Travel Planning Guide for New York City, New York: Tour Packages

Discover the beauty and awesome power of Niagara Falls on a day trip from New York. You'll fly to Upstate New York, tour the falls on both the US and Canadian sides (don't forget your passport!), see all the sights, including a ride on the historic "Maid of the Mist" boat or the Journey Behind the Falls. And at the end of an amazing day you'll take an evening flight back to New York.

After being collected from your Midtown Manhattan hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Upstate New York (approximately one hour). On arrival, you will be met by your guide for the day to board the bus to Niagara Falls.

After lunch, it's time to board the famous "Maid of the Mist" boat for an up-close Niagara Falls experience. The 30-minute cruise takes you through the foaming waters to the base of the American Falls and the basin of Horseshoe Falls. You will get close enough to the falls to feel their cool mist on your skin.

The "Maid of the Mist" operates only in the warmer months, from May to October, so if you are traveling from November to April you will visit the Journey Behind the Falls instead. An elevator takes you behind the great sheet of Niagara Falls for a thunderous up-close view of Niagara Falls.

This tour is likely to sell out! The Niagara Falls Day Trip from New York by Air regularly sells out weeks in advance, so book ahead to avoid disappointment!

Book your tickets for the Tony-winning extravaganza "The Lion King" on Broadway. A favorite with children and adults alike, "The Lion King" is a visual and audio feast of colorful costumes and award-winning music by Elton John and Tim Rice. Don't miss your chance to see this popular Broadway show during your visit to New York City.

"The Lion King" musical tells the Hamlet-like tale of Simba, prince of African lions, who battles his evil Uncle Scar for the throne. But before Simba can take his rightful place in the "Circle of Life", he grows up with his two fun-loving friends, wisecracking meerkat Timon and smelly warthog Pumbaa. Together they teach Simba their philosophy of life, "Hakuna Matata" (No Worries).

Based on the 1994 Disney film, and book by Roger Allers and Irene Mecchi, the musical includes the Oscar-winning song "Can You Feel the Love Tonight". Additional songs are by Hans Zimmer, Lebo M, Mark Mancina and Jay Rifkin.

This visual feast is famous for director Julie Taymor's complex animal-puppet-human fusion, and is loved by audiences of all ages.

Everyone's fallen in love with the music, the story and characters that make "Mamma Mia!" Broadway's ultimate feel-good show. Now it's your turn to fall for this smash-hit musical that combines the storytelling magic of ABBA's songs with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship.

In "Mamma Mia!", a mother confronts her past as three men return to the Greek island they've not visited for 21 years...just as her 20-year-old daughter is about to be married.

One of Broadway's biggest hits, "Mamma Mia!" is currently playing at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, on tour in the United States, in London at the Prince of Wales Theater and many other venues around the world. To date, over 18 million people have had the time of their lives at "Mamma Mia!".

Isn't it time you joined them?

While you are in New York, don't miss your chance to see the longest-running Broadway show in history, Andrew Lloyd Webber's magical "The Phantom of Opera".

Based on the classic novel by Gaston Leroux, "The Phantom of the Opera" tells the story of a masked figure who lurks beneath the catacombs of the Paris Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over all who inhabit it. He falls madly in love with an innocent young soprano, Christine, and devotes himself to creating a new star by nurturing her extraordinary talents, employing all of the devious methods at his command.

The longest-running show currently playing on Broadway, The Phantom of the Opera became the second longest-running show in Broadway history on February 4, 2003 when it played performance number 6,681, surpassing the 6,680 performance record-run of Les Miserables.

See Broadway's red-hot musical smash "Chicago", the recipient of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of standing ovations. Add a bit of Chicago to your New York visit!

"Chicago" tells an electrifying tale of murder, greed and showbiz. You'll see some of the best dancing on Broadway, with one showstopper after another performed by a gorgeous ensemble choreographed in the style of Bob Fosse. You'll also hear hits such as "All that Jazz", "Razzle Dazzle" and "Class".

It's no wonder Entertainment Weekly calls "Chicago" insanely entertaining. If you're looking for Broadway at its best, there's only one place to head: "Chicago"!

Daytime or night-time - anytime is the right time to visit the Top of the Rock Observation Deck. Perched 70 stories above the city at Rockefeller Plaza, the panoramic views of Manhattan are unequaled anywhere else in New York City.

Breathtaking vistas stretch for miles in every direction. You'll see New York's famous landmarks, including the Chrysler Building, Times Square, the Hudson River, the East River, Brooklyn Bridge and the Statue of Liberty. Plus, your view includes the Empire State Building! Quite simply, it is the most spectacular view in New York City.

Top of the Rock Observation Deck is open 365 days a year. Watch the seasons unfold or take in an amazing sunset from the outdoor observation deck. Plus, your ticket allows you to jump to the front of the box office queue. If entrance is not available immediately, you'll be allocated a time and your spot in the line will be held for you.

Interactive displays are exhibited detailing the construction of the Rockefeller Center, including three short films.

Move over Dick Clark - this New Year's Eve in New York, the action is on the water for as you count down to 2010. Admire the spectacular view on board as the lights of Manhattan dance on the water and the electric atmosphere brings the party to life. Dance the night away to a dynamite DJ with front row seats to the fireworks celebration.

Cruise on New York Harbor and watch the sparkling lights of the city pass you by as enjoy a full open bar, hors d'oeuvres and non-stop DJ who will supply the soundtrack to New Years Eve, 2010.

Party favors add to the fun with a champagne toast at midnight where you'll have a front row seat to the spectacular fireworks display on New York Harbor.

Take a tour of Harlem, then dine on soul food and see a jazz show at a famous Harlem club. There's no better way to explore the full range of Harlem's diverse ethnic history, music and food!

Harlem has evolved into one of the city's hip neighborhoods, full of bars, nightclubs and restaurants. Harlem is also a center of jazz and bebop music. Many famous artists have performed at Harlem's Apollo Theater including Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Ella Fitzgerald and James Brown.

This evening tour takes you behind the scenes of Harlem and covers all aspects of this famous neighborhood. You'll explore Harlem's musical legacy, its churches, spiritual centers and swinging nightlife.

After your tour of Harlem, you'll be treated to a traditional, home-style soul food meal at a local restaurant. Then, after dinner, you'll catch a jam session at a local Harlem jazz club, where two free drinks are included and the music is red hot!

On Mondays, you can dance the night away at Harlem's renovated Cotton Club, where you'll sway to the beat of a local swing band. Dance lessons are available on Mondays.

Take a private walking tour of New York City with a difference! With your very own photographer to take photos at your request, you'll explore New York's most exciting locations and capture the experience in beautiful color photographs. If you're traveling as a couple, you can both be in the picture for a change!

Accompanied by your own private guide-photographer, you'll enjoy personalized attention on your special walking tour of New York City. While guiding you around NYC's famous cultural and historic landmarks, your personal photographer will provide an entertaining commentary and let you into Manhattan's secrets, including the best places for dining, shopping and entertainment.

Customize your photography walking tour to suit yourself, and choose a two-hour or three-hour tour. Popular destinations include:

• Times Square and the Theater District: Broadway creates a dramatic backdrop for spectacular color photos
• Central Park: A stunning setting for pictures, and the pride and joy of New York City
• Midtown Manhattan: Home to some of New York's most famous sights, including the Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Grand Central Station and Radio City
• Uptown Manhattan: Visit the residential neighborhoods surrounding Central Park, including the historic brownstones and tree-lined streets of the Upper West Side
• Downtown Manhattan: Tour historic neighborhoods such as Little Italy, Chinatown, SoHo, Greenwich Village, South Street Seaport and Wall Street
• Brooklyn Bridge: A New York must-see, providing a panoramic view of New York's urban vistas

For the ultimate romantic indulgence in Manhattan, spoil your loved one with a Private New York Helicopter Flight. Together, you'll see the twinkling lights of the Big Apple as you fly overhead and enjoy a close-up view of the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building.

The sky is truly the limit with this Private New York Helicopter Flight. You will circle Manhattan, fly over Central Park and the three bridges, and get up close to the world-famous New York skyline as the sun comes down on another day. Cruise past the Statue of Liberty and Empire State Building as the bright lights of the city sparkle below.

This Private New York Helicopter Flight provides the perfect romantic setting if you wish to propose to your sweetheart, celebrate a special birthday or are simply planning the date of a lifetime.

Hold onto your hats and get ready for the ride of your life aboard "The Beast" speedboat! Fast, loud and funny, "The Beast" delivers spectacular views and pumping music on a New York trip that's a rollercoaster, water ride and 30 fun-filled minutes of high-speed cruising, all in one!

Your comic captains, Mad Dog and Wild Thing, take you on an exciting, adrenaline-fueled race across New York Harbor at 45 mph (72 kph). "The Beast" makes a quick stop at the Statue of Liberty for a close-up photo opportunity.

Niagara Falls is the perfect overnight trip from New York City. Travel northwest through the mountains and across scenic upstate New York to the majestic Niagara Falls. Feel the power as the spray from the thundering falls lands on your skin during a cruise on the historic "Maid of the Mist" (seasonal) during an up-close encounter.

While visiting Niagara Falls you will have the chance to cruise on the historic "Maid of the Mist" boat for an up-close experience of Niagara Falls. The 30 minute cruise takes you through the foaming waters to the base of the American Falls and the basin of Horseshoe Falls. You will get close enough to the falls to feel the cool mist on your skin.

The "Maid of the Mist" only operates in the warmer months so if you are traveling from mid-October to April you will instead visit the Scenic Tunnels. Now known as "Journey Behind the Falls", an elevator takes you behind the great sheet of Niagara Falls down to a thunderous up close view of Niagara Falls.

Enjoy an exceptional feast to give thanks for on the New York Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise. With all the scrumptious trimmings of a traditional Thanksgiving meal with a twist and spectacular New York skyline views as an ever-changing backdrop, this cruise will give you a Thanksgiving to remember.

Boasting stately, ornate surroundings, the New York Thanksgiving Dining Cruise offers upper and lower dining areas enclosed by panoramic windows. Every table offers spectacular views of the world's most fascinating harbor and the breathtaking New York skyline. As you watch the ever-changing panorama of New York City's skyline unfold, you'll hear a soundtrack played by the resident DJ.

The Executive Chef, prepares each dish fresh onboard. No other restaurant can match the New York Thanksgiving Dining Cruise's unique combination of food, ambience and service. It's the perfect place for an intimate dinner or a fabulous party!

Sample Menu (subject to change at any time):

Amuse

• Chefs' selection

Appetizers

• Butternut Squash soup
• Toasted Coconut, Ginger, Curried Couscous
• Mixed Green Salad - roasted shallots, spiced walnuts, dried cherries and herb vinaigrette
• Maryland Style Crab Cake - Jicama root remoulade and roasted red peppers
• Roasted Portobello Mushroom - Herb goat cheese, field greens, cherry tomatoes, herbed vinaigrette

Entree

• Seared Filet Mignon - scalloped potatoes, mushroom ragout, roasted root vegetables and a red wine jus
• Horseradish Crusted Salmon - purple rice, bok choy and a saffron cream sauce
• Herb Roasted Turkey - sweet potato, peas and silver onions, cranberry relish, Giblet sauce, thyme and onion stuffing
• Polenta Vegetarian Napoleon - roasted peppers, eggplant, squash and carrot, with a mushroom sauce
• Lamb Shank - Israeli cous cous, roasted root vegetables, mint jus

Book your tickets for the Tony-nominated Broadway production of "The Little Mermaid". A favorite with children and adults alike, join Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder and all your favorite characters as they hit the stage for a magical underwater adventure in New York.

You will transported to a magical kingdom beneath the sea, where a beautiful young mermaid named Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father - the king of the sea, escape the clutches of an evil sea witch and convince a prince that she's the girl with the perfect voice.

Based on one of the most beloved Disney films of all time, and the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale, The Little Mermaid is making a splash on Broadway. Some of Disney's most popular songs are featured in show - including "Part of Your World," "Kiss the Girl," and the Academy Award-winning Best Original Song, "Under the Sea".

In the tradition of other Disney on Broadway musicals, a visionary team of theater artists from around the world has gathered to bring The Little Mermaid to breathtaking life. Helmed by world-renowned director Francesca Zambello, the show will transport you to an underwater world like no other.

Jersey Boys is the new Broadway musical about the story of Frank Valli and the Four Seasons. This extraordinary story of how a group of working-class boys from the wrong side of the neighborhood became one of the best loved boy groups in America selling 175 million records worldwide. Be sure not to miss this unforgettable musical this season!

Likely to Sell-out! Jersey Boys on Broadway regularly sells out weeks and months in advance. Book ahead of time to avoid disappointment.

Jersey Boys is the story of how a group of blue-collar boys from the wrong side of the tracks became one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time--Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide...all before they were 30!

This new musical features their beloved hit songs "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Rag Doll," "Oh What a Night" and "Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," just to name a few. Meet Broadway's Jersey Boys this fall!

The most beloved green ogre of all time is making his New York debut in a Broadway show both adults and children will adore. Book your tickets now for SHREK THE MUSICAL - the very big, slightly gross and entirely beautiful new show at the Broadway Theater in New York!

Based on the Oscar-winning Dream Works film, SHREK THE MUSICAL tells the story of a swamp-dwelling ogre who goes on a life-changing adventure.

