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Best Private Tours of New York City

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New York City attracts around 50 million tourists each year, and it’s not hard to see why tourism is booming in the region. With the likes of the impressive Empire State Building, Central Park and Times Square, the five boroughs of New York boast of special landmarks that are on most people’s bucket list.

Now, heading to a busy destination such as New York City can be an overwhelming experience, hence why tours are such a great option. So, to help out, we’ve put together a list of some of the best private New York City tours…

1) Sea The City – Jet Ski Tour

 The glistening waters around NYC offer an awesome opportunity to view the city in a whole new light. But, you can mix sightseeing with exhilarating fun with this private tour by Sea The City. Glide around the waters on a state-of-the-art jet ski while you take in the landmarks and learn about the harbor’s history.

2) Photo Trek Tours – Walking With a Personal Photographer 

Visiting a location such as New York City will create a ton of memories, but you’ll want to capture those, so you can reminisce when you’re old and grey. So, what could be better than taking a leisurely walk around the Big Apple, and having a professional photographer take high quality images for you to take home?

3) Top Dog Tours – Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island 

If you’re heading to New York City, you’ll not want to miss out on viewing the iconic Statue of Liberty. During a 4-hour guided tour which includes museum visits, you’ll learn plenty about how the statue ended up in the US and the history of Ellis Island itself. Don’t forget to get a picture next to the statue, though!

4) Richie’s Central Park – Central Park Pedicab 

 Central Park stretches a huge 843 acres, so you’ll certainly burn some serious calories if you opt to walk every inch of it. So, why not choose a pedicab tour instead? Not only will you stroll past the incredible statues and fountains that comprise the park, but you’ll also be able to attain knowledge of its history from your experienced driver.

5) Manhattan Helicopters – Private Helicopter 

Head up into the beautiful New York City skyline and view the iconic region from a completely fresh perspective. You’ll ride in utter comfort as part of a group and see all of the legendary landmarks up close as you’re whizzing through the sky. This one is considered to be on the luxury side, so it could be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

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Our Jet Ski Tours Launch Just 10 Minutes from Manhattan.

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Sea the City Jet Ski tours offer a unique way for tourists and New Yorkers alike to get up close to the sights and attractions on their very own Jet Ski. Book online today!

What you’ll see: Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, Governor’s Island, Ellis Island, Freedom Tower, Janes Carousel, One Brooklyn Park, South Street Seaport, Empire State Building, and more!