Ultimate NYC Christmas Lights At Night Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Explore the amazing NYC holiday lights like the locals do - late at night!
- Walk the city streets and learn the history of iconic shops like Macy's.
- Feel the holiday warmth and excitement - NYC comes alive at Christmas time.
- Capture photos of all the sparkly lights of the iconic fashion houses of 5th Avenue!
Your guides:
Daria, a 20+ year New Yorker who has a history of working on displays for Tiffany, Ralph Lauren & Macy's!
Rebecca, a 20+ year New Yorker who loves karaoke & recommending the best foodie spots!
Capture stunning photos and enjoy the atmosphere while visiting highlights like the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, Saks 5th Avenue, and Macy's Herald Square. New York is absolutely magical at Christmastime!
Please Note: This tour is a good bit of outdoor walking - and it's worth the sights you'll see, we promise!! Wear good, comfy shoes and dress warmly.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers who have health issues around bright/flashing lights
What To Expect
Macy's Herald Square
We'll talk about the incredible history of Macy's and see their animatronic holiday windows, then drop inside quickly to experience the country's only still-existing wooden escalator, and to use the restrooms before our experience.
Bryant Park
The Bryant Park Holiday Market is an amazing spot to see the Christmas spirit of NYC - you'll have 30 minutes of time to explore and pursue local vendors!
Options
Daytime Christmas Lights Tour
Daytime Christmas Tour: The same tour, but for folks who might wanna catch an evening show afterwards!
Ultimate NYC Christmas Lights At Night Walking Tour
What‘s Included
Licensed & Certified NYC Tour Guide
Many amazing sights!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
27 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rebecca my guide was very...
Brian,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rebecca my guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I was the only person who booked so received a personalized tour. She even bought my a hot chocolate which was a nice touch.
Best holiday experience!
E9121TKalexandras,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As a New York City native I was BLOWN AWAY by all the gems Daria shared on the tour! I tend to avoid midtown Manhattan during the holidays but this tour piqued my interest and I’m glad I booked. We did lots of walking but Daria kept it entertaining, lively, and as bright as the lights on display!
Flexible and Fun Walking Tour!
sasvir,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic NYC walking tour! Our guide was flexible, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable, tailoring the experience to our interests while keeping the pace relaxed and engaging. It felt less like a tour and more like exploring the city with a friend. Highly recommend for anyone wanting an enjoyable and personalized way to see NYC.
Christmas window decorations and lights display.
sandusky19,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did this tour on a Tuesday night after Christmas. It was cold but we dressed warmly so it was good. We ended up being only two on the tour. Daria was an excellent leader on this tour. She knew exactly where to go to see everything we wanted to. She gave us a lot of information about all we saw. Well worth the time and walk. Very enjoyable.
Wonderful holiday experience
Freedom568481,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful tour of all the holiday sites in midtown Manhattan. I learnt information about each stop you’d never learn elsewhere. Recommend, even for locals! Hot chocolate was a nice touch.
New York City at Night
Ruby M,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great walking tour experience. Our guide, Daria, was very knowledgeable and made our evening walk very enjoyable.
Daria's tour sleigh-s!
MeriH N,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent and joyous way to see the best and New Yorkiest holiday things! A perfect length. A perfect guide. Daria's background in the holiday window world gave such a unique angle on the iconic windows, and the little stories about the NY Public Library, Salvador Dali, and Bryant Park were like little Christmas bedtime stories. Loved it. No better way to go see the things you want to see. Highly recommend!
A Magical Christmas Lights Tour
wuhtz,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Christmas Lights tour in NYC with Daria and honestly loved it. We are locals and still found it incredibly enjoyable and well put together. The route covered all the big highlights like the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and the Saks Fifth Avenue light show, but what really stood out were the lesser known hidden gems we would never have thought to visit ourselves. Daria shared loads of stories and bits of history along the way that we genuinely did not know, which made the whole experience feel fresh even as New Yorkers. Daria was a fantastic guide. She was accommodating, kept the pace comfortable, and clearly cared about everyone having a good time. The little touches made a big difference too, with hot chocolate and disposable hand warmers provided, which were very much appreciated on a cold night. The tour runs for about 2 to 2.5 hours and you are outside the whole time, so our advice would be to wear as many layers as possible, especially if the weather is cold. Overall, an amazing experience and a solid 10/10. Would absolutely recommend this tour, whether you are visiting NYC or already live here.
Great tour!
Gwen M,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was very good. Daria was well informed about the history of the stores that we toured. We toured all the sites that was on the itinerary. I was do the tour again.
Wonderful NYC Holiday Tour!
Nancy K,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rebecca was a wonderful Tour Guide! She was very knowledgeable and shared the history and background of many of the sights. We spent two and a half hours delighting in the holiday lights, the Rockefeller Center tree and fantastical shop windows! She timed it perfectly so that we could enjoy the Saks light show set to music in its entirety. We enjoyed a half hour browsing the very charming Bryant Park market and purchased some great Christmas gifts. I would highly recommend this Tour to any visitor looking to experience the holiday magic of NYC at night.
Related Experiences
Operated by Strange & Unusual NYC Tours