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Private NYC Limo Tours

See New York City Through the Eyes of a Local — In a Luxury Vehicle

From $117/hour Executive | $162.5/hour Luxury | $130/hour SUV | Fully Customizable

No surge pricing Hotel pickup included 100% customizable Licensed & insured

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NYC Tour Packages

Choose your perfect NYC experience — from a quick Manhattan highlights tour to a full-day immersion across all five boroughs

Manhattan Highlights

3 Hours

$351executive
$487.5luxury sedan
$390SUV

Time-limited visitors & cruise passengers

Highlights

  • Times Square & Broadway
  • Central Park scenic drive
  • Rockefeller Center & 5th Ave
  • Empire State Building area
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Comprehensive NYC Tour

4 Hours

$468executive
$650luxury sedan
$520SUV

First-time visitors & families

Highlights

  • All Manhattan highlights
  • Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO
  • Wall Street & 9/11 Memorial
  • SoHo, Little Italy & Chinatown
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Full NYC Experience

6 Hours

$702executive
$975luxury sedan
$780SUV

In-depth exploration with dining

Highlights

  • Complete Manhattan & Brooklyn
  • Harlem gospel & culture
  • High Line & Hudson Yards
  • Lunch stop at local favorite
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Ultimate NYC Tour

8 Hours

$936executive
$1300luxury sedan
$1040SUV

Full-day immersion & photography

Highlights

  • All five boroughs possible
  • Shopping & restaurant stops
  • Hidden gems & local secrets
  • Sunset & golden hour photos
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All tours include luxury vehicle, professional chauffeur, fuel, tolls, parking, bottled water, Wi-Fi & phone chargers. Gratuity is optional and not included in the fare. Attraction admission not included. 3-hour minimum.

Why Clients Choose Us

Why a Private Limo Tour Beats Tour Buses, Ubers & Walking Tours

Tour buses run fixed loops with 40 strangers. Walking tours exhaust you after an hour. Uber drivers rush through traffic with zero commentary. Our professional chauffeurs are lifelong New Yorkers who turn every mile into a story worth remembering.

Born-and-Raised NYC Chauffeurs

Our drivers grew up in these neighborhoods. They know the hidden alleys of Greenwich Village, the best photo angles from DUMBO, where to find dollar pizza at 2 AM, and which rooftop has the skyline view tourists never find. No scripts — real stories from real New Yorkers.

10+ yrsavg. NYC experience

Your Pace, Your Route, Your Rules

Want to spend 30 minutes in Central Park instead of 5? Stop for dumplings in Chinatown? Skip the Statue of Liberty and add a rooftop cocktail bar in SoHo? Done. Every tour is built around what you want to see — not what a bus route dictates.

100%customizable itinerary

Door-to-Door Luxury Experience

Climate-controlled Mercedes S-Class, Chevrolet Suburban, and Sprinter vans with panoramic windows, leather seats, Wi-Fi, cold water, and phone chargers. No walking to meeting points, no standing in line, no sharing with strangers.

0strangers in your vehicle

Unlimited Photo Stops

See the perfect shot? We pull over. Every time. Our chauffeurs know the angles — the Brooklyn Bridge from Washington Street, the Flatiron from the right crosswalk, the skyline from the exact spot in DUMBO. Tour buses don't stop for your Instagram.

Unlimitedphoto opportunities

Licensed, Insured & TLC Certified

Every vehicle carries full commercial insurance, TLC licensing, and DOT compliance. Our chauffeurs pass background checks, drug testing, and defensive driving certification. Your safety is non-negotiable — not an afterthought.

TLClicensed & fully insured

Kids, Seniors & Everyone Welcome

Infant, convertible, and booster seats are available for $25 each. Easy entry for elderly passengers. Wheelchair-accessible Sprinter vans available on request. From newborns to grandparents, the whole family rides in comfort — no one gets left at the hotel.

