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Rockefeller Center Walking Tour With Top of the Rock

Rockefeller Center Walking Tour With Top of the Rock

Overview

Step back in time to the 1930s as we explore Rockefeller Center, often called a "city within a city." This Art Deco masterpiece will transport you to an era of grandeur and creativity, where we'll uncover the artistic influence of ancient Greece and more modern times.

Join your guide to explore the heart of Rock Center. We’ll visit iconic landmarks like Radio City Music Hall and the legendary 30 Rock — home to “Saturday Night Live” — and other renowned spots that define this historic site.

The scene here is always changing. In summer, the Channel Gardens are at their most vibrant with seasonal blooms. During Christmas, you can’t miss the opportunity to capture a photo against the famous evergreen — your guide is happy to snap pics for you.

At the very end of our tour, you’ll take your included ticket to Top of the Rock and head up over 800 feet to three levels of observatory views. See Manhattan from above with stunning 360-degree views, both inside and out.

City: New York City

Tue 01 Jul

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Starting at $39.00

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Tue 01 Jul

Starting at $39.00

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What's Included

Ticket including all three levels of Top of the Rock (if option chosen)

Professional NYC tour guide

90-minute walking tour of Rockefeller Center

Additional Info

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
If you’ve booked this tour on the weekend, please be aware that delays are common due to street closures for events and parades that often cross 5th Avenue near Rockefeller Center. We strongly recommend arriving early to avoid any disruptions and ensure you don’t miss the start of your tour.

What To Expect

Atlas Sculpture

This sculpture of the Greek mythological figure holding up the earth is the work of two artists from different disciplines. Here you’ll learn how Greek art influences much of what you’ll see at Rockefeller Center.

St. Patrick's Cathedral

Marvel at the architecture inside and out in this neo-Gothic wonder, the largest Roman Catholic cathedral in America.

Channel Gardens

Though they bloom in summer, these gardens are scenic year-round. They include six granite pools with bronze fountainhead sculptures inspired by mythology. As you take in the views, learn about Prometheus, the many flags you’ll see here, and the various TV shows filmed at 30 Rock.

Rockefeller Plaza Manhattan New York City

Also called the Comcast Building, this is the central building of Rockefeller Center. Learn about the giant Christmas tree that adorns it during the winter and what makes it so special.

FAO Schwarz

This three-story mega store is the home of the oldest toy retailer in the country. On the way to it, see the Today Show studio and Christie's.

Radio City Music Hall

As we head down West 50th toward the Rockefeller Center, we’ll stop to admire the artwork on the side of this historic entertainment venue. Opened in 1932, Radio City Music Hall is the largest indoor theater in the world. Here, your guide will share more about its history and architecture.

Top of the Rock

As you say goodbye, your guide will prepare you for what’s next as you visit the Top of the Rock, offering three levels of indoor and outdoor observatory views.

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Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (22)

Hannah_T

Oct 2024

Liam’s tour was really excellent, with a focus on the social, architectural and artistic aspects of the Rockefeller Center. He was friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining - highly recommended. The only problem (not Liam’s fault) was that the tour description was completely misleading because the ticket did NOT include going up to the “top of the Rock” building, which I then had to buy and time separately. Hopefully this inaccuracy will now be rectified by Viator.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you so much for your feedback. You're 100% correct, it was an issue with Viator and how it was set up. We offer two options, with and without the Top of the Rock tickets. Be sure to read which one you book - and you'll be good! We're glad that you still enjoyed the tour with Liam - he's GREAT! We hope that you choose ExperienceFirst again.

Erika_C

Oct 2024

A quick tour of the campus of Rockefeller Center which is a gem 💎 for anyone who is a fan of art deco of this period. There’s a lot to see in the center of the Golden Age of Radio . I particularly enjoyed the channel garden and the history of the fist tree. Again the friezes and sculpture display a craftsmanship of a very high caliber where no expense was soared. Going to the Top of the Rock was a plus!

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour of Rockefeller Center, especially its Art Deco architecture and rich history from the Golden Age of Radio. The Channel Gardens and the sculptures are indeed breathtaking, and it's wonderful that you appreciated the craftsmanship. We're also glad you got to experience the Top of the Rock—it’s certainly a highlight! We hope to welcome you back for more explorations in the future!

jonnL5064NO

Oct 2024

Liam was s the best. I learned every secret that Rockefeller centers architecture has to offer. And the view from the top… wow! Simply amazing.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the tour and that Liam made the Rockefeller Center's secrets come to life for you. And yes, that view from the top is truly breathtaking! We hope to see you again soon.