Midtown Walking Tour with Empire State Building Tickets

About this experience

Midtown Walking Tour with Empire State Building Tickets This 90-minute guided walking tour takes you through Manhattan's architectural heart before ascending to the famous 86th-floor observatory of the Empire State Building. You'll explore roughly three-quarters of a mile at a comfortable pace, discovering the stories behind New York's most recognisable landmarks whilst learning about the fierce skyscraper rivalries that shaped the city's skyline. Your expert guide meets you outside Épicerie Boulud at 1 Vanderbilt Avenue, easily identified by their orange ExperienceFirst hat. The tour covers Midtown's essential sights including One Vanderbilt's modern tower, the Art Deco masterpiece Chrysler Building, New York Public Library with its marble lions and underground tunnel network, Bryant Park's green oasis, and the retail influence of Fifth Avenue and Herald Square. The experience culminates at the Empire State Building, where you'll learn about its rapid construction during the Great Depression before taking the lift to the 86th-floor observatory. From here, you'll enjoy 360-degree views stretching from Times Square across the city, and on clear days, as far as Massachusetts. For more spectacular city views, consider the Edge Observation Deck tickets or explore modern heights at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. What is Included 90-minute guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan Expert guide with local insights and historical stories Empire State Building 86th-floor observatory entry ticket 360-degree city views from the observation deck Good to Know The tour lasts 90 minutes and covers approximately three-quarters of a mile at a slow, comfortable pace. Meet your guide outside Épicerie Boulud at 1 Vanderbilt Avenue. Tours operate at 1:45pm from Wednesday to Sunday. The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible. Bring valid photo ID for Empire State Building entry, wear comfortable walking shoes, and dress appropriately for the weather as tours run rain or shine. Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in. Large bags or luggage are not permitted, and outside food and drinks are not allowed. For a standalone Empire State Building experience, you can also book Empire State Building general admission tickets separately.

Highlights

• Go on a 90-min English-guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan, and get entry to the Empire State Building’s 86th-floor observatory
• Walk past some of the tallest buildings, like the Chrysler Building, One Vanderbilt, Bryant Park, and the New York Public Library
• Hear captivating stories of 1930s skyscraper rivalries, the visionaries who shaped New York’s skyline, the influence of Macy’s, and more
• Enjoy panoramic city views from 1,050 feet up from the 86th floor of the Empire State Building, including those of Times Square and the Statue of Liberty.

What is included

• 90-min guided walking tour of Midtown Manhattan Entry to the Empire State Building Access to the 86th-floor observatory English-speaking guide

Not included

• Guided tour of the Empire State Building

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.