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Private Walking Tour Experience

Discover the hidden cat history of New York City with an exclusive private tour designed just for your group. Your expert guide will lead you through historic neighborhoods at your own pace, with a flexible route and customizable stops tailored to your group's interests — whether you're drawn to architecture, immigration stories, or the famous cats of Old New York.

Who Books Private Tours?

Corporate Teams
Birthday Parties
School Groups
Historical Societies
Tourist Groups
Bachelorette Parties
Family Reunions

Tour Details & Pricing

Our private tours start at a flat rate of $450 for up to 8 guests. Additional guests beyond 8 are $50 per person, with a maximum group size of 15 guests.

Per-Person Examples:

  • • 8 guests = $450 ÷ 8 = $56.25/person
  • • 12 guests = $450 + (4 × $50) = $650 total ($54.17/person)
  • • 15 guests = $450 + (7 × $50) = $800 total ($53.33/person)

Tours last approximately 2 hours and cover 1.5–2 miles at a leisurely pace.

Available Neighborhoods:

  • Brooklyn Heights
  • Financial District
  • Lower East Side

Custom neighborhoods may be available upon request.

Scheduling Your Private Tour

We offer the greatest availability on weekends. Weekday tours require at least 2 weeks advance notice to ensure we can secure your preferred guide. Evening tours are available upon request, subject to guide availability.

Fill out the inquiry form below with your preferred date, neighborhood, and group size. We'll get back to you within 48 hours to confirm details and finalize your booking.

Complimentary Goody Bags

Every private tour includes complimentary goody bags featuring treats and surprises from NYC's favorite cat neighborhoods.

Price Calculator

8
Base Tour Price (up to 8 guests):$450
Additional Guests (0 × $50):$0
Total:$450

(approx. $56.25 per guest)

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Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

  • ✓Full refund with 24+ hours notice before your tour.
  • ✓Free rescheduling available with 24+ hours notice at no additional charge.
  • ✕Non-refundable within 24 hours of the tour start time.

Frequently Asked Questions

We recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance for weekday tours and 4-6 weeks for weekend tours, especially during peak tourist seasons (spring through fall).
Yes! We can tailor the route, focus on specific aspects of cat history that interest your group, and adjust the pace and duration. You can work with your guide to prioritize the stops that interest you most.
Currently, our tours are only available in English, but we're working on expanding our language offerings. Please contact us if you have specific language requirements, as we may be able to accommodate with advance notice.
Full refund with 24+ hours notice before your tour. Non-refundable within 24 hours of the tour start time. Rescheduling is available with 24+ hours notice at no additional charge.
Tours run rain or shine! We're New Yorkers — a little rain won't stop us. We recommend bringing an umbrella or rain jacket just in case.
Our tours take place on public sidewalks and are mostly flat. The routes are generally accessible, though some historic neighborhoods have uneven surfaces. Please contact us with specific accessibility needs so we can plan accordingly.
Comfortable walking shoes are a must — you'll be outdoors for about 2 hours. Dress for the weather and bring water, especially in summer.
Private tours cover approximately 1.5-2 miles at a leisurely pace, with frequent stops for stories and photos.
Absolutely! That's one of the best parts of a private tour. Work with your guide to prioritize the stops and stories that interest your group most.
Full payment is required at the time of booking to confirm your date and time.
Yes, you're welcome to bring snacks and drinks! We encourage it — it's a walking tour, after all. We can also suggest great local spots along the route.

Have more questions about private tours? We're happy to help!

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