Discover NYC’s highlights and hidden gems with diverse tours and sightseeing options. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Tours & Sightseeing

Explore New York City through a variety of tours that cater to all interests. Whether it's guided city tours, historical walks, or themed explorations, find the perfect tour to uncover the city’s best features.

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Activities

Discover the 29 best activities and experiences in New York City!

1-Day Tour to Washington DC from New York, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

1-Day Tour to Washington DC from New York

  • New York, United States
  • 13 hours

Take a day tour with all the highlights of Washington DC from New York

4.5(27 reviews)
From
$139
Central Park: Bike Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Central Park: Bike Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 2 hours

Ride past Central Park's highlights with narration from a professional guide

4.9(17 reviews)

From$59.88

$47.9
Central Park New York: Walking Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Central Park New York: Walking Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 2 hours

Get to the heart of Central Park with a 2-hour walking tour

3(1 review)
From
$57
Central Park: Pedicab Guided Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Central Park: Pedicab Guided Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 1 hour

See the most famous spots in Central Park by a private pedicab

4.1(7 reviews)
From
$40
Day Tour to Philadelphia and the Amish Country from New York, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Day Tour to Philadelphia and the Amish Country from New York

  • New York, United States
  • 12 hours

Day tour to Philadelphia the Amish Country including an Amish buggy Ride

5(6 reviews)
From
$149
Recommended
Edge at Hudson Yards: General Admission, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Edge at Hudson Yards: General Admission

  • New York, United States

Enjoy timed entry to stand on the highest sky deck in the Western Hemisphere

4.6(2,054 reviews)
From
$51.17
Recommended
Empire State Building General Admission: Main Deck, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Empire State Building General Admission: Main Deck

  • New York, United States

Make like King Kong and ascend an iconic tower – it's the best way to see NYC

4.7(2,408 reviews)
From
$47.91
Harlem, Bronx, Queens, & Brooklyn: Full-Day Guided Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Harlem, Bronx, Queens, & Brooklyn: Full-Day Guided Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 7 hours

Discover the main boroughs of NYC with a professional guide

4.1(8 reviews)
From
$50
Harlem: Jammin Jazz Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Harlem: Jammin Jazz Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 3 hours 30 mins

Delve into the history and evolution of Harlem's live jazz scene

5(1 review)
From
$66
New York: 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus + Empire State Building, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York: 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Bus + Empire State Building

  • New York, United States

Explore NYC at your leisure and see the city from a 102-story skyscraper

4.2(4 reviews)
From
$95
New York: 50-Min Liberty Super Express Downtown Sightseeing Cruise Ticket, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York: 50-Min Liberty Super Express Downtown Sightseeing Cruise Ticket

  • New York, United States
  • 50 mins

Take to the water and marvel at Lady Liberty

4.4(21 reviews)
From
$29
New York City: Brooklyn Bridge Bike Rental, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York City: Brooklyn Bridge Bike Rental

  • New York, United States

Explore Manhattan by bike and see the city's highlights in your own time

4.7(3 reviews)
From
$19.05
New York City: Central Park Bike Rentals, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York City: Central Park Bike Rentals

  • New York, United States

Rent a bike and see the sights of Central Park

4.3(87 reviews)
From
$7
New York City: Guided Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York City: Guided Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 2 hours

Discover New York's secrets through the eyes of ghosts and gangsters

5(3 reviews)
From
$35
Recommended
New York City Helicopter Flight: The Manhattan Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York City Helicopter Flight: The Manhattan Tour

  • New York, United States

See the Big Apple from a whole new point of view on this helicopter flight

4.6(238 reviews)

From$248

$235.6
New York City: Skyline Night Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York City: Skyline Night Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 4 hours

One of the best ways to see NYC's skyline is at night!

