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Tour & Activity Scams in New York, USA
Unlicensed guides, fake tickets, bait-and-switch excursions, and ticket scalping. Below are the tour & activities scams reported in New York — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Las Vegas, Miami, and New Orleans.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Tour & Activities Scams
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Total in New York
How it works
Unlicensed ticket touts near Broadway theaters approach tourists offering "great seats" to sold-out shows at inflated prices. Tickets may be counterfeit, for wrong dates, or obstructed-view seats misrepresented as premium. Prices can be 3-5x face value.
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10 total warnings across all categories