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Glimpse a City Renewed

About Us

Tim Keller famously wrote, Cities, quite literally, have more of the image of God per square inch than any other place on earth.


But we know that for many people, whether they’re from a faith background or not, New York City seems like someplace to avoid. We’ve seen the headlines: rats, corruption, increasing crime. But are those headlines really true? Or is there a beautiful renewal happening in this city that sits at the center of many industries? Let us show you what’s really happening in New York City—or what can happen when people choose to serve and love the city and its inhabitants. 


At Get A Glimpse Tours, we offer a unique way to experience New York City through a city-positive, renewal-minded, community-focused lens. Our tours give a local's perspective on the city’s iconic landmarks, rich history, and vibrant culture, all while reflecting on the deeper values that shape our lives. Whether you're a visitor or a local, we invite you to discover the stories and connections woven into the fabric of this incredible city.

Chris Dolan

Founder & Tour Guide

Chris Dolan is not a native New Yorker, but every generation of his family has lived in the New York City area since his ancestors immigrated to the United States. Chris has lived in the city for fifteen years with his wife, and he's now raising his own son here. Chris loves architecture, infrastructure, adaptive reuse, and third spaces. He's interested in how cities work and how communities flourish. Most of Chris' career has served churches and nonprofits from an operations and technical angle, with one of those roles being under the leadership of Tim Keller — the C.S. Lewis of our time, whose known vision for loving the city continues to inspire Chris.


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