Top of The Rock Walking Tour + Ticket
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Guided tour
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Join a 90-minute guided tour of Rockefeller Center, plus timed entry to Top of the Rock with full observatory access.
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Hear historic and economic stories about the famous plaza from a local professional guide.
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Step inside the iconic St. Patrick’s Cathedral, walk past Radio City Music Hall, admire the art-deco style Atlas sculpture, and more.
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End with a timed entry to Top of the Rock, with access to three levels of indoor and outdoor observation decks.
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Capture unobstructed views of the city below, including Central Park, Empire State Building, and One World Trade Center (on a clear day).
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90-minute walking tour of Rockefeller Center
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Timed entry to Top of the Rock
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Access to the 67th, 69th, & 70th floors
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Professional English-speaking guide
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Step into the heart of Midtown Manhattan with a walking tour of Rockefeller Center—where world-famous art, architecture, and history meet. Follow your expert guide through plazas, buildings, sculptures, and sights you’ve seen on screen, and get the stories behind them all.
Getting started
Meet your guide at the Rockefeller Center Concourse entrance, near the Atlas statue on Fifth Avenue. Have your booking confirmation ready (mobile tickets accepted). Light security checks may apply at select stops.
Rockefeller Center
What to expect:
Explore Rockefeller Center, a 1930s Art Deco complex filled with hidden symbolism, international art, and pop culture history.
Features:
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Atlas: A towering bronze sculpture inspired by Greek mythology—your first introduction to the Center’s symbolic artwork.
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral: Just across the street, this neo-Gothic landmark offers a striking contrast to the Center’s modern lines.
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Industries of the British Empire: Nine allegorical bronze figures above 620 Fifth Avenue depict colonial trades and Rockefeller’s global ambition.
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Maison Française: One of two international buildings flanking the Channel Gardens, with French engravings and bronze sculptures.
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Channel Gardens: A seasonal promenade with floral displays, bronze fountains, and a cinematic backdrop for countless NYC scenes.
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30 Rockefeller Plaza: The crown jewel of the complex—home to NBC Studios, “30 Rock,” and the site of the famous Christmas tree.
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FAO Schwarz: A flagship toy store bursting with nostalgia, including the giant floor piano made famous by Big.
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Radio City Music Hall: The largest indoor theater in the world and longtime home of the Rockettes, with iconic neon signage.
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News: A stainless steel Art Deco plaque honoring journalism through five symbolic figures.
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Top of the Rock: A three-level observatory with indoor and outdoor decks at 850 feet, overlooking views of Central Park and the Empire State Building.
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What’s not allowed
- Large bags and luggage.
Accessibility
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The tour is wheelchair accessible.
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Service dogs are welcome.
Additional information
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Meet your guide in front of ATLAS.
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Address: 45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111.
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