Joined 2025
Sylvie D.
Available Areas
New York (Living)
Languages
English (Native), French (Native)
Response Time
2 hours on average
Availability Updated
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About Tour Guide Sylvie D.
My journey to becoming a tour guide is rooted in a lifelong passion for culture, creativity, and connection. I’ve always been drawn to the richness of human expression—through travel, music, art, and fashion—and how these elements reveal the true spirit of a place. Over time, I realized that what moved me most wasn’t just seeing new places, but feeling them: understanding their rhythm, their stories, and their soul.
New York City has long held a special place in my heart. Its energy, diversity, and layered history constantly inspire me. Becoming a tour guide felt like a natural step—a way to share that inspiration with others. For me, guiding is not just about pointing out sights. It’s about offering an experience that awakens curiosity, fosters understanding, and helps people connect with a place on a deeper level.
This work allows me to combine everything I love—storytelling, cultural exchange, personal connection—and turn each tour into a moment of discovery for both the traveler and myself.
Important
I can give tours from 7 AM to 7 PM
Tours
All tours can be customized for you. Send me a message with your requests!
Categories
Harlem & Gospel History Half Day Walking Tour
Harlem & Gospel History Half Day Walking Tour
Greenwich Village SoHo Little Italy Chinatown Tour
Greenwich Village SoHo Little Italy Chinatown Tour
Reviews
Monica T.
“THE BEST TOUR EVER”
Sylvie is the best tour guide ever!!! She took her time and made sure she left no information out was very informative and detailed about every area we toured! She made my husband’s birthday trip the best ever by making sure he went to Rucker Park. Can’t wait to book her for our next New York tour
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