NYC in a Day Tour: Lady Liberty, Times Square, Freedom Tower
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience an immersive journey through New York City, led by a local guide. This top-rated tour captures the city's iconic highlights.
Designed to let you embrace the essence of the city by walking, using the subway, and taking the Staten Island ferry, this experience takes you from vibrant Times Square to the historic Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty.
With a small-group setting, you'll enjoy a more intimate experience and personalized attention from your guide.
Additionally, the tour provides the opportunity to upgrade for a visit to the One World Observatory for breathtaking views from all three levels.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Visit to Broadway, Rockefeller, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and more
Expert local guide who travels with you by foot, subway, and ferry
Ride up the SkyPod elevator to the One World Observatory with sweeping views from 1,250 feet high
Photo ops at Times Square and the Charging Bull Statue
Freedom Tower exhibits, including touch-screen displays, the “Voices” film & the See Forever Theater
Tour inside Grand Central Terminal, including the unusual Whispering Corners
Staten Island Ferry ride with stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline
Tour of the richly evocative 9/11 Memorial
Gratuities
Transportation - at least $5.50 per person on a Metrocard needed
This is NOT a bus tour
Transportation on a Metrocard, Times Square
What To Expect
Times Square
In the entertainment hub of Midtown Manhattan, experience what makes this one of the busiest tourist destinations in the world. Snap a selfie with the lights and signs!
Broadway
Follow in the footsteps of legends like Ethel Barrymore and Lin-Manuel Miranda as you discover how Broadway began in America.
Options
NYC in a Day Walking Tour
NYC in a Day Walking Tour Only: The ultimate one-day NYC tour so you can see it all. Does not include One World Observatory ticket.
Full-Day New York "Must See" Small-Group Tour plus One World Observatory Ticket
Reviews
1,664 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
New York Walking Tour
Jason M,
Jul 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a fun and interesting walking tour with Jim as our guide. Definitely would recommend for those who like to be out and about with others on the streets of New York.
Don’t forget your step...
G H,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Don’t forget your step counter! Jam-packed full day tour around NYC. Really loved it! Guide was great too. A defo must, esp. if your time in the city is short
Fun. Entertaining and informative!
Cindy H,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00You learn a lot about NY in one day. So fun too! Our tour guide, John, was so informative, funny and overall entertaining. I would definitely do this tour again.
Great NY 1d tour
Thorben B,
Jun 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour through NY with our guide John who did a fantastic job, 100% motivated and 1000% knowledgeable. Good rhythm between walking, sights, story, and short breaks.
Rob was great
Georgina E,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Rob was a great guide, amazing story teller and an absolute gem of a guy. Could not recommend more, thoroughly enjoyed the experience…
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