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The 15 Best New York City Tours & Tickets

177 tours  ·  from $8 a head

Manhattan runs on timed tickets, so the decisions are made before you arrive. These 15 cover the observation decks, the harbour boats, the museums and the walks between them, each priced and clear about how early the slot really needs to be.

NYC: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets - Entering from Grand Central Terminal
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NYC: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets

1.SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 51,195 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $47Our pick

Enter SUMMIT through Grand Central Terminal and ride to the top of One Vanderbilt for mirror rooms, glass skyboxes, silver balloons, and wide city views. Plan 90 minutes to two hours. Visit by day for clear detail or at night for lights, music, and cocktails. Pants or tights are a smart choice for mirrored floors.

“The security was great. Felt safe for the entry process. The ride up in the elevator was so cool. The view was spectacular and lots of fabulous photo ops. The little restaurant and bar at the end was good-got coffee and a pastry as we went in the morning and were able to sit down and enjoy the breathtaking view some more. Definitely recommend this experience!”

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NYC: 9/11 Memorial & Museum Timed-Entry Ticket - The Historical Exhibition: from before 9/11 to what followed
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NYC: 9/11 Memorial & Museum Timed-Entry Ticket

2.9/11 Memorial & Museum Timed-Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31,428 reviews · 1 day · from $25

Use a timed ticket for contactless entry to New York’s 9/11 Memorial Museum. See more than 10,000 artifacts, hear personal stories, and visit the Memorial’s twin reflecting pools, Survivor Tree, and Memorial Glades. No guide is included, but audio tours are available to buy. Allow at least two hours, and more if you read everything.

“This was a really poignant experience, very thought provoking and sad. We felt the power of the tragedy that this museum commemorates, but the celebration of the people who lost their lives and carrying on their memories. I love that the money goes towards the charity and would recommend this museum to anyone visiting.”

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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets - Observatory & Museum - The museum turns a famous view into a real visit
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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets – Observatory & Museum

3.Empire State Building Tickets – Observatory & Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 25,757 reviews · 45 minutes - 2 hours · from $47

Visit the Empire State Building for 360-degree views from the 86th Floor, with an optional upgrade to the 102nd Floor’s glass-walled observatory. Your ticket also covers interactive galleries, a two-story building model, King Kong displays, the Art Deco lobby, and airport-style security. Allow 45 minutes to 2 hours.

“It was a smooth and easy experience from start to finish. The whole experience was interesting and very informative inside the building with the history behind the building. The views from the 86th floor were amazing and we had the bonus of seeing the sunset this made my trip to NYC complete. A definite must do in NYC”

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NYC: Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets - From the lobby to the 80th floor galleries
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NYC: Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets

4.Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22,072 reviews · from $48

Head to the Empire State Building for the 86th floor open-air deck, interactive galleries, and Art Deco details. Add the 102nd floor for floor-to-ceiling windows and a quieter indoor view. Allow 45 minutes to 2 hours, pass airport-style security, and consider Express entry if you want to spend less time in line.

“The price was absolutely ridiculous just to go to the 86th floor.”

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NYC: Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket - The elevator ride to the 100th floor
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NYC: Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket

5.Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 20,918 reviews · 1 hour · from $39

At Hudson Yards, ride to Edge’s 100th-floor observation deck for indoor and outdoor views from 1,100 feet up. Walk the glass floor, lean against angled glass walls, visit the Eastern Point, and enjoy the Hudson River, Central Park, and Statue of Liberty views. Allow 45 to 60 minutes, with no time limit once inside.

“Very good, you get a immersive walk through experience then you see amazing views. Would definitely recommend as it’s great value for money.”

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New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry - The ferry gives you the first great view
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New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry

6.Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island with Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18,683 reviews · 5 hours · from $19Best value

Take a self-guided ferry trip from New Jersey to Liberty Island and Ellis Island. Walk close to the Statue of Liberty, see the original torch in the Statue of Liberty Museum, and trace immigrant stories at the Ellis Island National Immigration Museum. Audio tours are available in 12 languages, and you set the pace at both islands.

“transportation from Jersey city to the islands was very convenient, great views, plenty of parking.”

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New York City: American Museum of Natural History Ticket - The dinosaur halls and Night at the Museum connections
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New York City: American Museum of Natural History Ticket

7.American Museum of Natural History Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15,447 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Plan on four to five hours, or more, at this huge family-friendly museum beside Central Park. Your ticket covers 40-plus permanent halls, the Rose Center, and the Gilder Center. Choose a ticket with one or all special exhibitions for access to shows such as Invisible Worlds, the butterfly vivarium, or the Hayden Planetarium Space Show.

“Great ! Loads of floors full of things . Just a shame we didn’t have time to see it all”

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New York City: Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket - Entering 30 Rockefeller Plaza beneath the Swarovski chandelier
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New York City: Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket

8.Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14,488 reviews · from $44

Ride 70 floors above Rockefeller Center to three indoor and outdoor decks with wide views of Central Park, the Empire State Building, and Manhattan. Your visit includes the Swarovski chandelier, a short Rockefeller Center film, and a fast 43-second elevator ride. Add The Beam or VIP pass for extra thrills, photos, and lounge service.

