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Things to do Essential Manhattan Free Tour with a New Yorker

A Sane Person's Guide to Midtown Manhattan: famous theaters, historic buildings, and vibrant plazas—without feeling overwhelmed. Uncover the secrets of mastering "New York Local Zen" amidst the bustling energy of Times Square, Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Radio City Music Hall, and Schubert Alley. With over 33 years of experience as a New Yorker, I’ll share insights into Broadway shows, local anecdotes, and practical tips to help you soak in the magic of the city without the stress. This is not a history lecture packed with dates and figures. Instead, it's a lively journey through midtown, blending its story with mine, showing you how locals stay calm in the busiest city in the world. Two secrets: caffeine and laughter. Please note: I speak English only. Join me for an unforgettable, relaxed adventure through the heart of NYC!

Included

Radio City Music Hall

One Shubert Alley

Times Square

Booth Theatre

Rockefeller Center

The Rink At Rockefeller Center

The Channel Gardens

Lilholts Pooley Pool

Saks Fifth Avenue

Mini Plexiglass Waterfall Tunnel

Father Duffy Square

FAO Schwarz

TKTS Times Square

St Patrick's Cathedral

Meeting point

Near the Booth Theater

Reviews (28)

2025-12-04 23:00:23

“A Tour with Chris”

I enjoyed my tour very much. Chris had a lot of useful and interesting info. He was both knowledgeable and funny. Thank you Chris

Or Taubin (English)

2025-08-09 18:13:50

“An interesting tour by a new yorker”

Chris was an excellent guide, both entertaining and knowledgeable. The tour was fast moving and he covered more than I expected on a 2 hour walking tour. Highly recommended

Nigel Ramsden (English)

2025-08-08 03:39:38

“Great tour ”

Chris was so nice, loved the tour and all his information! Thank you Chris!

Jamie Haines (English)

2025-07-23 20:46:39

“Great Intro”

Chris was very personable and knowledgeable. This is a great overview and hit the highlights of Times Square, Broadway, Rockefeller Center and St Patrick. Enjoyed it!

Kelly Dauk (English)

2025-05-29 11:42:35

“Fantastic tour of Manhattan”

Brilliant tour by Chris, excellent knowledge and advice which set us up for the rest of our time in NYC.

Brendan Foley (English)

2025-05-28 18:35:55

“Unforgettable Manhattan walking tour experience ”

We enjoyed the Essential Manhattan walking tour and give it 5 stars. Our guide’s knowledge and engaging delivery made the experience informative and enjoyable. We highly recommend this tour for an authentic Manhattan experience!

Leah priest (English)

2025-05-28 17:12:30

“Awesome tour”

A great combination of the history and current status surrounding the theater district, Times Square, Rockefeller Center and midtown, Manhattan. Very knowledgeable with the perspective of somebody who lives here. Entertaining with some unique sites in the area.

Annette Jenkins (English)

2025-05-22 07:51:16

“Entertaining Tour”

Chris was very entertaining and took us to some unknown spots. This tour is more about how the city is today and how it got so far. No boring historic year marks, but funny and interesting anecdotes seen from a different point of view. Even my 14 year old loved the tour! If you are looking for more historic facts and want to see the most known spots in NY, you might better book an other tour. We were very happy having Chris as our guide.

Rosa Schneier (English)

2025-05-12 17:44:15

“Manhattan tour with Chris”

Christ is a nice and humorous person and gives helpfull information. Would absolutely recommend the tour.

Tobias Bock (English)

2025-04-28 17:03:52

“it was a good tour with good tips for future traveling in the ci”

it was a good trip,the guide was very good

anna (English)

2025-04-18 11:32:33

“Tour wasn't what I was looking for”

Chris was very friendly, but the 1.5 hour tour had very little factual historical substance. He did share some interesting anecdotes but it didn't even scratch the surface, so we walked away feeling uninformed about Manhattan.

Terri (English)

2025-03-31 09:56:41

“Brilliant guide ”

We arrived with Chris to find we were the only participants which was a great start. Nice exchange about us before we started and quickly realised that Chris was going to be very entertaining. The tour was both very informative and extremely enjoyable. Great amount of facts we were unaware of previously. I would highly recommend Chris. Will definitely book next time we are in NYC.

