New York City Holiday Tour With Empire State Building
Overview
Your journey begins at St. Patrick’s Cathedral where your guide shares stories about its rich history as you admire its beautiful exterior. From there, make your way to Rockefeller Center and see the world famous Christmas tree up close while your guide explains the traditions that make this spot one of the most beloved places in New York during the holidays.
Continue past Radio City Music Hall and enjoy a glimpse of its sparkling seasonal decorations while learning about its famous Christmas performances. Walk through the Bryant Park Holiday Village where you can take in the lights, the cozy winter market stalls, and the lively rink area that make this part of the city feel especially festive.
Your guide will walk you to the Empire State Building and drop you off right at the entrance. You can explore the museum exhibits inside & then head up to the observatory for incredible views of New York City during the Christmas season. It is the perfect finale to your New York holiday tour.
What's Included
- Explore holiday icons: St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Radio City Music Hall & 5th Avenue
- Visit the world-famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree
- Small Group Format (12 Guests Max)
- Empire State Observatory (Admission Included)
- Fully Guided and Narrated Tour
- Tips
Meeting Location
3 East 53rd Street
New York, NY 10022, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
20 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001, USA
Your tour concludes with your guide giving you your tickets to the Empire State Building Observatory.
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St. Patrick's Cathedral
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rockefeller Center
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Radio City Music Hall (pass by)
Bryant Park
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Empire State Building
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Activity code: C-87115P218
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Explore holiday icons: St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Radio City Music Hall & 5th Avenue.
- Visit the world-famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree.
- Small Group Format (12 Guests Max).
- Empire State Observatory (Admission Included).
- Fully Guided and Narrated Tour.
- Tips.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the New York City Holiday Tour With Empire State Building is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for New York City Holiday Tour With Empire State Building will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Explore holiday icons: St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Radio City Music Hall & 5th Avenue
- Visit the world-famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree
- Small Group Format (12 Guests Max)
- Empire State Observatory (Admission Included)
- Fully Guided and Narrated Tour
- Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
