
NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
Not yet rated
No traveler reviews have been published for this experience yet.
Quick answer
Is NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour worth booking?
NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $60 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $60 per person
Looking for things to do on the Upper East Side? Our self-guided walking tour/scavenger hunt will take you from the Metropolitan Museum of Art to the Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in Central Park via its zoo, sever
What you get
About this experience
Looking for things to do on the Upper East Side? Our self-guided walking tour/scavenger hunt will take you from the Metropolitan Museum of Art to the Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in Central Park via its zoo, several museums, and art galleries! Solve challenges at every step to discover your next destination and learn new things. Learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surrounds you. See the sights. The New York Manhattan Upper East Side Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.9 km / 2.4 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete. -A fun learning experience -See the sights! 38 locations -Learn some local history -Challenge your knowledge: 39 varied challenges -Fun for all ages, kids included -Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout -Pet-friendly throughout -Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule -Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt
What's included
Included
- 24/7 customer service
- Instructions and directions on your smartphone
- 39 varied challenges
Not included
- No entry tickets are provided as this tour is strictly exterior and does not enter any venue
What you'll see and do
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Learn about the history and architecture of this museum, as you also solve 3 challenges.
Pass by without stopping
Learn about Benjamin Duke and this beautiful house, as you also solve a challenge. You will also see his brother's house near the end of your tour.
Pass by without stopping
Ancient Playground
Solve 2 challenges as you learn about this playground, related to the MET, and its inspirations.
5 minutes here
Neue Galerie
Learn about this galerie and the building's owners as you solve a few challenges here.
Pass by without stopping
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
Solve a challenge as you learn about this museum, its architecture, and history.
Pass by without stopping
National Academy of Design Museum
Learn about this small but beautiful museum, and solve a challenge to discover your next destination.
Pass by without stopping
The Episcopal Church of The Heavenly Rest
Solve a challenge as you learn about this beautiful church.
15 minutes here
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Learn about the Carnegie House Museum and its gardens while you solve challenges to uncover your next destination.
Pass by without stopping
Learn about the Engineer's Gate, and other similar gates around Central Park, as you enter the park for a segment of your tour. Solve 3 challenges here.
20 minutes here
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
Learn about the Reservoir, Jacky Kennedy, and Central Park and you make your way to the South Gate House.
15 minutes here
Learn about this gate house as you solve 3 challenges here.
5 minutes here
Learn about this Pinetum as you make your way to the Alexander Hamilton Monument
Pass by without stopping
Alexander Hamilton Statue
Solve 2 challenges as you learn about Alexander Hamilton
5 minutes here
Cleopatra's Needle
Solve 2 challenges as you learn about this obelisk which originally stood in Alexandria, Egypt.
10 minutes here
Belvedere Castle
Make your way through Central Park to find this small castle. Climb to the top for great views of the park. Solve challenges while you're here
20 minutes here
Bow Bridge
Solve a challenge as you cross the beautiful Bow Bridge over The Lake.
5 minutes here
NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides
Solve a challenge while admiring this beautiful fountain and terrace.
5 minutes here
Hans Christian Andersen Statue
Solve 2 challenges while learning about this historical author.
5 minutes here
Alice in Wonderland Statue
Solve a challenge while admiring this large statue before making your way to a small playground and yet another challenge.
5 minutes here
Ukrainian Institute of America
Admire this beautiful building and learn its history as you solve a challenge.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Once you're standing outside the Metropolitan Museum of Art, on the sidewalk near 5th Ave, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Once you're standing outside the Metropolitan Museum of Art, on the sidewalk near 5th Ave, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourist Scavenger Hunt
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Photos






Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour cost?
+
Prices start at $60 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 NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour take?
+
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 NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 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 last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour?
+
Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour suitable for kids and families?
+
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 NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour?
+
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?
+
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 NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour start and how do I get there?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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?
+
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.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Walking tour.
Pick your date





