Explore New York City at your own pace with the New York Explorer Pass. Choose from over 100 attractions and save up to 50% on tickets. Plan your itinerary and enjoy sweeping views, hop-on-hop-off buses, sightseeing cruises, and more!
Explore New York City at your own pace with the New York Explorer Pass. Choose from over 100 attractions and save up to 50% on tickets. Plan your itinerary and enjoy sweeping views, hop-on-hop-off buses, sightseeing cruises, and more!
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Empire State Building - Experience the full Empire State Building Experience, featuring the newly refurbished art-deco lobby, sustainability and historical exhibits, and a complimentary self-guided multimedia tour. Enjoy sweeping views of up to five states from the open-air promenade or the climate-controlled viewing galleries.
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- Empire State Building - Experience the full Empire State Building Experience, featuring the newly refurbished art-deco lobby, sustainability and historical exhibits, and a complimentary self-guided multimedia tour. Enjoy sweeping views of up to five states from the open-air promenade or the climate-controlled viewing galleries.
PLEASE NOTE: Reservations are necessary for this attraction. For more details on operating hours and reservations, please refer to the Go City app or digital guide. Sunset hours cannot be reserved with your pass. Visiting after sunset is recommended to enjoy the city’s night views!
- Edge NYC - The Edge is New York City’s thrilling new attraction, perched high above the stunning, brand new Hudson Yards! Ascend 100 stories in the elevator, then step out onto a vast open-air platform with the iconic skyline before you.
Please note: Reserve your entry at any kiosk outside the Edge entrance for the next available time slot. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- Top of the Rock - Manhattan is synonymous with skylines, and Top of the Rock is among the finest. Ride a glass elevator 70 floors up to the Top of the Rock Observatory. This 55,000 square-foot area includes three observation decks offering unobstructed, 360-degree views of the city, including Central Park, the Hudson River, and even Connecticut on a clear day.
PLEASE NOTE: You must wait in line to receive a time slot. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- Big Bus Tours New York - Use your New York Explorer Pass for access to the Big Bus Classic Panoramic Tour. Travel from one hotspot to another with options for uptown and downtown Manhattan routes.
Enjoy helpful tips, trivia, and history you’ve never heard before. Pre-recorded audio guides are available in ten different languages.
- The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum - The 9/11 Memorial and Museum honor the nearly 3,000 victims of these attacks and all those who risked their lives to save others. Visit the Memorial’s twin reflecting pools that sit in the footprint of where the Twin Towers once stood.
PLEASE NOTE: You must wait in line to receive a time slot. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- Statue of Liberty - Explore the grounds of Liberty Island and enjoy unbeatable views of Lady Liberty and downtown Manhattan aboard a ferry. Then, visit Ellis Island to learn about American immigration and research your family history at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum.
PLEASE NOTE: Reservations are required for this activity. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide. Note that access to the Pedestal and Crown of the Statue of Liberty is not included with your Pass. To access these parts, book Crown Reserve and/or Pedestal Reserve tickets separately and make reservations as soon as possible, as space is limited and tours often sell out months in advance.
- Central Park - Central Park Bike Rental by Unlimited Biking - Strap on your helmet for a whirlwind tour of Manhattan’s top sights, including the great green lung that is Central Park, the Hudson, and, of course, The Guggenheim.
- One World Observatory - Discover the dizzying heights of the One World Observatory, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Be amazed by 360° views over New York, reaching out to Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and more. PLEASE NOTE: You must wait in line to receive a time slot. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- Circle Line Cruises - Offering magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline and interesting tidbits about the city and its surroundings, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises is a true New York institution and a “must-see” attraction while in town. Your New York Explorer Pass offers a variety of cruise options and tours, providing unparalleled views of Manhattan so you can fill your social media with plenty of envy-inducing snaps.
PLEASE NOTE: Upon presenting your pass, a time and date for the cruise must be selected. Allow at least 45 minutes for ample ticketing and boarding time. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum - Learn all about American military and maritime history at the Intrepid Museum and Space Shuttle, a museum that explores the past through four historic vessels: the Aircraft Carrier Intrepid, Submarine Growler, Space Shuttle Enterprise, and the British Airways Concorde. PLEASE NOTE: You must wait in line to receive a time slot. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) - More like a sanctuary than a museum, The Museum of Modern Art in midtown Manhattan has earned its reputation as the greatest collection of modern art in the world, and this world-famous institution is well worth the trip for anyone visiting New York City. PLEASE NOTE: Head to the MoMA ticket desk and present your pass to be issued a ticket for the next available time slot. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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American Museum of Natural History - The American Museum of Natural History is one of the largest in the world, attracting over five million history enthusiasts annually. You might even recognize it as the star of the Robin Williams movie Night at the Museum. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Madame Tussauds New York - Explore fun themed areas and interact with the characters. Hop on a flying bike with E.T., warm-up for late-night TV with Jimmy Fallon, or compete to win the Hunger Games with Katniss Everdeen.