With an unforgettable score of all-new songs and breathtaking scenery and costumes, SHREK THE MUSICAL brings the hilarious and beloved story of everyone's favorite ogre to life right in front of you. This kid-friendly show is fun for the entire family!

Part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun, SHREK THE MUSICAL proves that there's more to this story (and to Broadway) than meets the ears.

A somber and respectful experience, the Ground Zero Museum Workshop Tour is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to commemorate and celebrate the lives of those lost on 9/11.Each item has an eyewitness story or personal account by your tour guides, all of whom participated in the recovery.

The Ground Zero Museum Workshop in the Meat-Packing District on West 14th street features stunning images, rare video and remnants from the Ground Zero Recovery Period, all packed into an intimate and emotional space. On display are 100 of Gary Marlon Suson's most well-known images, including the charred Genesis 11: Tower of Babylon Bible Page found in the WTC rubble, the Frozen Clock stuck at 10:02am, marking the collapse of the South Tower and several FDNY Honor Guard images. The actual clock itself is also on display in the museum.

The only all-access, sanctioned photographer at Ground Zero, Suson's one-of-a-kind, 3-D photo installations place viewers into the "hole" at Ground Zero. Visitors are also allowed the rare opportunity to pick up and hold World Trade Center steel and window glass. The Non-Profit Museum, a must-see before visiting Ground Zero, also benefits numerous 9/11 and Fire Department-related charities and is endorsed by many noted firefighters and 9/11 families. Tours are limited to just 25 people, and include a powerful 15-minute video.

The Ground Zero Museum is about 5-minutes from Ground Zero via the "E" train. Daily tours last about 90 minutes and include the intimate stories behind 100 images and remnants. This is a "don't-miss" museum that touches the heart of young and old alike. No graphic or morbid images are displayed and the museum is known for its sensitivity to a very tough subject matter. Suitable for children.

Bada-bing, bada-boom - follow in the footsteps of Tony and family, on a bus tour of The Sopranos sites. If you can't get enough of the hit HBO series The Sopranos, you won't want to leave New York without joining this fun tour through New Jersey.

• Take a peek inside the Bada Bing bar
• See Father Phil's parish
• Sit on the steps of the diner where Chris was shot
• Visit the spot where Big Pussy spoke with the FBI
• Go on location to the high school where A.J. dumped pizza boxes into the pool
• See Pizzaland, the Muffler Man and other sites used in the opening credits
• Sit at the booth where Tony sat in the restaurant where the final scene of the series was filmed

Avenue Q is the hilarious and heartfelt Tony-winning Broadway show taking New York by storm. The show takes place on an urban street where people and puppets deal with some of life's most thorny issues: romance, sex, money, career and other matters unmentionable. This isn't the Muppet Show!

Avenue Q is the story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who comes to New York City with big dreams and a tiny bank account.

He soon discovers that the only neighborhood in his price range is Avenue Q; still, the neighbors seem nice. There's Brian the out-of-work comedian and his therapist fiancee Christmas Eve; Nicky the good-hearted slacker and his roommate Rod - a Republican investment banker who seems to have some sort of secret; an Internet addict called Trekkie Monster; and a very cute kindergarten teaching assistant named Kate. And would you believe the building's superintendent is Gary Coleman?!? (Yes, that Gary Coleman)

Together, Princeton and his newfound friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life.

What better way to explore the ethnic diversity of New York City than this exclusive history, culture and gastronomy lesson on a varied international bus and walking tour of Brooklyn. Take a trip back in time and around the world and see a part of New York City you probably didn't even know existed!

It's been said that "A trip to Brooklyn is like a trip around the world". It's truly amazing how many people visit New York City and miss out on Brooklyn - don't be one of them.

The neighborhoods you'll be visiting on the Best of Brooklyn Food and Culture Walking Tour include:

• Old Williamsburg - home to many ethnic groups and a thriving art community, sample delectable foods from an authentic 1960s era kosher Hasidic deli
• DUMBO - stop and get to sample scrumptious chocolate at the Jacques Torres chocolate factory, and visit Brooklyn Bridge Park - excellent view of Manhattan's famous skyline
• Sunset Park - featuring a plethora of Latin American food establishments for a picnic in the park style lunch featuring the "Cuban" sandwich

Your journey with an experienced, knowledgeable native New Yorker will show you the most fascinating areas in New York City. Begin in the historic West Village, the past and present home to some of the city's most influential residents, then venture across the Williamsburg Bridge to Brooklyn, where the rest of your tour takes place.

The tour is run in English however, since the tour is mostly visual, it can work wonderfully even if you have only a basic understanding of English.

Experience New York City from the comfort of a 1975 Chevrolet Caprice classic convertible! Your private chauffeured journey with a knowledgeable native New Yorker will show you the most fascinating areas of New York.

Your two-hour private tour in a mint-condition classic convertible begins in historic Greenwich Village, home to some of New York City's most influential residents over the decades. You'll also take a ride across the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade for one of the most spectacular views of Manhattan's famous skyline.
On your private tour you'll visit Lower Manhattan's most exciting neighborhoods, including:

• West Village, the original stomping ground of New York's bohemians
• SoHo, an artistic haven featuring numerous art galleries and shops
• TriBeCa, the trendy neighborhood that hosts the annual film festival
• South Street Seaport, a cobblestone dock featuring some of the world's most impressive boats
• Brooklyn Bridge, one of the world's first suspension bridges, built in 1870
• Manhattan Bridge, used by over 350,000 commuters each day
• Chinatown, home to the largest Chinese population in North America
• Little Italy, home to more than 20 historical landmarks

Tours are conducted in English, however, since the tour is mostly visual, the tour can work wonderfully even if you have only a basic understanding of English.

Take a walk on New York's wild side to the sites where famous and infamous musicians played, lived and shopped. Ever wondered where the Ramones, Television and Blondie called home in New York City? Where Led Zeppelin, the Doors, the Animals and the Who would play until the wee hours of the morning? The Original Rock 'n' Roll Walking Tour will help you answer these questions and many more as you stroll the streets of the Big Apple.

New York City's Lower East Side introduced new music, fashion and a way of life to the world. Now you can find out exactly what went down in the East Village during the years of rock, punk and glam. Check out sites like Joey Ramone's NYC pad, the St. Marks Hotel, Iggy Pop's former residence, Andy Warhol's Electric Circus, Madonna's first NYC apartment and much more. You’ll hear stories of the New York Dolls, CBGBs, Velvet Underground, Fillmore East and Led Zeppelin. Visit the sites where famous album covers were shot, and be entertained by stories of rock 'n' roll mischief and debauchery.

Not only will you get the inside scoop on the rich musical history of this historic Lower East Side, you'll also get tips from an experienced New Yorker on the best places to eat, drink and shop.

This fascinating tour has featured in VH1, Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, Rolling Stone, the New York Times and New York Post!

Join a fabulous New York City bike ride along the Hudson River Park Greenway and through Central Park. Enjoy spectacular views of the river and city skyline as you cycle at a leisurely pace through the city.

Get the camera ready for spectacular views of the Hudson River and New York City skyline before heading to the bicycle-friendly, 843-acre Central Park. Visit famous sites such as Strawberry Fields international peace garden, Belvedere Castle, Shakespeare Garden, concert sites and more!

This New York City Bike Tour is suitable for all levels of fitness and takes a leisurely pace to suit all participants on the day. Bottled water and a snack are available during the tour to help keep those legs moving.

If you're into hip-hop, or want to see another side of NYC, take a tour with one of hip-hop's Grandmasters! Suitable for all ages, this one-of-a-kind experience takes you on an interactive cultural tour of Manhattan, Harlem and the Bronx, and reveals the true meaning of hip-hop.

Your expert Grandmaster guide will trace the history and influences of hip-hop in New York City, from its earliest years with pioneers DJ Red Alert, Grandmaster Caz, Rahiem of Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, and many others. You'll get the lowdown on famous groups like Public Enemy, Treacherous Three and the Sugarhill Gang.

On this fun-filled hip-hop tour, you'll even get to try your hand in the "Show Your Skills" segment of the tour, while dressed in plenty of "bling"!

Explore New York City in a way that's car-free, fun, safe and easy! Explore New York City at your own pace with a full day of bike hire. Take to the streets and cruise around at your leisure away from the cars and the crowds.

Cycle along the Hudson River Greenway to the Brooklyn Bridge, Battery Park or Riverside Park - there are around 25 miles of off-street trails on offer throughout Manhattan for your biking pleasure. Ride to Central Park, Chinatown or to the Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island ferry, the choice is yours.

You bike rental includes use of a helmet for your safety as well as a bike lock giving you piece of mind when stopping to explore a little further on foot. Design your own New York city sightseeing itinerary while getting out in the fresh air where the only limit is your imagination - and maybe your legs!

Explore New York's most exciting scenic locations with your own personal tour guide and photographer! Make your memories of New York last a lifetime! Take a two hour private walking tour of Central Park and Manhattan's Uptown while your experience is captured in beautiful color photographs.

This private, unique tour is a wonderful way to discover the city's best restaurants and favorite jaunts, while taking in the charm and culture of the Manhattan. Your experience is captured in beautiful color photos, which will make your New York experience truly memorable. They are delivered to your hotel within 48 hours on CD Rom. Both the photos and the tour receive rave reviews.

Your tour guide will accommodate you as much as possible - after all this is your private tour. You set the pace and decide which locations we visit. You can explore as many attractions as possible within your two hour time frame.

Your personal tour can include the following destinations:

• The Reservoir which overlooks the skyline
• Strawberry Fields named after John Lennon's famous song
• The Wildlife Center and its showcase of animals from all around the world
• Sheep's Meadow a lush pastoral setting for spectacular photos
• The Bow Bridge a spectacular cast iron bridge spanning sixty feet across the Lake
• Bethesda Fountain at the heart of the Park overlooking the Lake

"The Park" as it is affectionately known to New Yorkers offers a multitude of stunning photos beneath the majestic New York City Skyline. Tour will continue through the charming tree-lined streets of the Upper West side and explore the historic brownstones and unique shops. Time permitting, you can explore many of New York's other popular neighborhoods and destinations.

Experience the true flavor of New York City on this unforgettable tour which is an experience of a lifetime! 

Tour New York City in style by private limousine, with your own personal navigator to guide you! Your private guide is an experienced, knowledgeable native New Yorker, who will show you the most fascinating areas in New York City, and provide personalized attention on your special private tour of the Big Apple.

Your private tour begins in the historic West Village, home to some of the city's most influential residents. You'll then cross the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade for one of the most spectacular views of Manhattan's famous skyline. You will have the option to get out at most locations to explore and take photos.

On your private tour you'll visit Lower Manhattan's most exciting neighborhoods, including:

• West Village, the original stomping ground of New York's bohemians
• SoHo, an artistic haven featuring numerous art galleries and shops
• TriBeCa, the trendy neighborhood that hosts the annual film festival
• The World Finacial Center (includes a visit to Ground Zero and the Wintergarden, an indoor palm tree atrium)
• South Street Seaport, a cobblestone dock featuring some of the world's most impressive boats
• Brooklyn Bridge, one of the world's first suspension bridges, built in 1870
• Manhattan Bridge, used by over 350,000 commuters each day
• Chinatown, home to the largest Chinese population in North America
• Little Italy, home to more than 20 historical landmarks

Please note: This private tour is available with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Please advise the required language at the time of booking.

Take the most comprehensive 5.5-hour guided tour to New York City there is! The New York in One Day Sightseeing Tour is a perfect introduction to the Big Apple for first-time visitors, covering all the major sites and led by experienced, friendly, enthusiastic guides.

You'll see New York City's major sites on this tour, including Times Square, the World Trade Center Site, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, Central Park and Strawberry Fields. You will also see the Statue of Liberty up close from the Staten Island Ferry, and have wonderful photo opportunities of the Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty.

This is not a hop-on hop-off tour. The tour operates as a shuttle between the major New York attractions, and you are accompanied by your experienced guide when you get off the bus to visit each famous sight.

There is free bottled water on board, and the 33-passenger climate-controlled shuttles are warm in winter and cool in summer. A fun experience is assured for all onboard!

Enjoy a superb four-course dinner while you cruise the Hudson River and see Manhattan by night! Every table offers spectacular views of New York's breathtaking skyline, and dinner is served at your own private table.

Boasting stately, ornate surroundings, your boat has a top deck for moonlight strolls, and upper and lower dining areas enclosed by panoramic windows. On your dinner cruise, you'll slip down the Hudson, around the tip of Manhattan, up the East River, under the Brooklyn Bridge and head north to catch a glimpse of the United Nations. Turning around, you will sail to the Statue of Liberty, then back up the Hudson. Other landmarks you'll spot during your dinner cruise include the Art Deco spires of the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings.

Enjoy the ever-changing panorama of New York City's skyline while dancing the night away to the entertaining musical sounds of the DJ. No other New York experience can match this unique combination of romantic ambiance, terrific service and great food freshly prepared onboard by an executive chef.

Whether you choose to enjoy these sights through the panoramic windows from the intimacy of your private table, or take a stroll outside on the spacious observation deck, the sights and sounds of New York will stay with you long after your cruise has returned to the dock.

