Fully Guided VIP Tour of One World Observatory
Description
Embark on an unparalleled journey through the heights of New York City on this exclusive Mastercard VIP Tour of One World Observatory. With priority admission, ascend to the 102nd floor in style, effortlessly transported by the futuristic Sky Pod elevators. As you reach the summit, be enveloped by the invincible spirit of the city, accompanied by an expert guide who will unveil the iconic landmarks that dot the horizon. Marvel at the breathtaking panorama that stretches for miles, capturing the essence and grandeur of New York City. Immerse yourself in a captivating film presentation at the SEE FOREVER Theater, where the city comes alive in a mesmerizing narrative. Indulge your senses with a US$15 credit to use on delectable beverages or explore the enticing retail offerings at the gift shop. To culminate your day, you will receive a One World Observatory lanyard and a commemorative gift.
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The Mastercard VIP Tour extends beyond exclusive access. Enjoy an 60-90-minute informative tour led by a certified guide, providing you with in-depth knowledge and insights into the Observatory's wonders. This comprehensive experience grants you full access to the Observatory, allowing you to explore and immerse yourself in its awe-inspiring ambiance.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time and check-in at the Guest Services desk upon arrival
- Children age 5 and under do not require a ticket
Reviews(20)
5 of us had tickets for a private tour of the Freedom Tower on a Sunday in March. We arrived on the subway at the Oculus Mall. Upon walking outside, we were amazed at the sheer size of the Freedom Tower. We proceeded to the guest services desk to check in for our tour. As it happened, only the 5 of us were on the tour. Our tour guide whisked us off to the elevator while giving us info and facts about the tower. Three levators were very fast. Once we arrived at the top, we were ushered in to watch a quick 1-2 minute movie. I won’t ruin if for others. As soon as the movie ended, we moved over to another room to see the magnificent views. At each stop, our tour guide pointed out landmarks and gave us historical facts. It was very interesting!!! In all we spent about 2 hours in the tower and had a great time!!!
Excellent tour. Our guide Ben was super informative and provided so much historical information about NYC that made the VIP experience well worth it.
We had an amazing experience with our very knowledgeable and fantastic guide. She was articulate and explained the history, pre construction, during and the future for the site. The experience in the lift with the displays was great up and down and the interactive displays throughout were great and interesting. The $15 voucher each was good and used in the cafe and shop for souvenirs. The view from the 102nd floor was incredible, we had a clear day and this really added value to our trip up. The points of interest were explained to us and we were able to see all of the skyscrapers, UN, NJ and the surrounding boroughs and bridges easily. We had the tour for approximately an hour and then left to continue at our leisure at the top. The memorial section on the ground was also very special and well managed and security was present. The only confusion we had was that the 9/11 museum was not included in the observatory ticket. This is a must do activity in NYC.
Thank you for the review! We're glad you had an amazing experience and enjoyed the guided tour. It’s great to hear that the clear views made your visit even more special. We hope to welcome you back again on your next NYC visit!
Ben R had so much info, and gave me the info I needed and info I didn't know I needed. I was the only one on this time slotted tour and had his completed attention. He was patient with and listened when I spoke.
We strive to provide the best experience possible for our guests. It's great to hear that goal was achieved! Thank you for sharing such positive comments about Ben, we will share your kind words. Looking forward to seeing you again!
My experience on the tour was perfect — a super friendly person and a true gentleman who knew all the areas very well and made a great effort to explain in detail all the views of the building, its surroundings, and the ongoing projects. I recommend him without a second’s hesitation.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re thrilled to hear that your tour was perfect and that our guide provided such knowledgeable and friendly service. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon.
The fully guided VIP Tour is a semi-private tour that provides a wealth of information about the former towers, memorial, the construction of post-911 buildings, and plans for future buildings. We learned so many details about the planning, architecture, construction and emotional elements. Luckily, we had a gorgeous clear day with expansive views. The aerial architectural tour at the top was a great overview of notable locations around the city and surrounding areas. Our guide was local and shared his decades of knowledge and experience. Highly recommend it!
Thank you for your glowing review. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the VIP tour, the clear views, and the in-depth knowledge shared by your guide. It’s wonderful to hear that the experience was both informative and memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back.
Wow, wow, wow! What an amazing experience! Had tour guide Emma all to myself for well over an hour today and she was simply incredible! Her warmth, friendliness and knowledge of all things New York was absolutely second to none. Engaging, charming and easy to converse with - no question was too dumb and I had the best time at the top of the observatory. I learned so much about the creation, history and expansion of New York (who knew that bridge caissons could be so interesting?) that I can go home happy in the knowledge that I know more than I did 4 days ago. Would throughly recommend a visit to the One World Observatory, even if you don’t manage to get Emma to give you the low-down
Thank you for your fantastic review. We’re thrilled to hear that Emma provided such a knowledgeable, engaging, and memorable tour. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed learning about New York’s history and landmarks. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back to the One World Observatory.
Fantastic guided tour. Our tour guide Michael was excellent! He gave us so many facts and historical info not only about the Observatory, but the buildings around it. We recommend this tour in order to get the complete info of the place.
Thank you for your fantastic review. We’re thrilled to hear that Michael provided an excellent guided tour and shared so much interesting historical information. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for another informative visit.
I would say it's good to scratch off your bucket list, but that's about it. The best thing is the view of course and that's about it. I did the guided tour and my tour guide was great, but you really don't need the tour. The cafe has ridiculous price. They gave me a $15 voucher as part of my tour and it still wasn't enough to cover the $9 fruit salad and $6.50 water. That's criminal and when I went to go sit down and eat my $9 fruit salad there are no chairs in the cafe. Just insane.
The location where to meet is inside 117 West Street. You have to go down the escalator inside the building. When you're at the bottom, let the ticket agents know you're with a Viator Tour. It isn't very clear, adding extra stress when it shouldn't be. Ben was our tour guide. Super energetic and knowledgeable - highly recommend for kids 12 and up. It will keep their attention and is the right amount of time after you've had a chance to take in the site at your own pace, enjoy the cafe while overlooking NYC and the five boroughs—a lovely way to spend the morning or afternoon.
