
Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour
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Is Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour worth booking?
Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in New York, United States, from $70 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 32 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (32)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $70 per person
Escape the crowds of Times Square and explore a different side of Manhattan on this 2-hour small-group walking tour through the High Line, Chelsea, and the Meatpacking District—one of the most dramatically transformed ar
What you get
- The chance to try local cuisine (at own expense)
- Local guide
- Private Tour
About this experience
Escape the crowds of Times Square and explore a different side of Manhattan on this 2-hour small-group walking tour through the High Line, Chelsea, and the Meatpacking District—one of the most dramatically transformed areas of New York City. Stroll along the elevated park of the High Line, a former railway turned scenic greenway that offers beautiful views of the city and the Hudson River. From there, explore the trendy streets of the Meatpacking District and the vibrant Chelsea, neighborhoods known for their art galleries, restaurants, and striking modern architecture. Along the way, your guide will share the fascinating story of how this once-industrial waterfront district transformed into one of the city’s most stylish and culturally dynamic destinations.
What's included
Included
- The chance to try local cuisine (at own expense)
- Local guide
- Private Tour
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Audio Guide that translates tour
What you'll see and do
Meatpacking District
Once the Meatpacking District, it is now a trendy neighborhood
45 minutes here · Admission included
Chelsea Market
Food and retail hall
10 minutes here · Admission included
The High Line
An old elevated railway, it is now a public park
30 minutes here · Admission included
Whitney Museum of American Art
A museum of modern art
Pass by without stopping
Once called "Death Avenue"
10 minutes here
A luxury fashion salon
Pass by without stopping
A wordly food hall
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
The tour meets on the corner of 15th Street and 9th Avenue by Chelsea Market. Our guide will be there to greet you at the confirmed time of the tour. They will be holding a white and blue checked flag with our logo on it. If you are running late, please call our office at (718) 806-1706.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
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
- Top Dog 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The Highline access is determined by weather conditions. The park is closed during potentially dangerous conditions
- If canceled because of dangerous weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or full refund
- There is a decent amount of walking, please wear appropriate shoes
- There is no guarantee food vendors will be operating
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The tour reserves the right to deviate from the route of the tour in the event of marches, parades, and circumstances beyond our control.
- Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 32 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
32 verified traveler reviews for Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cowboys, and Railroads, and Meat…..Oh My!
Wow! Patrick was a fountain of knowledge about the history of New York City. The two hours of the Chelsea Market, the Highline, and the Meat Packing District went by too quickly. I just wish that I had brought along a notebook to write down all the interesting facts!
via Viator
Sensational
Fascinating history of Chelsea Market and early beginnings of New York City. Fun shopping and delicious eats!
via Viator
Explored locations & sights with Family that we’ve never seen
Connor was very engaging and knowledgeable. We experienced sights & locations that were unknown to us.
via Viator
Brilliant
Review: We had Percy bringing us around and she knew the locality and it's history intimately. Not only had she an encyclopedic mind full of detail and anecdotes she was a passionate New Yorker and really brought the place to life. You could touch the history when she spoke bringing you back to the people and events that shaped the city and then landing you right in the set of Sex in the City! Really informative and enjoyable. A must for any visitor.
via Tripadvisor
Percy is superb, great walking tour!
Excellent tour! very recommendable. Percy has all the insights and makes you feel you really want to move and live in Chelsea. 5 stars.
via Tripadvisor
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
- Price range
- $70 to $80
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 11
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 68
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $70 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 Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline 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 Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 32 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 Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour?
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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 Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline 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 Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline Walking Tour?
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Around 11 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 Private Meatpacking District, Chelsea Market, and The Highline 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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