Full-Day New York "Must See" Small-Group Tour plus One World Observatory Ticket

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New York City, USA

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Overview

Experience an immersive journey through New York City, led by a local guide. This top-rated tour captures the city's iconic highlights.

Designed to let you embrace the essence of the city by walking, using the subway, and taking the Staten Island ferry, this experience takes you from vibrant Times Square to the historic Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty.

With a small-group setting, you'll enjoy a more intimate experience and personalized attention from your guide.

Additionally, the tour provides the opportunity to upgrade for a visit to the One World Observatory for breathtaking views from all three levels.

What's Included

  • Visit to Broadway, Rockefeller, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and more
  • Ride up the SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory with sweeping views from 1,250 feet high
  • Photo ops at Times Square and the Charging Bull Statue
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation - at least $5.50 per person on a Metrocard needed
  • This is NOT a bus tour
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Broadway
New York, NY 10036, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

West Street
New York, NY 10007, USA

The tour ends at the One World Observatory in Lower M

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Start Time • Daily 9:30 AM

What To Expect

Times Square

In the entertainment hub of Midtown Manhattan, experience what makes this one of the busiest tourist destinations in the world. Snap a selfie with the lights and signs!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Broadway (Pass By)

Follow in the footsteps of legends like Ethel Barrymore and Lin-Manuel Miranda as you discover how Broadway began in America.
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Rockefeller Center

Home to shopping, dining, and beautiful art deco architecture, Rockefeller Center is a place you may want to return during your stay. Your guide has tips for your visit!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Patrick's Cathedral

This is the largest Gothic Catholic cathedral in the country. Admire its white marble exterior and towering spires.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New York Public Library (Pass By)

See this NYC institution on our route and wave to the lions.
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Chrysler Building (Pass By)

As we pass, you’ll glimpse the building that was briefly the world’s tallest.
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Grand Central Terminal

Test the mystery of the Whispering Corners and be awed by the celestial mural on the ceiling.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New York City Subway

We’ll board the subway for a quick ride to Lower Manhattan, and you’ll learn how to travel like a real New Yorker.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull) (Pass By)

Take a photo with this bronze sculpture that symbolizes American commerce. You might be surprised what will bring good luck here!
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Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House (Pass By)

This Beaux-Arts landmark built in the early 20th century was once a building used to collect duties. Learn why it’s named for Hamilton.
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Canyon of Heroes (Pass By)

Walk the famous ticker-tape parade route starting in Battery Park as you learn the story of the Canyon of Heroes.
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Brooklyn Bridge (Pass By)

Glimpse New York’s most famous bridge, seen from our route.
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Staten Island Ferry

Ride the ferry for an authentic NYC experience, and enjoy views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. It’s great for photos.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Trinity Church (Pass By)

See where Alexander Hamilton and other famous New Yorkers lie buried in the graveyard outside this Gothic Revival church dating to 1846.
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9/11 Memorial Pools

This peaceful plaza features the largest man-made waterfalls in the country. We’ll learn more about the stories and heroism of that fateful day as we pause here.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wall Street

This is the symbolic center of American finance. See the New York Stock Exchange and learn why Wall Street looks so large on the global financial scene.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Federal Hall (Pass By)

See the place where George Washington was inaugurated as president, though the original building is gone. The many-columned national landmark that stands here today was built in 1842.
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One World Observatory

Upgrade to visit this 360-degree observation deck at the One World Trade Center. Your upgrade is optional but a perfect capstone to your day in NYC!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Approximately 5 miles of walking. Please do not book this tour if you cannot walk 5 miles over 7 hours.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Full-Day New York “Must See” Small-Group Tour plus One World Observatory Ticket?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.93 out of 5 stars based on 1,590 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Visit to Broadway, Rockefeller, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and more
  • Ride up the SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory with sweeping views from 1,250 feet high
  • Photo ops at Times Square and the Charging Bull Statue
  • Freedom Tower exhibits, including touch-screen displays, the “Voices” film & the See Forever Theater
  • Tour inside Grand Central Terminal, including the unusual Whispering Corners
  • Staten Island Ferry ride with stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline
  • Tour of the richly evocative 9/11 Memorial
  • Expert local guide who travels with you by foot, subway, and ferry
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation - at least $5.50 per person on a Metrocard needed
  • This is NOT a bus tour

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Approximately 5 miles of walking. Please do not book this tour if you cannot walk 5 miles over 7 hours.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Cancellation Policy

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Free cancellation
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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