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NYC Midtown Walking Tour and Observatory Visit 2.5 hr

TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10

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26 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • 2 hrs 30 min
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Explore Midtown with a local guide, then enjoy an observatory visit and sweeping New York City views.

About this tour

See Midtown from the sidewalk and the skyline on a New York City tour that pairs landmark stories with an observatory visit. Choose an option featuring the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, then explore the neighborhood on foot with a local guide.

Your guide leads a walking tour through Midtown, sharing stories and insider details about its famous landmarks. Depending on your selected option, you’ll also take a guided tour of the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock, with entry included. From the observatory, take in sweeping 360-degree views across New York City. The tour ends at Top of the Rock, where you can remain and enjoy the views at your own pace.

Expect a fair amount of walking, so comfortable shoes are a good choice. The tour runs in all weather, and photography is permitted throughout. Choose your preferred observatory option and discover New York City from street level to skyline on this Midtown walking tour.

Highlights

  • Explore Midtown’s famous landmarks on a guided walk
  • Choose an option featuring the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock
  • Admire 360-degree views from an iconic observatory
  • Hear local stories and insider facts from your guide

What's included

Included

  • Expert-led Midtown NYC walking tour
  • Guided tour of the Empire State Building, if selected
  • Entry ticket to the Empire State Building, if selected
  • Guided tour of Top of the Rock, if selected
  • Entry ticket to Top of the Rock, if selected

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities, which are optional

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Important information

  • The tour involves a fair amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions; dress appropriately for the forecast
  • Photography is permitted throughout the tour
  • The tour ends at Top of the Rock, where you may stay at your leisure
  • Meeting point varies; check your booking details for the correct location and instructions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 2.5 hours.

Which observatory can I visit?

Options include a guided visit to the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock. Check your selected option for details.

Is the Midtown walking tour included?

Yes. The expert-led Midtown walking tour is included in all options.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends at Top of the Rock, where you can stay at your leisure.

What should I wear?

Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. The tour operates in all weather conditions.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.60 from 26 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.0.

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