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Experience 5 top attractions and save up to 42% with New York CityPASS® tickets. One simple purchase removes the stress of planning, so you can relax and enjoy your memories in the making. With 9 days to use your tickets, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the top sights. New York CityPASS® tickets include admission to 5 attractions. Includes: Empire State Building Observatory - AM/PM Experience, Entry includes the 86th Floor Observatory 2nd Floor Museum, plus bonus same-night general admission American Museum of Natural History – General Admission + 1 Ticketed Exhibition Entry includes over 40 galleries, plus one of the following ( subject to availability) Invisible Worlds, the Davis Family Butterfly Vivarium, giant-screen film, a ticketed special exhibition or the Hayden Planetarium Space Show (based on availability). Plus choose 3 of the following: Top of The Rock® Observation Deck - General Admission - Entry includes three levels of indoor and outdoor viewing terraces, the Welcome Gallery, and access to The Weather Room Cafe & Bar. 9/11 Memorial & Museum - General Admission - Entry includes all exhibitions and rotating galleries. Statue of Liberty Grounds and Ellis Island - Official Ferry — Ticket includes the only authorized ferry access to the Statue grounds (Crown and Pedestal not included) with self-guided audio tour and admission to the Statue of the Liberty Museum and Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises - One Regularly Scheduled Cruise — Ticket includes choice of Landmarks, Liberty Midtown, Liberty Super Express, Best of NYC, Harbor Lights, The Beast, Downtown Beast, or Statue at Sunset cruise. Intrepid Museum - General admission, entry includes the Space Shuttle Pavilion, the submarine Growler, the immersive Kamikaze experience, and all temporary exhibition. Guggenheim Museum General admission – Entry includes the collection and special exhibits, plus a free daily architecture tour and digital guide with content in multiple languages (accessed via personal mobile device). Plan Your Trip: Download the My CityPASS® app or visit my.citypass.com to access your tickets, make reservations (if required), and view attraction details. Top reasons why CityPASS® tickets might be right for you: Value: CityPASS® tickets save you time and money at the most popular attractions. Convenience: A single purchase and simple trip planning make CityPASS® tickets easy to use. Flexibility: CityPASS® tickets are valid for 9 days, so you get plenty of time to explore. Trust: 29 million travelers have enjoyed CityPASS® experiences since 1997.
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There’s plenty to discover about the World’s Most Famous Building, from its rich history to its unique design. Dive deeper into what makes this New York icon a can’t-miss experience.
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The Go City Explorer Pass is perfect for those who want to see NYC at their own pace. Choose two, three, four, five, six, seven or ten attractions from over 90 top sites and tours and visit them any time you want within 30 days from your first attraction visit—including the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock, One World Observatory and the Hop-on/Hop-off double-decker bus. Each purchase includes a fully digital pass, which can be printed at home, and a free digital guide app which can be used to download and display on your smartphone.
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Hop on our NYC sightseeing tours and take a journey through The City That Never Sleeps. Dive in and explore with our flexible tours, which allow you to hop on and hop off the bus as much as you like. Explore New York City from 10+ different stops, conveniently located close to major landmarks and attractions. You'll have plenty of time to discover New York at your own pace, with buses scheduled to arrive at stops regularly. You can choose between 24-hour, 48-hour and 72-hour tickets, giving you plenty of time to check out.
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Do you want to see the best that New York City has to offer in luxury and style while making a memory that will last a lifetime? As one of the top rated things to do in NYC, private helicopter tours are a fun way to see famous and historic landmarks. Avoid the crowds and traffic associated with typical sightseeing tours based on the ground and soar above them in comfort with Charm Aviation’s helicopter tour of New York City. Departing from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport, this luxury helicopter ride of NYC offers the best view of NYC, showing everything there is to see in the city. Our tours offer exceptional views of iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, the Empire State Building…the list goes on and on. When you book a tour, you’ll be able to see all these iconic landmarks from an incredible vantage point… above them! We also offer private flights for individuals or small groups– and you can customize our tours to fit your needs. Choose from six different options: shared or private flight; 15-minute tour or 30-minute tour; and more! Whether you’re looking for a romantic date night, a fun family activity, or just want to spend some time enjoying the view from above New York City’s incredible skyline, we’ve got the option for you! Highlights • In-depth commentary on the sights from your guide • The go-to tour that delivers iconic views every time • Small group guaranteed — the helicopter seats five to six people • Guests under the age of 2 can sit on laps for free — no ticket needed! • Easy to fit into your schedule, with several departure times Make It Yours — Fly Private Enhance your experience with a private helicopter tour, reserved just for you and up to five of your closest friends or loved ones. Enjoy the comfort, privacy, and flexibility of having the aircraft to yourselves as you soar above New York City’s iconic skyline. It’s the perfect way to celebrate a special occasion — or simply make the moment unforgettable, without the crowds. Important information Please note that a heliport security fee of approximately $40 USD must be paid directly to Charm Aviation by guests. This fee is subject to change without prior notice. The maximum number of people permitted to participate in a private tour is six. For flights scheduled after 4pm, we strongly recommend arriving at least 45 minutes before your flight instead of 30 minutes due to increased commuter traffic.
