Top New York City Outdoor Activities

Central Park Ice Skating at Wollman Rink and Dessert at Planet Hollywood

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• Take park in a classic NYC wintertime tradition with ice skating at the famed Wollman Rink in Central Park. Soak up the crisp magic of the season as you glide around the rink while surrounded by the iconic scenery of Central Park and the city skyline. Your ticket includes ice skate rental and guarantees admission to this popular activity. Follow up your skate with a slice of New York Cheesecake with the purchase of an entree at Planet Hollywood in Times Square.
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Viator VIP: Rockefeller Center Ice Skating Experience and Top of the Rock Observation Deck

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• Feel like a true New York City insider with priority access to two iconic holiday experiences, including ice skating at Rockefeller Center and sightseeing at Top of the Rock, during this 1.5-hour Viator VIP experience. Avoid the crowds with priority access to Rockefeller Center’s iconic ice-skating rink for the 8:30am skate session, including VIP chalet access with complimentary hot chocolate and fresh-baked cookies. Cap off your day with 360-degree panoramic views of the Big Apple from the Top of the Rock observation deck.
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Viator VIP: Rockefeller Center Late-Night Ice Skating and Top of the Rock

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• Combine nighttime ice skating at Rockefeller Center and a visit to the Top of the Rock Observation Deck on this Viator VIP experience. Hit the observation deck first for stellar views of the city, and then head to the arena for a late-night ice-skating experience, including priority entry and access to the heated chalet. Plus, you can refuel with fresh-baked cookies and hot chocolate.
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Horseback Riding in Central Park

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• Experience Central Park from atop a horse during this 1- to 2-hour. Follow your guide down the Bridle Path, getting glimpses of New York City's landmarks as you walk and trot. Choose from a 1-hour or 2-hour ride. No experience necessary; riders of all skill levels welcome.
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Central Park Secrets - Walking Tour

• Central Park may be New York’s best-known public park—but given that it sprawls across more than 800 acres, it’s also home to plenty of secret corners that visitors often overlook. Discover the highlights of Central Park, and venture to its lesser-known attractions, on this walking tour. Meet your guide at Central Park West in the morning. You can look forward to seeing the park’s ravine and waterfalls, its conservatory garden, the north woods, and more.
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Brooklyn Bridge Running Tour

• Experience the beauty of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge during this incredible running tour that showcases the best of this New York City landmark. Take in epic views of the Manhattan skyline and learn about the historic landmarks that lie between the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. You'll also run through the streets of Chinatown and the Five Point neighborhood before ending this scenic tour at City Hall.
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Central Park 5K Fun Run

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• See Central Park on a fun and casual 5K run with a companion-guide. Wind along snaking paths through meadows and woods and over rolling hills in the company of a fellow runner. Get your daily exercise with a dose of history, as you take brief stops along your route to learn about some of the significant sites in this storied Manhattan green space.
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Full-Day Ski Trip to Catskills Hunter Mountain from New York City

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• Enjoy snowboarding or skiing at Hunter Mountain in the Catskills on a full-day tour from New York City. Hunter Mountain has a gentle slope for beginners, and advanced terrain for seasoned experts, so that skiers and riders of all abilities can have fun on the slopes. Includes rental equipment, an all-area lift ticket, a hot drink at the ski resort, and round-trip transportation from Manhattan.
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Viator VIP: Rockefeller Center Ice Skating and Dinner Rink Side at The Sea Grill

• Skate at one of New York City’s most famous holiday ice-skating rinks with this Viator VIP experience, including a skating session and dinner at the rink-side Sea Grill. Put on ice skates and hit the rink at Rockefeller Center, and when you’re tired take a break in the special VIP heated winter chalet where cookies and hot chocolate are served. Plus, you can enjoy a 3-course dinner at the Sea Grill right next to the rink.
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Central Park Sightseeing Running Tour

• Enjoy Central Park’s wealth of greenery, tranquil ambiance, and highlight sights on this two-in-one sightseeing and running tour. Meet your guide—a trained running coach—and set off with just a small group for company. You’ll run the 5-mile (8-kilometer) trail at a conversational pace, and will pause for sightseeing stops. See the Belvedere Castle, Strawberry Fields, the Great Lawn, and more—and learn more about the park’s history from your guide.
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Westchester Indoor Skydiving Experience

• Take your New York vacation to the next level - without getting in a plane - and experience the adrenaline rush of skydiving in a vertical wind tunnel. Offered all day until 10pm, you can pick a session that fits in with your schedule. After small-group training, enjoy two 60-second solo sessions in the tunnel. Your guide provides one-on-one instruction for both sessions to ensure you have the best experience possible.
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Two Bridges and a Bull 5 Mile Sightseeing Running Tour

• Start your day strong with a leisurely 5-mile sightseeing run. As you follow your guide at an easy pace over the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges and into Wall Street, you’ll see more of the city in one morning than you could if walking. Take breaks to learn about landmarks you may not have noticed on your own, and finish the tour at the iconic Charging Bull statue.
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Central Park Running Tour

• New York City was made for runners and no place offers more scenic landscapes for travelers who lace up than Central Park. Explore this iconic destination's lower loop and learn about the architecture, design and history from your local guide. You'll enjoy well-marked trails, shaded roadways and plenty of urban scenery on this memorable run through the city's top park.
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Culture Clash: Immigrant NYC Running Tour

