Experience Christmas in New York on a festive holiday lights tour. See the Rockefeller Center tree, Fifth Avenue’s dazzling displays, Times Square, and more iconic holiday landmarks

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Celebrate the holiday season in style with a magical Christmas lights tour of New York City. Discover the sparkle of Midtown Manhattan as you explore dazzling displays, festive markets, and world-famous landmarks, all beautifully decorated for Christmas.
Your tour begins in Times Square, where the energy of New York comes alive under glowing billboards and colorful holiday decorations. This is the perfect place to start your festive journey and feel the excitement of Christmas in the city.
Continue to Herald Square, home of the legendary Macy’s Department Store. Macy’s Christmas windows are one of the city’s most cherished traditions, featuring whimsical, animated holiday scenes that have delighted visitors for over a century.
Next, visit the Bryant Park Winter Village, transformed into a winter wonderland with a twinkling Christmas tree, charming holiday market, and skating rink surrounded by sparkling lights. It’s a cozy and picturesque stop for photos.
Ride or stroll past the magnificent Empire State Building, glowing in red and green during the holiday season. Capture this iconic skyscraper illuminated in festive colors, a true highlight of New York’s Christmas skyline.
Your guide will then lead you along Fifth Avenue, famous for its extravagant holiday window displays and light shows. Admire the breathtaking light show at Saks Fifth Avenue and the elegant displays at Tiffany & Co., Cartier, and Bergdorf Goodman — each more spectacular than the last.
Finally, end your tour at the most iconic holiday landmark of all: the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Towering over the ice-skating rink and adorned with more than 50,000 sparkling lights, the tree is the ultimate symbol of Christmas in New York. Your guide will make sure you have time to enjoy and capture this unforgettable holiday moment.
Throughout the tour, enjoy festive commentary, fun holiday trivia, and insider stories that bring New York’s Christmas traditions to life. This experience is perfect for couples, families, and friends looking to create magical memories during the most wonderful time of the year.

Feel the magic of the holiday season in New York City on a guided tour
See the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and skate on the ice rink
Admire the holiday lights and window displays on Fifth Avenue
Experience the Radio City Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall
Visit the Winter Village at Bryant Park and browse the holiday shops

Includes:
Guided tour of Midtown’s Christmas lights and landmarks
Visit to Rockefeller Center and the famous Christmas tree
Stroll down Fifth Avenue to see holiday window displays
Experience the Radio City Christmas Spectacular (tickets not included)
Explore Bryant Park’s Winter Village
Tips
Radio City Christmas Spectacular tickets
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

 

 

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