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NYC licensed guides are the best 'bang-for-your-tourism-buck.' Take the time to learn what our members have to offer. A GANYC member will help you make the most of your time. We also have a wide variety of multilingual guides to aid all international travelers on any service they need.
GANYC members are solely responsible for the content of their profiles on this site.
The designation Certified Guide means the marked individual guide has successfully completed and fulfilled all the requirements of GANYC's professional development program that focuses on how to research, plan, and conduct high-quality tours. These guides are authorized to use the designation, "GANYC certified guide."
Other US tour guide associations have Hire a Guide systems similar to GANYC's. You may contact the San Francisco Tour Guide Guild and the Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington DC with the forms on their websites.
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Evelyne André
I am a French native Professional Tour Director originally licensed in France and now with 30 years of experience guiding visitors throughout the USA including NYC where I reside and never cease to be awed by the richness of the history, the amazing architecture and the unexpected sights. I have…
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Anina Young
I first became a NYC tour guide in 2002. I specialize in wheelchair accessible tours amd sight impaired tours of Central Park, the Financial District and 9/11 Memorial, and customizable all day tours.
I conduct student tours around Manhattan.
I volunteer at a local high school after school program's Travel Club. Read More
Libby Corydon-Apicella
Introduction to New York City for families
Walking the Brooklyn Bridge
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GANYC Certified Guide
Robin Garr
GANYC Certified and experienced in leading tours on a wide range of topics and passionate about New York City! History, art, architecture, natural history, sports, anywhere in the five boroughs.
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Ben Wagenberg
Sesame, poppy, garlic, whole wheat, everything! New York’s bagel varieties are as distinct as its neighborhoods, which is why each Ben’s Bagel Walking Tour starts off with a fresh New York bagel! Led by Ben Wagenberg, dubbed “The Bagel Expert,” each tour offers Ben’s unique perspective into the nooks and crannies of NYC’s famed foods, landmarks and neighborhoods.
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GANYC Certified Guide
Pat Braun-Mazzucca
Although I was born in New York, my family moved to the Midwest where I lived for 12 years. Upon graduating college, I moved back to New York. This has given me the benefit of being able to view this dynamic city from a non-native’s perspective. After hearing stories from people who had visited New…
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