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St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral - Catacombs by Candlelight Tour - This 90-minute guided tour takes you through the underground tunnels and passageways of historic catacombs, with plenty of spine-tingling stories along the way. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum - The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, is one of the 20th century’s most significant and unusual architectural structures. Whether the museum’s content rivals its exterior remains to be decided by the individual visitor.
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Broadway - Broadway & Times Square Walking Tour - Embark on a 1-hour and 45-minute walking tour of two New York City landmarks: Broadway and Times Square, led by a professional insider (an experienced actor or director!) with first-hand experience. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Whitney Museum of American Art - The Whitney Museum of American Art plays a vital role in the contemporary American art industry with an expansive collection featuring a range of twentieth-century and contemporary American art.
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Museum of Sex - The Museum of Sex takes you on an educational journey to the epicenter of human sexuality, around the world, from past to present. Advocating open discourse, the museum displays 15,000 artifacts and perspectives on sexuality from leading scholars, artists, and more.
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SPYSCAPE - Visit SPYSCAPE®, a multi-sensory spy museum and immersive experience that lets you test your skills and intelligence in the world of espionage to discover your inner spy or spy detective.
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National Museum of the American Indian - NYC Slavery & Underground Railroad Walking Tour - Explore the origins of slavery in colonial New York on this guided tour. Learn about how men and women banded together to form the risky network that became the Underground Railroad, and hear some of the stories from those who traveled the route in pursuit of freedom. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Greenwich Village - Greenwich Village Walking Tour - Take a two-hour guided tour of the ‘birthplace of American Counter-Culture’. Home to a large community of artists, writers, and creative types, this Greenwich Village Walking Tour offers an inside look at one of the most bohemian areas of New York City. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Mount Morris Ascension Presbyterian Church - Harlem Jazz Series - Relax and enjoy the cool vibrations of this spectacular jazz line-up. Artistically directed by Craig Harris, a jazz trombonist, composer, and longtime Harlem resident, the series showcases the gorgeous sounds of the classics with a new twist. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Governors Island - Surrey Bike Rental on Governors Island - Just a short ferry ride from Manhattan or Brooklyn, Governors Island is a world away from the hustle and bustle of NYC - it boasts green spaces, car-free paths, and stunning views. Pedal around all 172 acres and explore the sights with a two-hour surrey rental.
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Museum of the City of New York - There’s so much packed into the island of Manhattan that they had to make a museum about it. The aptly-named Museum of the City of New York (MCNY) focuses on the art and history of the Big Apple and boasts a wealth of artifacts showcasing the city’s past, present, and future.
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New-York Historical Society Museum & Library - The New-York Historical Society Museum & Library is perfect for anyone craving an offbeat and often surprising bite of New York City culture, easily digested in an hour or two.
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The High Line - High Line – Chelsea – Meatpacking District Neighborhood Walking Tour - Start by exploring trendy Chelsea Market, an abandoned factory renovated into a food court where you can sample NYC foodie favorites. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Escape Virtuality - Delve into a whole new virtual world at Escape Virtuality, New York’s most exciting VR experience. Your pass includes one virtual reality experience, putting you behind the wheel, in the jungle, or walking the plank with a choice of realistic games. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral - With your New York Explorer Pass, you’ll get expedited entry into the newly-restored cathedral affectionately known as America’s Parish Church. Download your tour narration ahead of your visit and enjoy the insightful commentary as you explore the historic site. The audio tour is currently offered in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese.
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Museum of Jewish Heritage - Learn about Jewish life and history before, during, and after the Holocaust at the Museum of Jewish Heritage.
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Fotografiska New York - Anything but an ordinary museum, Fotografiska New York uses the power of photography to inspire a more conscious world with powerful, unparalleled exhibitions showcasing some of the world’s best photographers, housed in a historic landmark building located in the Flatiron District.
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Rise New York - Embark on an immersive journey through the evolution of NYC’s vibrant pop culture history before soaring skyward for a thrilling bird’s eye view of the Big Apple.
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Rockefeller Center Tour - Spanning the area between Fifth and Sixth Avenue, Rockefeller Center has earned its reputation as a city within a city. Expert guides will take you on a magical Rockefeller Center Tour through its rich history, which is entertaining and educational even for New Yorkers! PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited to 10 guests per tour, and tours are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Wall Street - How Money Was Made: Wall Street Walking Tour - This 2.5-hour tour includes an in-depth live commentary that explores Wall Street’s financial and political importance. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Yankee Stadium - Yankee Stadium Classic Tour - Gain a new appreciation for the New York Yankee franchise and baseball history on a guided tour of legendary Yankee Stadium!
PLEASE NOTE: Tours are popular, so arriving 15 minutes prior to your redeemed Classic Tour start time at the box office is suggested, and please allow time for security. For more details, including operating hours, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- Chinatown - The Official Chinatown Walking Tour - Experience the sights, sounds, and smells of Manhattan’s vibrant Chinatown with a guided walk through its narrow streets. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- Little Italy - The Official Little Italy Walking Tour - Walk the ‘mean streets’ that inspired the young Martin Scorsese to become a filmmaker and discover the often troubled history of this cosmopolitan neighborhood. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- The Ride NYC - This 90-minute part-tour, part-performance takes you to downtown New York’s most notable landmarks and neighborhoods, including Battery Park, the 9/11 Memorial, the Statue of Liberty, and more. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
- LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester - Immerse yourself in a world made of LEGO® bricks at the ultimate indoor LEGO® playground, LEGOLAND® Discovery Center in Westchester, New York.
