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Dyker Heights & Beyond: The 15 Best NYC Lights Tours

27 tours  ·  from $21 a head

Brooklyn is the reason these tours exist, and it is a long way out on the subway. The 15 below compare pickup points in Manhattan, how long you walk and what the coach costs.

NYC: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights & Skyline View Bus Tour - Battery Park City at sunset
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NYC: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights & Skyline View Bus Tour

1.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights & Skyline View Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,192 reviews · 4 hours · from $69Our pick

Ride from Midtown to Dyker Heights with a live English or German-speaking guide, then walk among spectacular Christmas displays. The four-hour tour also includes a Hudson River sunset stop and Brooklyn Bridge Park views of Manhattan. Guides such as Stefan and Glen add city stories, photo tips, and practical help in the crowds.

“Stefan and Mr George were great! was after a unique tour and was not disappointed, got some great photos and stories from our guide. Definitely recommend”

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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour - Walking Dyker Heights for about one hour
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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

2.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 920 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $63

Ride from Midtown Manhattan to Brooklyn with a local guide, walk Dyker Heights’ brightest streets for about an hour, then stop near the Brooklyn Bridge for skyline photos. Guides such as Jorge, Gary, Mike, Jose, and Antonio add New York stories along the way. The evening ends at Bryant Park’s Winter Village.

“We enjoyed everything about this tour. Dyker Heights was beautiful the neighborhood was decorated like non other. Our guide was fabulous with his knowledge of both the city highlights we passed and the neighborhood history as well. This was a girls weekend in the city and well worth the time spent taking this tour. Highly recommend .”

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New York City: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour - The Midtown meeting point and the ride south
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New York City: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour

3.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 838 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Travel from Midtown Manhattan to Brooklyn by coach, passing Hudson Yards, the Vessel, Chelsea Piers, and the Battery Tunnel. Walk through Dyker Heights to see its famous Christmas displays, then stop in DUMBO for Manhattan Bridge and skyline views. English and Spanish guides, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Was Great experience... myself.and my Daughter enjoyed it... Emily our guide was great and recommended”

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Dyker Heights Brooklyn Christmas Lights Tour - Meeting near Times Square and riding south
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Dyker Heights Brooklyn Christmas Lights Tour

4.Dyker Heights Brooklyn Christmas Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 591 reviews · from $60

Ride from Midtown Manhattan to Dyker Heights and Bay Ridge for a guided walk past spectacular private Christmas displays. Your guide may be Camila, Daniel, Steve, Alan, or Mo. The four-hour tour also includes views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Manhattan skyline before returning to Times Square.

“The tour guide was so much fun! I was not overly impressed with the lights, but our guide and driver made the experience fun, especially considering it was horribly cold.”

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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour - One hour among the decorated homes
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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour

5.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 270 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $95

Ride from midtown Manhattan to Dyker Heights with a local guide, then walk streets lined with elaborate Christmas displays. The return includes Empire Fulton Ferry State Park, Washington Square Park, and Rockefeller Center. Guides such as Dave, Fred, and Jay are known for lively New York commentary. Expect cold weather, uneven sidewalks, crowds, and about an hour on foot.

“It was a great tour of the meat packing area and dyker heights in brooklyn!!!! I was a bit skeptical about the tour of the meat packing area but it was very interesting to hear about the changes that occured in that part of Manhattan over the years. All seen from the comfort of the bus. The Dyker Heights had some hill walking so keep that in mind. Well spent money, even the 17 yr old son enjoyed the lights.”

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Brooklyn: Dyker Heights Christmas Walking Tour - The First 15 Minutes: Leaving the Meeting Point for the Lights
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Brooklyn: Dyker Heights Christmas Walking Tour

6.Dyker Heights Christmas Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 249 reviews · 1h 30m · from $21Best value

Join an English-speaking guide such as Derek, Max, Nick, or Rose for a 90-minute evening walk through Dyker Heights. You’ll see extravagant homes, hear the story of Lucy Spata and the neighborhood’s holiday codes, and get plenty of photo stops. The walk covers about 3 miles, so bring warm clothes and sturdy shoes.

“Very interesting walk trip. Nice and helpful guide. Really recommend”

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Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Wonderland Bus Tour - The ride from Midtown through Manhattan’s west side
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Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Wonderland Bus Tour

7.Brooklyn Dyker Heights Christmas Wonderland Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 245 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $54

Ride from Midtown Manhattan to Brooklyn with a driver and local guide, passing major waterfront sights before a one-hour walk through Dyker Heights. Guides such as Sebastian and Steve add city stories, while a DUMBO stop brings Brooklyn Bridge and skyline views. Expect winter crowds, outdoor walking, and possible traffic delays.

“Nice easy tour to do in early evening with kids ages 6-12. Very colorful. Dress warm. Had a great time!”

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New York City Christmas Lights Private Horse Carriage Ride - Rockefeller Center and the Big Christmas Tree
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New York City Christmas Lights Private Horse Carriage Ride

8.New York City Christmas Lights Private Horse Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 237 reviews · 45 to 50 minutes (approx.)

Ride privately through Central Park and along Fifth Avenue for 45 to 50 minutes. You’ll see Rockefeller Center, the Christmas tree, Saks Fifth Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and famous holiday windows. Guides such as Muhammad, Omer, Niko, and Atakan often add photos, music, local details, and a chance to feed the horse.

