Rockefeller Center Guided Tour

Explore Rockefeller Center’s Art Deco legacy and iconic landmarks on this 75-min guided tour led by a live historian.

Getting started

Arrive at the 50th Street entrance (between 5th and 6th Avenues), then head down the staircase to join the Express Line and present your pass. Your guide will greet you and begin with a brief introduction before leading the group outdoors.

What to expect

Rockefeller Center Guided Tour

Step into the heart of Manhattan and discover Rockefeller Center, a National Historic Landmark spanning 89,000 square meters and home to 19 commercial buildings. This complex is celebrated for its Art Deco architecture and its origins as a Great Depression-era project.

Features

• 30 Rockefeller Plaza (“30 Rock”): Visit the building made famous by NBC’s studios, where shows like SNL are filmed, and the namesake of a beloved sitcom.

• Radio City Music Hall: See the legendary venue that hosts the Radio City Rockettes and the annual Christmas Spectacular.

• Public artworks: Admire Paul Manship’s gilded Prometheus sculpture, Isamu Noguchi’s News, and the American Progress mural, each reflecting the center’s artistic and cultural significance.

• Seasonal ice skating rink: View the renowned rink, a favorite backdrop for holiday films and New York City traditions.