Top 10 Attractions of New York City Full-Day Tour by Car
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New York City, USA
3 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Discover all of New York's top attractions in one day thanks to private car transfers.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
3-hour: NYC Highlights by Car
Explore NYC's top 10 attractions by car. See Times Square, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, Empire State Building, 9/11 Memorial, and more (outside only).
7-hour: NYC Highlights & Statue of Liberty by Car
Explore NYC's top attractions by car and visit the Statue of Liberty (ferry to Liberty Island, no entry inside), Central Park and Grand Central. The car tour is led by a Private Guide but on Liberty Island you will sightsee on your own.
8-hour: Highlights, Statue of Liberty & Empire State by Car
Explore NYC by car and visit the Empire State Building (main deck), Statue of Liberty (ferry to Liberty Island, no entry inside), Central Park and Grand Central. The car tour is led by a Private Guide but on Liberty Island you will sightsee on your own.
What's Included
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in New York City
- - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the 86th floor main deck of the Empire State Building (8-hour option only)
- Ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island (7- and 8-hour options only)
- Private Tour of New York City’s Top Attractions by Car
- Free admission to Grand Central Terminal and Central Park (7- and 8-hour options only)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Admission to the pedestal and crown of the Statue of Liberty
- Free admission to Grand Central Terminal and Central Park (in 3-hour option)
- Ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island (in 3-hour option)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the 86th floor main deck of the Empire State Building(3 & 7hour options)
- Guided tours of Liberty Island (sightseeing on your own)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
What To Expect
New York City
This short car tour is perfect if your time is limited and you want to see only the most important sights without any admission. For your convenience, private transfers include pickup and drop-off at your accommodation so it will be easy to move around the city.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wall Street
In Downtown New York, you will learn about Alexander Hamilton and see Wall Street, the September 11 Memorial and America’s tallest building, the One World Center.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Washington Square Park (Pass By)
You will pass the Washington Square Arch and stop at the Madison Square Park to admire the iconic Empire State Building and Flatiron Building.
New York Public Library
Driving through the dense forest of New York City’s skyscrapers you will also discover popular public spaces such as Grand Central and the New York Public Library.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Times Square
You also cannot miss the dazzling lights of Times Square and Fifth Avenue, one of the world's most expensive streets, with St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Rockefeller Center. At the end of sightseeing, you will be driven back to your accommodation.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Battery Park City
Visit some of its top attractions! This tour includes tickets for a ferry ride from Battery Park, Downtown to Liberty Island, home to the Statue of Liberty.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Liberty Island
Your Private Guide will tell you all about this iconic symbol of New York during the round-trip cruise and take your souvenir photos with Lady Liberty. Guided tours are not allowed on the island but you can explore on your own and get close to the Statue.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Brooklyn Bridge
Other highlights of this extended tour include sightseeing of Brooklyn Bridge and Central Park, and a visit inside the Grand Central Terminal, the famous Art Deco-style transit station with impressive architecture and art.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Empire State Building
Visit the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and Grand Central. Use fast track tickets to the 86th-floor observatory deck to skip the line at the ticket officer and get faster to security lines and elevators. The 86th-floor main deck offers the best panoramic view of Manhattan with its 188 skyscrapers. It's an essential New York City experience!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- The number of attractions depends on the option selected. The 3-hour tour option does not include admission to the Empire State Buildings, Liberty Island (Statue of Liberty), Grand Central Terminal and Central Park.
- Please be ready to depart on time to enjoy the full itinerary.
- Ferry tickets to Liberty Island (Statue of Liberty) allow you to skip the line at the ticket office and board the ferry at your booked time but you will have to queue for the mandatory security checks. Please bring your photo ID with you. Admission to the pedestal and crown is not included.
- Please note that guided tours are not allowed on Liberty Island. Your Private Guide will provide all the necessary information during the round-trip cruise and take your photos with the Statue of Liberty, and you can explore the island on your own.
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Empire State Building grant you immediate entry at your booked time without waiting in line at the ticket office, but you will have to queue for the mandatory security checks and elevators. Admission includes only the 86th floor main deck.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
- For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Top 10 Attractions of New York City Full-Day Tour by Car?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-378258P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Top 10 Attractions of New York City Full-Day Tour by Car?
A:Apr 2025
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).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in New York City.
- - (number of attractions depends on the option selected).
- Skip-the-line tickets to the 86th floor main deck of the Empire State Building (8-hour option only).
- Ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island (7- and 8-hour options only).
- Private Tour of New York City’s Top Attractions by Car.
- Free admission to Grand Central Terminal and Central Park (7- and 8-hour options only).
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice.
The following is NOT included:
- Admission to the pedestal and crown of the Statue of Liberty.
- Free admission to Grand Central Terminal and Central Park (in 3-hour option).
- Ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island (in 3-hour option).
- Skip-the-line tickets to the 86th floor main deck of the Empire State Building(3 & 7hour options).
- Guided tours of Liberty Island (sightseeing on your own).
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Top 10 Attractions of New York City Full-Day Tour by Car is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Top 10 Attractions of New York City Full-Day Tour by Car will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in New York City
- - (number of attractions depends on the option selected)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the 86th floor main deck of the Empire State Building (8-hour option only)
- Ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island (7- and 8-hour options only)
- Private Tour of New York City’s Top Attractions by Car
- Free admission to Grand Central Terminal and Central Park (7- and 8-hour options only)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Admission to the pedestal and crown of the Statue of Liberty
- Free admission to Grand Central Terminal and Central Park (in 3-hour option)
- Ferry tickets to the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island (in 3-hour option)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the 86th floor main deck of the Empire State Building(3 & 7hour options)
- Guided tours of Liberty Island (sightseeing on your own)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- The number of attractions depends on the option selected. The 3-hour tour option does not include admission to the Empire State Buildings, Liberty Island (Statue of Liberty), Grand Central Terminal and Central Park.
- Please be ready to depart on time to enjoy the full itinerary.
- Ferry tickets to Liberty Island (Statue of Liberty) allow you to skip the line at the ticket office and board the ferry at your booked time but you will have to queue for the mandatory security checks. Please bring your photo ID with you. Admission to the pedestal and crown is not included.
- Please note that guided tours are not allowed on Liberty Island. Your Private Guide will provide all the necessary information during the round-trip cruise and take your photos with the Statue of Liberty, and you can explore the island on your own.
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Empire State Building grant you immediate entry at your booked time without waiting in line at the ticket office, but you will have to queue for the mandatory security checks and elevators. Admission includes only the 86th floor main deck.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
- For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
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