$25per requested car seat

Private Limo Tour vs. The Alternatives

See why 5,000+ clients chose a private chauffeured tour over every other option

FeaturePrivate Limo TourBlack Car NYCHop-On Tour BusUber / LyftWalking Tour
PriceFrom $468 (4 hrs, executive)$55-70/person$120-200+ total$40-60/person
Custom routeYes — anywhereNo — fixed loopPoint to point onlyFixed neighborhood
Hotel pickupIncludedWalk to stopYesWalk to meeting point
Photo stopsUnlimitedNoneDriver won't waitLimited by group
Climate controlPrivate AC/heatOpen-airBasic ACNone
Local guideExpert chauffeurRecorded audioNo commentaryGroup guide
Privacy100% private40+ strangersPrivate15-25 strangers
Duration flexibilityYour choiceFixed schedulePer trip2-3 hrs fixed
Luggage / strollersTrunk space includedNot allowedLimitedCarry everything
AccessibilityCar seats & ADA optionsLimitedNo car seatsLots of walking

A 4-hour executive sedan tour is just $468 total — split between 3 passengers, that's only $156 each

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Iconic NYC Landmarks on Your Tour

Every landmark comes with insider tips, hidden viewpoints, and the real stories only a New Yorker can tell

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Times Square

The crossroads of the world — dazzling neon, Broadway marquees, and electric energy 24/7.

Photo tip: Best photos from the TKTS Red Steps looking north at night

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Central Park

843 acres of urban oasis. Horse carriages, Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields.

Photo tip: Bethesda Fountain and Bow Bridge are the iconic shots

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Brooklyn Bridge

Walk or drive across this 1883 engineering marvel. Manhattan skyline views are world-famous.

Photo tip: DUMBO viewpoint under the overpass for the perfect bridge-and-skyline shot

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Statue of Liberty

See Lady Liberty from Battery Park or the Staten Island Ferry without the ferry crowds.

Photo tip: Golden hour light creates stunning warm tones on the copper

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Empire State Building

Art Deco masterpiece since 1931. The observation deck on the 86th floor is iconic.

Photo tip: Best viewed from 5th Ave at 34th St looking straight up

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9/11 Memorial

Two reflecting pools where the Twin Towers stood. Deeply moving tribute surrounded by white oaks.

Photo tip: Reflections at dusk are profoundly beautiful and respectful

Themed Experiences

Specialty NYC Tours Built Around Your Interests

Every tour includes a sample itinerary, but nothing is set in stone. Tell us what excites you and your chauffeur will build the perfect route — on the fly, in real time, just for you.

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NYC After Dark Tour

Most Popular

Ideal for: Couples, photographers, first-time visitors

$117/hr
Executive
$162.5/hr
Luxury
$130/hr
SUV
3-4 hours
Duration

About This Tour

Manhattan transforms after sunset. Neon-drenched Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge glowing against the skyline, the Empire State Building cycling through colors — this is the NYC you see in movies. Our chauffeurs know the exact spots where the city looks most cinematic.

Best start time: 7-9 PM

Sample Itinerary

  1. 1.Hotel pickup → Times Square neon walk-through
  2. 2.Drive through Theater District & Broadway
  3. 3.Brooklyn Bridge crossing with skyline panorama
  4. 4.DUMBO waterfront — iconic Manhattan Bridge view
  5. 5.Empire State Building & Top of the Rock area
  6. 6.Return via the FDR Drive skyline route

Pro Tip

Book a 7:30 PM start for sunset views transitioning into full city lights — the most photogenic window of the night.

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3-hour minimum • All rates are per hour

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Family Adventure Tour

Kid-Friendly

Ideal for: Families with kids, multigenerational groups

$117/hr
Executive
$162.5/hr
Luxury
$130/hr (recommended)
SUV
3-6 hours
Duration

About This Tour

NYC through the eyes of a kid — Central Park playgrounds, Times Square characters, Brooklyn pizza by the slice, and movie filming locations they'll actually recognize. We pace every stop around your family, not a bus schedule. Child seats are available for $25 each.

Best start time: 9 AM - 2 PM

Sample Itinerary

  1. 1.Hotel pickup with car seats pre-installed
  2. 2.Central Park — Alice in Wonderland statue, Balto, Bethesda Fountain
  3. 3.Times Square — character photos & M&M World
  4. 4.Drive across Brooklyn Bridge (kids love the cables)
  5. 5.Brooklyn pizza stop — Juliana's or L&B Spumoni
  6. 6.Movie filming locations (Spider-Man, Home Alone 2, Enchanted)

Pro Tip

Start at 9-10 AM while kids are fresh. Our chauffeurs keep water, snacks ideas, and bathroom stop locations ready.

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3-hour minimum • All rates are per hour

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Photography & Instagram Tour

Creative

Ideal for: Photographers, influencers, content creators

$117/hr
Executive
$162.5/hr
Luxury
$130/hr
SUV
3-6 hours
Duration

About This Tour

We take you to the vantage points that professional photographers use — at the exact times when lighting is perfect. Golden hour at DUMBO, blue hour reflections at the 9/11 Memorial, empty SoHo streets at sunrise. Your chauffeur doubles as your location scout.

