The Rise Museum and Best of Manhattan Tour

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About this activity

Discover over 20 iconic Manhattan landmarks with a fun local guide, then visit "The Rise" museum for a journey through the city's cultural history, featuring a unique 4D aerial simulation!

The tour begins on Wall St., the oldest part of Manhattan, where you can experience the bustling district and see iconic sights like Ground Zero and the Charging Bull & Fearless Girl at the New York Stock Exchange. Walking to City Hall, we glimpse the Brooklyn Bridge and the famous Court Houses that took down the Mafia.

Next, head to the Five Points, Chinatown, and Little Italy. Learn about their vibrant cultures and get tips on the best local NYC food. We finish the tour near the iconic Flatiron Building.

After the tour, visit The Rise Museum to explore New York's culture and history. With seven interactive galleries and a unique 4D aerial simulation, it offers a stunning insight into New York life!

The tour is 5 hours (3 hours Manhattan Walking Tour & around 2 hours at The Rise).

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: TOP SIGHTS TOURS LLC

Ages: Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 3 hour walking tour of the best sights of Manhattan
Included: Ticket for The Rise Museum & 4D Experience
Included: 20+ Top sights of New York
Included: Fun Local Guide
Included: Small Tour Group Size

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Transport (Metro journey approx. $5)
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Wall Street

one hour

We start on Wall St. Where we will see many iconic buildings and The NY stock exchange (with Charging Bull & Fearless Girl statues). Walking to City Hall, we glimpse the Brooklyn Bridge and the famous Court Houses that took down the Mafia!
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

30 min

Next, we’ll head to Ground Zero to see and pay respects at the 9/11 Memorial - an incredibly touching tribute to the city's greatest tragedy.
Little Italy

one hour

We then go through the 5 Points & Little Italy districts. There is so much history in this area - gangsters, amazing food & iconic buildings (including The Woolworth Building featured in Fantastic Beasts!)
Chinatown

25 min

We continue through one of New York’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods - Chinatown!
Flatiron Building

5 min

Walking up towards Midtown Manhattan, we’ll see a true New York icon at the famous Flatiron Building - get your camera ready for an amazing photo opportunity! Your walking tour ends here, close to many of New York’s best attractions.
RiseNY

2 hours Admission included

After the tour, visit The Rise Museum and 4D Experience to discover the rich culture and history of New York. With seven interactive galleries and a unique 4D aerial simulation, The Rise will give you a stunning insight into New York life and culture!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting Point:
- We meet to the right of the George Washington statue, outside of Federal Hall on Wall Street (26 Wall Street)
- The nearest subway station is Wall St (4/5 green line & 2/3 red line)

End point

Tour finish near the iconic Flatiron Building in Midtown Manhattan. After the walking tour, you need to visit the attraction as it is self-guided.

Using your ticket

Please show your booking confirmation to your walking tour guide. You’ll be given your ticket for The Rise at the end of your walking tour.

The Rise is located near Times Square, and your guide will give directions – you can either walk or use public transport.

The tour will commence on time : so please do not be late!

We won’t be able to answer our cell phones once the tour has started it is essential that you arrive 10 minutes before the start and unfortunately we will not be able to provide a refund due to lateness or delay. Please use a journey planner to ensure you leave enough time to get to the starting point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Participants minimum height must be 40 inches (102 cm) for the 4D ride experience