See Manhattan’s holiday displays from a private horse-drawn carriage
45–50 mins
Up to 4 adults or 3 adults + 2 kids people
Carriage ride, photo stop, blankets
Ride through Manhattan’s holiday streets in a private, open-air horse-drawn carriage. Take in seasonal storefront displays and city landmarks from Fifth Avenue and Sixth Avenue, with blankets provided for the ride.
NYC Holiday Lights Carriage Ride Itinerary VIP Route – Fifth Ave → 49th St → 6th Ave Loop Pickup & Drop-off: 59th Street & 6th Avenue (Central Park Entrance)
Ride Duration: ~45 minutes to 55 Minutes
(depending on traffic, photo stops, and crowds)
START: 59th Street & 6th Avenue – Central Park South
Your holiday adventure begins just steps from Central Park, where your driver will greet you and get you cozy for the ride. Blankets are provided for a warm and festive experience.
Part 1: Fifth Avenue Southbound (59th → 49th St)
5th Ave & 59th St Historic and elegant, adorned in timeless gold and white lights.
A picture-perfect start to your holiday ride.
5th Ave & 58th St
World-famous holiday windows, changing themes yearly with high-fashion displays and intricate artistry.
Tiffany & Co. 5th Ave & 57th St A glowing winter wonderland in classic Tiffany Blue with sparkling lights and elegant decor.
Cartier Mansion 5th Ave & 52nd St
Draped in a red ribbon of lights, it looks like a giant glowing gift box—an NYC holiday favorite.
5th Ave & 50th St
Massive light show set to music across the building’s facade.
Usually runs every 10 minutes after dark—a showstopper!
Main Quick Stop if we can: Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Between 49th & 50th Streets and 5th & 6th Ave The centerpiece of NYC’s holiday scene! Lit with 50,000 multicolored LED lights. Topped with a 900-pound Swarovski crystal star
Your driver might stop to take photos or selfies with this unforgettable backdrop.
Tree Lighting Ceremony: December 3rd, 2025 @ 9:00 PM
Part 2: 49th Street Westbound → 6th Avenue Northbound (Back to Central Park) After your visit to Rockefeller Center, your driver will head west on 49th Street and then turn north up 6th Avenue, where the holiday charm continues.
6th Avenue Highlights (49th → 59th St):
Radio City Music Hall 6th Ave & 50th St Iconic marquee lit up for the holidays Home of the legendary Rockettes Christmas Spectacular
Giant Red Ornaments Display 6th Ave & 49th St (across from Radio City) Enormous red ornaments sitting on mirrored water fountains—great photo op!
Giant Holiday Lights Installation 6th Ave between 50th–51st St Oversized colorful Christmas lights strung across the plaza—fun and whimsical!
Fox News & NewsCorp Displays 6th Ave & 48th–49th St Holiday trees, lighted wreaths, and massive LED screens glowing with festive imagery.
Avenue of the Americas Skyscrapers 6th Ave, 52nd–58th St Buildings decked out with twinkling white lights and grand wreaths. Classic NYC holiday vibes with a modern city backdrop. End: Return to 59th Street & 6th Avenue
You’ll arrive back at your starting point, just outside Central Park—filled with holiday spirit, glowing lights, and unforgettable memories.
What’s Included:
VIP open-air carriage ride through NYC’s top light displays *Photo stop at Rockefeller Center *Cozy blankets for comfort *Sanitized carriage between every ride
Please Note:
Gratuity is not included in the ride price. Tips are never expected, but always appreciated by your driver for providing a magical experience.
Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before start. Same-day cancellations incur a $55 fee; no refunds for no-shows or last-hour cancellations. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen conditions.
Product ID: W9DW58
Each private carriage holds up to 4 adults, or 3 adults and 2 children age 12 or younger. Two children age 12 or younger count as 1 adult.
Wear extra layers for the open-air ride. Blankets are provided.
Strollers and service animals are allowed on this experience.
59th Street 6th Ave
A carriage ride through Central Park is already a memorable experience, but the drivers and horses here seem to genuinely elevate it. Honor and Trigger come up again and again in reviews, with guests highlighting how knowledgeable and friendly Honor is, sharing historical facts, pointing out the best spots, and even offering to take photos along the way. Tyson and his horses Cowboy and Midnight get similarly warm mentions, with families noting how much their kids enjoyed it. The horses themselves are clearly well cared for, which matters to a lot of visitors. Starlight, Midnight, Trigger, and Cowboy all get personal shoutouts, which says something about how present and attentive the whole experience feels. With a near-perfect rating across a large number of reviews, this is one of those rare attractions that consistently delivers on its promise.
Great guide and pleasant ride around Central Park.
geety osman
September 9, 2026
Great guide and pleasant ride around Central Park.
geety osman
September 9, 2026
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