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Madison Square Garden Tour Experience
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $49 / person
- Location
- New York City
- Rating
- 4.0 / 5 · 164 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 35
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- The Madison Square Garden Company
- Meeting point
- Present your ticket at the tour desk inside Chase Square, located in the Madison Square Garden box office lobby on 7th Avenue, between 31st and 32nd Street
Description
Visit the legendary locker rooms of the Knicks and Rangers on non-game days** Exclusive access to backstage areas of the arena, plus visit a luxury suite and get an up-close view of The Garden’s iconic concave ceiling from the Hyundai Bridge. Learn about The Garden’s nearly 150-year history from an expert tour guide who knows every iconic story and defining moment. Plus, there’s always a surprise! Will you see the basketball court or the ice? A stage being built? Take the tour to find out! **Tour content subject to change. Access to the Knicks and Rangers locker rooms may be restricted due to venue activity. Photo restrictions may apply.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11 times a day, 10:30 AM–3:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Adult (ages 13–64)
- $49
- Senior (ages 65+)
- $44
- Child (ages 6–12)
- $44
In demand: 142 of the next 330 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 23.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Madison Square Garden
Step into the footsteps of legends with the 60-minute Madison Square Garden Tour Experience. Home to iconic teams like the NBA’s New York Knicks and NHL’s New York Rangers, this legendary venue has hosted unforgettable boxing matches, concerts, and live events. Uncover the secrets that have made The Garden the epicenter of sports and entertainment, gaining access to backstage areas, luxury suites, and the Chase Bridge for a unique view of the iconic concave ceiling. With something happening year-round, each visit promises surprises and a chance to imagine the roar of the crowd from every angle.
What's included
Included
Follow-along guide booklet available upon request (Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, and Italian)
Fully Guided Tour of Madison Square Garden
Free Wi-Fi inside the building
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.0
164 reviews
How it compares in New York City
- Starting price $49 is 18% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,435 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free admission for children 5 and under
- Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to the start of your scheduled tour.
- The tour content, dates, and times are subject to change. Access to the Knicks and Rangers locker rooms may be restricted due to venue activity.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Madison Square Garden Tour Experience take?
Madison Square Garden Tour Experience lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Madison Square Garden Tour Experience cost?
Prices start at $49 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Madison Square Garden Tour Experience run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 11 departures a day between 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM.
How much does Madison Square Garden Tour Experience cost for children?
Children aged 6–12 pay from $44, adults from $49.
Does Madison Square Garden Tour Experience sell out?
It can: 142 of the next 330 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Madison Square Garden Tour Experience for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Present your ticket at the tour desk inside Chase Square, located in the Madison Square Garden box office lobby on 7th Avenue, between 31st and 32nd Street. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Madison Square Garden Tour Experience offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 35 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Free admission for children 5 and under
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(164)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Experience
A fantastic tour of a iconic arena
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MSG inside tour
Our tour guide did a great job of showing us around inside and making it all interesting and enjoyable!
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It was a very different...
It was a very different experience to find yourself in such a large, beautiful stadium where so many famous people have been.
S
Underwhelming and rushed
Underwhelming. Get in, run around after your guide. No time to look at the displays of the history of the venue in the concourse. Look at the ice rink from the middle level. Follow your guide, hurry up hurry up! Look at the ice rink from a high level. Let's go! Follow your guide! Don't be slow! Look at the ice rink from the ground level. Thank you and goodbye.
A
Good experience, filled...
Good experience, filled with so much sports & entertainment history! Our tour guide, James H., was very good as well!
D
This was a great tour...
This was a great tour with an amazing guide! Well worth doing if you're a sports or music fan, I'd recommend to anyone visiting NYC.
M
Not worth it
Group too large. Couldn't hear tour guide. She needed a microphone. Didn't see many areas I haven't seen before as an MSG guest. Worst of all, because the artist scheduled to perform tonight requested it, we WERENT ALLOWED TO TAKE ANY PIX IN THE ARENA! Seriously? worst arena tour experience I've ever had and Ive done many
J
Fantastic MSG Fun!
Great fun packed into a short tour! Our guide JJ was awesome! From learning about the history of The Garden and the iconic events that have taken place there to visiting different seating sections and locker rooms, this tour was fantastic from start to finish!
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Great Tour
Brayden did an excellent job as a tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and answered all questions. They took us all around the garden from the rafters to the suites to the floor to the locker rooms.
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