Private Tour
Christmas Light Private Carriage Ride New York City
Overview
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Experience the magic of New York City's Christmas Lights in a truly unique way with our Christmas Lights Special Horse Carriage Ride. Celebrate the holiday season like never before as you embark on a captivating journey through the twinkling lights and festive displays of Saks Fifth Avenue and the iconic Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree.
Set off in Central Park South, soaking in the warm glow of the holiday lights that illuminate the New York City. Continue along 5th Avenue, marveling at the sparkling decorations that adorn the famous landmarks along the way.
As you reach Rockefeller Center, let the majestic Christmas Tree fill you with joy and wonder. Immerse yourself in the fairy-tale ambiance as you witness the spectacular Saks Fifth Avenue Light Show. Feel the romance of the season as you ride in a charming, old-fashioned carriage, reminiscent of classic movies.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Maximum of 4 adults for each carriage. 2 kids under the age of 7 count as one adult.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Photos taken by the guide
Roof (for rain or sun, optional)
Blankets (during winter)
Licensed professional guide (licenses are authorized by New York City authorities)
All Fees and Taxes
Live customer service
Prices are per carriage, NOT per person. A carriage takes up to four adults.
Treats for the horses
Gratuities
What To Expect
he Plaza Hotel (also known as The Plaza) is a luxury hotel and condominium apartment building in Midtown Manhattan in New York City. It is located on the western side of Grand Army Plaza, after which it is named, just west of Fifth Avenue, and is between 58th Street and Central Park South (a.k.a. 59th Street), at the southeastern corner of Central Park. Its primary address is 768 Fifth Avenue, though the residential entrance is One Central Park South.
5 th Avenue
Marvel at the lights around 5th Avenue.
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Christmas Light Private Carriage Ride New York City
Reviews
36 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Must-do for Christmas occasion !
Q5226GXverag,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our Christmas Light Private Carriage Ride in NYC was absolutely magical! From the moment we hopped into the carriage, everything felt festive and special. The city lights were breathtaking, and seeing them from the comfort of a cozy carriage made the experience unforgettable. Our driver, Onur, truly made the ride exceptional. He was kind, friendly, and very knowledgeable—pointing out landmarks, sharing little stories, and making sure we had the best views for photos. You could tell he really cared about giving us a memorable evening. The blankets kept us warm, the carriage was beautiful, and the whole ride felt straight out of a holiday movie. It was the perfect mix of romance, relaxation, and holiday cheer. If you’re visiting NYC during the holidays, this is an absolute must-do. Huge thanks to Onur for making our night so wonderful—we couldn’t recommend this experience more!
Highly recommend!!!
dilo6216,
Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked this carriage ride for our family and it was absolutely wonderful! The kids couldn’t stop smiling, and we all felt very safe the entire time. The horse looked strong and well taken care of, which gave me peace of mind. The driver was not only kind but also shared fun facts about the park. We received the meeting location ahead of time so it was easy to find. Blankets kept us cozy and the driver even took some beautiful photos for us. Highly recommend!
Fun family experience!
S9325VJandrews,
Jan 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great ride, we all enjoyed it very much! The evening ride took in a lot of the sights and Central Park was amazing! Great job!
Great carriage ride.
Leslie V,
Jan 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Honor contacted us ahead of time to confirm meeting place which I appreciated. He had a heated blanket for us which was appreciated. He took some great photos for us and at the end he gave us some carrots to feed the horse. It was great. Plus he dropped us back at our hotel at the end.
Amazing time on Xmas eve
mmgervais1234,
Dec 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nasir was amazing! One of the best things we did while here. Loved our horse and we were able to get great photos! Thank you!
Festive Christmas Tour
Kari A,
Dec 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver (Nasir) was prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable about holiday traditions in and around our tour area.
Not what we paid for and not really a professional set up!
toddpR6689FV,
Dec 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The coach driver, Helio, was great but overall the ride was not what we expected. Definitely did not get the tour we paid for. Overall experience was not that professional, no kiosk or tent set up, had to text and call different people to verify ride was still happening. Would not pay to do this again!
Family vacation
almoore65,
Dec 15, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00You don't see any lights that you don't see on the way to your carriage. The guide was not interactive with customers. Was not worth the money. So disappointed
Bucket List ✅
Kristen H,
Dec 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Honor/Shadow were GREAT! We marked this off our bucket list!!! Riding down 5th, taking in all lights and ago or telling us all kinds of great information. PERFECT experience!
Overpriced
Brett S,
Dec 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
2.00Was 30 minutes. Got some good pictures and a bit of history but other than that it was extremely over priced.
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