---
title: New York Holiday Markets and Christmas Lights Tour
slug: new-york-holiday-markets-christmas-lights-tour
type: attraction
sub_type: walking tours
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/new-york-holiday-markets-christmas-lights-tour
city: New York
state: NY
country: US
address: 10 Columbus Circle, Main entrance of the Shops
geo:
  lat: 40.76858
  lng: -73.98318
duration: up to 4 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 3 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:31:48.500Z
price_from:
  amount: 50
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: SoldOut
rating:
  value: 4.5
  count: 5174
  scale: 5
---
## Overview

Embrace the joy of the season on this New York Holiday Markets and Christmas Lights Tour, exploring traditional markets with handicrafts, local art, food, drinks, Christmas lights, department store window decorations, and famous holiday movie sights.

Get into the holiday spirit by visiting three of New York’s most attractive traditional holiday markets with handcrafted goods, local art, desserts, winter attire, traditional food, and warm Christmas drinks on a four-hour walking and subway tour.

## What's Included
- Guided tour through three traditional holiday markets
- Visits to holiday lights, Christmas movie sites, and department store window decorations
- Recommendations for holiday shopping

## What's Not Included
- Food and drink purchases at the markets

## Good to Know
* Meet your guide at the main entrance of the Shops at Columbus Circle. The guide will be holding up a red Inside Out Tours Flag.
* Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time.
* Celebrate Christmas in New York with hundreds of vendors at the vibrant market and impressive Christmas light displays.
* Try traditional Christmas food and warm drinks.
* Browse the stores in the market for handicrafts and unique gifts for friends and family.
* Marvel at the famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and Skating rink.
* Tour runs rain, shine, or snow. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and shoes.
* Gratuities are accepted and greatly appreciated.

## Cancellation Policy

In the case of severe inclement weather, tours may be canceled. Management will reach out to you for a full refund.

## FAQs

### Where does the tour begin?

Meet your guide at the Main Entrance of the Shops at Columbus Circle, located at 10 Columbus Circle, New York, NY 10019.

### What are the age restrictions for this tour?

Children over the age of 4 are allowed on the tour.

### Can I bring my camera?

Yes, absolutely! Bring a camera to capture all the festive holiday decor.

### What should I wear?

Tour runs rain, shine or snow, so wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and shoes.

### What happens in inclement weather?

In the case of severe inclement weather, tours may be canceled. Management will reach out to you for a full refund.

### Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Unfortunately, no. Tour is not wheelchair accessible.

### I'm running late, what should I do?

Once a tour has started, it cannot be delayed for late arrivals or interrupt a tour guide. Latecomers will be directed to the next destination on the tour.

### Are food and drinks included?

No, but food and drink purchases can be made at the markets.

### Are gratuities expected?

Gratuities are not mandatory but are appreciated.

## Reviews

> Informative
> — yashb384, Reviewed May 27, 2026NEW