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

New York City, USA
Duration6h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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

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

What to expect

  1. Battery Park
    30m
    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.
  2. Wall Street
    30m
    Pass by Wall Street's famous bronze statues of the Charging Bull and the Fearless Girl.
  3. Trinity Church NYC
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    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.
  4. The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    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.
  5. 45m
    Discover the bustling district of Midtown Manhattan - famous for its skyscrapers, shopping on 5th Avenue and Broadway.
  6. Grand Central Terminal
    1h
    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.
  7. Bryant Park
    30m
    Walk through the tranquil Bryant Park, and admire the lions in front of the New York Public Library.
  8. Times Square
    30m
    Enjoy the vibrant and exciting atmosphere of Times Square with its flashy billboards and explore the theatre district of Broadway.
  9. 30m
    Take a stroll down the iconic 5th Avenue and admire the stunning window displays of the Saks department store.
  10. St. Patrick's Cathedral
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    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.
  11. Top of the Rock
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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!

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.

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

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