- Woodbury Common Premium Outlets - No trip to New York is complete without a little shopping. Experience premium New York shopping without the premium New York price tags at The Woodbury Common Outlets and get everyday savings of 25%-65% off name brand designer fashion and goods. Includes roundtrip transportation.
PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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On Location Tours - NYC TV & Movie Bus Tour - On this in-depth tour, you’ll cover over 60 locations from best-loved shows and films, including Trainwreck, American Hustle, Mr. Robot, The Amazing Spider-Man, Marvel’s Daredevil, and Jessica Jones. A knowledgeable guide will be on-hand to tell you insider secrets and trivia about all your binge-worthy favorites. PLEASE NOTE: This activity requires advanced reservations. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide.
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Artechouse NYC - For an immersive exhibition that crosses the boundaries of art, science, and technology, head to ARTECHOUSE - New York’s Original Home for Digital Art!
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Museum of Broadway - Museum of Broadway | Get backstage access to the rich history and vibrant culture of Broadway theater. Explore interactive exhibits that showcase iconic performances, legendary actors and actresses, and behind-the-scenes insights into the production process. From original costumes and set designs to rare photographs and memorabilia, the museum’s collections offer a glimpse into the magic of Broadway.
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Harlem One Stop Cultural Tours - Take a two-hour guided trip around the amazing neighborhood of Harlem, with four walking tours to choose from (taking place on different days of the week). From its Revolutionary War sites, historic mansions, row houses, churches, speakeasies, jazz clubs, and more, these guided tours are some of the best ways to explore Harlem’s diverse cultural and social history. PLEASE NOTE: This activity will require advanced booking. For more details, including operating hours and reservations, check the Go City app or digital guide provided.
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Central Park - Choose from multiple Central Park activities including bike hire, TV and movie sites walking tour, or bike tour. Discover what makes the park an amazing place and see the best bits including Strawberry Fields, the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, and the Shakespeare Garden.
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New York Botanical Garden - Spanning 250 acres, this NYC attraction is one of the most beloved gardens in the world and home to the world’s leading plant laboratory. Join the one million visitors who come each year to take in the 50 different garden and plant collections.
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Brooklyn Botanic Garden - You could easily while away an entire day in the huge urban oasis that is Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Pack a picnic and take the family for a great day out!
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Shake Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos - With music, games, roasts, toasts, and more, you won’t want to miss New York’s longest-running rock ‘n’ roll party.
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Yankee Stadium - Head in for a game on select dates or gain a new appreciation for the Yankees on a stadium tour– whether you’re a sports fan or not. The Classic Tour allows you to explore Yankee Stadium and some of its iconic locations such as the New York Yankees Museum and Monument Park.

- One digital pass for entry at all chosen attractions.
- Visit chosen attractions up to 30 days from first visit.
- Go City app for trip planning (PDF guide available).
- Entry to 2-6 of 90+ top attractions, tours, or activities.
- One digital pass for entry at all chosen attractions.
- Visit chosen attractions up to 30 days from first visit.
- Go City app for trip planning (PDF guide available).
- Entry to 2-6 of 90+ top attractions, tours, or activities.
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Transportation to and from attractions unless stated
- Gratuities
- Some attractions may offer additional ticket upgrades available directly at the attraction.
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Transportation to and from attractions unless stated
- Gratuities
- Some attractions may offer additional ticket upgrades available directly at the attraction.
With the New York Explorer Pass by Go City, you can choose your favorite 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 attractions or tours from over 90 options, saving up to 50%* compared to purchasing individual tickets. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Empire State Building Observatory, Top of the Rock, Edge, and One World Observatory. Experience the city on a Hop on Hop off…
With the New York Explorer Pass by Go City, you can choose your favorite 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 attractions or tours from over 90 options, saving up to 50%* compared to purchasing individual tickets. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Empire State Building Observatory, Top of the Rock, Edge, and One World Observatory. Experience the city on a Hop on Hop off Bus, embark on a Sightseeing Cruise, or delight in a Food on Foot walking tour. There’s something for everyone!
Design your own itinerary and explore the Big Apple at your leisure - you have up to 30 days to use your pass. The pass includes access to the Go City app and a digital guide to help plan your visit. Be sure to check which activities require advance reservations, then simply show your pass on your mobile device at the entrance.
*Savings are based on sample itineraries available on the Go City website.
- Your pass will be available immediately via your Viator confirmation. Hit “Get ticket” to update your email and sync your pass in the Go City app.
- Refer to the Go City app or digital guidebook for the most up-to-date list of attractions. Included attractions are subject to change and each attraction can only be visited once
- Please note: Some activities require reservations. Use the Go City app to plan your itinerary and reserve where necessary to avoid disappointment
- Passes are valid for 1 year from date of purchase. Your pass is activated upon your first attraction visit and remains valid for 30 days
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.