Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in New York (Updated 2026)

New York, USA
Private Wall Street Walking Tour Lower Manhattan and 911 Memorial

Explore Wall Street, Lower Manhattan, and New York’s Financial District on a private walking tour designed exclusively for your group. Led by a dedicated local …More

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Explore Wall Street, Lower Manhattan, and New York’s Financial District on a private walking tour designed exclusively for your group. Led by a dedicated local...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$349
Private Luxury Tour of Manhattan With Transportation

Most visitors see New York. They check off landmarks, take photos, and leave. This experience takes you deeper: six hours with a guide whose knowledge …More

Most visitors see New York. They check off landmarks, take photos, and leave. This experience takes you deeper: six hours with a guide whose knowledge...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$1,999
New York City Private and Customized Tour by SUV

All New York Customized Private Tours provides you with the experience of a lifetime with the hop on /hop off suv/van tour. Surround yourself with …More

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All New York Customized Private Tours provides you with the experience of a lifetime with the hop on /hop off suv/van tour. Surround yourself with...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$2,100
Central Park Private Horse and Carriage Tour

An old-fashioned carriage tour through Central Park is a unique way to enjoy NYC for first-time visitors, frequent travelers, and even local residents. Whether you …More

An old-fashioned carriage tour through Central Park is a unique way to enjoy NYC for first-time visitors, frequent travelers, and even local residents. Whether you...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (96)
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$250
NYC Empire State Building Sunrise Experience + Starbucks Reserve

Experience the awakening of the Empire State Building and New York City. An unforgettable treat, this sunrise experience is a must see for any visitor …More

Experience the awakening of the Empire State Building and New York City. An unforgettable treat, this sunrise experience is a must see for any visitor...

45 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
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$147
Harlem Gospel and Brunch Guided Tour

Experience the vibrant community of Harlem and the soulful sounds of black gospel music on our Sunday Gospel and Brunch Tour. Starting at the legendary …More

Experience the vibrant community of Harlem and the soulful sounds of black gospel music on our Sunday Gospel and Brunch Tour. Starting at the legendary...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$120
Times Square, Hell's Kitchen Food Tour, and Central Park Stroll

You'll experience our Times Square Walking Tour, Hell's Kitchen Food Tour, and our Central Park Walking Tour in this one amazing experience! How and why …More

You'll experience our Times Square Walking Tour, Hell's Kitchen Food Tour, and our Central Park Walking Tour in this one amazing experience! How and why...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$185
Explore the Ruins of a Forgotten City in the Middle of Manhattan

This 2-3 hour guided walking tour around Madison Square Park seeks out what's left to be found of the Gilded Age city. On this tour …More

This 2-3 hour guided walking tour around Madison Square Park seeks out what's left to be found of the Gilded Age city. On this tour...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Central Park Highlights Running Tour

It is time to cross "Running Through Central Park" off your bucket list!! This is 4.6-mile (approximately 7.4 km) tour through the lower section of …More

It is time to cross "Running Through Central Park" off your bucket list!! This is 4.6-mile (approximately 7.4 km) tour through the lower section of...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation
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$49
Central Park New York - Exclusive Guided Walking Tour

Probably the only urban park that needs no introduction, Central Park is as important to movies and TV shows as it is to real New …More

Probably the only urban park that needs no introduction, Central Park is as important to movies and TV shows as it is to real New...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$43
New York City Live Jazz Sail

Step aboard 105-foot Schooner America 2.0, a modern tribute to the first boat that won the America's Cup in 1851, for a 2-hour sail around …More

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Step aboard 105-foot Schooner America 2.0, a modern tribute to the first boat that won the America's Cup in 1851, for a 2-hour sail around...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$134
NYC After-Dark Photography Tour

This 2.5-hour intermediate photo tour takes place mostly at Times Square. Your expert guide will help you understand issues related to taking pictures in low …More

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This 2.5-hour intermediate photo tour takes place mostly at Times Square. Your expert guide will help you understand issues related to taking pictures in low...

4 hours Free Cancellation
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$150
Private 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour with Optional One World Observatory

Take a 1.5-hour walking tour of Ground Zero and the National September 11 Memorial, and gain insight into the September 11 attacks on the World …More

Take a 1.5-hour walking tour of Ground Zero and the National September 11 Memorial, and gain insight into the September 11 attacks on the World...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$45
High Line, Greenwich Village Food, and Historical Downtown Tour

You'll experience our High Line Walking Tour, Greenwich Village Food Tour, and Historic Downtown Tour to create one amazing experience. This 5.5-hour tour first covers …More

You'll experience our High Line Walking Tour, Greenwich Village Food Tour, and Historic Downtown Tour to create one amazing experience. This 5.5-hour tour first covers...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$185
Private Transfer from Buffalo Intl, Airport (BUF) to Niagara Falls Canada

Our airport transportation utilizes an upscale private vehicle exclusive to your group, and provides door-to-door, direct, non-stop service. We care about providing hassle free transportation …More

Our airport transportation utilizes an upscale private vehicle exclusive to your group, and provides door-to-door, direct, non-stop service. We care about providing hassle free transportation...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$32
Photo sessions in New York with a French-speaking photographer

DE Johnny, a professional photographer who has lived in New York since 2011 and covers exceptional media, sports and cultural events such as Fashion Week, …More

DE Johnny, a professional photographer who has lived in New York since 2011 and covers exceptional media, sports and cultural events such as Fashion Week,...

1 to 2 hours Free Cancellation
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$191
Discover Hidden Subway Secrets Below Manhattan - Private

We will be exploring the busiest rapid transit system in the Western world! Highlights: • Uncover abandoned stations hidden in plain sight, including the famous …More

We will be exploring the busiest rapid transit system in the Western world! Highlights: • Uncover abandoned stations hidden in plain sight, including the famous...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$225
Italian Dinner with Tiramisu Finale in NYC

Everyone loves to eat Italian food, but learning how to cook it from scratch is just as much fun! Who better to teach you and …More

Everyone loves to eat Italian food, but learning how to cook it from scratch is just as much fun! Who better to teach you and...

3 hours
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$120
AIANY Climate Change Tour in New York

The best way to understand the many facets of climate change in New York City is by traveling along its waterways! Step aboard a classic …More

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The best way to understand the many facets of climate change in New York City is by traveling along its waterways! Step aboard a classic...

2 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$102
Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Private Guided Walking Tour

- See the footprint of the largest single residence ever built in Manhattan - Take in outrageous stories of Gilded Age wealth, architecture, and art …More

- See the footprint of the largest single residence ever built in Manhattan - Take in outrageous stories of Gilded Age wealth, architecture, and art...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Sips in the City: A NYC Night Out with Live Music & a Rooftop Bar

Your NYC night out starts here! Come solo, bring friends, or make it a date night. Join a fun-loving group and local host for Sips …More

Your NYC night out starts here! Come solo, bring friends, or make it a date night. Join a fun-loving group and local host for Sips...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$29
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