New York City Christmas Holiday Lights and Markets Walking Tour
At a glance
New York City Christmas Holiday Lights and Markets Walking Tour is a 4h guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Inside Out Tours LLC. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 62 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $59 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Christmas Cottage, the oldest Christmas Shop in New York City, The famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and Skating rink, Professional guide.
Highlights
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 10 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4h
- Group
- Small group, up to 30 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Get into the spirit of the holiday season by visiting four of New York’s most attractive traditional holiday markets. Soak up the festive atmosphere of the Big Apple around Christmas time, when the city is at its most magical.
What's included
What's included
- Christmas Cottage, the oldest Christmas Shop in New York City
- The famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and Skating rink
- Professional guide
- Magnificent window displays at big department stores
- New York’s traditional Christmas markets
- Optional traditional Christmas food and warm drinks
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Christopher Columbus is being honored here by a monument located in the center of a traffic circle that circles around the monument to go either north, south or east.
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Stop 2 · 30m
This is the first Holiday market that is being visited with many kiosks offering food, drink, arts and crafts and full of Holiday Gift ideas.
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Stop 3 · 10m
This is the first public park in America with over 42 million visitors each year. This 843 acre park took 15 years to complete and was designed by famed architects Olmstead and Vaux. Home to the Wollman Rink, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Tavern on the Green.
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Stop 4 · 20m
Fifth Avenue is a major thoroughfare in the borough of Manhattan. It stretches north from Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village to West 143rd Street in Harlem. It is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world.
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Stop 5
Bergdorf Goodman Inc. is a luxury department store based on Fifth Avenue. This exclusive store always retains the highest quality and fashion. Christmas time brings their beautiful and avant-garde window displays.
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Stop 6
St. Patrick's Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral in Midtown. It is the seat of the Archbishop of New York as well as a parish church. St Patrick opened its doors in 1879.
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Stop 7 · 30m
(Exterior Visit) Rockefeller Center is a large complex consisting of 19 commercial buildings. The holidays in NYC begin at Rockefeller Center. Whether it’s a visit to the iconic Christmas Tree, a skate on the ice at the Rink, or exploring attractions and fun things to do, there’s a magic here that can’t be denied.
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Stop 8
Shop the best designer clothing arrivals at Saks Fifth Avenue. During the Christmas season, they offer some of the most breathtaking decorations and window displays.
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Stop 9 · 30m
The European-inspired open-air market curated by Urbanspace features artisans from New York City and around the world. Located along Bryant Park’s allées, plazas, and terraces, the Shops are housed in custom-designed, "jewel box" kiosks. Enjoy local crafts, artisan provisions, and exquisite gifts from around the world.
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Stop 10 · 30m
Grand Central Terminal's Vanderbilt Hall hosts this enduring holiday market, where booths featuring artisans, jewelers & home goods vendors draw shoppers beneath the iconic Beaux Arts chandeliers.
Meeting point
Meet your guide at the MAIN ENTRANCE of the Shops at Columbus Circle, located at 10 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the New York City Christmas Holiday Lights and Markets Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 4h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $59 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Christmas Cottage, the oldest Christmas Shop in New York City; The famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and Skating rink; Professional guide; Magnificent window displays at big department stores; New York’s traditional Christmas markets; Optional traditional Christmas food and warm drinks.
Where does it start?
Meet your guide at the MAIN ENTRANCE of the Shops at Columbus Circle, located at 10 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 62 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