Ambassador Service Option (additional cost):
The Ambassador Service option offers an enhanced level of food and service. Indulge in upgraded menu items as well as preferred seating.

Tour New York City your own way with the flexible New York Pass. Enjoy free entry to more than 40 New York attractions, as well as discounts at top restaurants and retailers.

Choose from 40 unique attractions, then let the New York Pass do the rest. You'll receive discounts and special offers on shopping, dining and activities, plus a 125-page guidebook.

The New York Pass leaves you in control, allowing you to have the best, customized experience possible. Passes are available for one, two, three or seven days.

Attractions covered by the New York Pass include:

• Bronx Zoo
• Brooklyn Children's Museum
• Carnegie Hall Tour
• Central Park Zoo
• New York harbor cruises
• Ellis Island Ferry (for Statue of Liberty)
• Empire State Building
• Guggenheim Museum
• Madison Square Garden All Access Tour
• MOMA
• NBC Studio Tour
• Queens Zoo
• Radio City Music Hall Stage Door Tour
• Rockefeller Center Tour
• Tour at Lincoln Center
• United Nations Tour
• Whitney Museum of American Art

New York has endless options, and with the New York Pass you can do as much or as little sightseeing as you like, at your own pace.

Get the New York CityPass, the best deal in the Big Apple. Your New York CityPass saves you time and money as you skip long ticket queues for entry to six of New York's premier attractions.

Each ticket booklet is packed with useful information, including hours of operation, transport and contact information, plus insider tips so you can get the most out of your visit to New York City. It's all you need to see the best of the city that never sleeps!

Your New York CityPass includes tickets to the following must-see attractions:

• Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ticket OR two-hour Circle Line Cruise
• Empire State Building Observatory and audio tour
• Guggenheim Museum
• American Museum of Natural history, with one Space Show
• Museum of Modern Art
• Metropolitan Museum of Art

Save up to US$47 on six attractions with one pass ? that's a 44% saving. Plus, you won't have to wait in long ticket lines!

See New York's famous landmarks from the air on an exhilarating 11 to 15-minute helicopter tour. You'll come face-to-face with the Statue of Liberty, the silver Art Deco brilliance of the Chrysler Building, and the sprawling green expanse of Central Park.

On your 11 to 15-minute New York sightseeing helicopter flight you'll experience the grandeur of Manhattan's famous skyline in a way that's impossible from the ground. You'll also see the most famous landmark in the US, the Statue of Liberty, from the air!

Your flight takes you past the World Financial Center, Empire State, Chrysler, Woolworth, and Met Life (Pan Am) Buildings, Ellis Island, New York Harbor and the George Washington Bridge.

Escape New York's queues and crowds by taking to the skies!

Take to the Manhattan skies for an exciting helicopter tour of New York City. Your flight takes you over Ground Zero and past the Statue of Liberty, and offers magnificent views of the Brooklyn Bridge and Yankee Stadium.

On this New York Helicopter Flight you will have a bird's-eye view of New York's skyline, followed by fantastic photo opportunities of the Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor, the Verrazano Bridge, the financial district and Ground Zero. Next, your flight turns around and heads back over Manhattan to take in New York's world-famous skyline featuring the Empire State Building, Chrysler and Met Life Buildings.

Enjoy majestic views of Central Park on your way to once-in-a-lifetime views of many of New York's other historic landmarks. See Yankee Stadium, Grant's Tomb, the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, George Washington Bridge and more as you fly over Manhattan.

Whether this is your first time in New York City or your 50th visit, a New York Helicopter Flight is a thrilling way to see this great city from a unique perspective you will not soon forget.

Create you own sightseeing itinerary with the New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour. With four routes to choose from you can explore every corner of this fabulous city, with lively tour guides to keep you entertained and informed. Your New York City Hop-on Hop-off All Loops ticket is valid for 48 hours, and you can hop on and off the distinctive double-decker buses at any of the 50 stops.

It's a great way to get to know New York if this is your first visit to the city. You can choose to use only the Uptown or Downtown Loops, or go for the most popular choice, the All Loops Tour, which enables you to ride on all four services.

Uptown Loop (Ticket valid for 24 hours.Tour time if staying on the bus is approximately 2 hours)
Stops include Central Park, Lincoln Center, Theater district, Rockefeller Plaza, Radio City, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, American Museum of Natural History and other famous attractions on Museum Mile.

Downtown Loop(Ticket valid for 24 hours.Tour time if staying on the bus is approximately 3 hours)
Stops include Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Little Italy, Chinatown, Financial District, Battery Park, South Street Seaport, Times Square, Rockefeller Plaza, Radio City, United Nations, 42nd Street, St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Brooklyn Loop (Ticket valid for 24 hours.Tour time if staying on the bus is approximately 2 hours)
Stops include the Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Museum of Art, Antique Furniture District, Fulton Mall, Brooklyn Museum and much more.

Night Tour (2.5 hours - Not hop-on hop-off)
View over 20 sites from Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building to Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown and Little Italy. See the glittering lights of the city that never sleeps, with a stop in Brooklyn for magnificent views of Manhattan's skyline.

During the holiday season, the Holiday Lights Tour replaces the Night Tour focuses on Midtown to highlight the best holiday decorations, including department store windows. The Holiday Lights Tour does not include the Brooklyn Promenade.

See everything the Big Apple has to offer on a New York Helicopter Flight. As well as the most popular sights, such as the Statue of Liberty, Ground Zero and New York Harbor, you will fly over Central Park, landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge and Yankee Stadium, and have views over New York's five boroughs on this Grand Island helicopter tour.

You'll see the Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island, and fly over the Queensboro, Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg Bridges. The aerial views of the United Nations and South Street Seaport are unforgettable as your flight brings you to New York Harbor, including fantastic views of the Statue of Liberty, Verrazano Bridge, the financial district and Ground Zero. Next your flight turns around and heads back over Manhattan to take in New York's world-famous skyline featuring the Empire State Building, Chrysler and Met Life Buildings.

You'll also see Yankee Stadium, Grant's Tomb, the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, George Washington Bridge and more as you enjoy in-depth views of New York's majestic skyline.

Whether this is your first time in New York City or your 50th visit, a New York Grand Island Helicopter Flight is a thrilling way to see this great city and the five boroughs from a unique perspective.

Follow in the fancy footsteps of Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda on a 'Sex and the City' tour! You'll conquer New York City and drink where the girls drink, shop where they shop, and gossip where they gossip.

On the Sex and the City Hotspots Tour you'll see more than 40 locations from the famous TV series, including:

• The Pleasure Chest where Charlotte bought her 'rabbit '
• The bakery where Miranda stuffed herself with cupcakes
• Scout - the bar owned by Steve and Aidan
• Go on location to the gallery in SOHO where Charlotte worked
• The furniture store where Aidan designed his tables and chairs
• Stop at a bar used on the show
• Locations from the Sex and the City movie

Tour all of Manhattan, from uptown to downtown, Harlem to the Statue of Liberty, on a full-day guided coach tour. If this is your first visit to the Big Apple, you'll gain a great overview of New York City and its famous sights on this comprehensive introductory day tour.

Accompanied by your informative and friendly tour guide, you'll see Times Square, Madison Square Garden, the Flatiron building, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Little Italy and Battery Park.

You'll also take a one-hour cruise for close-up views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Brooklyn Bridge. When you resume your coach tour at Battery Park, you'll drive up to Central Park, St. John the Divine Cathedral, Grant's Tomb, Harlem, the Museum Mile, Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center and more.

Along with your coach tour and cruise, you'll enjoy an all-American lunch!

Take an early-evening New York City Harbor Lights cruise and bask in the glow of the setting sun and glistening harbor lights. While listening to an entertaining and informative tour commentary, sip your favorite drink and watch the sun set, the moon rise and New York City light up for the night.

You'll enjoy dazzling skyline views of Manhattan on the two-hour Harbor Lights cruise it's one of the best ways to see this fabulous city! From the Statue of Liberty to the famous Brooklyn Bridge, New York's landmarks are especially memorable when lit up at night.

Beverages, food and souvenirs are available for purchase on board.

Take the ultimate helicopter tour over New York! This 16 to 20-minute aerial tour covers all five Boroughs. You'll see the Statue of Liberty, Chrysler Building, Empire State, Central Park, Yankee Stadium and many other famous landmarks in a way that's impossible from the ground.

Your New York sightseeing adventure begins as you fly down the Hudson River toward the harbor, passing Manhattan's Financial District, Woolworth Building and Ellis Island. After a bird's-eye view of the Statue of Liberty, you'll fly over Governors Island and the Verrazano Bridge joining Brooklyn and Staten Island.

Returning up the Hudson, you'll pass the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid to view Midtown's famous skyscrapers: Empire State, Chrysler and Met Life (Pan Am) Buildings, along with Central Park, Yankee Stadium, St. John the Divine Cathedral, Columbia University, George Washington Bridge and the Palisade of New Jersey.

Everything you need to see New York with freedom and independence! Includes a ticket on the Ellis Island ferry (Statue of Liberty), and either Top of the Rock Observation Deck or the Empire State Building.

Design your own itinerary of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Harlem on a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour. In summer the top deck is open and in winter clear screens allow for unobstructed views of New York. Tickets are valid for 72 hours and there are over 40 stops around the city.

Downtown Tour: View the most famous neighborhoods and attractions like Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Empire State Building, SoHo, Little Italy, Wall Street, Financial District, Lower East Side, United Nations, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall and more.

Uptown and Harlem Tour: Views of Fifth Avenue, Museum Mile, The Dakota, Lincoln Center, Time Warner Center, Central Park, Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim, Frick Collection, Apollo Theater, Museum of Natural History, Museum of Modern Art and Harlem Market.

Brooklyn Tour:  Drive through trendy and historic neighborhoods with views of the Brooklyn Bridge. Pass the oasis of calm at Prospect Park, see stately mansions as well as the grand arches at Grand Army Plaza.

Night Tour: Enjoy breathtaking views of the glittering Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge lit against the night sky. Also make a stop at historic Fulton Ferry.

Harbor Cruise: Hop aboard for a New York harbor cruise. Learn about the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the historic immigration center and the World Financial Center.

Museum of the City of New York or New York Historical Society: Embrace the past and future of NYC and celebrate the city's cultural diversity.

Until you see New York City from the top of the Empire State Building, you haven't really seen it! You'll remember your first visit to the Empire State Building and the amazing 360-degree panoramic views of Manhattan forever.

Your ticket takes you to the 86th-floor observatory, at 1,050 feet (320 meters). The glass-enclosed area is reached by high-speed automatic elevators, and is heated in winter and cooled in summer. You'll see spectacular views from the spacious outdoor promenades on all four sides of the building. High-powered binoculars are available for a minimal cost on the promenades.

You'll find souvenir counters at the 80th-floor observatory, which is also handicap accessible. While you gaze from horizon to horizon, you can listen to your tour guide, Tony, as he beguiles you with fascinating facts and stories on the audio tour (if option is selected).

There are three lines at the observatory: the security line (required for all visitors), the ticket line and the elevator line. You will be required to join the ticket line to exchange vouchers on arrival.

102nd-floor observatory
Admission tickets to the 102nd-floor observatory are sold at the observatory ticket office, on the 2nd floor of the building. Admission costs $15 in addition to regular admission tickets.

Insider Tip
When you see an Empire State Building Observatory employee, tell them you want to purchase the Express Ticket option for $26 per person. They will walk you to the front of each line, therefore making your wait no more than 20 minutes. This pass cannot be sold in advance and is only available on the day of your visit.

Choose this classic New York City Hop-on Hop-off Tour - you get the New York Tour plus admission to the South Street Seaport Museum and either the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock. With this classic tour, you have all NYC options covered!

Hop-on and off at over 50 stops throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, and explore every corner of this fabulous city! From the United Nations to Times Square, the hop-on hop-off tour shows you all the sights of New York City, double-decker style! Your pass is valid for 48 hours, and includes the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferry.

Uptown Loop: Stops include Central Park, Lincoln Center, Theater district, Rockefeller Plaza, Radio City, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Fifth Avenue, American Museum of Natural History and other Museum Mile attractions.

Downtown Loop: Stops include Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Little Italy, Chinatown, Financial District, Battery Park, South Street Seaport, Times Square, Rockefeller Plaza, Radio City, United Nations, 42nd Street, St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Brooklyn Loop: Stops include the Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Museum of Art, Antique Furniture District, Fulton Mall, Brooklyn Museum and much more.

Night Tour (Not hop-on hop-off): View over 20 sites from Central Park, Times Square, Empire State Building to Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown and Little Italy. Includes a stop in Brooklyn for magnificent views of Manhattan's skyline.

Choose from free admission to the Empire State Building or Top of the Rock!

Note: November 29 to December 30 the Night Tour is replaced with the Holiday Lights Tour.

Sit back and unwind on a relaxing three-hour cruise around Manhattan Island. You'll see all the sights on the only New York cruise to circumnavigate Manhattan in its entirety.

While you cruise, your knowledgeable tour guide acts as part entertainer and part historian, bringing the city's breathtaking sights and fascinating history to life. You will discover the secrets of New York City as you sail around Manhattan Island, and see three rivers, seven major bridges including the Brooklyn Bridge, the five boroughs, over 25 world-renowned landmarks and, of course, a magnificent close-up of the Statue of Liberty.

