Private NYC Walking Tours | Custom Cinematic Itineraries by Denis Spedalieri

A director’s eye for pacing and framing is how I read the streets, but the reality of my tours is built entirely on real hospitality, real flexibility, and genuine human connection. Here is the honest feedback from the people who have shared the sidewalks with me.

“What you won’t get from a tour with Denis is someone reciting some dull AI-written script. Instead expect to see the city through the eyes of someone who seems to be infinitely curious…”

“Both times I’ve been on tours with him his enthusiasm, depth of knowledge and sense of humor made the experiences memorable and fun. Big recommend!”

— Explore35205171442 / TripAdvisor (Solo Traveler)

“He confirmed the plan, but was flexible to change if needed. He listened to what we wanted and delivered.”

“Denis was great, would have no hesitation in recommending. He wrote to us in good time to exchange ideas… We wanted to see things that you don’t see on the group/tourist events.”

— chuffie_echo / TripAdvisor

“He certainly went above and beyond with treating us to a very complete Harlem tour. This tour was exactly what we were looking for.”

“The best thing about the tour was when Denis asked us if we needed to wrap up on time or had a few more minutes. We didn’t have plans for a while, so Denis offered to show us a few more Harlem sites that typically he doesn’t have time to show people.”

— Brent H. / TripAdvisor (Couples)

“He showed us what we wanted to see and what we didn’t know what we wanted to see…”

“Denis was an amazing tour guide, fun friendly and very knowledgeable… Denis even came to our hotel as we found the subway a challenge, and made sure we got back safely at all times, if you go to New York you need a Denis.”

— Keith H. / TripAdvisor (Couples)

“Denis was a great guide and was very flexible with me and my young boys!”

“We enjoyed spending the day and seeing NYC with him!”

— Sabrina D. / TripAdvisor (Family Trip)

“Denis is so generous with his time and so eager to share his love for the city that you never feel rushed.”

“Denis is an incredibly enthusiastic and passionate tour guide with an impressive depth of knowledge about every aspect of New York city. We toured as a family with our 16- and 12-year-olds, and Denis managed to keep all of us informed, engaged, and genuinely interested throughout.”

— imcruz_78 / TripAdvisor (Family Trip)

“He helped me customize on the fly as we added way too many stops. Worth every penny!”

“Denis helped us decide what to do and help create a custom itinerary. He was very accommodating. I planned ten times more than I should have and he tried to help us get as much as we could get done.”

— Shane S. / TripAdvisor (Friends Trip)

“This private tour with Denis was everything we hoped for and more! … It truly checked all the boxes”

“He gave us a great mix of tradition and history in Harlem, vibrant street art and character in Mott Haven, and stunning skyline views from Long Island City. Denis was knowledgeable, friendly, and kept everything running smoothly.”

— Frederick W. / TripAdvisor

“Knowledge of historical sites, natural landscapes, rivers, bridges, explanation of cultures in each Borough were explained in depth.”

“Our guide Denis was amazing. It was a cold and windy day in Brooklyn. He was considerate and allowed a stop to warm with a Latte. Denis is definitely a people person. His professional enthusiastic personality shined through his love of Brooklyn.”

— Evelyn S. / TripAdvisor (Friends Trip)