“Amazing experience, highly recommended booking at sunset, beautiful view.”

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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: All Options - Liberty Island brings you close to the statue
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Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: All Options

9.Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour: All Options

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13,571 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $69Top rated

Meet at Castle Clinton for a guided visit to Liberty Island, the Statue of Liberty Museum, and, on the longer option, Ellis Island. Guide-led time covers the islands, while both museums are self-guided. Choose a two-hour Liberty Island visit or allow about four hours for both landmarks and the Ellis Island audio guide.

“Mark did a fantastic job giving us a tour of the Liberty island! His personality was perfect for the job, very captivating!”

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New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour - Neighborhoods from Greenwich Village to the Financial District
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New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

10.New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13,166 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend six hours seeing New York with a guide and driver. Ride a climate-controlled bus through Midtown, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown, and the Financial District, walk into Central Park, stop at the 9/11 Memorial, and take the Staten Island Ferry past the Statue of Liberty. Guides such as Rachel, Kevin, and Albert are known for lively city stories.

“Our guide, Albert was courteous, knowledgable and humorous ; an ideal employee in that role. Very respectful of others and a great advert for NYC!”

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NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket - Entering at 11 West 53rd Street
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NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

11.Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12,540 reviews · 1 day · from $30

Use your one-day ticket to explore six floors of MoMA in Midtown Manhattan, including Monet’s Water Lilies, Van Gogh’s The Starry Night, Picasso, Matisse, Warhol, Pollock, film, design, and special exhibitions. Download the free multilingual audio guide, plan on two to four hours, and start on Floor 5 for the main painting collection.

“Really easy access no waiting and cheaper than buying on the day Great value”

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NYC: One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket - The SkyPod turns the elevator into part of the visit
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NYC: One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket

12.One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12,329 reviews · 1 day · from $30

Enter One World Observatory at your timed slot and ride the SkyPod to floors 100 through 102 in 47 seconds. See the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, harbor, and 9/11 Memorial from Downtown Manhattan. Upgrade for faster security, flexible entry, a digital guide, drink or shopping credit, or a 60 to 90 minute tour.

“A visit to the One World Observatory is an unforgettable experience and a must for anyone exploring New York City. The 360-degree views are absolutely breathtaking, offering a stunning panorama of the city from every angle. The excitement begins the moment you step into the elevator, among the fastest I’ve ever experienced, which adds a fun and thrilling start to the visit. We timed our arrival about an hour before dusk, allowing us to witness the city transform from day to night. Watching the skyline light up as the sun set was truly magical. One of the best aspects is that there’s no time limit on your visit, so you…”

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New York CityPASS®: Save up to 41% at 5 Top Attractions - The Empire State Building: start with New York’s classic tower
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New York CityPASS®: Save up to 41% at 5 Top Attractions

13.New York CityPASS®: Save up to 41% at 5 Top Attractions

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,548 reviews · 9 days · from $154

Use one mobile CityPASS for five New York attractions over nine consecutive days. The Empire State Building, American Museum of Natural History, and three chosen sights such as Top of the Rock, the 9/11 Museum, Statue City Cruises, Circle Line, Intrepid, or the Guggenheim are included. Reservations are handled in the CityPASS app.

“I thought the New York City pass was pretty great. you can change your time anytime you want to. I even missed one appointment and they let me use it the next day. we were in New York and had different things to do in a two and a half day. and it was rather hectic. In the future I will take more time to get things done that I want to do, but I will probably use another City pass.”

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NYC: Circle Line 2h Harbor Lights Cruise Skip-The-Box-Office - Starting at Circle Line’s Midtown pier
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NYC: Circle Line 2h Harbor Lights Cruise Skip-The-Box-Office

14.Circle Line 2h Harbor Lights Cruise Skip-The-Box-Office

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,222 reviews · 2 hours · from $45

Cruise New York Harbor for two hours with an English-speaking guide, indoor and outdoor seating, and close views of the Statue of Liberty. You’ll pass Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, South Street Seaport, DUMBO, and three major bridges. A bar serves drinks and snacks, while audio guides cover eight additional languages.

“the tour guide explained buildings which we past and there history”

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New York Explorer Pass: Top Attractions including Edge - Choosing between 2 and 10 attractions
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New York Explorer Pass: Top Attractions including Edge

15.New York Explorer Pass: Top Attractions including Edge

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7,872 reviews · 1 month · from $84

Choose 2 to 10 New York attractions with a Go City Explorer Pass, then use the app to reserve busy sights and plan nearby stops. Pick from Edge, the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, the Statue of Liberty ferry, museums, cruises, tours, and more. Your mobile pass activates at the first attraction and remains valid for 30 days.

“A convenient prepaid way to enjoy the City with no hidden costs. Plenty to choose from. Great Pass.”

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