The Best of New York City: Private Tour including Top of the Rock

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6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Beginning with views of the Statue of Liberty, you will learn about the history of perhaps the most iconic city in the world as you absorb the truly vibrant atmosphere of the city that never sleeps, from Wall Street to the bustling streets of Downtown Manhattan, the sparkling brilliance of Times Square and end with tickets to see the glorious views from the Top of the Rock - the sky-high observatory at the Rockefeller Centre.

You will get to stroll Bryant Park, admire the art deco skyscrapers the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building (that made up New York's world-famous skyline), walk along the iconic 5th Avenue and Times Square, amongst many other amazing sites of New York City!

Finally, passing by the iconic Radio City Hall, your guide will give you your tickets to 'The Top of the Rock', the Rockefeller Observation deck at the top of the Rockefeller Centre.

What's Included

Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Tickets to the Rockefeller Centre Observation Deck 'Top of the Rock'
A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group
One metro ride
Hotel pick up and drop off
Food and drink
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you beside the 'Battery Park Control House' located at 3825 State St, New York, NY 10004, United States.

End point

Tour finish point will be at Top of the Rock - 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Battery Park

    Start your tour at Battery Park and learn about the origins of New Amsterdam, how it became New York, and admire the views of the iconic Statue of Liberty.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Wall Street

    Pass by Wall Street's famous bronze statues of the Charging Bull and the Fearless Girl.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Trinity Church NYC

    See the area's main sites of Trinity Church, the New York Stock Exchange, and the Federal Reserve Bank as you learn about the financial system designed by Alexander Hamilton.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

    Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero where the twin towers of the World Trade Center stood, an incredibly moving tribute to the horrendous events of that terrible day in 2001.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Midtown Manhattan

    Discover the bustling district of Midtown Manhattan - famous for its skyscrapers, shopping on 5th Avenue and Broadway.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Grand Central Terminal

    Tour the interior of Grand Central Terminal - New York's train station famous for its Beaux-Arts architecture, celestial mural ceiling, and for its starring role in films like Men in Black and Armageddon, it is visited by over 20 million people a year. Here, you will also be able to enjoy a lunch break.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Bryant Park

    Walk through the tranquil Bryant Park, and admire the lions in front of the New York Public Library.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Times Square

    Enjoy the vibrant and exciting atmosphere of Times Square with its flashy billboards and explore the theatre district of Broadway.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Take a stroll down the iconic 5th Avenue and admire the stunning window displays of the Saks department store.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10
    St. Patrick's Cathedral

    See the historic St. Patricks Cathedral from the outside - its neo-gothic splendour is a stark contrast to the surrounding modernity. Also get to admire some of New York's jaw-dropping Art Deco skyscrapers like the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    Top of the Rock

    Finish your tour with tickets to the 'Top of the Rock' the observatory at the top of the Rockefeller Centre with incredible views over New York City - a perfect way to end the day!

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Tags

Full-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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