New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour
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New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $213 per person. It scores 33 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 33 / 100
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- Duration
- 2 hours
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Explore Taylor Swift’s NYC on the Taylor Swift’s Hotspots Walking Tour! Led by a local actor guide and ultimate Swift fan, visit iconic East and West Village locations that inspired her life and lyrics, including Housing
What you get
About this experience
Explore Taylor Swift’s NYC on the Taylor Swift’s Hotspots Walking Tour! Led by a local actor guide and ultimate Swift fan, visit iconic East and West Village locations that inspired her life and lyrics, including Housing Works Bookstore, Emilio’s Ballato, Banzarbar, Lafayette Grand Café & Bakery, and Electric Lady Studios. Celebrate the city through Taylor’s eyes, enjoy fun behind-the-scenes stories, and test your Swiftie trivia along the way.
What's included
Included
- Snacks
- Gratuities
- True Swiftie Tour Guide
What you'll see and do
Where Taylor filmed the final scene for her “All Too Well 10 Minute Version” Music video.
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This is believed to be the inspiration behind Joe Alwyn’s pseudonym as the pair had their first public outing here while going to a private Kings of Leon concert.
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This Tik Tok-famous cafe is also one of Taylor's favorite places to visit in NYC. She has been spotted here with several friends, including Tavi Gevinson, who was in the HBO reboot of Gossip Girl.
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Taylor's Cornelia Street apartment was located right by Washington Square Park. This park is also the unofficial campus square for New York University, and in 2022, Taylor gave an impressive and inspirational commencement speech at NYU’s graduation.
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Taylor has recorded several of her albums and rerecords here. Other recent recordings here are Sabrina Carpenter’s “Please Please Please,” Gracie Abrams’ “The Secret of Us” and The Bleachers, which is Jack Antanoff’s band. Jack is Taylor Swift’s longtime collaborator, and Sabrina and Gracie have opened for Taylor on her Eras Tour.
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Taylor Swift rented 23 Cornelia Street back in 2016 while her Tribeca home was being renovated. Originally built in 1870 as a carriage house, this extraordinary 4 bedroom 6 bathroom townhouse blends timeless elegance with contemporary flair.
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Taylor has mentioned several times that she is a huge Friends fan and says it is her favorite show. She even loves to marathon watch Friends to chill out after her shows. This building is famously known as the exterior of the apartment where the characters lived. Taylor’s favorite friends episode is “The One Where Everybody Finds Out” which is when everyone finds out about Monica and Chandler dating.
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Known for being the first U.S National Monument dedicated to LGBTQ+ rights and history. Taylor Swift has been a notable ally to the LGBTQ+ community, using her platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and inclusivity. Her song “You Need to Calm Down” from her 2019 album Lover is a direct call for acceptance and support, reflecting her commitment to ending discrimination.
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Taylor has been seen dining here numerous times with friends and partners. In October 2023, she was seen leaving with boyfriend Travis Kelce, a day after they were both featured in the SNL Season 49 Premiere.
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In the song "The 1" from the Folklore album, Taylor sings “I thought I saw you at the bus stop." Fans were confused about this but then did some digging and believe that this cafe might be what she is referencing. It’s only a theory – what do you believe?
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One of Taylor Swift's most popular songs called "Cardigan" mentions The High Line. In the Folklore song she sings about hearing "your heartbeat on the High Line," while recounting memories. She even goes on to say that images of The High Line popped into her head and inspired her when writing the album.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- On Location Tours, Inc
Know before you go
- 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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $213 to $639
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 33
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $213 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 33 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable nightlife in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New York City: Taylor Swift Hotspots 2-Hour Private Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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