Best start time: Sunrise, golden hour, or blue hour

Sample Itinerary

  1. 1.Pickup timed to golden hour or blue hour
  2. 2.DUMBO — Washington Street Manhattan Bridge frame shot
  3. 3.Brooklyn Bridge pedestrian walk (tripod-friendly)
  4. 4.9/11 Memorial reflecting pools — blue hour reflections
  5. 5.Flatiron Building — classic crosswalk perspective
  6. 6.SoHo cast-iron architecture & fire escapes
  7. 7.Chinatown & Harlem street photography

Pro Tip

Golden hour (sunrise or sunset) and blue hour (20 min after sunset) produce the best shots. We time your entire route around the light.

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3-hour minimum • All rates are per hour

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Food & Neighborhood Tour

Foodie Favorite

Ideal for: Foodies, couples, friend groups

$117/hr
Executive
$162.5/hr
Luxury
$130/hr
SUV
4-6 hours
Duration

About This Tour

Eat your way through NYC's most iconic food neighborhoods. Dollar pizza in the Village, hand-pulled noodles in Chinatown, cannoli in Little Italy, legendary Brooklyn slices, artisan everything at Chelsea Market. We know where the locals eat — not where the tourists line up.

Best start time: 11 AM - 1 PM (lunch hours)

Sample Itinerary

  1. 1.Pickup → Greenwich Village for dollar pizza at Joe's
  2. 2.Little Italy — cannoli at Ferrara (est. 1892)
  3. 3.Chinatown — dim sum or hand-pulled noodles on Eldridge St
  4. 4.Chelsea Market — lobster rolls, tacos, artisan cheese
  5. 5.Drive to Brooklyn — Di Fara or L&B Spumoni Gardens
  6. 6.Optional: Smorgasburg (weekends) or local street food gems

Pro Tip

Start at 11 AM with an empty stomach. We plan 4-5 food stops so you eat like a local, not a tourist. Bring cash for the old-school spots.

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3-hour minimum • All rates are per hour

Tour Vehicles

Luxury vehicles with panoramic windows — because sightseeing should feel as good as it looks

Executive Sedan

$117/hour

Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5-Series

  • Up to 3 passengers
  • Leather interior
  • Climate control
  • Wi-Fi & USB chargers
  • Bottled water

Best for: Couples & budget-friendly

Luxury Sedan

$162.5/hour

Mercedes S-Class or BMW 7-Series

  • Up to 3 passengers
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Premium leather interior
  • Rear climate control
  • Wi-Fi & USB chargers
  • Bottled water & mints

Best for: Premium experience

Executive SUV

$130/hour

MOST POPULAR FOR TOURS

Chevrolet Suburban or GMC Yukon XL

  • Up to 6 passengers
  • Elevated seating for views
  • Massive panoramic windows
  • Third row seating
  • Extra luggage space
  • Wi-Fi & entertainment

Best for: Families & groups

Executive Sprinter

Custom pricing

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

  • 10-14 passengers
  • Stand-up headroom
  • Conference seating
  • Entertainment system
  • Multiple climate zones
  • Refreshment center

Best for: Large groups & corporate

What Our Tour Guests Say

★★★★★4.9 out of 5 — 5,000+ rides completed
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"Best way to see NYC! Our driver knew all the best spots for photos and even took us to a hidden rooftop view in DUMBO. The 4-hour tour covered everything we wanted plus surprises we never would have found on our own."

Sarah M.

San Francisco, CA

4-Hour Comprehensive Tour

★★★★★

"Did the night tour for our anniversary. Seeing Times Square and Brooklyn Bridge lit up from the Escalade was magical. Driver was incredibly knowledgeable about NYC history and patient with all our photo stops."

James & Linda K.

Austin, TX

Night Tour — SUV

★★★★★

"First time in NYC with three kids ages 4, 7, and 10. The family tour was perfect — Central Park, Times Square, amazing pizza stop in Brooklyn. Driver had car seats ready and was so patient with the kids."

Michelle T.

Chicago, IL

Family Adventure Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

NYC Private Limo Tour — Everything You Need to Know

Detailed answers to the most common questions about booking a private chauffeured sightseeing tour of New York City with Black Car NYC

What is the best private car tour service in New York City?