Beverages, food and souvenirs are available for purchase on board.

Bring an empty suitcase along for a day of unbeatable brand-name shopping at low prices! Take a trip to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets for discount shopping on major brands and labels. Featuring 220 stores and eateries, there's no better place for a day of bargain shopping in New York.

You can choose from a range of departure times to suit your needs, whether it be a quick four hour shop or an eight hour splurge. Present voucher at customer service booth in the tower building for a VIP coupon book which entitles you to hundreds of dollars of additional savings!

Woodbury Common features 220 stores offering the largest collection of upscale designer and name-brand outlets in the world. Stores include: Adidas, Banana Republic Factory Store, Barneys New York Outlet, Burberry, Coach, Crate and Barrel, Dolce&Gabbana, Donna Karan, Donald J Pliner, Frette, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Zegna, Max Mara, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Gap Outlet, Nike Factory Store, Off 5th - Saks Fifth Avenue Outlet, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tommy Hilfiger, Timberland, Versace, Williams-Sonoma Outlet. And there is much more including a selection of eateries and sit down restaurants.

Step aboard a luxury yacht and escape the city on the New York Sunday Brunch Cruise. You'll enjoy two magical hours of live music, food from the all-you-can-eat brunch buffet, and breathtaking views of the world's premier skyline.

Your yacht sets sail for the Statue of Liberty as the music plays a patriotic medley. Other well-known landmarks you'll see on the cruise include the Art Deco spires of the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings, Winter Garden, Battery Park, Governors Island and Ellis Island.

Spend Sunday morning in Harlem, the ethnically diverse borough of New York. You'll join a local church congregation and experience the soul-stirring power of gospel music on this special visit to one of New York City's most vital neighborhoods.

During your visit to legendary Harlem, you'll learn about the area's early days as a rural Dutch community. You'll hear how Harlem became home for African American writers and artists at the turn of the 20th century. You'll also learn of the suburb's troubled past during the 1960s and 70s, and of today's community brimming with pride and reveling in its new renaissance.

Harlem has an amazing story to tell at every turn! On your tour of the neighborhood you will see famous sights and landmarks such as City College, Morning Side Heights, the Morris Jumel Mansion, Sylvan terrace, Strivers Row, the Abyssinian Baptist church, Duke Ellington's home on St. Nicholas Avenue, famed 125th Street, Harlem USA, the Cotton Club, and the Apollo Theater. You'll visit the charming residential enclaves of Sugar Hill and Hamilton Heights with their elegant apartment buildings.

If you choose the gospel tour with brunch, you'll enjoy a soul food brunch at one of Harlem's local restaurants.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is "Soul Food"?

A: Soul Food is traditional African American cuisine that originated in the South in the United States. Today it has become a highly sought after cuisine. It consists of spicy ribs, collard greens, fried fish and chicken, freshly cooked corn bread, and a few side dishes like black eye peas, okra, or macaroni and cheese to mention a few.

If you're looking for the ultimate romantic evening in New York City, this is the tour for you! This exclusive honeymooners' special gives you private round-trip transportation by limousine, a ride in a horse-drawn carriage made for two around Central Park, and a gourmet dinner at one of New York's most dazzling dining restaurants.

Your private evening begins when your friendly chauffeur picks you up in a luxury stretch limousine from your midtown New York hotel. After your romantic horse-drawn carriage ride around Central Park, you'll enjoy an exquisite dinner at the legendary Tavern on the Green overlooking Central Park. Wine and champagne are included with your meal. You'll also receive a special photo and souvenir as a memento of this special night, before being driven back to your hotel.

Take to the skies on a helicopter tour to see New York's amazing night sky! On this evening helicopter flight you'll soar through the sky and experience a bird's eye view of the glittering lights of Manhattan. This is the best view you can get of New York City!

Fly over Central Park, check out Times Square from above and enjoy amazing views of the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. You'll be able to see it all without battling the crowds on this New York City helicopter tour. The flight time is approximately 18 to 20 minutes.

This is the perfect vantage point to take in New York's skyline. Don't miss out on this incredible night helicopter flight.

Sites you will see during this New York Helicopter Tour:

• Central Park
• Times Square
• Empire State Building
• Chrysler Building
• Madison Square Gardens
• SOHO
• Little Italy
• China Town
• Statue of Liberty
• Financial District
• Ground Zero

Design your own itinerary and explore the streets of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Harlem on a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour. In summer the top deck is open and in winter clear screens allow for unobstructed views of New York. Tickets are valid for 48 hours, allowing you to set your own pace and see as much or as little as you like. There are over 40 stops around the city.

Downtown Tour: View the most famous neighborhoods and attractions like Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Empire State Building, SoHo, Little Italy, Wall Street, Financial District, Lower East Side, United Nations, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall and more.

Uptown and Harlem Tour: Views of Fifth Avenue, Museum Mile, The Dakota, Lincoln Center, Time Warner Center, Central Park, Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim, Frick Collection, Apollo Theater, Museum of Natural History, Museum of Modern Art and Harlem Market.

Brooklyn Tour:  Drive through trendy and historic neighborhoods with views of the Brooklyn Bridge. Pass the oasis of calm that is Prospect Park and see stately mansions as well as the grand arches at Grand Army Plaza.

Night Tour: Enjoy breathtaking views of the glittering Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge lit against the night sky. Also make a stop at historic Fulton Ferry.

Harbor Cruise: Hop aboard for a New York harbor cruise. Learn about the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the historic immigration center and the World Financial Center.

Museum of the City of New York or New York Historical Society: Embrace the past and future of NYC and celebrate the city's cultural diversity.

You also have the option to combine your tour with great value roundtrip airport transfers.

Take a guided tour of the New York sites you know and love from your favorite TV shows and movies! On this must-do tour, your entertaining and in-the-know guide will take you to over 60 instantly recognizable locations from TV and film.

You'll see familiar buildings from TV shows like Ugly Betty, Gossip Girl, Friends, Will and Grace and the Cosby Show, or movies such as I Am Legend, Spiderman and Woody Allen's Manhattan. Your guide is a local actor and will also show you a number of celebrity homes.

• See locations from The Devil Wears Prada, The Interpreter, Rescue Me and The Apprentice
• Visit the apartment building where Monica, Chandler and the other Friends lived
• Go on location to the building where Grace from Will and Grace has her design studio
• Sit on the steps of the Cosby townhouse
• Go on location to the diner used in Men in Black and Woody Allen's Manhattan
• Stop in at one of the locations used in Hitch
• Take photos at the firehouse used in Ghostbusters

The New York TV and Movie Sites Tour is a great way to get an overview of Manhattan. The tour starts in Times Square, goes all the way south to Greenwich Village and the East Village, heads up to the Upper East Side, and then cruises alongside Central Park on Fifth Avenue as you return to Times Square.

Buses are air-conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter. Most buses are equipped with bathrooms.

This New York package includes a 72-hour ticket on the New York City Hop-on Hop-off Tour, ticket on a harbor cruise, ticket to Top of the Rock Observation Deck and a Woodbury Common Shopping Tour - everything you need to see New York!

Downtown Tour: View famous neighborhoods and attractions like Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Empire State Building, SoHo, Wall Street, Financial District and Rockefeller Center.

Uptown and Harlem Tour: Views of Fifth Avenue, Museum Mile, Lincoln Center, Time Warner Center, Central Park, Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim, Museum of Modern Art and Harlem Market.

Brooklyn Tour: Drive through trendy and historic neighborhoods with views of the Brooklyn Bridge. Pass the oasis of calm at Prospect Park, see stately mansions plus the grand arches at Grand Army Plaza.

Night Tour: Enjoy breathtaking views of the glittering Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge lit against the night sky. Also make a stop at historic Fulton Ferry.

Harbor Cruise: Hop aboard for a New York harbor cruise. Learn about the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the historic immigration center and the World Financial Center.

Choice of visit to either the New York Historical Society or the Museum of the City of New York

Museum of the City of New York:The museum is dedicated to fostering an understanding of New York's evolution from its humble origins to one of the world's greatest cities.

New York Historical Society: Housed in this landmark building is a collection that includes over 4 million American history related documents, over 1 million works of art, period furniture, toys and games dating from the mid 19th century.

Tickets are valid for 3 consecutive days PLUS 1 extra day FREE.

Experience the thrill of flying around New York City's famous landmarks in a helicopter! Your six to eight-minute New York helicopter tour takes off from Downtown Manhattan, soaring past the Statue of Liberty, Wall Street, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Ellis and Governors Islands.

Relax while you enjoy the experience of flying over the fabulous Big Apple, and see the sights from the best position - hundreds of feet above them!

The best way to appreciate New York's famous skyline views is from the water. Aboard this 90-minute cruise you'll enjoy terrific views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, South Street Seaport, Brooklyn Bridge, United Nations, the Chrysler Building and the Empire State Building.

If you're traveling with children, go for the 10am "Kids Adventure" cruise, focusing on education and fun for kids.

Her carpet bag is packed, her umbrella is unfurled - Mary Poppins has taken up residence on Broadway at the New Amsterdam Theater! Following hot on the heels of the successful London performances, the beloved story of nanny Mary Poppins comes to New York City to brighten the lives of the Banks family and audiences alike.

A treat for all the family, Mary Poppins is based on the much-loved books by author P.L. Travers and the classic 1964 Walt Disney film. The musical features all the songs you know and love from the film, including "A Spoonful of Sugar", "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" and "Chim Chim Cher-ee".

The musical has been created, in collaboration with Cameron Mackintosh, by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Julian Fellowes and the Olivier Award-winning team of George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, who have composed new songs and additional music and lyrics.

Take the family along to Mary Poppins, a perfectly magical musical!

You'll want to keep the music in your head and Xanadu in your heart, forever.

Ring in the New Year in style aboard New York's premier dining yacht. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner followed by dancing and of course, front-row seats to the world famous fireworks display at the Statue of Liberty.

Set sail for an unforgettable three-hour cruise around New York harbor as you enjoy a five-course dinner, hors d'oeuvres, midnight champagne toast and premium open bar. As you watch the ever-changing panorama of New York City's skyline unfold, you'll hear a soundtrack played by the resident DJ. No other New York New Year's Eve experience can match this unique combination of romantic ambience, terrific service and great food.

This year, make your New Year's resolutions as you celebrate under the New York stars. The sights and sounds of New York will stay with you long after your cruise has returned to the dock.

Experience the magic of New York City at twilight on a 90-minute cruise past the Manhattan skyline. The perfect appetizer for your night out on the town, your twilight cruise provides views of New York City you will never forget.

As the sun sets and the buildings darken, New York transforms into a vibrant visual feast, and thousands of lights dance across the harbor from the Manhattan skyline.

An entertaining and informative commentary accompanies your 90-minute New York City twilight cruise, and food and bar service are available onboard.

This cruise is seasonal and operates from May to November.

Sing, dance, laugh and play at Madame Tussaud's New York, where you are the star of the show! Over 200 life-like models of celebrities line up to provide you with the experience of a lifetime in the heart of Times Square, New York.

• Snap a picture with President Barack Obama in the Oval Office
• Sing with teen pop idols Mylie Cyrus and The Jonas Brothers
• Mix and mingle with A-list celebrities including Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Julia Roberts, Jennifer Lopez and Oprah in the Opening Night Party
• Dare to enter the "Scream", Madame Tussaud's scary live action attraction
• Visit the interactive kitchen of celebrity chef Rachel Ray
• Give the President and world leaders from the past and present an earful in the Gallery
• Meet Bond, James Bond, Daniel Craig
• Take the wheel with Carrie Underwood
• 2008 Super Bowl MVP and New York Giants quarterback, Eli Manning
• Sing for Simon Cowell at American Idol
• Mix music with Usher
• Dance with Beyonce

Walk the red carpet and make your grand entrance to the start-studded opening night party. Get the latest gossip from the rich and famous. Be careful not to get caught in the tabloids, the paparazzi are relentless!

Upgrade from a Classic Pass to an All Access Pass and enter the Cinema 4D theatre, an ultra-sensory experience that delivers 3D technology with 4D effects including wind, mist and scent featuring an exciting lineup of films. Cinema 4D show times are every 15 minutes starting on the hour; featured 4D films will change seasonally. Before the show you can take a peak behind the scenes to learn how studio artists make the wax figures look so real.

* All celebrities appear in wax

Grab your friends or that special someone and get ready for 3 hours of real New York fun! This New York dinner cruise includes live entertainment, an amazing DJ and breathtaking views of the New York skyline. Don't wait - add this dinner cruise to your New York itinerary today!

This is an amazing way to experience New York! Dine on a delicious dinner as you enjoy a beautiful view of the New York skyline. Experience the Manhattan nightlife, dine on an all-you-can-eat buffet in the hip dining room, complete with attentive meal service and Broadway-style entertainment. Then, gaze at the New York skyline from the outdoor deck and dance the night away in the nightclub!

You'll know you're in for a special evening the moment you step aboard the elegant decks and are escorted to your candlelit table. Many tables are designed for cabaret-style seating with other guests, reminiscent of ocean-going cruises.

