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New York for history geeks

Immerse yourself in New York’s heritage with our selection of historical experiences and guided tours. Perfect for all you history enthusiasts.
Ancient Mayan artifacts in a museum exhibit, ideal for history buffs.

Top experiences in New York

Child viewing Van Gogh's "Starry Night" painting in a museum.
Museums
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Tickets
$30
Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Tickets. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 4741 ratings.From $30
MJ The Musical logo with silhouette of a dancer in iconic pose.
Musicals
MJ The Musical
from
$79.50
MJ The Musical. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 921 ratings.From $79.50
Free cancellation
Statue of Liberty viewed from a cruise, New York City tour.
Landmarks
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tickets
from $35.13
$33.09
6% off
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tickets. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 3619 ratings.From $33.09
The Great Gatsby musical poster with art deco design.
Musicals
The Great Gatsby
from
$76.50
The Great Gatsby. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 207 ratings.From $76.50
Free cancellation
Reflecting pool at 9/11 Memorial in New York City with surrounding skyscrapers.
Museums
9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets
from
$36
9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 3969 ratings.From $36
Free cancellation
Family interacting with stabilization system exhibit at aviation museum.
Museums
Intrepid Museum Tickets
$38
$35.20
7% off
Intrepid Museum Tickets. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1147 ratings.From $35.20
Singer performing with a microphone, Buena Vista Social Club text.
Musicals
Buena Vista Social Club
from
$76.32
Buena Vista Social Club. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 40 ratings.From $76.32
Visitors observing an elephant skeleton exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History.
Museums
American Museum of Natural History Tickets + 1 Ticketed Exhibition
$43
American Museum of Natural History Tickets + 1 Ticketed Exhibition. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 546 ratings.From $43
Free cancellation
Guide speaking to visitors by the Wall of Honor on Ellis Island, holding a historical photo.
Guided Tours
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry
from
$59
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Guided Tour with Ferry. Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 880 ratings.From $59
Free cancellation
Guests engaging with a guide at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Guided Tours
Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access
from
$55
Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access. Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 59 ratings.From $55
Tourists sitting on the beam enjoying views on their Top of the Rock experience
Observation Decks
Top of the Rock Observation Deck Tickets with the Beam Experience
from
$62.06
Top of the Rock Observation Deck Tickets with the Beam Experience . Rated 5 out of 5 from 9 ratings.From $62.06
Poster for "Joe Turner's Come and Gone" Broadway show featuring two actors against a sunset backdrop.
Plays
Joe Turner's Come and Gone
from
$55.68
Joe Turner's Come and Gone. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From $55.68
Free cancellation
Circle Line cruise passing the Statue of Liberty in New York City.
Sightseeing Cruises
Circle Line: Statue of Liberty Cruise
from
$29
Circle Line: Statue of Liberty Cruise. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 197 ratings.From $29
Whitney Museum of American Art exterior in New York City with surrounding buildings.
Museums
Whitney Museum of American Art Tickets
$30
Whitney Museum of American Art Tickets. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 238 ratings.From $30
Free cancellation
Circle Line cruise with view of New York City skyline and Empire State Building.
Sightseeing Cruises
Circle Line: New York City Sightseeing Cruise
$52
Circle Line: New York City Sightseeing Cruise. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings.From $52
Free cancellation
Visitors seated on the beam at Top of the Rock Observation Deck, New York City skyline in view.
Guided Tours
Top of the Rock Observation Deck VIP Pass with the Beam & Skylift Experience
from
$217.75
Top of the Rock Observation Deck VIP Pass with the Beam & Skylift Experience. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 12 ratings.From $217.75
Visitors exploring exhibits at New York Historical Society.
Museums
New York Historical Society Tickets
$24
New York Historical Society Tickets. Rated 5 out of 5 from 6 ratings.From $24
Free cancellation
Circle Line boat near Statue of Liberty, New York City.
Sightseeing Cruises
Circle Line: 50-min Statue of Liberty Express Cruise
$29
Circle Line: 50-min Statue of Liberty Express Cruise. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 41 ratings.From $29
Free cancellation
Atlas statue at Rockefeller Center, New York City, viewed from below with surrounding buildings.
Guided Tours
Rockefeller Center Guided Tour
from
$29.40
Rockefeller Center Guided Tour. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 8 ratings.From $29.40
Free cancellation
9/11 Memorial reflecting pool with museum entrance and skyscrapers in New York City.
Guided Tours
Ground Zero 9/11 Memorial Tour & 9/11 Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets
from $79
$71.10
10% off
Ground Zero 9/11 Memorial Tour & 9/11 Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets. Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 308 ratings.From $71.10
Free cancellation
Couple taking selfie at Statue of Liberty, New York City.
Guided Tours
Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island & 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour
from
$119.99
Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island & 9/11 Memorial Guided Tour. Rated 5 out of 5 from 2 ratings.From $119.99
Radio City Music Hall illuminated at night, New York City.
Guided Tours
Radio City Music Hall Tour Experience
$44
Radio City Music Hall Tour Experience. Rated 5 out of 5 from 8 ratings.From $44
Stage set of "El Ultimo Sueno de Frida y Diego" at the Metropolitan Opera.
Opera
El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego
from
$136.80
El Último Sueño de Frida y Diego. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From $136.80
Free cancellation
Cruise boat passing under Brooklyn Bridge on NYC landmarks tour.
Sightseeing Cruises
Circle Line: 90-min NYC Landmarks Cruise
$45
Circle Line: 90-min NYC Landmarks Cruise. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 78 ratings.From $45

What our guests say

Shreyash G

Solo
2 days ago
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Intrepid Museum Tickets

Andre F

Germany
Couple
6 days ago
What we liked most of all was that we took the time to really look at things we’d seen before but had never really noticed. And of course, Lain played a big part in that—he had an enthusiastic little story ready for every stop.

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt & Secrets of Grand Central Station Tour

Koichi S

Japan
Couple
Last week
very nice experience, hieever I was surprised by the long lines at security. You need to arrive at Battery Park an hour before your reservation time.

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tickets

Elizabeth T

United States
Group
3 weeks ago

+3 more

Entry was pretty smooth we unfortunately did not get to skip the line but it moved quickly. Our tour guide Alex was fabulous! He was extremely knowledgeable and passionate. I loved the little known facts he shared about the art and the history of The Met. It was the best museum tour I have ever experienced.

Metropolitan Museum of Art Highlights Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Access

Craig F

United States
Couple
Mar 2026
The Edge viewing area offered a different vantage point than Empire AND One World. It is very well staffed, there is no breakfast option up there, which would have been nice. Grest views on NJ, Mid Town, etc. MOMA is MOMA, one great exhibit after another....again, well/professionally staffed.

Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Tickets

Julia L

United States
Couple
Feb 2026
Super Fun! Ticketing worked smoothly and we really enjoyed the gemstone and ocean exhibits. We spent the whole day there learning and exploring

American Museum of Natural History Tickets + 1 Ticketed Exhibition

Giulia S

Solo
Feb 2026
I aspected a lot, but everything went over. The atmosphere was very intimate and intense. Everything is explained perfectly, and the exhibitions bring you really into the 9/11. Thank you for this amazing opportunity, I learned too many things

9/11 Memorial & Museum Tickets

Majd A

Saudi Arabia
Group
Feb 2026
Amazing show! The Great Gatsby was absolutely stunning. Incredible performances, beautiful music, and impressive visuals. A truly unforgettable experience — highly recommended!

The Great Gatsby

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