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Black Car NYC offers customizable sightseeing tours in Executive Sedans at $117/hour, Luxury Sedans at $162.5/hour, and Executive SUVs at $130/hour. Sprinter vans require custom pricing. Submit the date, duration, itinerary, passenger count, and vehicle class to see the applicable price.

How much does a private limo tour of NYC cost in 2026?

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the booking system displays private tours at $117/hour for Executive Sedans, $162.5/hour for Luxury Sedans, and $130/hour for Executive SUVs. Sprinter vans require custom pricing. The online-priced classes have a 3-hour minimum.

What landmarks can I see on a private NYC sightseeing tour?

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A private NYC limo tour from Black Car NYC can include any landmarks you choose. The most popular stops include: Times Square, Central Park (Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Alice in Wonderland statue), Brooklyn Bridge (drive across or walk), Statue of Liberty viewpoint at Battery Park, Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center and Top of the Rock, 9/11 Memorial and One World Trade Center, Wall Street and the Charging Bull, SoHo shopping district, Greenwich Village, Little Italy, Chinatown, the High Line, Hudson Yards, DUMBO waterfront in Brooklyn, and the Flatiron Building. Unlike tour buses that follow fixed routes, every stop is customizable. Your chauffeur can suggest hidden viewpoints and photo spots that most tourists never find.

How long should I book a private car tour of NYC?

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The ideal tour length depends on what you want to see. A 3-hour tour ($351 executive sedan) covers Manhattan highlights: Times Square, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, and the Empire State Building area. A 4-hour tour ($468) adds Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, Wall Street, and the 9/11 Memorial — this is Black Car NYC's most popular option. A 6-hour tour ($702) includes all of the above plus Harlem, the High Line, SoHo, and a lunch stop. An 8-hour tour ($936) covers the full NYC experience with shopping stops, multiple neighborhoods, and a relaxed pace. First-time visitors typically book 4 hours.

Is a private limo tour better than a hop-on hop-off tour bus in NYC?

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A private limo tour offers significant advantages over hop-on hop-off tour buses. Tour buses cost $55-70 per person, follow fixed loops, have no hotel pickup, no climate control, no photo stops, and use recorded audio narration with 40+ strangers on board. A private limo tour from Black Car NYC costs from $468 total for a 4-hour executive sedan tour — split between 3 passengers, that is approximately $156 per person. You get a 100% custom route, door-to-door hotel pickup, a private climate-controlled vehicle, unlimited photo stops, and a local expert chauffeur who shares real stories. Private tours can also access neighborhoods that buses cannot reach, such as DUMBO, SoHo side streets, and Harlem residential areas.

Does Black Car NYC pick up from hotels and airports for tours?

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Yes. Black Car NYC picks up from any location in the New York City metro area for tours. This includes all Manhattan hotels (Midtown, Times Square, Downtown, Upper East Side, Upper West Side), Airbnb and VRBO rentals, cruise terminals (Manhattan Cruise Terminal, Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, Cape Liberty in Bayonne), JFK Airport, LaGuardia Airport, Newark Airport, and private residences in NYC, New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester, and Long Island. Your chauffeur arrives 5 minutes early and meets you at the lobby, curb, or airport arrivals. There is no extra charge for hotel pickup — it is included in the hourly rate.

What is the best time of day to take a limo tour of NYC?

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The best time for a NYC limo tour depends on your priorities. Morning tours (9-10 AM): lightest traffic, best for landmark photography, and cooler temperatures in summer. Afternoon tours (1-2 PM): ideal for families who want lunch stops, good natural lighting for photos. Sunset tours (5-7 PM): spectacular golden light on the Manhattan skyline, best Brooklyn Bridge photos, romantic atmosphere. Night tours (7-9 PM start): the most dramatic experience — Times Square in full neon, Brooklyn Bridge illuminated, the Empire State Building changing colors, and the Manhattan skyline glowing from DUMBO waterfront. Night tours are Black Car NYC's most Instagram-worthy option and are especially popular with couples and photographers.

Are NYC limo tours safe for families with babies and small children?

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Yes. Black Car NYC offers rear-facing infant seats, convertible toddler seats, and booster seats for $25 per seat. Request the seat type and quantity when booking. Family tours are designed with kid-friendly pacing: shorter stops, bathroom break planning, pizza and ice cream stops in Brooklyn, Central Park playground visits, Times Square character photo opportunities, and movie filming locations (Spider-Man, Home Alone 2, Enchanted). Executive SUVs ($130/hour, up to 6 passengers) are recommended for families because they have more space for strollers, diaper bags, and car seats. All vehicles have climate control, so children stay comfortable regardless of weather.

