--- title: Midtown Manhattan Guided Walking Tour Semi-Private 12ppl Max lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 50 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 30 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 32 of 71 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/midtown-manhattan-guided-walking-tour-semi-private-12ppl-max/ --- # Midtown Manhattan Guided Walking Tour Semi-Private 12ppl Max In our comparison: #32 of 71 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience Midtown Manhattan with NYC’s Best Guides! Dive into the vibrant heart of Midtown Manhattan with a 2.5 hour semi-private (12 Guest Maximum) guided walking tour. led by one of NYC’s top-rated guides. Explore iconic landmarks such as Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and the architectural marvels of 5th Avenue. This tour offers a seamless blend of architecture, history, culture, and creativity in the city that never sleeps. With expert storytelling and insider knowledge, this is a must-do experience for anyone looking to uncover the magic of Midtown Manhattan. ## Before you book - Meeting point: SW corner of Madison Avenue & East 26th… - Group size varies by option: max 8 from €50 · private from €235 - Starts 10:30, 14:00: 2 departures a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €50 per person for the SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. option; other options up to €235 - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 5.0/5 from 30 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Babylon Tours New York City - Group: Group size varies by option: max 8 from €50 · private from €235 - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:30, 14:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 5.0 from 30 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 30 of 30. - 5 stars: 30 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. | €50 / person | English | "Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS. | | UPGRADE AS PRIVATE TOUR | €235 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Private Guide Just For You: Private Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Duration 2 - 2.5 Hours; Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine | ## What's included - GROUP SIZE IS NEVER MORE THAN 12 GUESTS MAXIMUM - PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE - DURATION 2.5 HOURS - SEMI-PRIVATE WALKING TOUR - TOUR WILL RUN, RAIN OR SHINE ## Not included - Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi) - Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL) ## Itinerary 1. **Flatiron Building** (10m) - Moving on to the second half of your tour, you will see what is known as Flatiron Building, a triangular 22-story steel-framed landmarked building built in 1902. The building’s distinctive shape allows it to ill the wedge-shaped property located at the intersection of Fifth... 2. **Madison Square Park** (10m) - Next you will take a stroll through Madison Square Park, a true urban park nestled in the heart of Flatiron district. First opened to the public in May 1847, the park underwent a complete renewal in 2001 and today contains a dog run, playground and public installations by... 3. **MetLife Building** (10m) - Across from Madison Square Park you will see the Met Life Tower, officially known as the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower. Known to be the tallest building in the world from 1909 to 1913, it remains a landmark skyscraper in the city, known also for its impressive... 4. **General Worth Square** (10m) - Following, you will see what is known as the General William Jenkins Worth Memorial, a memorial obelisk which marks the burial site of Major General William Jenkins Worth. Dating to 1857, this site is the second oldest major monument in parks of New York. 5. **Marble Collegiate Church** (10m) - Next you will see the Marble Collegiate Church, one of the oldest continuous Protestant congregations in North America, founded in 1628. 6. **Tin Pan Alley** (10m) - Next you will visit Tin Pan Alley, a small section of West 28th Street between Broadway and Sixth Avenue. The place is synonymous with the golden age with American song writing, when Yew York was the world’s epicentre of composing, lyric writing and sheet music publishing. 7. **Empire State Building** (10m) - Afterwards you will see the infamous Empire State Building, a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper completed in 1931. Every year this landmark attracts numerous tourists. During your tour you will observe the exterior of the building and go into the interior lobby. 8. **Morgan Library** (10m) - Next you will visit the Morgan Library & Museum, a museum and research library founded to house the private library of J. P. Morgan in 1906. This building was designated a New York City landmark in 1966 and declared a National Historic Landmark later that same year. 9. **Bryant Park** (10m) - During your tour you will also visit Bryant Park, a privately managed public park, named to commemorate the Romantic poet, longtime editor of the New York Evening Post, and civil reformer, William Cullen Bryant in 1884. 10. **Library Way** (10m) - You will also walk along Library Way, a street leading to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, a building part of the New York Public Library. Along the way you will see bronze plaques imbedded in the sidewalk containing literary quotes, making this a delightful literary... 11. **New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building** (10m) - You will also walk along Library Way, a street leading to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, a building part of the New York Public Library. Along the way you will see bronze plaques imbedded in the sidewalk containing literary quotes, making this a delightful literary... 12. **Fifth Avenue** (10m) - You will also get to experience Fifth Avenue during your tour, a street considered one of the most expensive and elegant in the world. 13. **Chrysler Building** (10m) - Next you will see the Chrysler Building, an Art Deco style skyscraper which was once the world’s tallest building before surpassed by the Empire State Building in 1931. Today it is considered the 8th tallest building in the city, tied with the New York Times building. 14. **Grand Central Terminal** (10m) - Your tour will end at Grand Central Terminal, a historic New York City landmark. Here you will learn all about the terminal’s history whilst enjoying the atmosphere in what is considered as a universal symbol between New York City’s past and present. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 14:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point SW corner of Madison Avenue & East 26th St. In Madison Square Park. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Maximum of 8 people per tour allowed - Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately - Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside. - 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience! ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #32 of 71** | €50 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (30) | varies by option | | [Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour - from Chelsea Piers](/usa/new-york/tours/manhattan-adventure-sightseeing-boat-tour-from-chelsea-piers/?format=md) | €90 | 1h | 4.99 (727) | shared | | [Hamilton and Washington Revolutionary Walking Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/hamilton-and-washington-revolutionary-walking-tour/?format=md) | €48 | 3h | 5.0 (217) | shared | | [NYC Private Walking Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/nyc-private-walking-tour/?format=md) | €1541 per group | 4h | 5.0 (185) | private | Ranked #32 of 71 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €180, median €44; typical length 2h. 15 of 71 are private. 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