7 Hilariously Unmissable Things to Do in New York City with Viator in 2025!
7 Hilariously Unmissable Things to Do in New York City with Viator in 2025!
New York City — where dreams are made of, traffic jams are made longer, and pizza slices are the size of a surfboard. But listen up: if you’re coming all this way in 2025, don’t just stare at Times Square billboards until your neck hurts — you deserve epic experiences, not just overpriced coffee.
Luckily, Viator’s got your back with the best tours, secret shortcuts, and once-in-a-lifetime activities (without the once-in-a-lifetime price tag)!
Here’s your hilarious and helpful guide to 7 unforgettable things to do in New York, curated by Viator.
1. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Guided Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Price: From $69
Is it really a trip to NYC if you don’t meet Lady Liberty? 🤔
Hop on a ferry (no swimming, please), grab a headset, and dive deep into America’s immigrant story at Ellis Island. Spoiler alert: there are no real “liberty fries” involved.
Nearby Highlights: Battery Park, Castle Clinton, Financial District.
👉 Book your VIP ferry pass here!
2. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Skip-the-Line Ticket
Duration: Flexible (art doesn’t rush)
Price: From $30
Get your dose of highbrow culture without the lowbrow waiting lines. With Viator’s skip-the-line ticket, you’ll be face-to-face with Warhol, Van Gogh, and a whole lot of “wait, is this art?” moments in no time.
Nearby Highlights: Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
👉 Snag your MoMA ticket faster than you can say “Monet!”
3. Central Park Bike Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Price: From $60
Pretend you’re in a rom-com as you cruise through Central Park — minus the awkward fall off the bike (hopefully). Guides will dish out secrets about the park’s hidden corners, famous movie scenes, and where to find the best squirrel paparazzi.
Nearby Highlights: Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields.
👉 Pedal your way to greatness here!
4. Summit One Vanderbilt Experience
Duration: 1.5 hours
Price: From $49
Tired of looking up at skyscrapers? Flip the script and look down on them instead.
Summit One Vanderbilt isn’t just an observatory — it’s a futuristic playground of mirrored floors, thrilling glass ledges, and mind-blowing city views. Warning: extreme selfie opportunities ahead. 🤳🌆
Nearby Highlights: Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park.
👉 Elevate your Instagram game now!
5. Brooklyn Food Tour: Donuts, Pizza, and History
Duration: 3 hours
Price: From $75
If you’re wondering, “Can I eat my way across Brooklyn?”, the answer is: Yes. Yes, you can. 🍕🍩
Taste iconic Brooklyn eats while walking off just enough calories to justify a second (or third) slice of pizza.
Nearby Highlights: DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge, Williamsburg.
👉 Get your food tour ticket here before it sells out!
6. Broadway Show Tickets – Choose Your Favorite!
Duration: 2.5–3 hours
Price: From $89
You haven’t really lived until you’ve wept openly at a Broadway musical while clutching a $25 soda.
Whether it’s Hamilton, Wicked, or The Lion King, Viator makes scoring the best seats super easy — no shady ticket scalpers involved.
Nearby Highlights: Times Square, Bryant Park.
👉 Snag your Broadway dreams now!
7. Manhattan Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise
Duration: 1.5–2.5 hours
Price: From $45
Why walk when you can cruise? See NYC’s skyline, bridges, and famous waterfronts while casually sipping a cocktail on deck. Bonus points if you dramatically re-enact Titanic’s “I’m the king of the world!” scene.
Nearby Highlights: Hudson River Park, Intrepid Museum.
FAQ – Planning Your NYC Adventure with Viator
⭐ Is it worth booking New York tours through Viator?
Absolutely! Save your energy for chasing taxis, not standing in line. With Viator, you get instant mobile tickets, best-price guarantees, and friendly cancellation policies.
⭐ How much should I budget for NYC tours?
Experiences start around $30 (MoMA) and can go up to $90+ for Broadway shows — but memories? Priceless.
⭐ Are these tours family-friendly?
Of course! 🧸 Central Park bike rides, Liberty cruises, and food tours are perfect for families. (Maybe skip the skyscraper selfies if your toddler loves to bolt.)
⭐ How do I book NYC tours?
Click the handy links above or browse hundreds more handpicked adventures directly at Viator’s New York Page.
