These seasonal tour offerings are available as private tours. By their nature, they are only available at certain times of year. They are walking tours, available for groups up to a dozen. Contact me for pricing specifics, and other details. We look forward to providing a wonderful experience!
Our most popular seasonal tour is our Christmas lights tour of Dyker Heights. Info below:
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour (Dec. 1-22): NYC's fastest-growing Christmas tradition isn't in Rockefeller Center... it's in southern Brooklyn. The residents of Dyker Heights, a suburban neighborhood of large houses, started a tradition in the 1980s of lavish holiday displays that has grown into a neighborhood-wide phenomenon. Come see why over 100,000 people flock to this area every December to see the famous Dyker lights.
Please note: While most Dyker tours approach this area by bus, ours is a walking tour. On the bus tours, you will spend most of the time sitting in traffic. Our tour covers more ground and allows you to get the full Dyker experience, as the locals do! And, as a private tour, you are guaranteed a personal experience.
(This private tour is one price for groups up to 10 persons. Contact me for groups of other sizes.)
Our other seasonal tour options, available by request, include:
Christmas In New York Tour (Late November - Dec. 22): Deck the halls on this special seasonal tour! New York City during the holidays is its most magical season. From the infamous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree to numerous holiday markets to unique store window displays, there's no city in America that does the holidays better. This walking tour will help you see the best of this, and explain the history of NYC's holiday traditions.
Governors Island (May-October): In the middle of New York harbor sits a a 172-acre (70 ha) island filled with history, fun, and stunning views of the city. Walk through historical streets past former barracks and colonial houses. See unique modern art. Lounge on rocking chairs inside historic Fort Jay. Get amazing photos of the Statue of Liberty and more. Come discover Governors Island, NYC's best summer day-trip just a 5-minute boat from Manhattan!
Coney Island (May-September): Hello my Coney Island baby! In the late 19th-century, this stretch of southern Brooklyn become the premiere seaside resort in the country at the time… beautiful hotels, beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches, and some of the earliest amusement parks in the United States. Through ups and downs, Coney Island has changed, but it remains synonymous with Summer in NYC. Today, the rides remain, including the landmarked Cyclone rollercoaster and the Wonder Wheel, and of course the original Nathan’s Famous hot dogs. On this tour, explore the history of Coney Island, and see how it is growing again in the 21st century.
I can also arrange other seasonal tours for custom requests. The great thing about New York is that, no matter what time of year you visit, there is always something unique to see! Contact me for custom inquiries.