By Virginia Franco
Sightseeing Tours in New York City
City is home to some dozen tour companies that give tourists around the globe the chance to see the countless sights of the Big Apple. Most tours include a knowledgeable guide that knows interesting tidbits about the city, it's history, and it's nuances. All hit the major highlights, including Times Square, the Empire State Building, Wall Street, and the Statue of Liberty. Many tours offer specialized options, from "shopping hot spots" to the "Brooklyn Loop." Three New York City sightseeing tours stand out for the unique way in which they showcase this incredible city.
New York City Ducks
The unforgettable New York City Duck Tour gives you a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience riding in a unique half-boat, half-bus amphibious vehicles. The hilarious duck guide starts out on land and then drives the vehicle right into the water for a first-hand view of the skyline from the Hudson River. The tour also includes a visit to the NYC Ducks Theater for a motion simulated recreation of Henry Hudson's voyage across the Atlantic. Available all summer long, 75 minute Duck Tour fares start at $19 for adults.
NYC Ducks
49 W. 45th Street
New York, NY 10036
(888) 8-DUCKS-0
www.coachusa.com
Gray Line New York
Veteran sightseeing company Gray Line New York has been in business for over 80 years. The company offers tours via double decker, motorcoach, boat and a combination of these. Gray Line features numerous tours that allow you to see sights by day or night, and even offer tours that let you hop on and off at your convenience. Tours are multilingual, and cost approximately $90 for a hop-on and off tour, and as little as $40 for a two-hour tour.
Gray Line New York Sightseeing
49 W. 45th Street
New York, NY 10036
(212) 445-0848
www.newyorksightseeing.com
On Location Tours
Tour your favorite TV and movie haunts with On Location Tours, the only sightseeing company that takes you to locales where shows like "Sex and the City", "the Sopranos" and other NYC spots where famous TV and movies were shot. Tours range in costs between $18 to $43 and are even available with foreign language guides.
On Location Tours
347 5th Ave # 602
New York, NY 10016
(212) 683-2027
www.screentours.com
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About the Author:
Based in Charlotte, N.C., Virginia Franco has more than 15 years experience freelance writing. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including the education magazine "My School Rocks" and Work.com. Franco has a master's degree in social work with an emphasis in health care from the University of Maryland and a journalism degree from the University of Richmond.
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