Top 10 Most Popular New York City Tours & Attractions in 2025/2026

New York City in 2025 is a tapestry of iconic landmarks, neighborhoods teeming with character, and skyline views that stop you in your tracks. Whether you’re gazing at Lady Liberty up close, capturing the city from lofty observation decks, floating past Manhattan on a yacht at sunset, or uncovering hidden gems in Greenwich Village and Central Park—NYC delivers unforgettable moments around every corner.

Our curated Top 10 NYC Tours & Attractions list is built on real reviews and bestseller status from GoTicketless and travel platforms. From the 9/11 Memorial and Hudson Yards heights to guided strolls across boroughs, these experiences offer the perfect mix of history, culture, panoramic views, and local flavour. Let’s explore the Big Apple like a local (or VIP) in 2025.

1. New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour
   A comprehensive 6-hour guided coach tour covering landmarks like Central Park, Rockefeller Center, 9/11 Memorial, and a ferry ride to see the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Rated ~4.8 with thousands of reviews.

2. Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island & 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour
   Includes expedited ferry access to Lady Liberty and Immigrants Island, finishing with a guided visit to the Memorial grounds.

3. See 30+ Top New York Sights Walking Tour
   Covers Manhattan highlights like Wall Street, Greenwich Village, Central Park, Times Square, and more in one day with a fun local guide.

4. Empire State Building Admission Ticket
   Priority or standard access to the 86th-floor observatory, sometimes including the 102nd-floor deck and on-site exhibitions.

5. Big Bus NYC: Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour
   A flexible way to explore both downtown and uptown routes in Manhattan at your pace.

6. Central Park Pedicab Guided Tour
   A peaceful ride through Central Park in a horse‑drawn pedicab or bicycle-powered cab with insightful stories from your guide.

7. Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission
   Visit NYC’s highest outdoor sky deck featuring floor-to-ceiling glass walls and city-spanning views.

8. Statue of Liberty Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
   A stylish 90-minute harbor cruise offering elevated views of the Manhattan skyline, with drinks included in some cases.

9. All‑Access 9/11 Memorial, Museum & One World Observatory Tour
   A multi-site experience that includes museum admission, memorial plaza, and One World Observatory access.

10. Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise
    Luxury boat tour circling Manhattan’s architectural landmarks, with narration by AIA specialists & complimentary drink.

Ticket Information:

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• Cancellation depends on the ticket type chosen. See ticket information for more details.
• Magic Made Simple: Just £5 Total Deposit Today. Pay 14 days before start date*

Guide Prices For New York City

New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour
Duration: ~6 hours
Starting Price: £64

Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island & 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour
Duration: Half to full day
Starting Price: £60–£65

See 30+ Top NY Sights Walking Tour
Duration: ~5+ hours
Starting Price: £55

Empire State Building Admission Ticket
Duration: ~1–2 hours
Starting Price: £40–£45

Big Bus NYC Hop‑On Hop‑Off Open‑Top Tour
Duration: Flexible (1–2 days)
Starting Price: £28

Central Park Pedicab Guided Tour
Duration: ~1–3 hours
Starting Price: £26

Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Duration: ~1–2 hours
Starting Price: £45–£50

Statue of Liberty Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
Duration: ~90 minutes
Starting Price: £40–£50

All‑Access 9/11 Memorial, Museum & One World Observatory Tour
Duration: Half to full day
Starting Price: £80–£90

Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise
Duration: ~1.5–2 hours
Starting Price: £75–£85

Terms and conditions:

• Tickets will become available to download from your Go Ticketless account dashboard upon your payment clearing.
• Tickets only valid from the date selected when booking. No refund for partially used tickets.
• Tickets are only valid for the stated attraction and for the purpose as stated on the description.

*Just £5 Deposit maybe available for select attractions where your selected start date is more than 14-days away from today. Full payment is required to clear before midnight 14-days prior to selected start date. If payment has not cleared by 29:59 local time by the cut-off date, the tickets will automatically be cancelled without prior notification.

Cancellation Policy: Please see individual attraction details for cancellation policies. If the attraction selected is eligible for cancellation, a refund will be offered as long as the order is cancel before the stated period expires*. Customers can cancel their tickets via their Go Ticketless account dashboard, via Live Chat or WhatsApp (during operational hours) or via emailing tickets@goticketless.co.uk. Email cancellation notifications will only be dealt with on the next working day (Mon-Sat during operational hours). We suggest you DO NOT leave cancelling your tickets until the last moment.

*If full payment has been made for an order that is valid for cancellation, an admin fee of £5 per person will be applied before any funds are returned. If you cancel an order that is valid for cancellation, and you have only paid the deposit, we’ll provide you with a £5 discount code to use against a future purchase.