Hands down the best thing we did in NYC (and we did a food tour and observatory experience as well!)! Outstanding views of the city and Statue of Liberty. 100% worth it to upgrade to premium seating. It was only about $15 more, but every seat was a good one. The top level was premium seating and only 48 people max, with its own bar and restroom. Standard seating has more like 450 people and looked pretty packed in. Premium seating felt relaxed and wide open, and also included expedited boarding. The tour guide was great and easy to hear, yet you could still carry on a conversation. Wonderful thing to do on a clear day!