New York City Day Trips & Excursions

Q: What are the best options for New York City Day Trips & Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Broadway and TripAdvisor, the best New York City Day Trips & Excursions are: Half Day Guided Tour of Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn NYC: Train Trip with Sleepy Hollow and Walkway Over Hudson NYC Trolley Tour Explore Harlem The Bronx Queens and Brooklyn Private New York City Tour in German Private Manhattan and Brooklyn Full-Day Tour with Driver-Guide and Vehicle

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for New York City Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Broadway and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly New York City Day Trips & Excursions are: NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports NYC Highlights Tour: Bronx, Brooklyn, Harlem, Queens & Coney Excursion to Washington from New York in 1 day Niagara Falls One Day Tour from NY New York City Tour to Niagara Falls 1 Day View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which New York City Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

New York City Day Trips & Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports QC Spa New York Luxury Wellness on Governors Island Washington DC Highlights, 1-Day Tour from NYC Philadelphia and Amish Country, 1-Day Tour from NYC Fall Foliage Oktoberfest Cruise on the Hudson River View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which New York City Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These New York City Day Trips & Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Private Guided New York City Tour by SUV Top Rated SUV Tour — Fully Private & Customizable, 3 or 5 Hours Hamptons Private Day Trip from New York City Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx Private Tour with a Driver-Guide VIP Guided NYC Boroughs Tour View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more New York City trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked New York City Tours. Top 10 New York City 2026 Senior-friendly tours New York City The best tours and activities for culture lovers in New York City Top Day Trips from New York City Things to do in New York City this summer View all New York City Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New York City?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in New York City are: New York City Tours & Sightseeing New York City Attraction Tickets New York City Sightseeing Tickets & Passes New York City Luxury & Special Occasions New York City Luxury Tours View all tour styles in New York City →

Half Day Guided Tour of Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn

New York is not just Manhattan but a multi-ethnic and cosmopolitan city that, thanks to our exclusive tour, you will be able to fully appreciate. …More

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Half Day Guided Tour of Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn

New York is not just Manhattan but a multi-ethnic and cosmopolitan city that, thanks to our exclusive tour, you will be able to fully appreciate....

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$75

NYC: Train Trip with Sleepy Hollow and Walkway Over Hudson

Our tour begins in the center of Midtown. From Grand Central we will take Metro North up to Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow. There we will …More

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NYC: Train Trip with Sleepy Hollow and Walkway Over Hudson

Our tour begins in the center of Midtown. From Grand Central we will take Metro North up to Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow. There we will...

7 hours Free Cancellation

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$135

NYC Trolley Tour Explore Harlem The Bronx Queens and Brooklyn

Experience the Best of NYC on a Guided Trolley Adventure! Hop aboard our classic NYC Trolley and discover more than just Manhattan!This exciting half-day guided …More

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NYC Trolley Tour Explore Harlem The Bronx Queens and Brooklyn

Experience the Best of NYC on a Guided Trolley Adventure! Hop aboard our classic NYC Trolley and discover more than just Manhattan!This exciting half-day guided...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$69

Our guided tours are individually tailored to each guest. This applies not only to the contents of the tour, but also to the length of …More

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Private New York City Tour in German

Our guided tours are individually tailored to each guest. This applies not only to the contents of the tour, but also to the length of...

3 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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$399

Private Manhattan and Brooklyn Full-Day Tour with Driver-Guide and Vehicle

THIS IS A SOCIALLY DISTANCED TOUR. Relax with a private guided sightseeing tour of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Custom itineraries are created and personalized for each …More

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Private Manhattan and Brooklyn Full-Day Tour with Driver-Guide and Vehicle

THIS IS A SOCIALLY DISTANCED TOUR. Relax with a private guided sightseeing tour of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Custom itineraries are created and personalized for each...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,199

NYC Private Custom Tour by a Local Guide, off-the-beaten-path

We can’t think of a better way to really get familiar with NY than with a Local by your side! Focusing on a neighbourhood of …More

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NYC Private Custom Tour by a Local Guide, off-the-beaten-path

We can’t think of a better way to really get familiar with NY than with a Local by your side! Focusing on a neighbourhood of...

2 to 8 hours Free Cancellation

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$45

New York Instagrammable Sights and Neighborhoods Day Tour

Explore photogenic landmarks, waterfront neighborhoods, parks, and food destinations across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Visit Grand Central Terminal, the New York Public Library, Bryant Park, Central …More

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New York Instagrammable Sights and Neighborhoods Day Tour

Explore photogenic landmarks, waterfront neighborhoods, parks, and food destinations across Manhattan and Brooklyn. Visit Grand Central Terminal, the New York Public Library, Bryant Park, Central...

8 to 10 hours Free Cancellation

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$149

New York Bus Day Tour-One World Trade&Liberty Cruise From NY/BOS

Travel with a knowledgeable sightseeing coach and our professional trained tour escort. Visit one of the world’s greatest financial centers at Wall Streets! Take a …More

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New York Bus Day Tour-One World Trade&Liberty Cruise From NY/BOS

Travel with a knowledgeable sightseeing coach and our professional trained tour escort. Visit one of the world’s greatest financial centers at Wall Streets! Take a...

