Coming to New York City for a vacation, business meeting or
trade show, and want to get the most out of your visit? The city's
offerings are so vast that even long-time residents admit they
haven't seen it all. Okay, so maybe it's not possible to absorb
every part of this great city in a single trip. But you can
thoroughly enjoy a few small bites...if you know the right people.
Whether it's catching a double-decker bus to see the classic
sights that make New York famous, or exploring the roads less
traveled on foot for more obscure treasures, there's a tour that's
perfect for you or your group.
CLASSIC SIGHTSEEING
Gray Line New York Tours (212/397-2620), one of the largest
sightseeing companies in the city, now offers multi-lingual tours
(in French, German, Italian or Spanish) departing four times daily
on double-decker buses from the Port Authority Bus Terminal at
42nd St. between Eighth and Ninth Aves. Clients can choose from
separate uptown or downtown tours, as well as the "Grand
Tour," an up and down combination with ample photo ops at
notable sights.
Manhattan Passport (212/861-2746), which works exclusively
with groups, stands out for its behind-the-scenes looks at New
York City institutions such as Broadway, the Waldorf, the art and
fashion worlds, and auction houses. The company customizes tours
to fit the group's interests, from discount shopping to Victorian
New York and the city's medieval treasures. General interest tours
include a tip-to-toe tour of Manhattan and a fascinating one of
all five boroughs.