3.9(7 reviews)
From
$60
New York: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour from Manhattan, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York: Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour from Manhattan

  • New York, United States
  • 4 hours

An in-the-know tour of the best Christmas lights in Brooklyn, New York

4.9(10 reviews)
From
$60
New York: One Day Guided Walking Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York: One Day Guided Walking Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 6 hours

Get to the core of the Big Apple by train, by ferry, and on foot

5(1 review)
From
$89
New York: Secrets of Grand Central Walking Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York: Secrets of Grand Central Walking Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 1 hour 30 mins

Discover the hidden gems and surprising history of this iconic NYC building!

5(3 reviews)
From
$39
New York: Sex and The City Hotspots Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

New York: Sex and The City Hotspots Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 3 hours

Sex and The City fans, your dream NYC tour awaits!

2(2 reviews)
From
$81
Niagara Falls: Day Trip from New York City, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Niagara Falls: Day Trip from New York City

  • New York, United States
  • 19 hours

Explore the mighty Niagara Falls with a guide with roundtrip transport included

4.2(13 reviews)
From
$269
NYC: Lower East Side Food Tour, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

NYC: Lower East Side Food Tour

  • New York, United States
  • 3 hours

Taste delicacies from across the globe on a tour of Manhattan's Lower East Side

4(1 review)
From
$59
Recommended
One World Observatory: Entry Ticket, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

One World Observatory: Entry Ticket

  • New York, United States

Breathtaking 360° views of New York from the One World Trade Center!

4.8(3,183 reviews)
From
$47.91
Recommended
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ticket: Ferry from Battery Park, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ticket: Ferry from Battery Park

  • New York, United States
  • 6 hours

Hop aboard a boat and walk around America's symbol of freedom

4.6(2,176 reviews)
From
$30.5
Recommended
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ticket: Ferry from New Jersey, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Ticket: Ferry from New Jersey

  • New York, United States
  • 6 hours

Hop aboard a boat and walk around America's symbol of freedom

4.4(321 reviews)
From
$30.5
Recommended
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt: Entry Ticket, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt: Entry Ticket

  • New York, United States

An immersive experience atop Midtown Manhattan's tallest commercial skyscraper

4.7(5,428 reviews)
From
$54.44
Recommended
Top of the Rock: General Admission, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Top of the Rock: General Admission

  • New York, United States

Get a million-dollar-view of New York City from the 70th floor!

4.6(1,496 reviews)
From
$51.17
Two Capitals in One Day: Washington and Philadelphia from New York, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Two Capitals in One Day: Washington and Philadelphia from New York

  • New York, United States
  • 15 hours

See the best of D.C. and Philly on an epic road trip from New York City

4.1(8 reviews)
From
$139
Washington DC: Guided Day Trip from New York, New York, United States, NYC Pass.

Washington DC: Guided Day Trip from New York

  • New York, United States
  • 13 hours 30 mins

Explore Washington DC on an enthralling tour led by an expert guide

4.7(13 reviews)
From
$145

Other Attraction Types in New York

Explore the best attractions, activities and experiences in New York City.

Experience thrilling rides and fun attractions at top amusement parks. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Amusement Parks

Unlock NYC’s top attractions with a versatile city card. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

City Cards

Taste your way through NYC with unique and delicious culinary tours. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Culinary Experiences

Enjoy world-class shows, performances, and events in NYC. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Entertainment

Relax and explore beautiful gardens and parks throughout NYC. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Gardens & Parks

Explore NYC’s rich history through its iconic historical buildings. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Historical Buildings

Have fun with friends and family at NYC’s exciting mini-golf courses. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Mini-golf

Discover NYC’s art, culture, and history at top museums and galleries. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Museums & Galleries

Take in breathtaking views of NYC from iconic observation decks. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Observation Decks

Visit New York City’s significant and historic places of worship. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Places of Worship

Discover NYC’s landmarks from the water with scenic sightseeing cruises. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Sightseeing Cruises

Relax and rejuvenate with luxurious spa experiences in NYC. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Spas

Experience exciting sports and events at NYC’s major stadiums and arenas. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Stadiums & Arenas

Explore wildlife and marine life at NYC’s top zoos and aquariums. Best Activities to Visit New York in 2026.

Zoos & Aquariums