8 hours

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$119

New York City to Boston, Cambridge, Harvard & MIT Tour

Boston, in addition to being the largest city in the state of Massachusetts and its capital, is one of the oldest cities in the United …More

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New York City to Boston, Cambridge, Harvard & MIT Tour

Boston, in addition to being the largest city in the state of Massachusetts and its capital, is one of the oldest cities in the United...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$110

New York City to Washington DC and Philadelphia Tour in 1 Day

Explore two of America’s most historic cities in one unforgettable day from New York. Start in Washington, DC, where you’ll see iconic landmarks like the …More

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New York City to Washington DC and Philadelphia Tour in 1 Day

Explore two of America’s most historic cities in one unforgettable day from New York. Start in Washington, DC, where you’ll see iconic landmarks like the...

15 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$139

Boston has several reasons why we should visit it. We can begin by saying that it is the heart of American history and proof of …More

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1-Day Tour to Boston from New York

Boston has several reasons why we should visit it. We can begin by saying that it is the heart of American history and proof of...

14 to 15 hours Free Cancellation

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$104

Private Washington DC Full-Day Tour from New York City

Explore the capital of USA with a guide in a day with all logistics, transport, and entrance fees included by comfortable minivan or SUV. Cherish …More

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Private Washington DC Full-Day Tour from New York City

Explore the capital of USA with a guide in a day with all logistics, transport, and entrance fees included by comfortable minivan or SUV. Cherish...

12 to 13 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,350

Niagara Falls Viewpoints Small-Group Day Trip From New York City

Travel from New York to Niagara Falls for a long day of waterfall views from multiple points on the American side. During the operating season, …More

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Niagara Falls Viewpoints Small-Group Day Trip From New York City

Travel from New York to Niagara Falls for a long day of waterfall views from multiple points on the American side. During the operating season,...

19 hours Free Cancellation

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$239

Full Day Small Group Niagara Falls tour from New York City

Experience one of the country’s most famous sights with a day trip to Niagara Falls . This one-day tour makes it easy to take an …More

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Full Day Small Group Niagara Falls tour from New York City

Experience one of the country’s most famous sights with a day trip to Niagara Falls . This one-day tour makes it easy to take an...

17 to 19 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$550

Washington D.C. and Annapolis Day Trip from NYC

Discover the U.S. capital and one of the country's most fascinating colonial cities in a single day. Unlike traditional tours, this Spanish-guided excursion from New …More

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Washington D.C. and Annapolis Day Trip from NYC

Discover the U.S. capital and one of the country's most fascinating colonial cities in a single day. Unlike traditional tours, this Spanish-guided excursion from New...

10 hours Free Cancellation

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$135

Private Tour: Niagara Falls Day Trip from New York City

Completely customized one-day excursion departing from New York City by land to meet all of your needs. Travel in a private vehicle with a personal …More

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Private Tour: Niagara Falls Day Trip from New York City

Completely customized one-day excursion departing from New York City by land to meet all of your needs. Travel in a private vehicle with a personal...

22 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,995

NYC Private Luxury SUV Tour/Pre-Cruise Highlights & Port Drop-Off

Begin your cruise vacation in style with a private, half‑day pre‑cruise tour of New York City. Your guide meets you at your hotel, residence, or …More

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NYC Private Luxury SUV Tour/Pre-Cruise Highlights & Port Drop-Off

Begin your cruise vacation in style with a private, half‑day pre‑cruise tour of New York City. Your guide meets you at your hotel, residence, or...

3 to 5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,275

Private NYC Highlights by Chauffeured Escalade

Tour around NYC's energetic center on this comprehensive Manhattan highlights tour focusing on neighborhoods in detail based on cultural, historic or culinary themes. Choose from …More

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Private NYC Highlights by Chauffeured Escalade

Tour around NYC's energetic center on this comprehensive Manhattan highlights tour focusing on neighborhoods in detail based on cultural, historic or culinary themes. Choose from...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,067

A few years ago, we had the opportunity and success of creating this route that tourists love and enjoy. Our self-created New York Contrasts Tour …More

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Tour Contrastes de Nueva York

A few years ago, we had the opportunity and success of creating this route that tourists love and enjoy. Our self-created New York Contrasts Tour...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

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$69

New York City Philadelphia and Amish Community Tour 1 Day

Excursion to Philadelphia, one of the most historic cities in the United States, located in the state of Pennsylvania, it is one of the nerve …More

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New York City Philadelphia and Amish Community Tour 1 Day

Excursion to Philadelphia, one of the most historic cities in the United States, located in the state of Pennsylvania, it is one of the nerve...

12 hours Free Cancellation

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$110

Our tour of the Contrasts by bus and with a guide in Italian is the perfect experience for those who do not want to limit …More

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Tour of Contrasts in Italian

Our tour of the Contrasts by bus and with a guide in Italian is the perfect experience for those who do not want to limit...

5 hours Free Cancellation

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$79

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Broadway customers' questions.

What are the best options for New York City Day Trips & Excursions?

What are the best kid-friendly options for New York City Day Trips & Excursions Tours?

Which New York City Day Trips & Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which New York City Day Trips & Excursions have Free Cancellation?

New York City Day Trips & Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which New York City Day Trips & Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more New York City trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in New York City?