Christmas time in New York is one of the most wonderful and shimmering moments of the year. Naturally it’s also Paradise for those who love shopping, specially if you like unique and handmade gifts. From mid November through the beginning of January you can find Holiday markets in many places in NYC, but I have my favorites ( like many other “Newyorkers” ) and I’ll be happy to share them with you. We will start in front of the Plaza Hotel
and talk about the history of the area. Then we will start to walk down the 5th av. to admire the wonderful shop windows of the designer’s stores to arrive at Rockefeller Center to see the very famous Tree. Then we will arrive in Bryant Park that has one of the most picturesque markets of NYC ( and an ice skating rink) and stop to also talk about the history and architecture of the surroundings. We will end the tour in Grand Central Terminal that besides being a true architectural beauty,it also hosts a Holiday Market. Here we will catch the subway train to arrive in Union Square where takes place one of the first Holiday Markets and certainly one of the most popular ones.
We will finish the tour in this area, where you can have many restaurants and transportation options.
Even though you might choose to resist to the impulse of shopping in this period ( very difficult think to do..) it’s still worthwhile to visit them and immerge in the magical Holiday atmosphere and maybe try some of the goodies typical of this time or taste a delicious hot chocolate while learning more of NYC history.
Please wear warm clothes, gloves ,scarves and hats ( NY can be very cold during this time of the year).
Have a Metro Card with at least one ride ($2.75)
This tour will start at 5.00pm ( to fully enjoy the glimmering lights on NY) and will last 3 hours.
Price $240 (for groups with a max of 6 people)For more informations , please reach me at
