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New York Manhattan Walking Tour and Empire State Building Experience 5 hr

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  • New York City
  • 5 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Explore more than 20 Manhattan sights with a local guide, then skip the lines for Empire State Building observatories and skyline views.

About this tour

See Manhattan’s landmark streets on foot, then rise above the city at the Empire State Building. This New York Manhattan walking tour and observatory experience pairs neighborhood stories with sweeping skyline views.

Meet near Federal Hall on Wall Street and explore more than 20 sights with a local guide. Along the way, take in Ground Zero, the Charging Bull, and Fearless Girl, then discover the distinct character of Five Points, Chinatown, and Little Italy. The walk finishes near the Flatiron Building, with local food tips along the route.

Continue to the Empire State Building for its Art Deco lobby, Celebrity Walk, and heritage exhibits. Skip-the-line access takes you to the 86th- and 102nd-floor observatories, and a commemorative photo makes a keepsake of the visit. The full experience lasts about five hours, including a three-hour walk and approximately two hours at the building. Book this New York Manhattan walking tour for a memorable mix of city history, neighborhood flavor, and elevated views.

Highlights

  • Explore more than 20 Manhattan landmarks with a local guide
  • See Wall Street, Ground Zero, the Charging Bull, and Fearless Girl
  • Discover the cultures of Five Points, Chinatown, and Little Italy
  • Skip the lines to the Empire State Building’s 86th- and 102nd-floor observatories
  • Visit the Art Deco lobby, Celebrity Walk, and heritage exhibits
  • Take home a commemorative souvenir photograph

What's included

Included

  • Premium Empire State Building Experience ticket
  • 3-hour Manhattan walking tour
  • Visits to more than 20 New York sights
  • Skip-the-line access to the 86th- and 102nd-floor observatories
  • Commemorative souvenir photograph
  • Local guide
  • Small-group tour

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation, including Metro pass
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options and all areas and surfaces
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Meet to the right of the George Washington statue outside Federal Hall, 26 Wall Street; Wall St subway station is nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The experience lasts about 5 hours: a 3-hour Manhattan walking tour followed by approximately 2 hours at the Empire State Building.

What is included at the Empire State Building?

The ticket includes skip-the-line access to the 86th- and 102nd-floor observatories, exhibits, and a commemorative souvenir photograph.

Where does the tour meet?

Meet to the right of the George Washington statue outside Federal Hall at 26 Wall Street.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The tour is listed as wheelchair accessible, including its areas, surfaces, and transportation options.

Are food and transportation included?

No. Food, drinks, hotel transfers, transportation including a Metro pass, and gratuities are excluded.

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