Guides Association Of New York City

Guides Association Of New York City We are a not-for-profit professional organization providing continuing education to our members, and advocacy on behalf of the New York City tourism sector.

Founded in 1974, GANYC is one of the oldest guides associations in the United States. We are a not-for-profit organization providing ongoing education to our members in the vast and ever changing City of New York. Through the efforts of our Board of Directors, committees and individual members we work with the city government and agencies to solve problems and help bring to light the needs of the tourism industry in New York. We also arrange exclusive tours for our members, secure speakers and locations for our monthly public meetings. All our members are licensed, professional tourist guides.

10/07/2026

Meet The Guides! This week's guide is Andy McNeil from McNeil Tours. Born and raised in New Orleans, Andy brings that southern charm to every tour he leads.

Looking for a guide? GANYC.org/hire-guide

09/30/2026

Each week, we’re introducing you to one of the nearly 400 members of the Guides Association of New York City, and the people who bring NYC’s stories to life.

This week we feature Sara Lyons. She is a licensed NYC tour guide and also serves as Treasurer of GANYC.

Follow Sara at https://www.instagram.com/saralyons1993/ and stay tuned each week to meet another NYC guide.

Looking for a guide? Find Sara and hundreds more at GANYC.org/hire-guide.

09/23/2026

Each week, we’re introducing you to one of the nearly 400 members of the Guides Association of New York City, and the people who bring NYC’s stories to life.

This week is Cherie Davis of We Can Tour That. A licensed NYC tour guide since 2017, she also serves as Co-Chair of the Public Relations and Rebranding Committees of GANYC.

Follow Cherie at Wecantourthat and stay tuned each week to meet another NYC guide.

Looking for a guide? Find Cherie and hundreds more at GANYC.org/hire-guide.

09/16/2026

Each week, we’re introducing you to one of the nearly 400 members of the Guides Association of New York City, and the people who bring NYC’s stories to life.

This week, Meet Gary Dennis of New York Tours by Gary. A licensed NYC tour guide since 2010, Gary is on the Executive Board of the Guides Association and led our NYC400 committee.

Follow Gary at newyorktoursbygary on Instagram and Facebook and stay tuned each week to meet another NYC guide.

Looking for a guide? Find Gary and hundreds more at GANYC.org/hire-guide.

Great Things are Happening in the Guides Association of NYC and NYC. Get ready for the most beautiful season in NYC. Fo...
09/12/2026

Great Things are Happening in the Guides Association of NYC and NYC. Get ready for the most beautiful season in NYC.

Follow us here or visit our website to Find a Guide or a Tour. Over 400 licensed tour guides are waiting to show you this amazing city in over 20 different languages. https://www.ganyc.org/hire-guide

09/09/2026

👋 Meet the Guide!

Each week, we’re introducing you to one of the nearly 400 members of the Guides Association of New York City, and the people who bring NYC’s stories to life.

First up: Michael Morgenthal of Extra! Extra! New York Tours. A licensed NYC tour guide since 2010, Michael also serves as President of GANYC.

Follow Michael at Extra!Extra! New York Tours and stay tuned each week to meet another NYC guide.

Looking for a guide? Find Michael and hundreds more at GANYC.org/hire-guide.

Standing tall in New York Harbor for over a century, the Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions of immigrants and stood...
09/07/2026

Standing tall in New York Harbor for over a century, the Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions of immigrants and stood as a beacon of democracy. But how did a gift from France become the ultimate defining symbol of the American spirit?

We’re diving deep into her rich history and lasting impact. Plus, if you’re planning a trip to NYC to see her in person, be sure to book a tour with the Guides Association of New York City (GANYC) for an unmatched expert experience.

In case you missed our story, catch it here - https://youtu.be/D5t8gggtObA?si=DYAYo16xG0WMFP0P

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09/04/2026

Seeing Lady Liberty after lockdown wasn't just a return to work—it was a moment of overwhelming hope.

As a gift from France and America's ultimate beacon of freedom, the Statue of Liberty is the perfect, indispensable stop for the USA250 Tour. This week, Kelli & Bob share the moving story of a local GANYC tour guide whose passion for Lady Liberty and her country goes far beyond a paycheck.

Listen this weekend on your local TSN station (check time/day) in your area or tune in Sunday at 2 p.m. on NewsRadio 1080 KRLD or download the free Audacy app and listen anytime, anywhere.

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09/04/2026

Everyone sees New York. But we don’t all see the same New York.

History, architecture, food, art, and untold stories. It all depends on who you’re seeing it with.

Stay tuned to learn more about the guides from The Guides Association of NYC

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106 West 32nd Street #139
New York, NY
10001

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855-57-GANYC

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