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One of the most esteemed institutes of higher learning in the United States, Columbia was established in 1754 as King’s College. Today, the Ivy League university continues to be celebrated for its academic reputation and striking architecture. And if the campus looks familiar, you may have seen it in a Hollywood blockbuster or two.
116th St & Broadway, New York City, New York, 10027
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New York Helicopter Tour: City Lights Skyline Experience
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See the sights of New York City from up in the air on this nighttime helicopter tour of the city. Take off, and soar over the NYC as you take in aerial views of some of the most famous sights. See the Statue of Liberty, the Rockefeller Center, and Times Square all lit up, and then pass over the George Washington Bridge. This adventure is a shared experience with other travelers.
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$274.00
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$274.00

New York Helicopter Tour: Ultimate Manhattan Sightseeing
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See New York City’s breathtaking skyline and the many iconic sights of the city on this helicopter flight. Soar over the Big Apple with an exclusive sightseeing tour of the Manhattan skyline and beyond, including the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center and Central Park, to name just a few, plus Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and much more. Then continue up the Hudson River to see even more of Manhattan. A variety of departure times are available throughout the day to fit into almost any schedule.
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$279.00
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Harlem Highlights Guided Bike Tour
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Explore the Manhattan neighborhood of Harlem on a leisurely bike tour with a guide who introduces you to area's historical and cultural sights. Cycle up to Croton Aqueduct Gate House, toward Striver's Row, past the Schomburg Center, and more. Gain insight into the rich and diverse history of the region from your guide as you pedal around.
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$48.99
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New York Helicopter Tour: Manhattan, Brooklyn and Staten Island
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See New York City’s breathtaking skyline and the many iconic sights of the city on this helicopter flight. Soar over the Big Apple with an exclusive sightseeing tour of the Manhattan skyline and beyond, including the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, and Central Park, to name just a few, plus Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and much more. Then continue to see Brooklyn, Staten Island and more. A variety of departure times are available throughout the day to fit into almost any schedule.
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$369.00
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Harlem Gospel Sunday Tour
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Experience the rich cultural legacy of Harlem and the soul-stilling rhythms of gospel on an immersive Sunday morning tour. Travel through the northern Manhattan neighborhood with a guide while learning about the history of the area and its landmarks like the Apollo Theater, Sugar Hill and Columbia University. Then, join a local Baptist congregation for a Sunday service featuring the exuberant vocals of a live gospel choir.
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$74.80
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New York Afternoon Fall Foliage Cruise
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Fall in New York City offers some of the most amazing views. Avoid the crowds and enjoy the sights from a 1920s style yacht during this cruise from Manhattan. Board your boat at Chelsea’s Pier 62, and grab a drink at the bar before setting sail on the Hudson River. Along the way, see landmarks like the George Washington Bridge and Palisades Park, and dive into a delicious complimentary lunch.
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$147.63
Price varies by group size
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Price varies by group size

New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Uptown
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Explore the best of Uptown New York City on this narrated, hop-on hop-off, double-decker bus tour. Visit many of Upper Manhattan’s top attractions and locations — like the historic neighborhood of Harlem, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Columbia University and the Apollo Theater, just to name a few. Select the day pass, then board at any of the stops and get to know the sights and sounds of Uptown Manhattan in customized fashion, with live onboard commentary from a professional tour conductor.
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$69.00
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Private Guided Tour Of The Upper West Side
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A guided tour through a couple of centuries of entertainment, criminal and general history.
The criminal and entertainment history of the area between the old Bloomingdale Road (Broadway) and Riverside Drive. Starting at the Cathedral Of Saint John The Devine (the largest gothic structure in the world) tour highlights include Humphrey Bogart's childhood home, the building that inspired the spooky building in the original Ghostbusters, buildings designed by famous New York architects. Former homes of Hollywood legends, legendary writers, legendary composers and even a couple of legendary criminals. See sites that played host to battles during the Revolutionary War, while George Washington escaped north in September 1776.
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$185.00
per group
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per group

The Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York City (17-20 Minutes)
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Get a bird's-eye view of the Big Apple and its boroughs during this scenic helicopter tour. Climb aboard your metal steed and soar over Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx during your flight. See more landmarks than you would if you were on foot including the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, and the Brooklyn Bridge.
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$259.00
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The Empire Helicopter Tour of New York (25-30 Minutes)
See the Big Apple’s most iconic landmarks and building up close on this popular helicopter tour of New York City, while taking off and landing out of Manhattan Heliport. This is a one-of-kind pilot narrated modern and historical tour.
As you soar above the city that never sleeps, take a look at all NYC has to offer. You’ll see attractions such as:
Statue of Liberty
Ellis Island
One World Trade Center
Chrysler Building
Empire State Building
Chelsea Piers
Times Square
The Intrepid
Central Park
Columbia University
Grant's Tomb
Yankee Stadium
(except on game days)
The Palisades
George Washington Bridge
Northern Tip of Manhattan
Verrazzano Bridge
Brooklyn
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$349.00
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$349.00

Electric Bike Tour of Central Park and NYC Landmarks
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Explore the best parts of New York City on a safe, guided route unlike any other! Our tour route encompasses all of Central Park and parts of Upper Manhattan allowing you to explore areas of the city that you wouldn’t be able to witness on any other tour. With the help of our Pedego electric bikes, you will be able to see so much of the city without breaking a sweat.
Experience some of the world’s finest landscape architecture and captivating views as you meander through the winding bike paths of Central Park. Not only will you be able to complete the famous loop around the park, but you will also encounter hidden gems packed within Upper Manhattan.
Breeze along the banks of the Hudson River as you set your sights on the George Washington Bridge, and uncover mesmerizing monuments such as Grant’s Tomb and the Cathedral of Saint John the Divine. This tour is sure to be a highlight of your trip to NYC which is why our guides will be sure to snap photos of your journey to take home.
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$79.00
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$79.00

Half Day Harlem Tour and Gospel Concert by a famous choir
This tour is unique because you will visit Harlem with a tour set up by a local tour guide who has lived here and made this tour extremely interesting on all the sites we will take you to feel like a local New Yorker. Let' s show the real Harlem! Then we will finish at a Church we booked for you and your guests for a 1 hour concert of a gospel choir who has been featured in many movies, television show, ads and music video! This tour only happens every Saturday because we are able to get this amazing choir on this day. This is not a mass service but a concert so join us for this amazing and historic tour that you will not forget!
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$95.00
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