December is a magical time of year, awaited by so many and celebrated in many places worldwide. While some people live in hot climates and can't wait to visit snowy winter wonderlands and enjoy Santa workshops and hot chocolate, others live in cold winter wonderlands and are eager to celebrate Christmas delights by the beaches. From unique festivities, majestic trees, and stunning Christmas lights to live shows and heart-filling experiences, travelers will get what they're looking for in the United States. Here are 10 exciting tours in the US to feel the magic of Christmas.
10 Dinner At The Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting
During a gala dinner, people will enjoy the holiday festivities, gourmet food, an open bar, and live jazz, and will admire the Rockefeller Center’s Tree Lighting ceremony. On the 3rd-floor venue overlooking the tree, people will indulge in gourmet food, a filet mignon carving station, free Champagne, and more to add to the ambiance and festive season.
- Tour: Exclusive Gala Dinner at The Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting
- Duration: 4 hours
- Cost: From $899 USD per couple
9 Christmas Tour In San Antonio
In this exclusive tour of magical San Antonio, people will get to dream and experience the natural Christmas feel. Accompanied by a local guide, people will stroll San Antonio streets, enjoy the stunning decorations, visit the most beautiful places, such as the Christmas River Walk, and listen to miraculous legends, such as the Christmas tree story, the first to decorate it, as well as Christmas spells. This charming atmosphere will fill people's hearts with the joy and love of San Antonio.
- Tour: Magic Christmas tour in San Antonio
- Duration: 2 hours
- Cost: From $607.97 USD per group ( Up to 10 persons)
8 Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour
Holiday fanatics should take notice of Dyker Heights winter's tradition, home to various festive decorations and some of the most famous Christmas light displays in NYC. People will explore the unique South Brooklyn attraction with a guided tour from Manhattan and admire the charming streets decorated with the most dazzling displays and lights. They can walk past Dyker Heights' twinkling lights, learn about local traditions, stop to warm up in a holiday-themed lounge, and admire charming displays of Santa Claus.
- Tour: Christmas Lights Tour with complimentary Gifts for the Kids
- Duration: 4 hours
- Cost: From $95 USD per adult
7 New York City Holiday Cruise
Aboard a holiday-themed, elegantly decorated yacht, people will explore New York's skyline from the water while enjoying its festive side. They will discover beautiful landmarks, such as the Statue of Liberty, the Manhattan skyline, and other scenic sites. The cruise will include entertainment, like beautiful Christmas carols and live jazz, before enjoying homemade Christmas cookies, complimentary beverages, and a cup of hot cocoa from the bar.
- Tour: New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Cost: From $124 USD per adult
6 Christmas NOLA Style Walking Tour
People opt for a 2-hour walking tour to discover the French Quarter's historic sites and landmarks while marveling at magical New Orleans. Accompanied by a local guide, they will enjoy the festive vibe of the Vieux Carré, where balconies, cars, and homes are decorated in Christmas garlands and lights and will listen to fun stories about local holiday traditions. This journey will also let them discover the city highlights, including the St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, and celebrity homes, before immersing the Southern-style decorations in the Big Easy's most beautiful neighborhood.
- Tour: Christmas NOLA Style Walking Tour
- Duration: 1 to 2 hours
- Cost: From $25 USD per adult
5 Washington DC Holiday Lights
People enjoy the Holiday sightseeing 3-hour tour of Washington DC's most important landmarks. They stroll through the State and Territory trees, celebrate traditions from around the United States, watch a model train village at the National Christmas Santa workshop, and marvel at the fantastic views of the light displays on the White House. The tour will end with a visit to the Lincoln Memorial for stunning nighttime views of the Capitol Building and Washington Monument.
- Tour: Washington DC Holiday Lights - Capital City Christmas Tour
- Duration: 3 hours
- Cost: From $69 USD per adult
4 Branson's Christmas Wonderland
People looking for a Christmas holiday to enjoy with friends or family should head to Branson. Since the Christmas Wonderland show in Branson is simply outstanding and magical, this tour will let everyone get in the beautiful holiday spirit. People will enjoy a festive holiday performance with a chorus line and many smiles and benefit from decorated stages to festive costumes and Christmas songs. They can also purchase a DVD copy of the show to take home afterward.
- Tour: Branson's Christmas Wonderland
- Duration: 2 hours
- Cost: From $55.29 USD per adult
3 Self-Guided Boston Christmas Tour
The smartphone-guided tour, narrated by Santa Claus and his holiday crew, will let people enjoy both Boston and Beacon Hill winter wonderland streets and the Christmas tales. People will see the Kings Chapel, The Boston Christmas Tree, Beacon Hill, the most charming street in Boston, the best holiday lights, and the oldest hotel in the USA, and walk through the gaslight and enjoy the unforgettable winter wonderland.
- Tour: Self-Guided Boston Christmas Tour
- Duration: 40 to 50 minutes
- Cost: From $5 USD per adult
2 Saving Christmas Escape Room In Atlanta
People choose this fun holiday tour in Atlanta, where they try a holiday Christmas-themed escape room featuring missing gifts and an angry elf, and they will have to help Santa save the day. On this tour, people will make sure to enjoy seasonal fun and choose a twist on the Christmas vibe while solving group puzzles and moving fast from clue to clue.
- Tour: Saving Christmas Escape Room in Atlanta
- Duration: 1 hour
- Cost: From $28.31 USD per adult
1 Harlem Heritage Holiday Tour
During the holiday season, people will go on a guided afternoon tour, stroll the historic streets of New York’s Harlem neighborhood as they learn about its history, and experience the sights and sounds of the season. The tour ends with live Christmas performers hosted by local R&B and gospel.
- Tour: Harlem Heritage Holiday Tour
- Duration: 2 hours
- Cost: From $39 USD per adult