Full-Day Tour: Iconic New York Highlights & Observatory
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1,372 Ratings
New York
Embark on an immersive journey through New York City's iconic highlights. Walk, use the subway, and take the Staten Island ferry to explore Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy exclusive access to the One World Observatory for a breathtaking perspective. Book now!
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Times Square - Start the tour here under the George M. Cohan statue
  • Broadway - View from route
  • St. Patrick’s Cathedral - If possible group will go inside
  • Fifth Avenue - View from route
  • Rockefeller Center - Visit both inside and outside areas
  • New York Public Library - View from route
  • Chrysler Building - View from route
  • Grand Central Terminal - Visit the Main Concourse
  • New York City Subway - Ride the subway twice during the tour
  • Trinity Church - View from route
  • New York Stock Exchange - View from route
  • Federal Hall - If possible group will go inside
  • Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull) - View from route
  • Canyon of Heroes - View from route
  • United States Custom House - View from route
  • Staten Island Ferry - Group will take return trip on the ferry
  • Brooklyn Bridge - View from Staten Island Ferry
  • Manhattan Skyline - View from Staten Island Ferry
  • Statue of Liberty - View from Staten Island Ferry
  • The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum - Entry to the 9/11 Museum is not included in the tour
  • One World Observatory - End your tour with a trip to the top of the highest building in the Western Hemisphere!
What's Included
  • Fastest itinerary to make the most of your visit
  • Professional, entertaining, local guide
  • One World Observatory Entry Ticket
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation - at least $5.50 per person on a Metrocard needed
  • This is NOT a bus tour
Additional Information

ExperienceFirst invites you on a captivating exploration of New York City, guided by a local expert. Considered one of the best tours, it encapsulates the city’s renowned landmarks.

This tour is structured to enable you to absorb the city’s spirit through walking, taking the subway, and the Staten Island ferry, transporting you from the lively Times Square to the historic Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty.

Moreover, the tour offers special entry to the One World Observatory for a stunning viewpoint. In a small group atmosphere, you’ll benefit from a more personalized and focused experience with your guide.

  • 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
Location
1552 Broadway
Broadway
Tour meets at 46th St. & Broadway (Times Square) under the George M. Cohan Statue. The guide will be there 15 minutes prior to the tour start time and they will be wearing an orange hat and/or a blue shirt or jacket.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Heidimc2404bi
Apr 20, 2024
Amazing way to see NYC in a day! - Highly recommend this tour! It is the perfect way to navigate NYC in a day. We took the tour on our first day here and now feel much more comfortable navigating around the city on our own. We saw so many amazing things and our tour guide John was extremely knowledgeable and SO fun and entertaining. He really made our tour fantastic. (Somebody give that guy a raise!! :-) We had a couple of short“free time” breaks as well as a lunch break which was nice. I love that this is a small group tour. We saw many other tours walking around with big groups of people. The smaller group makes for a much more enjoyable experience. Would definitely recommended this tour! 10/10 loved it!
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534annet
Apr 20, 2024
A fun and interesting day - The tour met all expectations. By walking you can see so much more and our guide Jim was very knowledgeable. He did a great job of making sure that we had the full NYC experience and that we stayed together as a group. The views of the city and the Statue of Liberty were amazing from the Staten Island ferry. It’s a long day but worth it.
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Chad_w
Apr 19, 2024
Great overview of Manhattan - Claire guided us on a fun and informative tour of Manhattan. While we could have accessed all these locations on our own, it was her historical information and enthusiasm that really made it enjoyable. There is a lot of walking involved, but it's at a leisurely pace and really didn't feel like we walked as much as we did.
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Mithunjithk
Apr 17, 2024
BEST FOR SOLO TRAVELLERS - Jim is a great guide. The energy he has and all the explanations he gave was right from his heart. Great experience over all.
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Tonygonzalesrnyahooc
Apr 16, 2024
Taste of the big apple - Did this tour because we had a long layover at Newark airport (14 hours). My wife has never been to New York so we figured this would be a good tour to give her a taste of Nee York and it definitely did not disappoint. John was our guide and he did an amazing job keeping us engaged and entertained the whole time.
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Wanderer567810
Apr 15, 2024
Walking tour of New York. - 7 hour walking tour of New York. Wow what a day, totally unforgettable. We saw things that we would not normally see as a tourist. John Bow was so knowledgeable and super nice. I would highly recommend this day tour. A must have is comfortable shoes. Thank you John.
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Clairewz7926ib
Apr 15, 2024
A wonderful day in NYC - We had a great tour with Mindy C*. Walking through New York with a local was so much fun. Loved the Statten Island ferry and views from One World Observatory on a beautiful afternoon topped off a great day out.
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Q2572jecatherinek
Apr 15, 2024
Fascinating walking tour or the sites and history of New York - My husband booked this tour as part of a short break in New York for ourselves and our 14 year old son. We were met promptly in Times Square by our guide, Jim who took us on a walking tour of all of the local sites before we got the subway down to the Financial District where we boarded the Statten Island Ferry for views of Ellis Island and the Stature of Liberty. Our day trip culminated at the World Trade Centre memorials and a trip up the Freedom Tower. Make no mistake, this was a busy day with a lot of walking, but is it was a fascinating and fun day which was made all the more special with the very knowledgable and ever-cheerful Jim who was able to bring the sites and history of New York to life in a way that no guide book would. Would highly recommend this tour.
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Getaway30473250010
Apr 14, 2024
Amazing tour with Mindy C - I had a great day with Mindy C today! The tour is interesting, packed with facts, stories and fun! I was there with a 2 other tourists, so had kinda private tour for 3 of us :) 100% recommended!!!
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Activefamily007
Apr 12, 2024
NYC Walking Tour - Really good walking tour of New York City. Jim our guide had great knowledge of the city and took the time to make sure we were all enjoying ourselves. He was a pleasure to be with.
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