Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in New York (Updated 2026)

New York, USA
Niagara Falls E-Bike Tour Beyond the Falls Hidden History Stories

Join our Niagara Falls e-bike adventure and uncover the sometimes grim but always fascinating hidden history of the Falls. Explore the untold stories that shaped …More

Join our Niagara Falls e-bike adventure and uncover the sometimes grim but always fascinating hidden history of the Falls. Explore the untold stories that shaped...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$79
NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan & Brooklyn

Experience Manhattan from a breathtaking new perspective on a 25-30 minute NYC helicopter tour with HeliNY! Your helicopter ride will lift off from downtown Manhattan …More

Experience Manhattan from a breathtaking new perspective on a 25-30 minute NYC helicopter tour with HeliNY! Your helicopter ride will lift off from downtown Manhattan...

25 to 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$449
Hudson Yards the High Line and the New Vessel

The High Line is a 1.45-mile-long elevated park, greenway built on a historic, elevated freight line. The High Line is a public park programmed, maintained, …More

The High Line is a 1.45-mile-long elevated park, greenway built on a historic, elevated freight line. The High Line is a public park programmed, maintained,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$100
NYC Horse Carriage Ride in Central Park (50 Min. Up to 4 Adults)

Embark on a delightful horse-drawn carriage journey through the scenic landscapes of Central Park and New York City. This approximately 50-minute ride covers a charming …More

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Embark on a delightful horse-drawn carriage journey through the scenic landscapes of Central Park and New York City. This approximately 50-minute ride covers a charming...

50 minutes Free Cancellation
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$230
East Village Haunted Manhattan tour

Haunted Manhattan offers the most accurate—and FUN—ghost tours in the city! On our East Village tour, a secret underworld of ghosts and ghouls reveals itself …More

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Haunted Manhattan offers the most accurate—and FUN—ghost tours in the city! On our East Village tour, a secret underworld of ghosts and ghouls reveals itself...

1 hour 40 minutes Free Cancellation
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$35
The Central Park Grand Horse Carriage Tour (60 Min)

Experience a deeper and more relaxing journey through Central Park on a fully guided horse carriage ride covering some of the park’s most famous landmarks, …More

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Experience a deeper and more relaxing journey through Central Park on a fully guided horse carriage ride covering some of the park’s most famous landmarks,...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$265
New York City Sunset Sail to the Statue of Liberty

Experience a sunset from New York Harbor and enjoy sweeping views of Manhattan's skyline, parts of Brooklyn and Jersey City from Schooner America. This classic …More

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Experience a sunset from New York Harbor and enjoy sweeping views of Manhattan's skyline, parts of Brooklyn and Jersey City from Schooner America. This classic...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$90
Brooklyn Bridge Waterfront Guided Bike Tour

We'll see Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Bridge Park and the DUMBO warehouse district. After a quick tour of City Hall area, we roll over …More

We'll see Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn Bridge Park and the DUMBO warehouse district. After a quick tour of City Hall area, we roll over...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
Harlem guided tour in French

Through this French tour of Harlem, you will dive into the heart of a district steeped in history that has crystallized the hopes of social …More

Through this French tour of Harlem, you will dive into the heart of a district steeped in history that has crystallized the hopes of social...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$62
Made in Brooklyn Tour

Made in Brooklyn Tours® are award-winning walking tours with a Made in Brooklyn theme. They blend Brooklyn's distinguished history with visits to creative people and …More

Made in Brooklyn Tours® are award-winning walking tours with a Made in Brooklyn theme. They blend Brooklyn's distinguished history with visits to creative people and...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$65
The Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York City

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 …More

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...

18 to 20 minutes Free Cancellation
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$305
Lower East Side, Chinatown and Little Italy Food Tour

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culinary traditions of the Lower East Side. Explore authentic flavors from Chinatown, Little Italy, and more, celebrating New …More

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culinary traditions of the Lower East Side. Explore authentic flavors from Chinatown, Little Italy, and more, celebrating New...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$94
The Beers and Burgers Crawl

Can’t decide between a bar crawl and a food tour whilst you’re in New York? Then why not join an experience that does both! On …More

Can’t decide between a bar crawl and a food tour whilst you’re in New York? Then why not join an experience that does both! On...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$75
New York City Night Tour, Bridges and Bahia

During our night tour of New York, we will take you to the most iconic destinations and show you the true essence of the city …More

During our night tour of New York, we will take you to the most iconic destinations and show you the true essence of the city...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$59
3 Hour Session at Williamsburg's Adventure Park Area 53

Adventure Park is perfect for the whole family! Our Ropes Course, Zip Line, and many other activities are unforgettable for all those who visit us! …More

Adventure Park is perfect for the whole family! Our Ropes Course, Zip Line, and many other activities are unforgettable for all those who visit us!...

3 hours
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$42
Catskills Scenic Byway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Explore the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway with this self-guided tour. Only two hours from New York City, this 52-mile journey along State Route 28 takes …More

Explore the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway with this self-guided tour. Only two hours from New York City, this 52-mile journey along State Route 28 takes...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$14
New York Private Airport Transfer to City Center

We have over 6 years of experience with a 4.8-star review rating. Our reliable airport taxi service, airport shuttle service, private transportation, and ground transportation …More

We have over 6 years of experience with a 4.8-star review rating. Our reliable airport taxi service, airport shuttle service, private transportation, and ground transportation...

30 to 90 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$41
Lively Lake George Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to …More

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$29
Washington D.C., Niagara Falls & Philadelphia 3-Day Tour from NYC

Cover a lot of the East Coast in three days on this small-group escape from New York, blending American history with natural spectacle. Day one …More

Cover a lot of the East Coast in three days on this small-group escape from New York, blending American history with natural spectacle. Day one...

3 days Free Cancellation
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$282
Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

Skip the line and immerse yourself in the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a tour that showcases its most iconic masterpieces in just two hours. …More

Skip the line and immerse yourself in the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a tour that showcases its most iconic masterpieces in just two hours....

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$59
NYC Iconic Sights and Skyline Views with SUMMIT Ticket Option

See Midtown Manhattan through its most iconic landmarks and fascinating stories on this engaging guided walking tour. Start near the New York Public Library and …More

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See Midtown Manhattan through its most iconic landmarks and fascinating stories on this engaging guided walking tour. Start near the New York Public Library and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
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$39
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