Midtown Manhattan: Times Square & Skyscrapers Walking Tour

Explore SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown on a 2.5-hour walking tour. Discover historic sites, famous film locations, and hidden gems. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Times Square - Start your adventure at the vibrant crossroads of the world. Times Square’s bright lights and towering billboards are a sight to behold, making it one of the most photographed spots in the city. It is the site of the annual New Year’s Eve ball drop, which began on December 31, 1907, and continues to attract over a million visitors to Times Square every year, in addition to a worldwide audience of one billion or more on various digital media platforms.
  • Bryant Park - Take a leisurely stroll through Bryant Park, an urban oasis nestled amidst skyscrapers. Enjoy the lush green space and perhaps catch a glimpse of local artists and performers.
  • New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building - Stop outside the New York Public Library, an architectural marvel and a treasure trove of knowledge. Meet Patience and Fortitude, the two lions who guard the famous stairs.
  • Chrysler Building - Marvel at the art deco elegance of the Chrysler Building, one of New York’s most recognizable skyscrapers. Its distinctive spire makes it a quintessential part of the city’s skyline.
  • MetLife Building - Formerly known as the Pan Am Building, the MetLife Building is another towering structure that epitomizes the architectural grandeur of New York City.
  • Grand Central Terminal - Step inside the majestic Grand Central Terminal, where the celestial ceiling and opulent architecture will leave you in awe. It’s not just a transportation hub but a historic landmark teeming with stories of the past.
  • Park Avenue - Travel along the iconic Park Avenue, lined with luxurious apartments and renowned corporate headquarters. This avenue is synonymous with affluence and style.
  • St. Patrick’s Cathedral - See the magnificent St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a stunning example of neo-Gothic architecture. Its serene ambiance and intricate details make it a must-see landmark.
  • Rockefeller Center - Conclude your tour at Rockefeller Center, a hub of entertainment and culture. Whether it’s ice skating in winter or enjoying the panoramic city views from the Top of the Rock, there’s something for everyone.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • 2-Hour group walking tour
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Arguably the world’s most valuable, busiest, and most crowded piece of real estate, Midtown Manhattan is what most visitors think of when they think of New York City. This approximately two-hour tour will take you from the pulsating beats of Times Square and Grand Central Terminal to the majesty and tranquility of St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Let Tours by Foot guide you through Midtown Manhattan.  This two-hour tour will take you from the pulsating beats of Times Square and Grand Central Terminal to the majesty and tranquility of St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Marvel at iconic architecture from Grand Central to the Chrysler Building

Learn about the skyscraper race between the tallest buildings in the city

Understand why millions of tourists visit this area of NYC every year

Visit the famous TIMES SQUARE!

Conclude your tour at Rockefeller Center, a hub of entertainment and culture.

Location
US Army Recruiting Office Times Square
West 43rd Street
The tour departs from the US Army Recruiting Office Times Square, in front of the large electronic American flag on West 43rd Street. (7th Avenue) Meet your guide on the sidewalk side of the kiosk.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Gatenj2024
Aug 21, 2024
Must See Midtown - I am so glad I booked this tour! There was a lot I didn’t know I didn’t know about midtown, so it was fun to walk around a place I’ve been many times but with a tour guide. I had such a great experience that I might change how I travel to make sure to book a guided tour in my first day. I really appreciate the time garrett took to give us restaurant tips and advice for other things to do.
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O7044dogaild
Aug 5, 2024
Educational and fun activity - So glad we made this tour a part of our visit. The tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. We learned a lot and had a great time!
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Teamgig
Aug 2, 2024
Fun, educational tour with Mary - My wife and I did the Midtown Manhattan tour with Mary. She was great! We were lucky that we were the only ones signed up for the mid-week tour, so we had her all to ourselves. She did a great job of learning what we were interested in and gearing her commentary to that. She worked near Times Square for twenty years, and had a lot of great info about the whole area we toured. Despite the craziness of Midtown, we walked at an easy pace and it was very calm and enjoyable.
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524sangitag
Jul 30, 2024
Fantastic Tour - We have taken tours with Tours by Foot for 2nd time. Our Recent trip to New York was highlight of our trip. From the very beginning our guide was very funny, charismatic, and extremely knowledgeable. He shared detailed information about Times Sqaure and surrounding skyscrappers. Seeing the architectural beauty of the Chrysler Building and learning about its history was a highlight. Recommended if in NYC.
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J6964ffankitg
Jul 30, 2024
Insightful and Fun - Brilliant Morning with Jon for a tour of Manhattan. This is most fun thing we did on this visit to New York! We were having kids with us but our guide Jon made it a fun and even our Kid's have enjoyed a lot. His attention to detail and immense knowledge made the experience unforgettable.
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Healthyt2024
Jul 29, 2024
Great way to Explore Midtown - The Midtowm tour Tours by Foot was an excellent way to see the heart of NYC. Jon, our guide, was knowledgeable, taking us to the iconic Rockefeller Center and explaining its significance. Walking through Times Square and learning about the New York Times Building was fascinating. He told us interesting stories that we never get bored. Highly recommend this tour!
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Bhanwarl2024
Jul 26, 2024
Fantastic Midtown Experience - We took the Midtown Manhattan tour with Tours by Foot. Our guide Jon did the fantastic job. He was very knowledgeable and I really liked him as he gave us a great tour of the city.We visited different places like Bryant Park, New York Public Library Rockfeller Center and many more. We enjoyed a lot and had a great fun.
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Happiness59193585599
Jul 25, 2024
Educational and Exciting - The tour was both educational and exciting. Our Guide Jon shared interesting stories and facts about Times Square and the surrounding skyscrapers. The tour was very well organized by Tours By Foot and was very enjoyable. It is must to for anyone in New York.
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W8291lvtaylorm
Jul 23, 2024
Don’t miss Midtown NY tour! - We really enjoyed our trip, and the Midtown tour was the highlight for sure! Garrett was so captivating and entertaining - a taste of real New York.
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Santiagodavila
Jul 22, 2024
Great walking tour - Great experience, We made 2 tours with them, Reneé and Mary were excellent guides and we enjoyed the tours a lot. They had a lot of interesting info and were caring and professional.
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