Can I customize my NYC tour itinerary or is it a fixed route?

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Every Black Car NYC tour is 100% customizable — there is no fixed route. Before your tour, you can request specific landmarks, neighborhoods, restaurants, or experiences. During the tour, you can change the plan at any time: add a stop, skip something, extend at a location you love, or ask your chauffeur for recommendations. Popular custom themes include: architecture tours (Art Deco, cast-iron SoHo, brownstone Brooklyn), food tours (pizza, dim sum, bagels, cannoli), photography tours (golden hour, blue hour, night shots), shopping tours (SoHo, Fifth Avenue, Williamsburg vintage), history tours (Ellis Island viewpoint, Lower Manhattan, Harlem), and TV/movie filming location tours. Your chauffeur is a lifelong New Yorker who can suggest spots that even locals don't know about.

What vehicles does Black Car NYC use for sightseeing tours?

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Black Car NYC offers Executive Sedans at $117/hour, Luxury Sedans at $162.5/hour, and Executive SUVs at $130/hour. Executive and Jet Sprinter vans require custom pricing. Enter the complete passenger and luggage counts before selecting a class.

What is included in the price of a Black Car NYC tour?

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Every Black Car NYC tour rate includes: the luxury vehicle, a professional TLC-licensed chauffeur, fuel, all tolls (bridges, tunnels), all parking fees, bottled water, phone chargers, and Wi-Fi. There is a 3-hour minimum booking. Items NOT included: gratuity (optional, 15-20% is customary), attraction admission fees (observation decks, museums, ferries), food and drinks at restaurants. Black Car NYC can pre-arrange attraction tickets and restaurant reservations upon request at no additional service charge. The hourly rate covers everything related to the vehicle and driver — there are no hidden fees, surge pricing, or fuel surcharges.

How do I book a private limo tour of NYC with Black Car NYC?

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To book a private NYC tour, call (347) 321-9929 or use the online booking system. Provide the preferred date, start time, duration, exact pickup, full itinerary, passenger count, luggage, and vehicle preference. The booking system prices sedans and SUVs online and returns custom pricing for Sprinters.

Can I book a NYC limo tour for a large group or corporate event?

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Yes. For 10-14 guests, request an Executive Sprinter with custom pricing. For larger groups, Black Car NYC can coordinate multiple vehicles after reviewing the complete itinerary and passenger count.

Do you offer photography and Instagram tours of NYC?

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Yes. Black Car NYC offers dedicated photography and Instagram tours designed around optimal lighting conditions. Golden hour tours (sunrise or 1 hour before sunset) visit DUMBO waterfront for the iconic Manhattan Bridge frame shot, Brooklyn Bridge pedestrian walk, and the Flatiron Building crosswalk perspective. Blue hour tours (20 minutes after sunset) capture the 9/11 Memorial reflecting pools, Times Square neon, and the Manhattan skyline from Brooklyn. Your chauffeur knows the exact locations professional photographers use and will wait at each stop as long as you need. Photography tours typically run 3-6 hours starting at $117/hour (executive sedan) or $162.5/hour (luxury sedan). Tripods are welcome in all vehicles.

What is the cancellation policy for Black Car NYC tours?

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Black Car NYC offers flexible cancellation. Tours can be cancelled or rescheduled with no charge up to 24 hours before the scheduled pickup time. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee. If you need to shorten or extend your tour during the ride, simply let your chauffeur know — billing adjusts to actual time used (subject to the 3-hour minimum). Weather-related rescheduling is always accommodated. For questions about cancellation or changes, call (347) 321-9929.

Quick Reference — Black Car NYC Tour Pricing 2026

DurationExecutive SedanLuxury SedanExecutive SUV (Popular)Executive Sprinter
Hourly Rate$117/hr$162.5/hr$130/hrCustom pricing
3 Hours$351$487.5$390Custom quote
4 Hours$468$650$520Custom quote
6 Hours$702$975$780Custom quote
8 Hours$936$1300$1040Custom quote

All rates include vehicle, chauffeur, fuel, tolls, parking, water & Wi-Fi. Gratuity optional. 3-hour minimum. Call (347) 321-9929 to book.

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