Empire State Building and Flatiron District Walking Tour
Description
Unlike a typical Empire State Building visit, this experience lets you discover the city before seeing it from above. Beginning in the historic Flatiron District, you’ll explore Midtown Manhattan with an expert guide as New York’s history, architecture, and hidden stories unfold around you. From iconic Fifth Avenue landmarks and Madison Square Park to the vibrant energy of Koreatown and Herald Square, every stop adds new perspective to the skyline surrounding you. The experience culminates with reserved access to the Empire State Building Observatory, where sweeping 360-degree views across New York City bring the entire journey together from one of the world’s most iconic viewpoints.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet your guide beneath the Tiffany Clock and discover the history of the Flatiron neighbourhood, including the famous Flatiron Building and Fifth Avenue landmarks.
Walk through this historic green space while enjoying views of the Empire State Building and hearing stories of New York’s Gilded Age.
Pass one of New York City’s oldest congregations and discover its important place in Manhattan history.
Admire the charming “Little Church Around the Corner,” tucked away among Midtown’s busy streets.
Experience the vibrant atmosphere, colourful signs, and lively energy of one of Manhattan’s most dynamic neighbourhoods.
Arrive in the heart of bustling Herald Square, home to the world-famous Macy’s flagship store and one of Midtown Manhattan’s busiest and most exciting intersections. Surrounded by towering buildings, bright lights, and nonstop city energy, you’ll enjoy incredible street-level views of the Empire State Building while your guide shares stories about the area’s transformation into one of New York City’s premier shopping and entertainment districts.
Complete your experience with admission to the iconic Empire State Building Observatory, one of New York City’s most famous landmarks. Standing 1,454 feet tall with its antenna, this Art Deco masterpiece was the world’s tallest building when it opened in 1931 and remains a symbol of the city’s skyline and ambition. Ride to the 86th floor observatory and enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Central Park, and beyond. From above, spot many of the landmarks you explored during your walking tour and experience New York City from an unforgettable perspective high above the streets below.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(17)
Had Mike the tour guide all to Ourselves. Very informative and happy to answer any questions. Empire State Building was well Organised and much better views than other places we have visited. 10/10
Ron Taylored the tour to suit us as we were the only ones on it. He was knowledgeable and altered it as we both have walking issues, which might have been a problem with a bigger group.
What a wonderful tour. Loved learning about the architecture and history of the buildings. Jeff Dobbins was very engaging and passionate.
Beautiful city with goods explications about her
Good information and good company
The tickets were a bit pricey but what the hell... I did enjoy the tour a lot. Leo gave us just the right amount of historical information / facts & figures not to get overwhelmed, interspersed with the odd anecdote. I flew out to Zurich the same evening, and thanks to a persistent fear of flying the overdramatic thought crossed my mind, "If this should be the last day of my life, at least I get to spend it on Empire State Building and the Top of the Rock, with a spectacular view over Manhattan and beyond." The pilot did a good job, though, so I'm still here to write my review. :-) Thank you, Leo.
I absolutely loved the Empire State Building! It was the perfect mix of fascinating Midtown history, vibrant city energy, and world-class skyline views. Our guide made everything engaging and easy to follow, sharing stories that made the city come alive. Standing at the top of the Empire State Building was a true bucket-list moment — the panoramic views are simply unbeatable. The optional stop at Top of the Rock made the experience even more special, giving us two incredible perspectives of the Manhattan skyline. If you want classic New York views, great photo opportunities, and a well-organized, enjoyable tour, this is an absolute must-do. Highly recommended!
Really interesting tour with Ron in sub zero temperatures! Very knowledgeable and would definitely recommend. Thankyou
Anticipate a knowledgeable guide! Mine was wonderful!Presentation good and easy to follow! I learned a lot and had fun in doing so! Kudos to Rob!
Excellent tour. Rob was a very knowledgeable and informative guide. Good experience overall, would book other tours with this company
