Top New York Half-day Tours

One of the most iconic symbols of America, the Statue of Liberty rises up from New York Harbor, welcoming the immigrants who once entered the United States through nearby Ellis Island. Pay a visit to Lady Liberty and learn the stories of those who passed through Ellis Island with this convenient and flexible tour that lets you choose how long you want to spend at each attraction.

Get up close and personal with Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty on a tour that covers two essential NYC landmarks. Listen to the live narration from your guide, and enjoy priority access to the ferry, saving you time spent waiting in long lines. Then, get the best views of Manhattan as you cross New York Harbor by boat, and get ready to discover the sights.

Check off your ultimate NYC bucket list as you sightsee through vibrant neighborhoods in a climate-controlled bus, cruise past Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty on a ferry, and immerse yourself in Ground Zero and Central Park by foot. This top-value combo tour will allow you to experience over a dozen must-see New York attractions. With just one ticket, you can see more of the Big Apple, enjoy skyline views, and take advantage of the hassle-free included transportation.

See the highlights of Niagara Falls State Park—and leave the planning to your guide—with this convenient package deal. Meet in the morning, and hop aboard the Maid of the Mist. Guided narration make this a premium experience. Tickets to the park’s hop-on hop-off and Cave of the Winds are also included, so you can save time and soak up the scenery at your own pace.

Marvel at the 360-degree, unobstructed views from the Empire State Building, and explore its interactive museum and more, with this combo ticket. See NYC's landmarks from the 86th-floor observatory, and enjoy the exhibitions displays on its 2nd and 80th floors. You can also upgrade for skip-the-line entry—or to ascend all the way to the 102nd floor.

Get one of the best views in all of New York City from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Center. Soak up three indoor and outdoor viewing areas and admire the Big Apple’s popular landmarks, such as One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, and more. Booking in advance guarantees your entry to this always-popular attraction.

Prebook your admission to the 9/11 Memorial Museum in lower Manhattan, and guarantee your entry to the center that documented the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001. Museum artifacts include first-person accounts of what happened on that September morning in 2001, multi-media displays, and exhibits on history, which commemorate nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives in the attacks.

Get the New York CityPASS and enjoy great discounts at some of the Big Apple’s top attractions. Your CityPASS mobile tickets are valid for 9 days from the date of first use and includes admission to The Empire State Building and American Museum of Natural History, plus choose admission to 3 more attractions of your choice out of these 6 attractions: Top of the Rock™ Observation Deck, Ferry Access to Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, or Guggenheim Museum

Get up close and personal with several New York City icons on this hassle-free tour. Meet your guide in Battery Park, and receive priority access to the Statue of Liberty ferry. You'll sail across the New York Harbor to Liberty Island, where you'll learn explore the Statue of Liberty Museum. Next, hop on another ferry to Ellis Island to discover the stories of the millions of immigrants who journeyed through this historic site.

It’s possible to spend an entire day inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art and still not see everything, but this guided Met tour is the best way to take advantage of the riches that are inside one of the world’s greatest art museums. See the highlights of the collection and get special insight into the works of art on display, all within a small-group atmosphere. Choose an express tour, or opt for an extended tour to discover even more.

See the highlights of New York City without the hassle of navigating traffic or public transportation with a hop-on hop-off tour. This tour enables busy travelers to relax and enjoy the sights from a double-decker bus; depending on the option you pick, you can access both Uptown and Downtown routes . Along the way, choose to disembark to see the attractions that interest you most, rather than being caught up on a group tour.

Get an authentic introduction to Maori culture with an evening at the Mitai Maori Village of Rotorua. See warriors in traditional dress paddle in an ancient canoe, and be captivated by the displays of weaponry. You'll watch 'haka' and poi dances and view glowworms in their natural habitat. This 3-hour experience includes round-trip hotel transport and a traditional 'hangi' feast with your admission ticket.

Experience New York lit up after dark during this evening tour of the city by bus. Hop on a bus (upgrade for a glass-topped luxury bus) for a ride past illuminated landmarks like Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and the neighborhoods of SoHo and Chinatown, and disembark at the High Line for an atmospheric stroll. You can also upgrade to include tickets to the Top of the Rock observation deck.

Don't waste precious hours on your NYC vacation at the Statue of Liberty when you can try this speedy Lady Liberty cruise that's perfect for travelers with limited time. Just hop aboard and soak up the sea breeze as you're whisked past Lady Liberty. You can marvel at the statue from the water, learn about the landmark from your guide's live narration, and snap a few up-close photos with unobstructed views of this must-see NYC attraction.

Prebook this Go City New York Explorer Pass for top NYC attractions before you get to the Big Apple to save time and money. Your pass is good for up to 60 days and you can choose from two to ten attractions when you book, depending on your needs for your trip. A great pick for families, some of the things to do include the One World Observatory, 9/11 Museum, Statue of Liberty, a hop-on hop-off bus tour, and more.

In remembrance of the events of September 11, 2001, take this guided tour of Ground Zero and the 9/11 Memorial. Walk through the space of the former World Trade Center in NYC, and get a deeper understanding of the events that took place on that day. Your ticket includes skip-the-line access to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, as well as the One World Observatory for panoramic views of the city.

Explore the World Trade Center Complex and learn all about the tragic events of September 11, 2001 on this guided walking tour of Lower Manhattan. You’ll hear dramatic stories of survival and the heroism of first responders as you visit the site of Ground Zero. You’ll also learn about the renewal of the neighborhood while viewing sites such as the Oculus and the Winter Garden. End the tour with a self-guided visit to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum.

See New York City at your feet with admission to the One World Observatory, a 3-story destination on top of the western hemisphere’s tallest building. Ride to the 102nd floor and watch the virtual city skyline transform across centuries of history. Learn about the construction of the skyscraper, which has sweeping views across the city, enjoying New York from a whole new perspective.

Get as close as possible to Niagara Falls on this escape to one of the world’s most incredible natural wonders. Feel the powerful rush of the falls from the Prospect Point Observation Tower, overlooking the American falls. Take a journey to the edge of the rushing water — by boat on the Maid of the Mist and by land on the Cave of the Winds walking adventure.

Tuck into the flavors and traditions of two of New York's top foodie neighborhoods on this Chinatown and Little Italy food tour. While exploring these neighborhoods can be overwhelming on your own, traveling with a guide enables you to focus on the food rather than worrying about getting lost. Plus, the guide takes you to off-the-beaten-path establishments where you can sample gourmet food samples at local eateries.

Don’t settle for seeing Central Park through the window of a non-stop tour bus. Instead, make the most of good weather and enjoy a tour of the park in one of New York City’s iconic horse-drawn carriages. Hear about the history of Central Park and the Big Apple from your driver and take advantage of photo stops at park highlights made famous in so many movies, books and television shows.

The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous symbols of the US, and one of NYC’s most-visited attractions. Book ferry tickets in advance to avoid long lines at the Battery Park ticket booths. Choose a ticket type that suits you, from great-value flex tickets to fast-track reserve-line tickets. All options include access to Ellis Island too.

The High Line, Chelsea Market, and Hudson Yards are three of New York’s hippest and most foodie-focused spots; but exploring them is best with a guide for navigation and insider tips. This small-group tour takes you straight to their best spots and offerings. Roam the elevated High Line park, savor artisanal specialties at Chelsea Market, and discover the modern architecture of Hudson Yards.