Then, feel free to explore the ship, while your crew casts off for three fabulous hours on New York Harbor. Your waiter will invite you to the dinner buffet where you can sample a little bit of everything, or just select your favorite fare.

Everything is freshly prepared in our shipboard galley and served in the true manner of an ocean-going cruise buffet. Savor your culinary selections over perfectly-paced dinner music and a never ending view of Manhattan's breathtaking skyline through the panoramic windows.

While you relax on the vibrant decks, enjoy your meal, take in the endless stream of city sights and allow us to delight you with live performances. Later, head topside and relax on the outdoor patio deck for views of Manhattan's magnificent skyline.

Hit the dance floor as our hottest DJs spin your favorite tunes and let you rock 'til we dock!

If your time in NYC is limited, hop aboard for a quick, 75-minute harbor cruise to the Statue of Liberty from Midtown Manhattan. On this fully narrated cruise, your knowledgeable tour guide will bring New York's sights and fascinating history to life.

You'll see and hear about the majestic Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the historic immigration center, the World Financial Center and the awesome skyscrapers that give Manhattan the most famous skyline in the world.

Sightseeing highlights:

• Intrepid Sea-Air Space Museum
• Empire State Building
• Jacob Javits Convention Center
• World Financial Center
• Battery Park City
• Museum of Jewish Heritage
• Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty
• Verrazano Narrows Bridge
• Castle Clinton
• Staten Island Ferry
• Governors Island
• Castle William
• Downtown Heliport
• Wall Street
• Old Trinity Church
• South Street Seaport
• Brooklyn Bridge

Beverages, food and souvenirs are available for purchase on board. There are ramps available to enable wheelchair access; however, the toilets are not wheelchair accessible.

Experience the grandeur of New York's skyline on this two-hour highlights cruise. Sit back and relax while you cruise past New York's major sights, and enjoy a close encounter of the best kind with the Statue of Liberty.

Your cruise takes you sailing down the Hudson, around Battery Park, up the East River, past the South Street Seaport and under the Brooklyn Bridge. Part entertainer, part historian, your knowledgeable tour guide brings New York's breathtaking sights and fascinating history to life.

Beverages, food and souvenirs are available for purchase on board. There are ramps available to enable wheelchair access; however, the toilets are not wheelchair accessible.

See New York City sparkle on an evening panoramic tour of the city lights. On this 2.5-hour evening tour of New York by night you'll see the Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown, the Lower East Side, Rockefeller Center, Manhattan Bridge (weather permitting), Brooklyn and more.

Note that this is not a hop-on hop-off service, and there are no scheduled stops on this tour.

Please note: This New York Night Tour will be replaced by the Holiday Lights Tour during the holiday season from November 30, 2008, to January 3, 2009.

Shop like an industry insider in the Garment District, the epicenter of fashion in New York City! On this three-hour guided walking tour, you'll visit private showrooms not accessible to the public. You'll also shop at hot designer sample sales, and snap up women's clothing and accessories for less than the wholesale price. Note that shopping destinations are primarily for woman's items.

This New York Garment Center Shopping Tour is a must for shoppers who want to experience one of New York's last wholesale districts at work. You'll visit the buildings of world-famous designers, whose work impacts fashion the world over. Add a visit to the world's most famous trim store, with your expert guide to lead the way, and this is the perfect morning tour for fashionistas, "better clothing" bargain hunters, and the fashion curious.

Tour highlights:

• Sample sale shopping (most sizes usually available)
• Wholesale showrooms
• World's most famous trim store, featured in the New York Times and Martha Stewart Living
• Seeing NYC's original manufacturing and design district where few tourists enter!
• A list of other notable sales of the day for independent shopping following the tour a valuable insider tool!
• This guided walking shopping tour is limited to 12 guests, ensuring you'll enjoy personalized attention

Note: This New York walking tour is not recommended for children under 16 years of age.

Pay a visit to Harlem, the ethnically diverse borough of New York, on a Wednesday-morning guided tour. On your tour through one of New York City's most vital neighborhoods, you'll hear stories from Harlem's fascinating history and see its famous sights.

Once New York's most fashionable neighborhood, Harlem is home to the elegant enclave of Sugar Hill, a lovely area where famous musicians like Duke Ellington once lived. You'll drive along Strivers Row and Sylvan Terrace, see the legendary Apollo Theater and stop at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture.

You'll then hear the beautiful a cappella voices of the ARC gospel choir as they sing songs of praise and share their experiences. ARC stands for Addicts Rehabilitation Center, the oldest drug-free treatment program center in New York State. The ARC gospel choir was formed to help finance drug-recovery treatments for people in the community.

You also have the option of enjoying a deliciously authentic soul food lunch at the end of the tour.

Bright lights, big city! Tour the Big Apple, glowing in all its splendor, on this city lights night tour. Beginning in Times Square, you will cross over the Manhattan Bridge for magnificent views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the lights of Manhattan from across the river.

This evening lights tour operates as a shuttle between the major New York attractions, but you are accompanied by your experienced guide at each stop. It's a great introduction to New York's many sights, and you'll learn plenty of interesting facts along the way from your friendly guide. There are free refreshments (bottled water) on board, and the climate-controlled shuttles are warm in winter and cool in summer.

Stops on the tour include:

• Madison Square Park - great photo opportunity for the Empire State Building and the Flatiron Building
• Fulton Ferry Landing - great views of the Manhattan Skyline
• Robert Wagner Jr. Park - see the Statue of Liberty from the park
• World Trade Center Site

Travel back in time to the days of valiant knights, dramatic horsemanship and dangerous swordplay. Watch in wonder as brave knights do battle to win the honor of the king and queen. Enjoy a hearty four-course medieval banquet as you cheer on your favorite champion to victory. An exciting evening of quality family entertainment based upon the glory of the Middle Ages.

North America's favorite dinner attraction, Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament is an exciting evening of quality family entertainment based upon the glory of the Middle Ages.Travel back in time to the days of valiant knights, dramatic horsemanship and dangerous swordplay. Watch in wonder as brave knights do battle to win the honor of the king and queen. Enjoy a hearty four-course medieval banquet as you cheer on your favorite champion to victory.

Guests experience spectacular pageantry, dramatic horsemanship, breathtaking swordplay, falconry, sorcery and romance while feasting on a four-course banquet served in true medieval, pre-silverware fashion. The experience culminates in an authentic jousting tournament between six brave knights of the realm.

You will feel like you have been transported back to 11th-century Spain. From the famous Andalusian Stallions, to authentic weapons and historic jousting tournament, this recreation is a colorful period in European history.

Explore New York Harbor on a one-hour commentated cruise with fantastic views of the Statue of Liberty, Manhattan Skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. Learn about New York's history while seeing the sights and getting an overview of this world-famous city.

Commentary during the one-hour cruise will include a brief overview of New York Harbor's 400 year history, from the time of first settlement, through to the event of 9/11 and the present day.

Combine your Statue of Liberty Express Cruise with a New York Harbor Hop-on Hop-off Cruise Pass (May 2 to October 17 only):

Forget about hailing a cab on the hectic streets of New York City - head for the water instead. Perfect for quick trips along New York City's waterfront - get your ticket for the smart way around town and hop-on, hop-off as you please! Your hop-on hop-off ticket is valid for of one day, allowing you to design your own sightseeing itinerary for your trip to the Big Apple.

Your New York Harbor Hop-on Hop-off Cruise Pass includes 10 stops at New York's top sightseeing locations. Get on and off as often as you want, and enjoy informative and amusing commentary as you go. The boats will give you up-close and personal views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Brooklyn Bridge.

Enjoy easy access to hundreds of sites including the World Trade Center Memorial, Chelsea Piers, the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum, Times Square, Battery Park, South Street Seaport, DUMBO and Williamsburg. Also includes a stop at Hunters Point, an oasis of sand, sun and fun with the best views of Manhattan around.

Shop where New York's savvy locals shop, and enjoy exclusive store discounts on a two-hour shopping tour of NYC's hottest neighborhoods, NoLita and SoHo. You'll taste local treats and experience New York like a native!

With your helpful and fun shopping expert to guide you, you'll visit shops you'd never discover on your own, and receive insider shopping tips. Tour highlights include the architecture of the Cast Iron Historic District, unique boutiques, neighborhood trivia and celebrity gossip. It's a great way to combine shopping and sightseeing!

Visitors of all ages who enjoy exploring charming neighborhoods and want to shop NYC like a native will love this tour. The stores visited offer primarily women’s clothing and accessories at various price levels.

Take two! Tour Central Park to visit more than 40 movie locations on this fascinating tour for film buffs and visitors alike. It's a fascinating way to visit Central Park and its many attractions.

You'll see over 40 movie locations on this seasonal Central Park Movie Sites Walking Tour, including:

• The Boathouse Cafe from When Harry Met Sally
• Go on location to the Bandshell from Breakfast at Tiffany's and Kramer vs. Kramer
• Take photos at Tavern on the Green, seen in Ghostbusters
• Feed pigeons where Macaulay Culkin fed them in Home Alone II
• Take a break at Bethesda Fountain, seen in Ransom and One Fine Day
• Stop at Wollman Rink, featured in Love Story and Serendipity

Unwind as you watch the sun set over the world's most beautiful skyline on this 1.5-hour sunset cruise. Seeing the sun setting behind the Statue of Liberty and watching the Manhattan skyline light up as night sets in is an experience you'll never forget.

You'll enjoy dazzling skyline views of Manhattan on this 1.5-hour sunset cruise – one of the best ways to see this fabulous city is from the water! From the Statue of Liberty to the famous Brooklyn Bridge, New York's landmarks are especially memorable when the lights go on.

Join a walking tour to see the Bronx as it really is, a borough of diverse ethnic groups and neighborhoods, of great cultural institutions, an area of surprising natural beauty, of rolling hills and parks and parkways, a peninsula the size of San Francisco and the only New York City borough attached to the U.S. mainland.

Tour Highlights:

• Explore its twenty-block-long Grand Concourse, a broad boulevard lined with fine 1920's Art Deco apartment buildings
• See America's largest urban zoo, the Bronx Zoo, south of the New York Botanical Garden, a national historic landmark
• Get a glimpse of Edgar Allan Poe's cottage in Poe Park, where the poet penned "The Bells" and "Annabel Lee"
• Stop in the Bronx's Little Italy for an authentic espresso* and visit its colorful, indoor food market on lively Arthur Avenue
• See Fordham University, the largest Jesuit University in America, and admire its Collegiate Gothic campus
• Drive by Yankee Stadium, the home of the legendary Bronx Bombers, the New York Yankees

In the North Bronx you will discover the hilly secluded enclaves of Fieldston and Riverdale. Stop at Wave Hill, a former country estate where John F. Kennedy, Arturo Toscanini and Theodore Roosevelt once lived and stroll through its enchanting gardens while overlooking the Hudson River and the majestic cliffs of the New Jersey Palisades.

At this point, you'll have to be reminded that you're still in New York.

Explore beyond the Big Apple with a full-day tour to Washington DC from New York City. You'll capture the spirit of "the home of the brave and land of the free" as you visit the monuments and memorials of Washington DC.

Heading south from New York, you will pass through the states of New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland before arriving at Capitol Hill. Here, you'll see the Capitol, Senate and White House, the core of the US government. Your tour of Washington DC continues to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum before visiting the Washington, Lincoln, Vietnam and Korea memorials.

Late in the afternoon you'll embark on a panoramic city tour before departing Washington DC for an early-evening arrival in New York City.

Buy your tickets to NY SKYRIDE and the Empire State Building Observatory ahead of time and jump the queue! You'll take an exciting virtual tour of New York's attractions, then see the real thing from the observatory of the world-famous Empire State Building. And with Skip the Line booking, there's no need to waste time waiting in queues when you're on vacation!

NY SKYRIDE
On the 2nd floor of the Empire State Building, the NY SKYRIDE is an exciting presentation combining digital technology and special effects, custom platforms and seats, and a massive screen. You'll take an amazing virtual ride around, above, and below New York City!

The NY SKYRIDE is safe, fun and entertaining, and open 365 days a year. What a great way to tour New York City!

Empire State Building Observatory
Without a doubt the most famous building in New York, if not the world, the Empire State Building soars more than a quarter of a mile into the Manhattan sky, offering breathtaking views from the Observation Deck. On a clear day, you can see the states of Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts, as well as New York. Enjoy the famous panoramic view and Art Deco architecture the building has to offer!

Create your own New York sightseeing itinerary with the New York City Explorer Pass. It's the easiest and most affordable way to explore New York's must-see attractions and activities at your own pace!

With the New York City Explorer Pass, you get to choose from a wide variety of attractions to create your own itinerary. You'll save up to $40 and skip the line on several attractions. Why waste time waiting in lines when you're on vacation?

Just choose three, five or seven attractions or activities you want to experience. Your New York City Pass will be valid for 30 days from the first day of use, so you can take your time to enjoy what New York has to offer.

All you have to do is present your New York City Explorer Pass at a participating attraction and your entry is included, you pay nothing. Your New York Explorer Pass also includes a guidebook, this is your resource for creating your own tailor-made experience and includes attraction descriptions, hours of operation, directions, maps and much more!

See 'Itinerary' below for list of attractions you can choose from.