Conor Brown (English)

2025-03-21 17:30:59

“Essential New York”

Magnificant

Sylvia Krush (Spanish)

2025-02-25 20:13:07

“Great guide! ”

Chris was very friendly and knowledgeable about the city. I lived how he tailored parts of the tour to match our family interests too! Would definitely recommend.

Amy Griffiths (English)

2025-02-20 00:28:48

“Perfect”

Chris was a Perfect Guide!

Hedwig Eichler (English)

2025-02-06 17:00:22

“Best tour for your first, last, or anyday in New York”

Great guide, passionate about the city, fun and energetic Its my 4th free walking tour in NYC and this one was definitely special Do this tour!

vera akhmetshin (English)

2024-12-31 12:39:36

“A great NYC tour with a true New Yorker ”

Chris was an amazing tour guide. He is knowledgeable, funny and friendly. He guided us through this amazing city and the crowds of the holidays season. We visited great places and we learned so much about them with nice tips or facts that only New Yorkers know. I would highly recommend picking this tour with Chris. It's a relatively small group, it's fun and a great way to enjoy and discover NYC!

Fab (English)

2024-12-04 23:36:05

“fantasric guide”

Christopher is an amazing tourguide, knows the subject matter inside out and had an eloquent and amusing way of delivery. I highly recommendhim to everybody and will personally recommend him to all my friends.

Tamar Karni (English)

2024-11-08 00:47:43

“Charismatic, amazing tour ”

Chris was such a funny, charismatic and friendly tour guide. I really enjoyed the tour with him. It was filled with little, funny random facts and side story’s and also important history. It’s exactly what I am looking for in a free walking tour!

Teresa G. (English)

2024-10-19 00:25:18

“Sympathisch und authentisch ”

Chris war ein toller Guide und hat seine Tour abwechslungsreich und informativ gestaltet. Es gab tolle Hinweise und spannende Geschichten. Toll und auf jeden Fall eine gute Zeit.

Carina (German)

2024-10-09 19:11:39

“First day in NY”

We started our NY vacation with a guided tour carried ot by Chris. This was one of the best decisions we made in NY. Chris was so kind and had a great sense of humor. Both my wife, myself and our two kids was impressed with how easy to connect with Chris. Chris had great knowledge about the city, the people living here, the theatre scene and much more We highly recommend the tour and especially Chris.

Bjarne Mikladal (English)

2024-10-07 17:51:01

“Easy going tour in friendly atmosphere ”

We really like it, it was easy to follow up. Definitely would recommend. And if you are show or theatre lower

Enisa (English)

2024-10-03 23:19:21

“Tour of NYC”

Everywhere I go with my friends we try to find free walking tours. We took the tour with Chris and it was great. He really tried and succeed in making connection with our group. He gave us great insight in midtown Manhattan and in the end even helped us to find the right subway. If you thinking about the tour, take it! Free tours are awesome (little hint, tour guides have to be good if they want to get more money)

Primo (English)

2024-10-03 21:33:16

“Interesting tour on Manhattan”

Chris did well. He is enthusiastic about his mission

Roger Johansson (English)

2024-09-17 21:30:52

“Excellent tour and guide”

We were lucky enough to have Chris as our tour guide today & even luckier that we had him all to ourselves! He brought the midtown theatre area to life & was full of helpful tips & fun facts that made the whole tour thoroughly entertaining & enjoyable. Highly recommend the tour - especially if Chris is your guide.

Janet Kearns (English)

2024-09-13 13:05:47

“Informative and fun day with Chris!”

Chris covered a lot of interesting and fun facts about New York! Would definitely recommend his tour.

Theresa Mooney (English)

2024-09-07 17:38:57

“Wonderful trip”

Very interesting trip.Very goog guide. Thank you

rachel gabizon (English)

2024-08-30 02:55:27

“Very nice tour”

Christopher was extremely prepared and nice. He gave me the tour even if I was the only person. He showed me the city on my very first day here. Exactly as the description said!

Anna (English)

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