• Explore the neighborhoods of SoHo, Little Italy, Chinatown, the Bowery and the Lower East Side on this epic running tour that highlights New York City's immigrant roots. You'll run past famous restaurants, music venues and clubs that have made this one of the city's top destinations for decades. You'll see Katz's Deli, the Henry Street Settlement, Old St Patrick's Cathedral and more on this popular tour that hits all the Lower East side attractions. This memorable day on city streets concludes with a coffee at a local coffee shop and a bit of time to unwind.
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7-Day Food, Brews and Hiking Tour of New England

• Escape the city and explore New England on this week-long guided adventure from the Hudson Valley to Maine. Enjoy an easy, hassle-free trip with all accommodations included. Hike in New York’s Mohonk Preserve, sample brews from Vermont’s Long Tail Brewery, cruise through New Hampshire’s White Mountains on the gorgeous Kancamagus Highway, and feast at roadside clam shacks in Maine on this reasonably-priced, small-group journey
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Central Park Core Tour: A Sight Running Experience

• Take a casual run through Central Park and engage your core during this 1-hour excursion. Jog past landmarks such as the Bow Bridge, Belvedere Castle, Bethesda Fountain, and more. Stop for core-focused exercises along the way and listen to the history of Central Park and New York City from your informative guide. This is a fun sightseeing and workout adventure accessible for everyone who wants to sweat and learn.
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The Village Running Tour

• Immerse yourself in the neighborhood that Bob Dylan, Ernest Hemingway and Carrie Bradshaw all called home during this popular running tour through Manhattan's Village. You'll jog past NYU's campus, through tree-lined streets and major parks. Your guide will point out neighborhood highlights, including popular restaurants, theater spots, celebrity homes and historic landmarks. Your run concludes with a coffee at one of the top coffee shops in the Village. 
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La Laguna Hiking Tour: Explore Life in a Small Fishing Village

• Take a hiking tour through Tenerife’s beautiful Anaga Mountains. Stroll through the dense forests and learn about the diverse flora and fauna from your informative guide. Then head to the Roque Bermejo fishing village to swim, snorkel, and soak up the sun in this remote area. Finally, sample some delicious goat cheeses and wines before heading back to La Laguna.
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Windham Mountain Day Trip from New York City

• Windham Mountain Not so close, not too far, but just right. Our Goldilocks mountain. Amenities: Music, water closet, movies, bagel, free candy, drinks, and snacks (while supplies last). Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in. (6:00 AM) Downtown Brooklyn/Barclay vicinity 177 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn New, York 11217 (6:15 AM) Union Square vicinity- Manhattan 129 3rd Avenue, New York, New York 10003 (6:30 AM) Times Square vicinity- Manhattan 401 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036 (6:45 AM) Upper West Side - Manhattan 2086 Broadway, New York, NY 10023 Our fantastic guides will go over the trail maps with you on the ride to the slopes, allowing you to have the best experience at the mountain. We know all the little secrets of the mountain, where the amazing views are, the lifts with the shortest lines, beer promos, what amazing foods to try, and more.
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Crossroads of the World Running Tour

• This incredible running tour takes travelers to the crossroads of the world: Times Square and puts them in the heart of one of America's top cities. Learn about the colorful history of this dynamic destination on this four-mile early morning run. You'll venture past Broadway theaters, bright lights and beautiful parks on this memorable morning experience. 
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Hudson River - Sightseeing Running Tour

• This sightseeing running tour is rated as the best overall workout and its combined with a view of the city that visitors rarely see. The Hudson River is one of New York’s favorite places to enjoy many outdoor activities such as running, biking, kayaking, along with sunbathing, picnicking, even enjoying a nice glass of wine while watching the sunset. In this run tour you will see expansive views of the Hudson River and the New York City skyline. We'll run along the Hudson River and will end the tour in the Meatpacking District in front of the Chelsea Market which is NYC's first and most popular gourmet market place. Departure Time:Saturdays at 10:00am
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a day at the beach

• This is the most unusual "tour" you can get in NYC.  I call it  "a Day at the Beach."  We go to Coney Island and you can either swim in the Atlantic Ocean, wade in the ocean or just lay on you towel on the gorgeous beach.  Just make sure you have shark repellent with you.  Only kidding, there are no sharks but lots of sun and salt water and sand and food.  You can also go on the roller coaster, the ferris wheel and the motor cars and all the other world famous rides.google "gabbycabby"
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Nicaragua Adventure Tour - Coffee and Volcano Hike

• Quetzaltrekkers is a non-profit organization that donates 100% of profits from their adventurous hikes to the volcanoes surrounding Leon, Nicaragua, to organizations working with at-risk youth. • Hike the volanco's steep slopes to summit San Cristóbal and support local organizations working with at-risk youth. • Climb 1745 meters to the top of Nicaragua's highest volcano, San Cristóbal. • Visit a local coffee farmer for lunch after sliding down the black volcanic gravel on your descent.
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Brooklyn Bridge Jogging Tour

• Stay in shape and work up a sweat while exploring the beautiful views of the New York waters. Come jog, laugh, and ease your way between Brooklyn and Manhattan with likeminded individuals while getting some of the best views New York has to offer.
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