Explore the countryside outside New York on a day trip to Philadelphia and Lancaster County, home of the Amish people. You'll drive through the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside, tour Philadelphia and its famous Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, and take an ride in an authentic Amish buggy.

Departing New York City, you'll drive through New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia. It's the second largest city on the East Coast, and only 100 miles (160 kilometers) from New York City.

Upon arrival in Philadelphia, you will embark on a panoramic tour that includes Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Elsert Alley (the oldest inhabited street in America) and more. Arriving in the historic heart of Philadelphia, you'll visit the famous Liberty Bell and Constitution Square and Hall, symbols of freedom in America.

Departing Philadelphia you will see the famous "Rocky Steps" before continuing to Lancaster County. After a break for lunch at the Amish marketplace (lunch not included), you'll have an authentic Amish buggy ride through Amish farm country. During the ride you'll learn how the Amish live without modern technology - no electricity, running water, telephone service or appliances.

In the late afternoon your tour heads east for an evening arrival in New York.

If you have limited time in Manhattan, this speedy seven-minute New York City Helicopter Tour is for you! The fun-filled quickie flight takes you over Lower Manhattan for views of the Statue of Liberty and Ground Zero.

This fun-filled helicopter flight over the Lower Manhattan skyline includes fantastic views of Ground Zero, New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. All this in seven minutes!

This seven-minute New York Helicopter Tour is a fantastic way to get an overview of the city from a unique birds-eye perspective.

Take the NBC Studio Tour that's been wowing lovers of radio and TV since 1933. You'll learn about NBC's early radio days and its transition into television during this tour of the New York studio's operations.

This historic tour takes you through the halls and into the studios of NBC's New York operations. An NBC page will be your guide to the world of the Peacock Network. Some NBC pages have gone on to become famous entertainment personalities, including Willard Scott, Ted Koppel, Regis Philbin, Steve Allen, Marcy Carsey, Kate Jackson, Michael Eisner, and Dave Garroway.

The first stop on the tour is the NBC History Theater, where your NBC page will tell you about the network's early sound-effects techniques. Then Katie Couric and Matt Lauer (on video) will take you down memory lane to show you NBC's past and present.

The tour gives you the opportunity to visit some of NBC's most famous studios, including:

• Studio 3C: Home of NBC Nightly News
• Studio 3B: Home of Dateline
• Studio 3K: Home of NBC Sports
• Studio 6A: Home of Late Night with Conan O'Brien
• Studio 8H: Home of Saturday Night Live

Note: Studio availability is limited to those studios that are not being used at the time of the tour. Typically, two or three studios are available for viewing, but this is not guaranteed. There is a maximum of 30 people per tour.

Escape NYC and take a leisurely cruise up the Hudson River to historic Bear Mountain. You'll enjoy a 2.5-hour cruise each way, and have three hours to enjoy Bear Mountain's natural beauty and attractions.

On your cruise to Bear Mountain you'll sail past the Palisades, Grant's Tomb, the George Washington Bridge and the Cloisters before cruising up the Hudson River. This trip is especially gorgeous in the fall, when the trees lining the river put on a spectacular display of russet and gold. Plus, every Saturday in October is Oktoberfest in Bear Mountain, with dancing, music and food.

Bear Mountain is 45 miles (72 kilometers) north of New York City, in the Hudson Highlands. Highlights you can explore during your two-hour visit include Trailside Museums and Zoo, Iona Island Estuarine Reserve and Bird Refuge, Perkins Tower, the merry-go-round and pavilion.

Pre-order a picnic lunch and enjoy a great day on the water! Beverages, wine, beer, cocktails, sandwiches, hotdogs, and snack foods are available for purchase on board.

Tour Manhattan in the comfort of a deluxe motor coach, with commentary provided in your own language! Choose this tour if you speak French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean or Mandarin. This is a half-day tour, leaving you with the afternoon free to explore New York City at your leisure.

With an interesting and fact-filled commentary to guide you, you'll cruise through New York's famous uptown and downtown neighborhoods and sights: Harlem, Museum Mile, Central Park, Radio City, Times Square, Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, Lincoln Center, Grant's Tomb, United Nations, St. Patrick's Cathedral and many more.

New York City Duck Tour is a unique half-boat, half-bus amphibious vehicle offering New York City's first ever land and water visitor experience. Be prepared to be rocked and splashed through history!

The new AquaBus fleet meets rigid safety and environmental standards and has been designed to evoke the memory of Henry Hudson's famous ship, The Half Moon. The New York City Duck Tour starts in Times Square and navigate the streets of Manhattan to the waters of the Hudson River. At the edge of the Hudson, the AquaBus will enter the AquaBus Theater for an exhilarating multi-media experience, simulating Henry Hudson's journey, complete with the sights and sounds - the rushing wind and other surprises - of an Atlantic sea voyage.

Then you will splash into the Hudson River for an explorer's eye view of the New York skyline, something Henry Hudson never saw. After returning to land you will return to Times Square.

This tour is seasonal and operates from April to October only.

Jive to live jazz at the famous Blue Note or Swing 46 on a memorable night out in New York City. Your night includes dinner, a night-time drive through Manhattan and round-trip transportation.

Your personal driver and guide will meet you at your Manhattan hotel to take you on a drive through the city. You'll pass through Times Square and head downtown toward SoHo and the Lower East Side. You'll then arrive at either Blue Note or Swing 46, where you'll enjoy live jazz music.

Since its inception in 1981, Blue Note has become one of the premier jazz clubs in the world and a cultural institution in Greenwich Village. What makes Blue Note so special is that on any given night, anything can happen. It is not uncommon to see the likes of Stevie Wonder, Tony Bennett, Liza Minelli or Quincy Jones get up on stage. Blue Note gives jazz fans a chance to see the most unlikely combination of stars night after night.

Swing is a nightly affair at Swing 46 jazz club, in the theater district. Music is live nightly except Monday and Wednesday, when a DJ takes over, and runs the gamut from big band to boogie-woogie. Visiting Swing 46 is like taking a step back in time, with a giant main room, 16-piece band and high-back leather booths.

If Blue note is available you'll dine in a lively eatery in the heart of New york City's village, if the night tales you to Swing 46, dinner will be served at the venue.

At midnight your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel, or you can choose to stay on and dance the night away.

Both educational and entertaining, The American Museum of Natural History is a real hit with with adults and children alike. Add this popular Manhattan attraction to your New York itinerary for a day of family fun.

Located in the heart of Manhattan, bordering on beautiful Central Park, the American Museum of Natural History is one of the world's greatest scientific and cultural institutions, one of the most architecturally magnificent buildings, an exciting merging of the past and the future, and a continual delight for the curious of all ages.

The American Museum of Natural History's Super Saver Package includes admission to the Museum, the Rose Center for Earth and Space, the planetarium Space Show, Imax film, and all special exhibitions. See the spectacular new Space Show, Cosmic Collisions, narrated by Robert Redford. Immersed in a dazzling virtual reality simulator, you'll journey into deep space... well beyond the calm face of the night sky...to explore cosmic collisions, hypersonic impacts that drive the dynamic and continuing formation of the universe.

Voted the Number One Family Attraction in New York City and the Third Most Popular destination in the United States by Zagat Survey U.S. Family Travel Guide!

Celebrate your visit to New York City with a private helicopter flight over Manhattan. What could be more romantic than a personalized 15-minute flight over NYC? Or perhaps you're celebrating an anniversary, wedding, engagement or birthday? Make the occasion one to remember with your very own sightseeing flight by helicopter!

Your 15-minute private helicopter tour takes you around Central Park, the Empire State Building, United Nations and around the Statue of Liberty so close you feel you could reach out and touch her!

You will be booking the entire helicopter so up to four passengers can enjoy a ride in your private helicopter. At the end of the tour you'll receive a special souvenir photo to capture the experience.

See New York in style as you cruise the streets on a private tour of the big apple in a safari style, brand-new modern Jeep Wrangler SUV. Your guide is an experienced and knowledgeable native New Yorker who will show you the sites of New York City on a sightseeing tour with a maximum of only four participants.

Your New York City Jeep SUV Tour starts in the historic West Village, the past and present home to some of the city's most influential residents. Get great views of Manhattan's famous skyline when you cross the Brooklyn Bridge to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade.

Visit Lower Manhattan's most exciting neighborhoods, including:

• The West Village, the original stomping ground of New York's Bohemians
• SoHo, an artistic haven featuring numerous art galleries and shops
• TriBeCa, an up and coming neighborhood home to the annual Film Festival
• South Street Seaport, a cobblestone dock featuring some of the world's most impressive boats
• The Brooklyn Bridge, one of the world's first suspension bridges built in 1870
• The Manhattan Bridge, used by over 350,000 commuters each day
• Chinatown, home to the largest Chinese population in North America
• Little Italy, home to more than 20 historical landmarks

Be escorted by one of the knowledgeable guides and be taken for a walk through the Manhattan, Chinatown, Little Italy and historic South Street Seaport. See the Statue Liberty, America's most famous national monument, Ellis Island and the Museum of Immigration.

Discover the different facets of Manhattan and its various ethnic neighborhoods. Enjoy all the major sights in the city: Drive past Columbus Circle, Lincoln Center, the Cathedral of Saint John The Divine, Central Park, Fifth Avenue, and Rockefeller Center. You will discover the best of midtown with Times Square and the Chrysler Building, and downtown's Village, artsy SoHo, the bustling streets of Chinatown, Little Italy's sidewalk cafes and the busy Wall Street area.

From Battery Park, enjoy the view of Lady Liberty in all of her majesty. Return to midtown or end the tour at the South Street Seaport, where you can opt for an exciting cruise or a walk through the mall.

Option with Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island available.

Travel by train from New York on an unescorted day trip to Washington DC, capital of the USA! Everything is pre-arranged, including round-trip transfers from your hotel to Pennsylvania Station, your return train tickets to Washington DC, lunch and a four-hour fully guided sightseeing tour of the US capital.

When you arrive in Washington, you'll meet your tour representative at Union Station and receive a food voucher for lunch at the station's food court. Your four-hour guided sightseeing tour begins after lunch, with highlights including:

• Lincoln, Vietnam, Korean and Marine Corps (Iwo Jima) memorials
• Arlington Cemetery and Tomb of the Unknowns for Changing of the Guard
• US Capitol
• Library of Congress
• FBI Building
• White House
• Embassy Row
• Georgetown
• US Navy Memorial

Take a day trip from New York to explore Boston, a city of culture and old world charm. You'll follow the famous red-brick Freedom Trail through downtown Boston, passing 16 sights including Paul Revere's House and Boston Common.

Departing New York, you'll take a picturesque drive along the eastern coast through Connecticut to Massachusetts and its capital, Boston. Your time in Boston starts with a walk along the Freedom Trail. As well as downtown sights, the Freedom Trail leads to Boston harbor, site of the famous Tea Party, the navy ship Constitution and Bunker Hill.

After lunch at Quincy Market and a visit to Boston Common, you'll cross the Charles River to stroll in the squares of the universities of Cambridge, Harvard and MIT, before returning to New York.

Get in the festive mood by taking a three-hour, early-evening tour of Manhattan's glittering holiday-season lights. New York City comes alive at night, and there is no better time to tour the illuminated city than during the Christmas holidays.

New York puts on a special show in the holiday season, with the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and ice rink a particular seasonal highlight. See the Fifth Avenue shops and famous department stores in their holiday finery, as well as Lord and Taylor's world-famous animated windows.

The New York City Holiday Lights Tour gives you a panoramic night tour of the city, and is not a hop-on hop-off service. There are no scheduled stops on this tour.

Enjoy a night of VIP treatment as you travel by stretch limousine from your New York hotel to Gallagher's Steak House, one of the foremost steakhouse restaurants in Manhattan.

This is a perfect New York City Getaway for you and that special someone. The Classic New York experience: a private limousine taking you through pulsating Times Square, amidst a cacophony of lights, sounds and all else exotic. Travel downtown towards SoHo, where the hippest boutiques restaurants and clubs in New York are found. Drive by the countless art galleries, then around past the Lower East Side all the way to the Brooklyn Bridge, then drive back North along the beautiful FDR Drive, and a scenic view of the City lights...and finally a great dinner  awaits you at world known Gallagher's Steakhouse!

Gallagher's was the first speakeasy, a gathering place for gamblers, sports figures, showbiz folk and other stars of the Broadway firmament. It became Broadway's first steak house and where the "New York Strip" steak was first served. Today the decor remains exactly the same as it was in 1927 and so does the incredible mix of clientele- showbiz people, jocks from every part of the sporting world, business men and women from around the world and of course, Big Apple visitors from Connecticut to Cannes.

Since 1927, New York's Gallagher's Steak House has served the highest quality beef from the USA's Corn Belt states. The Filet Mignons are hand chosen to ensure the highest quality, cut fresh by Gallagher's own in-house butcher. Gallagher's famous steaks are so tender they will melt in your mouth. Bon Appetite!

After your mouth watering meal, its back to your limo for the return trip to your New York hotel enjoying the sites of Manhattan along the way.

Take a fun-filled virtual tour of New York on the NY SKYRIDE, the only aerial virtual tour simulator in the city. You'll "fly" over the Statue of Liberty, "cruise" through Central Park, "ride" the Coney Island Cyclone and "splash" into the South Street Seaport all without leaving the building!

