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New York City’s 15 most popular skip the line tours, with what each one costs, how long it runs and where you actually book it.
Skip the One World Observatory line, ride the SkyPod in 47 seconds, and enjoy 360° views of NYC from floors 100–102.
Most Popular“Amazing views of New York. Friendly staff and seats available. Also looked very festive.”
Skip-the-line 1-hour Circle Line harbor cruise with Statue of Liberty views within 100 feet, Ellis Island stories, and NYC skyline bridges.
“Nice moment (1 hour) with condensed view of few NY historical monuments. No stop in islands for visits. The visit is only from the boat.”
Sunset cruise to the Statue of Liberty from South Street Seaport with close views, outdoor decks, full bar drinks, and a 9-language audio guide.
“Loved this! Was such a beautiful sunset. So glad the rain let up. Got some incredible shots.”
Express skip-the-line entry to the Empire State Building: 86th-floor 360° views, optional 102nd floor, plus Art Deco lobby.
“Skipping the lines so we could get to the top a lot quicker and in the elevator”
A guided 9/11 Memorial walk in NYC plus skip-the-line museum entry. See key sites with context, then explore artifacts on your own.
“Our guide Sara was FANTASTIC!! She was enthusiastic, so very KNOWLEDGEABLE , patient, passionate & kind. I love the human & positive elements that she brought to such emotional and difficult memories. She taught us so much about NeRead more”
Skip-the-line One World Observatory all-day ticket with priority security, iPad experience, and a $15 credit for food or shopping.
“Friday morning at 9 am there were no lines - so the skip the line features of some of the more expensive tickets were not really needed.”
A 2-hour Met highlights tour with skip-the-line entry, expert art commentary, Temple of Dendur, major European works, modern icons, plus a seasonal roof garden.
One World Observatory skip-the-line combo delivers 360-degree NYC views fast, with priority access and a $5 voucher for food or retail.
“best observation deck find found in NYC for sure. very comfortable and organized and impressive. 5 star plus”
Skip-the-line premium tour at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt with a guided 90-minute walkthrough, interactive exhibits, Manhattan views, and a digital photo package.
“The entire experience was amazing! Breathtaking views, and fun interactive things. Our VIP experience was awesome! We bought the Skip the Line passes- well worth it!”
Two-hour Met highlights tour with skip-the-line entry, an expert English guide, and major works from Egypt to modern art for $59.
“Our guide was not as knowledgeable as we would have liked. Frequently had to read the signs to give you info at which I could have done and saved 100. Everyone in group was disappointed. No real insight to the art pieces. Heard other guides from other tours give so much more info. Cindy was…”
Skip the line for a 3-hour dueling pianos party in NYC with table-side service, singalongs, games, and prizes. Drinks extra.
“Meilleure expérience de NY. Souvenir inoubliable. Les musiciens sont extraordinaires... Petit bémol le placement dans le bar, à deux vous êtes assez loin de la scène...en groupe vous avez de meilleures tables!”
45-minute Central Park moonlight horse carriage ride with a photo stop, blankets, and carrot feeding from the South end of the park.
“Great interactive tour guide who answered all of our questions! She provided us with nice heavy blankets to keep us warm.”
Skip the line at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt with a guided fast-pass tour, skyline views, mirror installations, and a digital photo package from $162.
“Amazing!!!”
VIP 50-minute private horse-and-carriage tour of Central Park with photo stops, warm blankets, and feeding the horse a carrot.
“We could have benefit more from the tour if the driver; Mario, wasn't on the cellphone throughout the whole ride”
Private Met tour for kids with skip-the-line entry, Greek, Roman, Egypt and Impressionist highlights, guided in English.
“Our guide James was excellent and really adapted to how the kids were feeling and what they seemed interested in. Highly recommend James if you have kids. Also line was huge and James saved us easily an hour wait in line.”
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