“Muhammad and Victor (his beautiful horse) provided a wonderful and magical ride through the lights of NYC. He made sure to pause so we had the best view of the Saks light show and pointed out the sights along the way. The warm blankets were especially welcome on a very chilly day.”

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From Manhattan: 4-Hour Christmas Lights Luxury Bus Tour - Manhattan Sights From Lower Manhattan to the West Village
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From Manhattan: 4-Hour Christmas Lights Luxury Bus Tour

9.4-Hour Christmas Lights Luxury Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 222 reviews · 4 hours · from $95

Ride a heated bus from Herald Square through Manhattan to Dyker Heights, where a licensed guide leads you past lavish Christmas displays. Guides such as Fred, Ray, Dave, and Jared are known for lively city stories. You will also stop at Brooklyn Bridge Park before finishing near Rockefeller Center.

“The guide was amazing. Insanely knowledgeable and time efficient. It was the perfect first night intro to the Big Apple! Thank you.”

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NYC: Magical Christmas Lights Carriage Ride - 5th Avenue lights and the Saks Fifth Avenue show
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NYC: Magical Christmas Lights Carriage Ride

10.Magical Christmas Lights Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 121 reviews

Meet your English-speaking guide by the Jose Marti Statue for a private 45-minute carriage ride through New York’s holiday display. You’ll see 5th Avenue, St. Thomas Church, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Rockefeller Center. The carriage includes blankets, an optional roof, horse treats, and photos from your guide.

“Very nice to ride carriage through magical NYC Christmas lights! Rauf was a very good guide!”

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New York: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour - Passing Lower Manhattan on the way south
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New York: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

11.New York: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 88 reviews · 210 minutes - 4 hours · from $75

You’ll meet in Midtown, ride a reserved-seat coach to Brooklyn, and walk through Dyker Heights for about 90 minutes among its oversized Christmas displays. A live guide shares local context, then you return to Bryant Park by way of Manhattan Bridge. English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish options may be available, though multilingual tours can affect commentary.

“la guida sul pullman ci ha raccontato la storia di New York e di dyker heigts è stato con noi durante tutto il tour abbiamo acquistato ciccolata calda durante la passeggiata è gestito da "il mio viaggio a New york" molto bene”

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NYC: Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride - A short ride through Central Park
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NYC: Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride

12.Private Christmas Lights Horse Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 85 reviews · 50 min

You’ll ride in a private horse-drawn carriage for up to four people along Fifth Avenue, passing Saks, Tiffany, Cartier, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the Plaza Hotel and Rockefeller Center. English-speaking drivers such as Fred, Adam and Emre are praised for clear history and friendly service. A blanket is included, but winter wind and traffic can affect comfort and views.

“Fred was brilliant, his vast knowledge and experience made for a fantastic ride around the park. We would highly recommend Fred to anyone who wants a great experience. Thank you also to Oreo 👍🏻”

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NYC Christmas Lights Tour by Limousine, SUV Or VAN. Dyker Heights - The route from Rockefeller Center to Brooklyn
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NYC Christmas Lights Tour by Limousine, SUV Or VAN. Dyker Heights

13.NYC Christmas Lights Tour by Limousine, SUV Or VAN. Dyker Heights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 72 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend about four hours touring New York’s holiday displays in a private vehicle for up to six people. Your driver picks you up anywhere in New York City, takes you to the Brooklyn Bridge and Dyker Heights, and passes Rockefeller Center, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Hudson Yards. Limo upgrades may include champagne.

“Our driver was very professional and kind. He was patient as we had my mother along and uses a walker to get around. He was informative and made the trip very enjoyable for all. The lifts were beautiful and the limo was clean and festive with a Christmas show and complimentary drinks. Thank you Anthony for helping to make a memory even more pleasant! Highly recommend for all ages!”

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Brooklyn Christmas Lights Walking Tour at Dyker Heights - The 90-minute Dyker Heights route
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Brooklyn Christmas Lights Walking Tour at Dyker Heights

14.Brooklyn Christmas Lights Walking Tour at Dyker Heights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $21

Join Brooklyn Unplugged Tours for a 90-minute evening walk through Dyker Heights, where decorated homes turn ordinary residential streets into a holiday show. Guides such as Ryan, Slava, John, and Derrick share neighborhood stories and point out notable houses. Expect crowds, cold weather, uneven sidewalks, and about three miles of walking.

“Excellent experience and must do if in NYC for the holidays! I would highly suggest using a tour guide as you learn so much about the history and houses in Dyker Heights.”

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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights and NYC Skyline View Bus Tour - Battery Park City and the first sunset view
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Dyker Heights Christmas Lights and NYC Skyline View Bus Tour

15.Dyker Heights Christmas Lights and NYC Skyline View Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $69

Ride from central Manhattan to Dyker Heights with a guide such as Stefan, Quentin, or Cameron, then walk through Brooklyn’s grand Christmas displays. The outing also includes a Battery Park City sunset stop and an evening view of Manhattan from Brooklyn Bridge Park. Allow extra time for traffic and bring warm shoes.

“Great trip, but could have done without the first stop and more time viewing the lights, it was all a bit of a rush around!!”

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