On the 2nd floor of the Empire State Building, the NY SKYRIDE is an exciting presentation combining digital technology and special effects, custom platforms and seats, and a massive screen. You'll take an amazing virtual ride around, above, and below New York City!

The NY SKYRIDE is safe, fun and entertaining, and open 365 days a year. What a great way to tour New York City!

The Brooklyn Bridge Bike Tour lets you safely explore the best of Manhattan by bike. Pedal on the new riverside bike trail, past famous landmarks and over the Brooklyn Bridge - once the largest suspension bridge in the world.

See the Hudson River Park, Battery Park, South Street Seaport, Ellis Island, Statue of Liberty and much more on a relaxed afternoon cycling tour in New York City.

The Brooklyn Bridge Bike Tour is suitable for all levels of fitness and takes a leisurely pace to suit all participants on the day. Bottled water and a snack are available during the tour to help keep those legs moving.

See the sights of Washington DC and experience the awesome power of Niagara Falls on an unforgettable four-day trip from New York City. With transportation, accommodation and tours arranged for you, you can sit back and relax while enjoying your visit to two of the East Coast's major highlights.

Your four-day excursion begins with a drive through New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland. On arrival in Washington DC you will visit the Air and Space Museum, and pass the Library of Congress, Federal Supreme Court and US Capitol. You'll see the Washington, Jefferson and Lincoln monuments, view the White House and take a visit to Arlington Cemetery.

After spending the night in Washington DC, you'll travel across scenic Upstate New York and the rolling hills of the Finger Lakes, before reaching Niagara Falls. Take a walk after sunset to view the massive, illuminated waterfalls.

Next morning, you'll take a cruise on the Niagara River aboard the Maid of the Mist boat, for breathtaking views and an up-close experience of the falls. The 30-minute cruise takes you through the foaming waters to the base of the American Falls and the basin of Horseshoe Falls. You will get close enough to feel the cool mist of the falls on your skin.

On this New York City dinner cruise you will enjoy breathtaking views of New York's skyline and Manhattan's lively coast. Savor gourmet cuisine, live jazz and never-ending views aboard Manhattan's only all-glass dining vessel. The European-inspired, all-glass vessel allows for an evening of unparalleled splendor.

As the magnificent skyline spreads before you in all directions, you'll be pampered with gourmet cuisine, fine wines and live jazz. With onboard entertainment and exquisite food, this dinner cruise is one of the best activities in New York!

Your cruise ship is an elegant, architectural masterpiece designed for optimal comfort and flexibility, as well as stunning views. Unique features include:

• Climate-controlled comfort
• Spacious hardwood dance floor
• Revolutionary deck layout gives every table a view of the entertainment
• Uniquely designed seating arrangements create an inviting and intimate dining experience
• State-of-the-art sound system with speakers that offer customized volume levels
• Two outdoor strolling decks

Cruise along the Hudson and East Rivers past the skyscrapers of Manhattan with breathtaking views of some of the world's most celebrated landmarks.

The New York MealTicket" offers you the best value on dining in town! For one low price, you'll get breakfast, lunch and dinner at a selection of classic New York restaurants. And better yet, no reservations are required!

Every MealTicket" comes with a colorful brochure with maps, directions, restaurant descriptions, menu options and operating hours. You can choose from a pass valid for one, two, three of five consecutive days, and is valid for one breakfast, one lunch and one dinner per day. You can choose a different restaurant for each meal, or have all three at your favorite.

Participating restaurants (subject to change):

• Planet Hollywood
• Heartland Brewery Empire State Building
• Ellen's Stardust Diner
• Mars 2112
• Salmon River Restaurant and Bar
• Cyber Cafe
• Heartland Chophouse Times Square
• Heartland Brewery South Street Seaport
• Jack Dempsey's
• Route 66 Cafe
• Telephone Bar and Grill
• Florio's Restaurant

See one of the other great American cities during your stay in New York on an overnight tour to Washington DC.

On arrival in Washington DC you will visit the Air and Space Museum, pass by the Library of the Congress, Federal Supreme Court and see the US Capitol. Other highlights during the 2-Day Tour to Washington DC from New York include the Washington, Jefferson's and Lincoln monuments, as well as an outside view of the world famous White House. On the return to New York City, stop in Philadelphia, "Birthplace of a New Nation".

Day 1: New York - Washington DC
Travel south to Washington through New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland. Upon arrival in Washington DC you will visit the Air and Space Museum where hundreds of artifacts of aviation and space exploration can be found. Pass by the Library of the Congress, Federal Supreme Court and view the US Capitol where elected Senators and representatives meet to shape US legislative policy. Continue passing by the Washington and Jefferson's monuments and have a stop to visit Lincoln, Vietnam and the Korean War memorials. End the day by viewing the world famous White House, home to the American Presidents.

Day 2: Washington DC - Philadelphia - New York
Begin the day by visiting the Arlington National Cemetery. Your walking tour will bring you to the burial sites of Robert and John F. Kennedy. You'll continue walking to see the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Then travel north to Philadelphia, the "Birthplace of a New Nation". Pass by the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed and the U.S. Constitution written. Return to New York City, where you will say good-bye to your traveling companions.

Meet the Westons. A vanished father.  A pill-popping mother.  Three sisters harboring shady little secrets.  

When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after dad disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the drugged-up, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you've got a major new Broadway play that unflinchingly and uproariously exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family.

Winner of the 2008 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, August: Osage County comes to Broadway directly from its critically acclaimed sold-out engagement at Chicago's Tony Award-winning Steppenwolf Theatre Company.

Hailed by critics as hugely entertaining and the most exciting play Broadway has seen in years. Get hooked today on August: Osage County.

Winner of 5 Tony Awards including Best Play and Best Actress.

Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. Wicked tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch.

Enjoy a night ride through Manhattan with your own private guide and then journey to Sounds of Brazil. Come in and enjoy dinner and a great show in New York's favorite club.

View the City that Never Sleeps the way it should be seen, at night when real New Yorkers are out and visiting the world's most exciting city. See pulsating Times Square, a cacophony of lights, sounds and all else exotic. Travel downtown towards SoHo, where the hippest boutiques, restaurants and clubs in New York are found. Drive by the countless art galleries, then around past the Lower East Side, once home to New York's arriving immigrants, and back North along the beautiful FDR Drive, with a scenic view of the Manhattan lights.

Your personal driver and guide will meet you at your hotel to embark on a fabulous night out in New York. Your night ride will be followed by dinner with a spicy tropical beat at Sounds of Brazil, New York City's favorite club for great live music ranging including Brazilian, Latin, Caribbean, Reggae, Urban Music, Afro-Pop, Samba and R&B!

25 years ago something began to bubble on Varick Street in lower Manhattan. Fueled by a total commitment to exposing the musical wealth and heritage of the Afro-Latino Diaspora to as many people as possible, Larry Gold opened the doors to what would become New York City's premier venue for world music; Sounds Of Brazil, commonly known as S.O.B.'s.

Beyond the music, Sounds of Brazil (S.O.B.) is known for serving some of the finest cuisine in the area with a menu that features Latin and Brazilian specialties in a relaxed, friendly and fun atmosphere where the party never stops. Whether you enjoy the familiar or the eclectic, there is always something special happening at S.O.B.'s.

Skip the lines at New York's hottest nightclubs and bars when you purchase your New York Party Pass. Offering a range of benefits including free admission, free drinks and jumping the queue for fast-track entry, the New York Party Pass is your ticket to party!

With your New York Party Pass you will also receive a free New York Nightlife Guide which lists all the nightclubs, bars and parties in the program. It also lists the address, telephone number, type of crowd and music at each location.

Your New York Party Pass is valid at:

• BLVD: (Friday, Saturday) Free entrance, VIP entrance, no waiting in line
• Sapphire: (Nightly) VIP entrance, no waiting in line
• China Club: (Monday, Friday, Saturday) Free entrance, 1 free drink, VIP entrance, no waiting in line
• Porkys: (Thursday, Friday, Saturday) Free entrance, VIP entrance, no waiting in line
• Sullivan Hall: (Nightly) No waiting in line, 20% off total bill
• Le Caire Lounge: (Nightly) Free entrance, 20% off total bill
• Pacha New York: (Friday, Saturday) Free entrance

Go behind-the-scenes in New York City! Take a backstage peek at the entertainment industry from a private performance by a Broadway actor to meeting a Rockette during the Radio City Stage Door Tour at the world-renowned Radio City Music Hall. Lunch at Planet Hollywood included.

• Meet a Broadway performer for an intimate performance just for you!
• Lunch at Planet Hollywood - dine in the heart of Times Square and marvel at all the eye-popping showbiz memorabilia
• The Radio City Stage Door Tour - travel back in time to the world-renowned Radio City Music Hall and meet a Rockette

With a score including such enduring musical numbers as "Let the Sunshine In," "Aquarius," "Hair" and "Good Morning Starshine," Hair depicts the the birth of a cultural movement in the 60's and 70's that changed America forever:

The musical follows a group of hopeful, free-spirited young people who advocate a lifestyle of pacifism and free-love in a society riddled with intolerance and brutality during the Vietnam War. As they explore sexual identity, challenge racism, experiment with drugs and burn draft cards, the "tribe" in Hair creates an irresistible message of 'hope' that continues to resonate with audiences 40 years later.

Forget about hailing a cab on the hectic streets of New York City - head for the water instead. Perfect for quick trips along New York City's waterfront - get your ticket for the smart way around town and hop-on, hop-off as you please! Your hop-on hop-off ticket is valid for your choice of one or two consecutive days, allowing you to design your own sightseeing itinerary for your trip to the Big Apple.

Your New York Harbor Hop-on Hop-off Cruise Pass includes 10 stops at New York's top sightseeing locations. Get on and off as often as you want, and enjoy informative and amusing commentary as you go. The boats will give you up-close and personal views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Brooklyn Bridge.

Enjoy easy access to hundreds of sites including the World Trade Center Memorial, Chelsea Piers, the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum, Times Square, Battery Park, South Street Seaport, DUMBO and Williamsburg. Also includes a stop at Hunters Point, an oasis of sand, sun and fun with the best views of Manhattan around.

Combine your New York Harbor Hop-on Hop-off Cruise Pass with a Statue of Liberty Express Cruise:

See five National Parks in one day on a one hour cruise with guided audio tour narrated by Kathleen Turner and David Rockefeller Jr. The Statue of Liberty Express Tour is the only New York harbor tour brought to you by the National Park Service.

The Statue of Liberty Express Tour will show you the jewels of New York including the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn and Verrazano Bridges, Fort Wadsworth, and Castle Clinton. You will also learn about the military forts that defended the city in the American Revolution and the War of 1812.

Discover the cultural diversity of New York's famous boro of Brooklyn and get great views of Brooklyn Bridge as you travel by double-decker bus.

This double-decker bus tour of Brooklyn takes you through trendy and historic neighborhoods offering you unforgettable views of the famous Brooklyn Bridge along the way. Pass the wonderful oasis of calm within the chaotic city, Prospect Park, and see stately mansions as well as one of the first vehicular parkways built in the US with its triumphant entrance way - the grandest of arches at Grand Army Plaza.

Brooklyn is not just about monuments and museums, it is a borough of people from all walks of life. See the diversity of America's first suburb as the you become acquainted with the place one in seven Americans can find a connection to.

This is a continuous tour, no stops are made.

Philadelphia has more American history than any other city in the United States. On this not an escorted day trip, experience the streets and sights of "America's Birthplace" and home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Enjoy hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on the Philadelphia Trolley Works, and a leisurely lunch in the heart of downtown.

Famous as "America's Birthplace" and home to the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, Philadelphia has more American history than any other city in the United States. Enjoy the Amtrak rail journey from New York to Philadelphia where you will travel through the streets and sights dating back to the first days of America! Use your day pass for hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on Philadelphia Trolley Works tour and lunch at leisure in Reading Terminal Market (substitution on Sundays) in the heart of downtown.Your return transfers from your New York Hotel to the Pennsylvania Station and return transfers from the Philadelphia street station to the tour departure point is all included. This is not an escorted day trip.

Philadelphia Trolley Works City Tour:
Experience the history! You make the choice! Step aboard one of the signature burgundy and green Victorian-style "open-air" trolleys or climb on top of a New Stars and Stripes Double Decker Buses. Enjoy the view as the past meets the present through the colorful narrative of an experienced tour guide, bringing old and new Philadelphia to life on a 90 minute fully-narrated "City Tour". Enjoy the entertaining, humorous stories and fascinating facts about Philadelphia's famous sights and attractions. You have the freedom of unlimited on-and-off privileges between the Trolley and the Stars & Stripes at any of the 20 stops throughout the day.

Be educated in the world of hip-hop and take this guided tour through New York's  midtown Manhattan and Queens with a view inside the beginning of the second decade of hip hop pinpointing when the music business began to accept it as a genuine art form, not just a fad.

Take this playground to boardroom adventure traveling to the next generation of hip-hop culture which led way to the Rap industry.

Let your guides help you move beyond videos and media descriptions while they guide you to famous sites from Queens Bridge to Hollis and everything hip-hop in between.

