Empire State Building Guided Tour

This tour is an excellent option for those who want to experience the Empire State Building as part of a broader experience, and not just as a climb to the observation deck. The tour combines a guided walk through some of Midtown's most interesting areas with the final access to the observatory, creating a visit that is much richer in context and urban history.

The route begins next to the historic Tiffany Clock on Fifth Avenue, in the heart of the Flatiron district. From there, the tour takes you past such well-known spaces as the Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park, as your guide shares stories about the transformation of this part of Manhattan, its architecture and the people who helped shape the city.

As you head north, the tour passes such highlights as the Metropolitan Life Insurance Building, the former site of Madison Square Garden, the Tin Pan Alley area, the Marble Collegiate Church, the Church of the Transfiguration, Koreatown and Macy's in Herald Square. All this makes the tour a very enjoyable way to discover a part of New York full of history, architecture and urban life.

The guided tour ends at the entrance to the Empire State Building, where the experience continues with access to the observatory. From the top you'll be able to see a spectacular panoramic view of the city and recognise many of the sights you'll have seen during the tour. It's the perfect end to a visit that combines street, history and views in one of the most complete experiences in Midtown.

All in all, this is a highly recommendable proposal for those who want to discover the Empire State Building from a more complete perspective, combining a guided tour of Manhattan with a climb to one of the most emblematic viewpoints in the world.