New York City tour
You've arrived in New York, are at an Airport - or at your hotel. What to do? Let me show you the town! We will drive through the city, and I will let you experience the city at various locations - as if we're locals in for the day. Yes, you'll see that I live on an island - we will cross a bridge to reach Manhattan - and that we all work surrounded by water - and that we are all close together for most of every day - hardly ever out of earshot! But I will show you the wonder of Central Park, where one can be in peace; and we will drive through the city and see its architectural beauty; we may stop for refreshment at a coffee shop - pastry anyone? We may have the chance to see Union Square at its busiest when the farmers' market is in full swing. Wall Street - Brooklyn Bridge - the World Trade Center - we can almost see it all!
Recent Reviews
Jorge A.Canada
We (8 seniors) did the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island tour. Our guide was Bill. Excellent & knowledgeable tour guide. But most of all, Bill was so pleasant and patient with all of us. Commendable to the Nth degree and I assured him to expect us when we return next year.
Joseph L.United States
Our tour guide / street teacher Bill, plus our driver for the day were both great . The ability to deliver a knowledgeable , yet thoughtful and intriguing tour for my family ( children included )was done very well . Add in the ability to share a wealth of info with us while moving through the bustling NYC streets safely was well appreciated. If I had more time to explore NYC further , Bill would definitely be the man to turn to or even recommend for friends and family alike.
Clarice B.United States
Excellent! I could have given Bill G an excellent rating before the tour even began. Now that we did the tour, I can give him an excellent PLUS! Bill was responsive and helpful as I worked out the details with him before I even booked. He researched and explained the options. I was confident that we would be in good hands and that he would meet us as planned and that there would not be any problems, and even if there were some bad surprises, Bill would handle it. He didn't disappoint! Great tour!
Your New York City tour itinerary
After we meet, here are some sights we can see - although we won'd. be able to see them all: • Central Park • Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center • St. Patrick's Cathedral • Grand Central Terminal • The United Nations • Times Square • The Empire State Building • Madison Square and the Flatiron Building • The Washington Square Arch and Greenwich Village • Chinatown and Little Italy • The Brooklyn Bridge • Brooklyn Heights - the Promenade • City Hall • Wall Street • The World Trade Center and the 9/11 Memorial Since this a vehicular tour, we will see a lot of the city as we drive through it; we may park and get out to see some places more closely (cost is included). We will discuss - and perhaps we may add other sights in the place of ones we omit - like: • Columbia University, • The Cathedral of St. John the Divine (the largest Gothic cathedral in the world!), or • The Upper East Side and the Metropolitan Museum of Art This is your day, so suggestions are welcome!
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
Transportation is in an SUV large enough for your party, and should be able to accommodate your luggage.
What's included
Other: Parking when necessary.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
Services: Airport pick-up and hotel drop-off
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. All admissions charges (Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, museums, etc), food and souvenirs are also extra. We can discuss this before you book.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location
LaGuardia Airport (LGA), East Elmhurst, NY, USA
Meeting point can be your hotel or the airport when you arrive in New York
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
History
Art And Culture
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
1324
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
4.6
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Who is this private tour in New York City best suited for?
This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore New York City with the convenience of private transportation. It's ideal for those who wish to see the city's highlights in a day, including families with kids, as the tour is kid-friendly and involves minimal walking.
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5 hours
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-5 people
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