Visit a living collage of graffiti art, see the Silver Cup Studios, former homes of legends and chart toppers, including performers such as Run-DMC, LL Cool J, Ja Rule, 50 Cent and Russell Simmons. Listen to hip-hop tracks and participate in Hip Hop Karaoke as you check out the Manhattan Skyline.

This New York hip-hop tour is suitable for all ages, hip-hop enthusiast, those interested in the Foundation of the Culture and return visitors to New York City. It is truly a one-of-a-kind experience with a perspective and focus which can only be shown by the Grand Masters of hip-hop. This New York Hip-Hop Tour is family friendly and great for any age group and cultural background with an appreciation of old school and new school hip-hop music.

This tour is seasonal and operates from May to August only.

Called "Extraordinarily uplifting" by Time Out New York and "Intoxicating" by The New York Times, Billy Elliot is a joyous, exciting and feel-good celebration of one boy following his heart and making his dreams come true.

Based on the critically acclaimed feature film, Billy Elliot is brought to life by the movie's original creative team - director Stephen Daldry, choreographer Peter Darling and writer Lee Hall - along with music legend Elton John, who has written what the New York Post calls "his best score yet!"

Come discover for yourself the next great Broadway musical, Billy Elliot.

For the best view of the city that never sleeps, tour New York City at night! You'll ride the Staten Island Ferry, enjoy a light dinner and have round-trip transportation.

On your nocturnal tour through NYC, you'll pass through Times Square and head downtown toward SoHo, where the hippest boutiques, restaurants and clubs are found. After passing SoHo's galleries, you'll drive around the Lower East Side.

Next, treat yourself to the ultimate New York experience aboard the Staten Island Ferry (subject to favorable weather conditions). The ferry takes you near Liberty Island, the majestic Verrazano Bridge and iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Finally, enjoy a light dinner before your transfer back to your hotel.

Please note: depending on visibility and weather conditions, alternative routing may be offered instead of the Staten Island Ferry.

Follow the path of Serena, Blair, Chuck, Dan, Vanessa and Nate on this three hour guided bus tour that goes to locations that were used in filming the hit TV series. Discover behind the scenes information and little known facts about the cast and crew of Gossip Girl from local New York City actors and actresses who are the guides on this exciting tour.

• Visit the hotel, home to the Bass and Van der Woodsen families, where so many of the scenes from Gossip Girl take place
• Be "spotted" by that most ubiquitous blogger at the Constance Billard School for Girls/St. Jude School for Boys
• See the lavish Fifth Avenue building that Blair Waldorf calls home
• Shop at Henri Bendel where Blair and Serena shop
• Sample a treat from the Humphrey's favorite bakery
• Pass by the movie theater where Serena stood Dan up for their date.

Enjoy live music at the Terra Blues club in Greenwich Village, with a night-time drive through Manhattan, dinner in a typical Village Bistro and round-trip transportation.

Your personal driver and guide will meet you at your Manhattan hotel to take you on a drive through the world's most exciting city. You'll pass through Times Square and head downtown toward SoHo, where the hippest boutiques, restaurants and clubs are found. After passing SoHo's galleries, you'll drive around the Lower East Side to the Brooklyn Bridge, then north along beautiful FDR Drive for a scenic view of the city lights.

After your exhilarating drive through New York at night, you'll dine in one of New York's most popular eateries. After dinner you can enjoy live blues rhythms at Terra Blues. This modern-day blues saloon is on the 2nd floor overlooking Bleecker Street in the heart of Greenwich Village. For 15 years it has hosted some of the best blues guitar players and singers from New York and around the country.

The casual atmosphere at Terra Blues leaves you free to lounge around the bar or stand by the stage. The dress code is smart casual (jeans are acceptable).

Head to Cafe Wha? in Greenwich Village for a memorable night out in New York City. Your night includes dinner, a night-time drive through Manhattan and round-trip transportation.

Your personal driver and guide will meet you at your Manhattan hotel to take you on a drive through the city. You'll pass through Times Square and head downtown toward SoHo and the Lower East Side. You'll then arrive at Cafe Wha?.

Live music on any given night at Cafe Wha? may include classic rock, RnB, funk or reggae, so be ready to strut your stuff on the dance floor and party into the wee hours of the night. Featuring the most exciting array of musicians and singers available anywhere, the Wha? has people dancing in the aisles every night of the week.

At 11:00pm your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel, or you can choose to stay on and dance the night away.

What would happen if Jesus met the Backstreet Boys? "Altar Boyz" tells the holy inspiring story of five small-town boys trying to save the world one screaming fan at a time. With angelic voices, sinfully spectacular dancing and a touching story, Altar Boyz rocks the masses of all denominations!

Their pious pop act, including lyrics like "Girl You Make Me Wanna Wait" and "Jesus Called Me On My Cell Phone", worked wonders on the Ohio bingo-hall-and-pancake breakfast circuit. But when fate brings them to New York, will the Matthew, Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham take a bite out of the forbidden apple?

Full of sharp parody, spectacular dance moves, and irreverent gags, Altar Boyz is a laugh-out-loud spoof adored by fans and critics alike. This off-Broadway smash hit is a winner with adults and children looking for a new perpective on religion. Book your ticket to see what happens when heaven and the pop world collide!

Explore New York's most exciting scenic locations with your own personal tour guide and photographer! This private walking tour is a wonderful way to discover the city's best restaurants and favorite jaunts, while taking in the charm and culture of the Manhattan. Your experience is captured in beautiful color photos, which will make your New York experience truly memorable. They are delivered to your hotel within 48 hours on CD Rom.

• Times Square and the Theatre District the lights of Broadway create a dazzling backdrop for spectacular photos. Your guide will help you discover the most enjoyable shows at the best prices.
• Central Park's scenic 843 acres "The Park" as it is affectionately known to New Yorkers offers a multitude of stunning photos beneath the majestic New York City Skyline.
• Manhattan's upper west side the historic brownstones and charming tree lined streets make this one of the city's most sought after residential neighborhoods.
• Greenwich Village This lively downtown neighborhood is home to artists, galleries, jazz clubs, restaurants and some of the city's best night spots.
• Chinatown Step into another world when you experience the sights, sounds and shopping of this busy immigrant enclave.
• Soho This artistic haven hosts a variety of funky art galleries, off beat entertainment, and unique boutique shopping.
• Little Italy Fragrant with the aroma of fresh pasta and baked goods, and the best pizza in the city (yum!).
• Brooklyn Heights and the Brooklyn Bridge This architectural wonder offers a breathtaking panoramic view of New York.
• South Street Seaport Spectacular waterfront views, a world class Maritime museum, a newly restored national landmark, and a multitude of one-of-a-kind shops and cafes.

The two-day Brooklyn Pass includes admission to some of the area's top attractions, special offers and discounts on food and retailers, complete with an informative guidebook.

Use your Brooklyn Pass to grab a slice of cheesecake at Junior's, walk through more than 200 cherry blossom trees at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, enjoy a discounted performance at Brooklyn Academy of Music, sample the beer at Brooklyn Brewery, roam the Egyptian treasures of the Brooklyn Museum, and play with the otters at the New York Aquarium!
 
The Brooklyn Pass includes free admission at:

• Brooklyn Museum
• Brooklyn Botanic Garden
• Brooklyn Children's Museum
• Prospect Park (Carousel and Independence Electric Boat)
• Prospect Park Zoo
• New York Aquarium
• New York Transit Museum
• Weeksville Historic Hunterfly Road Houses
• Jewish Children's Museum

The Brooklyn Pass also provides value-added features at:

• Astroland ($5 off Pay-One-Price wristband)
• Deno's WonderWheel (two WonderWheel tickets for the price of one)
• Prospect Park Lakeside Snack Bar (free picnic lunch)
• Junior’s (a free slice of cheesecake)
• Brooklyn Brewery (free tour and one beer)
• Brooklyn Center for the Urban Environment ($2 off any walking tour and $5 off any cruise)
• Barge Music ($5 off any ticket on Thursday or Friday evenings)
• Brooklyn Historical Society (price admission)
• Brooklyn Academy of Music (10% off any ticket for a BAM-produced event on day of show)

The Brooklyn Pass is your passport to savings and specials at the borough's top attractions.

You can't see the best of Harlem from behind the window, so put it in park and pound the pavement on this two hour New York Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour.

View a multimedia event to learn the history of New York City in a digitized 3-screen production telling the story of how the city grew into the world's greatest urban center. Then put on some comfortable shoes to take a leisurely hip-hop stroll through the Mecca of the hip-hop culture.

Check out the sites of Dip Set, Harlem's oldest record shops, the legendary Apollo Theater, numerous clubs, plus learn the rich musical and political history. Join your guides and share your thoughts about life in the Big City and Walk it Out!

This Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour is suitable for all ages, hip-hop enthusiasts, those interested in the Foundation of the Culture and return visitors to New York City. It is truly a one-of-a-kind experience with a perspective and focus which can only be shown by the Grand Masters of hip-hop. The Harlem Hip-Hop Walking Tour is family friendly and great for any age group and cultural background with an appreciation of old school and new school hip-hop music.

Create your own itinerary as you explore the streets of Uptown Manhattan and Harlem on a hop-on hop-off double decker bus tour. In summer the top deck is open and in winter clear screens allow for unobstructed views of New York. Your ticket is valid for 24 hours, allowing you to set your own pace and see as much or as little as you would like.

Some of the highlights include cruising down Fifth Avenue to check out the hot shopping on offer, drive along Museum Mile (Museo del Barrio, Museum of the City of New York, Jewish Museum and Goethe House German Cultural Center), and hop off at Central Park for a stroll through the famous park to the popular zoo. Continuing into Harlem pass by Harlem Market and see the Apollo Theater, one of the most famous clubs for popular music in NY.

With 20 stops around Uptown Manhattan and Harlem, you won't miss out on a single thing during your New York stay.

Stops on the Uptown Treasure and Harlem Tour include:

• Plaza Hotel/Central Park - Central Park South between 5th - 6th Aves
• Columbus Circle/Time Warner Center
• Times Square
• Theater District South
• Theater District North
• Lincoln Center
• Central Park/Strawberry Fields
• American Museum of Natural History
• Cathedral of St. John the Divine
• Grant's Tomb/Riverside Church
• Apollo Theater/Harlem
• Clayton Powell Blvds
• Harlem Market/Shopping
• Museum of the City of New York
• Conservatory Gardens/El Museo del Barrio
• Guggenheim and Jewish Museums
• Metropolitan Museum of Art
• Frick Collection/Whitney Museum/Central Parkt
• Central Park Zoo

In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA's most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the 80s. It's Rock of Ages, an arena-rock love story told through the mind-blowing, face-melting hits of Journey, Night Ranger, STYX, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Asia, Whitesnake and many more.

Don't miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

From multiple Grammy Award-winning songwriter Dolly Parton, Tony Award-winning director Joe Mantello and Tony-winning choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler comes 9 to 5 The Musical, a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era.

This all-new musical comedy based on the hit movie features the blockbuster title song plus an exciting new score of 18 original numbers by Dolly Parton that mix Broadway and pop with her signature witty lyrics.

Experience the sights and sounds of Lower Manhattan and the new up and coming Brooklyn neighborhoods from charming Brooklyn Heights to artsy Williamsburg and trendy Park Slope. This New York Nights and the City Tour also includes dinner at the famous "Katz Deli" where you can enjoy mile high pastrami and salami sandwiches.

Join the road less traveled into the exciting New York nightlife. Take the famous Brooklyn Bridge to charming Brooklyn Heights nestled in ivy covered brownstones and tree lined streets which was home to writers Norman Mailer, Arthur Miller and Tennessee Williams. Learn about the history of pizza from Italy to Brooklyn.

Take a walk in trendy Park Slope known for its vibrant cultural community and fashionable restaurants. Discover artsy Williamsburg which has transformed into a thriving art community. Back in Manhattan enjoy a bite at the famous restaurant "Katz Deli" and take a walking tour of the Lower East Side as the sun goes down, the streets light up on the LES with a sprinkling of poetry readings, local bands, cozy lounges, bars and restaurants.

Take an eco-friendly cruise to New York's Harbor Heron Islands to see New York's hidden wildlife. An onboard naturalist will introduce you to the area's migratory Heron population who are an unexpected sight in one of the world's busiest cities. See the sights of the Harbor while getting up close to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

More than three thousand herons fly up from southern regions to nest in on islands around New York Harbor. Now you have a chance to see these large majestic birds in their island habitat up closes during the magical time of sunset.

Join NYC Audubon aboard an eco-friendly water taxi, passing under well known bridges and by famous landmarks along the way to the Harbor Heron Islands. The trip provides for spectacular views of the Manhattan's skyline as well as and some of the city's lesser known aviary residents.

South Pacific concerns the lives of U.S. military men, nurses and the residents of the Polynesian island they occupy during World War II. Nurse Nellie Forbush is "In Love With a Wonderful Guy," a French planter with small children.

Clean-cut Lt. Cable has fallen hard for Bloody Mary's daughter Liat. And the seabees, sailors and marines will tell you that there is "Nothing Like a Dame". The show's gorgeous score also includes "Cockeyed Optimist", "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out of My Hair", "Some Enchanted Evening", "Younger Than Springtime", "Honey Bun" and "This Nearly Was Mine".

Rediscover musical theater paradise at this enchanting Tony-winning revival!