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GANYC's big 50th birthday bash took place on March 1st at the 92nd St. Y
In addition to the party, GANYC will be engaging in all sorts of exciting activities throughout 2024. Stay tuned for more information!
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GANYC's 50th Anniversary at the 92nd Street Y!
This year marks GANYC's 50th Anniversary, and we celebrated with a huge party at the 92nd Street Y on March 1.
Become a GANYC Member!
If you have a NYC sightseeing guide license, we welcome you to join us. Benefits include networking opportunities, members-only tours + events, optional liability insurance, and more!
GANYC Events and Public Meetings
Our monthly meetings are open to the public and take place in venues across the five boroughs. GANYC members are also welcome to exclusive site visits and FAM (Familiarization) tours offered by fellow guides. GANYC guides offer FAM tours to their peers to receive invaluable feedback and to practice new tours.
Become a Member
Any licensed NYC tour guide is eligible for GANYC membership! Join us at our next monthly meeting and learn the benefits of being a GANYC Guide.
Michael is a born & bred New Yorker who loves the City and all that is has to offer. He's up on what's happening in the Big A twelve months a year. He can fill you in and offer you advice on where at what to do while you and your group see the sites.
Michael's tours include NYC Landmarks,…
GANYC Report on 2024 WFTGA Convention
GANYC Report on 2024 WFTGA Conventionby Emma Guest-ConsalesFrom January 20th to the 26th 2024, I attended the 20th WFTGA Convention in Siracusa, Italy. The conference took place on the beautiful island of Ortigia, one of the oldest parts of Syracuse which has been inhabited for over 2,700 years.…
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Brooklyn Jane's Carousel
Coney Island Whirling
Boat Ride to Dead Horse Bay
New York Public Library Schwarzman Building
The Bowery -- New Museum
Central Park Carriage Horse
Central Park Turtle Pond
Empire State & Full Moon
Pomona - Pulitzer Fountain Fifth Avenue
8th Ave bldg
TIME-WARNER CENTER
Southern Tip of Manhattan "The Battery"