Activities

One day New York City tour: walking, subway and ferry with optional One World Observatory upgrade

Free cancellation

Language: English

Availability: Daily

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Flexible

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Group tour

Do this because

Immerse yourself in New York history with expert guides in a small group of 15 or less
Travel like a local while you view and explore some of the city’s most iconic features
Soar to the One World Observatory for the most incredible view of the Big Apple (ticket included in upgrade)

What to expect

The tour begins in Times Square, the heart of New York City. Visit storied St. Patrick’s Cathedral, see the New York Public Library and gaze at the glittering steel spire of the Chrysler Building.

Stop by Whispering Corners on your way to the subway before heading down to Wall Street for an insider’s view of the Financial District.

If you’ve chosen to upgrade at the conclusion of your tour, you’ll be admitted to the The Observatory at the One World Trade Center Tower (also known as “Freedom Tower”). Its panoramic observation deck is a marvel of engineering and architecture.

Itinerary includes:

Times Square
Broadway Theater District
Rockefeller Center
St. Patrick’s Cathedral
New York Public Library (view from route)
Chrysler Building (view from route)
Grand Central Terminal
New York City Subway
Charging Bull Statue
Alexander Hamilton Custom House
Canyon of Heroes / Ticker Tape Parade Route
Brooklyn Bridge (view from route)
Statue of Liberty and NYC Skyline (view from Staten Island Ferry)
Trinity Church
National 9/11 Memorial
Wall Street
New York Stock Exchange
Federal Hall
One World Observatory (upgrade)

What's included

Live guided tour by a New Yorker
Option to gain access to One World Observatory

What's not included

Gratuities
Bus
One World Observatory tickets-accessible via optional upgrade

Where

George M Cohan Statue at 46th Street and Broadway

Meeting point:

Please meet your guide at the George M Cohan Statue in Times Square. They will be wearing an orange hat and/or a blue shirt/jacket

What to remember

The majority of the day will be on foot. However, at some points throughout the tour, you'll travel by subway and ferry
Guides will be wearing an orange hat and/or blue shirt/jacket
One World Observatory tickets are accessible via an optional upgrade
There are several miles of walking at a moderate pace. Please dress appropriately for long distance walking and for the weather
It is suggested that you purchase a MetroCard before the start of the tour because you'll be taking public transportation

Provider

ExperienceFirst Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Anonymous
From United States of America - August 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Great experience and Jim was a great guide! I saw a lot and a lot about NYC!

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One day New York City tour: walking, subway and ferry with optional One World Observatory upgrade

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