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Our first stop is the city of Cambridge where will find one of the most famous and most prestigious universities in the world Harvard. Our tour starts with a walk in Harvard Yard the oldest academic ground in America. We see Widener library and then rub the shoe of John Harvard for good luck. We continue to a panoramic tour passing by City Hall, MIT and Cambridge College, we cross the Charles River and arrive in the center of the intellectual capital of the country. Visit Copley square with beautiful Trinity church. Next up is a walk along the freedom trail through Boston Common Park. We break for lunch at Quincy Market where we can try the well-known Clam Chowder or a lobster roll. After lunch we visit the site of the famous Tea Party. In the late afternoon, we will depart southwest for an evening arrival in New York.
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Seize the opportunity to experience Philadelphia and Pennsylvania's Amish Country during your time in NYC with this hassle-free tour. Rather than juggling trains, buses, or rental cars, relax aboard a comfortable bus or Sprinter. Travel first to Philadelphia's historical highlights, such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Then, head for Lancaster County to discover how the Amish people live and even enjoy a horse-and-buggy ride. Highlights • Visit the iconic Liberty Bell and Independence Hall • Enjoy an authentic Amish buggy ride in Lancaster County • Run up the famous "Rocky Steps" at the Museum of Art • Explore the Old City and Benjamin Franklin Parkway • Learn about the self-sufficient lifestyle of the Amish Itinerary New York - Philadelphia - Amish Country - New York Depart New York through New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the city of brotherly love, Philadelphia. After arriving in the historic area of Philadelphia we visit the famous Liberty Bell - one of the symbols of freedom in America, Independence National Park and Congress Hall. Stroll Elfreth's Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America. Continue on a panoramic tour of Philadelphia that includes the Financial District, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Historic Philadelphia, and more. Departing Philadelphia we will see the famous "Rocky Steps" and then continue to Lancaster County, home of the Amish people. After a break for lunch at the marketplace, where you can buy some handmade souvenirs, we embark on an authentic Amish Buggy ride through the Amish farm country. Learn how Amish culture survived centuries without the benefits of technology; to this day their towns survive without the central power and sewage systems that modern civilization takes for granted. We learn how the Amish adapted, incorporating technology to create farms that are self-sufficient and make use of renewable sources of energy. In the late afternoon we will depart towards the East for an evening arrival in New York. What's includes • Air-conditioned bus or Sprinter & professional tour guide • Sightseeing in Philadelphia and Amish Count • Authentic Amish Buggy ride through the Amish farm country
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On this New York to Washington DC tour, check out the nation's capital in a day with all logistics, transport, and entrance fees included. Traveling by an air-conditioned bus or Sprinter with a guide for commentary, you'll view landmarks including the White House and Washington Monument. Plus, visit Arlington Cemetery and the National Smithsonian Air and Space Museum or National Museum of Natural History. Highlights • Full-day guided tour of Washington DC with all transport included • Visit the White House, U.S. Capitol, and the Senate • Explore Arlington National Cemetery and the JFK gravesite • Visit the Smithsonian Air and Space or Natural History Museum • See the Lincoln, Vietnam, and Korean War Memorials Itinerary New York - Washington DC - New York Depart New York heading south through the states of New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland before arriving directly to the nation's capital. We start with a visit to the world famous Arlington National Cemetery where we can visit the Kennedy family gravesite, then it is on to Capitol Hill. See the Capitol, Senate and White House to understand the core of the US government. Continue to the Air and Space Museum (alternate visit to National Museum of Natural History will be made when the Air and Space Museum is unavailable) before visiting the Lincoln, Korea and Vietnam Memorials. Late Afternoon embark on a panoramic city tour before we depart north to New York for an evening arrival. What's includes • Air-conditioned bus or Sprinter and professional tour guide • Sightseeing in Washington DC • Entrance to Arlington National cemetery (U.S. ID or passport required) and Air and Space Museum
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This is New York City’s newest immersive cultural experience, blending elements of art, technology, and entertainment for a visit unlike any other. It is a fully immersive, multisensory experience offering a new perspective on the New York cultural scene, set against rate views of Manhattan and beyond.
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This time-efficient visit to the Statue of Liberty has everything you need. Take advantage of reserved-time ferry tickets as your guide begins your memorable trip at Battery Park. Hear the history of the Statue of Liberty and it has changed over the years. Your ride to the island is filled with beautiful views of the NYC skyline. Once at Liberty Island, tour the grounds with your guide, and then visit the Statue of Liberty Museum, which features parts of the original statue and more. If there’s room in your schedule, you can ride over to Ellis Island for a self-guided tour of the National Museum of Immigration before returning to Battery Park at your leisure.
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