The holidays truly are the most wonderful time of the year in NYC, and this guided walk will help you experience the best of the holiday windows and delightful decorations in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, with a focus on the artists and creatives that make it all happen. Join us to experience the best of the Holiday window displays, including Saks Fifth Ave and Bergdorf Goodman, while also learning about their history and the artists who make them come to life. You'll get to bask in the glow of the world-famous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and marvel at the dazzling display of lights and decorations that adorn the buildings all along 5th Ave, with a few surprises you might not find on your own. This insightful, art-full tour is sure to help shake off any winter blues and get you into the holiday spirit. It is great for locals and visitors alike and also can be tailored for private groups. A great team-building outing or alternative to a holiday party!
Explore Downtown Pensacola during a fun segway tour
A guide teaches you about the history of the city as you visit landmarks
Choose from a morning or two different afternoon times when booking
An easy-to-find starting spot makes for a simple start
What To Expect
Bergdorf Goodman
These holiday windows are the creme de la creme of NYC window displays – you will learn about this year’s theme and the hours of work that goes into designing and creating these masterpieces.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bloomingdale’s
Bloomingdale’s has gone above and beyond with their holiday displays this year. We’re take a look at some of their displays past and present and learn more about this year’s theme.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Christmas Cottage
One of the oldest Christmas stores in NYC – complete with holiday ornaments galore!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rockefeller Center
No holiday visit to NYC is complete without a visit to the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and skating rink. We won’t go out on the ice but will learn more about the origins of this holiday tradition.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
The Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral is the original Cathedral of the Archdiocese of New York. Since its construction 200 years ago on the corner of Mott and Prince, it has stood as the heart of old New York; a beacon for the Catholic faithful and an American symbol of religious freedom. And the holidays are the best time to experience it full of festive decor.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Saks Fifth Avenue
A beloved holiday tradition since 2004, the Saks Fifth Ave light show is made up of hundreds of thousands of LED lights synchronized to holiday music projected onto the side of its flagship store on 5th Avenue between 49th and 50th Streets. We will also experience their holiday window displays.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bryant Park
The Bryant Park Winter Village is a European-insured holiday market featuring over 170 vendors, positioned around a 17,000-square-foot ice-skating rink. I’ll point out a few of my favorites and can reserve you time a time to skate after the tour is over. Skating is free, though you have to pay for rentals.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Include
Snacks