Rockefeller Center

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Version 44 – March 23, 2023 19:10

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  • free wifi available, outside food or beverages not permitted, wear comfortable clothes and dress for the weather
  • free wifi available, outside food or beverages not permitted., wear comfortable clothes and dress for the weather

Version 43 – March 23, 2023 19:06

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Short Description
  • Take a journey through Rockefeller Center and explore the iconic New York landmark. With Rockefeller Center Tour, you’ll be able to discover the rich history and breathtaking artistry of this famous site. Follow your live guide with a headset and learn about the Center’s most significant buildings, gardens, and spaces. An expert historian will take you back in time to when John D. Rockefeller Jr. had the unwavering vision for a cultural center and view all the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today. Admire impressive murals by Jose Maria Sert and Sir Frank Brangwyn, as well as historic works by Lee Lawrie, Gaston Lachaise, Attilio Piccirilli, and Leo Lentelli. View famous sculptures by Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and more. Enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset and explore the iconic Rockefeller Center.
  • Take a journey through the Rockefeller Center and explore the iconic New York landmark. With the Rockefeller Center Tour, you’ll be able to discover the rich history and breathtaking artistry of this famous site. Follow your live guide with a headset and learn about the Center’s most significant buildings, gardens, and spaces. An expert historian will take you back in time to when John D. Rockefeller Jr. had the unwavering vision for a cultural center and view all the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today. Admire impressive murals by Jose Maria Sert and Sir Frank Brangwyn, as well as historic works by Lee Lawrie, Gaston Lachaise, Attilio Piccirilli, and Leo Lentelli. View famous sculptures by Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and more. Enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset and explore the iconic Rockefeller Center.

Version 41 – March 16, 2023 15:25

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Description
  • Highlights and Details:
  • 75-minute walking tour, runs rain or shine. Live-guided by expert historian. 25 guests maximum per tour time. Operates 365 days a year from 10 AM to 7 PM, every 30 minutes. Explores the art & architecture of the Center. See sculptures of Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and Paul Manship’s iconic bronze Prometheus, the most photographed sculpture in NYC. Heroic statue of Atlas just steps from St Patrick’s Cathedral on 5th Avenue. Learn the history of the exquisite, controversial murals painted by Jose Maria Sert & Frank Brangwyn.
  • Highlights and Details:
  • 75-minute walking tour, runs rain or shine. Live-guided by expert historian. 25 guests maximum
  • per tour time. Operates 365 days a year from 10 AM to 7 PM, every 30 minutes. Explores the art & architecture of the Center. See sculptures of Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and Paul Manship’s iconic bronze Prometheus, the most photographed sculpture in NYC. Heroic statue of Atlas just steps from St Patrick’s Cathedral on 5th Avenue. Learn the history of the exquisite, controversial murals painted by Jose Maria Sert & Frank Brangwyn.

Version 39 – March 14, 2023 18:26

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  • free wifi available, outside food or beverages not permitted., wear comfortable clothes and dress for the weather
  • free wifi available, outside food or beverages not permitted., takes place indoors and outdoors, wear comfortable clothes and dress for the weather

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  • advance purchases are recommended, no sitting available during rockefeller center tour, takes place indoors and outdoors
  • advance purchases are recommended, no sitting available during rockefeller center tour

Version 38 – March 14, 2023 18:25

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  • free wifi available, outside food or beverages not permitted., takes place indoors and outdoors, wear comfortable clothes and dress for the weather
  • free wifi available, outside food or beverages not permitted., weapons of any kind are also prohibited.

Version 37 – March 02, 2023 19:36

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Know Before You Go
  • free wifi available, outside food or beverages not permitted., weapons of any kind are also prohibited.
  • outside food or beverages not permitted., weapons of any kind are also prohibited.

Version 35 – February 28, 2023 16:34

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Highlights
  • discover works of art by renowned artists, enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset, explore the iconic rockefeller center, uncover history at rockefeller center, view sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara, and more
  • admire murals by jose maria sert and sir frank brangwyn, discover works of art by renowned artists, enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset, explore the iconic rockefeller center, tour iconic nyc landmark, uncover history at rockefeller center, view sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara, and more

Version 34 – February 28, 2023 16:32

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Short Description
  • Take a journey through the Rockefeller Center and explore the iconic New York landmark. With the Rockefeller Center Tour, you’ll be able to discover the rich history and breathtaking artistry of this famous site. Follow your live guide with a headset and learn about the Center’s most significant buildings, gardens, and spaces. An expert historian will take you back in time to when John D. Rockefeller Jr. had the unwavering vision for a cultural center and view all the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today. Admire impressive murals by Jose Maria Sert and Sir Frank Brangwyn, as well as historic works by Lee Lawrie, Gaston Lachaise, Attilio Piccirilli, and Leo Lentelli. View famous sculptures by Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and more. Enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset and explore the iconic Rockefeller Center.
  • Take a journey through the Rockefeller Center and explore the iconic New York landmark. With the Rockefeller Center Tour, you’ll be able to discover the rich history and breathtaking artistry of this famous site. Follow your live guide with a headset and learn about the Center’s most significant buildings, gardens, and spaces. An expert historian will take you back in time to when John D. Rockefeller Jr. had the unwavering vision for a cultural center and view all the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today. Admire impressive murals by Jose Maria Sert and Sir Frank Brangwyn, as well as historic works by Lee Lawrie, Gaston Lachaise, Attilio Piccirilli, and Leo Lentelli. View famous sculptures by Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and more. Enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset and explore the iconic Rockefeller Center.

Highlights
  • admire murals by jose maria sert and sir frank brangwyn, discover works of art by renowned artists, enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset, explore the iconic rockefeller center, tour iconic nyc landmark, uncover history at rockefeller center, view sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara, and more
  • admire murals by jose maria sert and sir frank brangwyn, discover works of art by renowned artists, enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset, explore famous buildings and gardens, explore the iconic rockefeller center, tour iconic nyc landmark, uncover history at rockefeller center, view sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara, and more

Version 33 – February 28, 2023 15:57

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Highlights
  • admire murals by jose maria sert and sir frank brangwyn, discover works of art by renowned artists, enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset, explore famous buildings and gardens, explore the iconic rockefeller center, tour iconic nyc landmark, uncover history at rockefeller center, view sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara, and more
  • admire murals by jose maria sert and sir frank brangwyn, discover works of art by renowned artists, enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset, explore the iconic rockefeller center, view sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara, and more

Version 32 – February 28, 2023 15:56

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Short Description
  • Take a journey through the Rockefeller Center and explore the iconic New York landmark. With the Rockefeller Center Tour, you’ll be able to discover the rich history and breathtaking artistry of this famous site. Follow your live guide with a headset and learn about the Center’s most significant buildings, gardens, and spaces. An expert historian will take you back in time to when John D. Rockefeller Jr. had the unwavering vision for a cultural center and view all the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today. Admire impressive murals by Jose Maria Sert and Sir Frank Brangwyn, as well as historic works by Lee Lawrie, Gaston Lachaise, Attilio Piccirilli, and Leo Lentelli. View famous sculptures by Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and more. Enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset and explore the iconic Rockefeller Center.
  • Take an extraordinary look into the rich history and breathtaking artistry of New York’s most famous landmark. Your journey begins over 80 years ago with John D. Rockefeller Jr.’s unwavering vision for a cultural center and touches upon all the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today. An expert historian guides you through the Center’s most significant buildings, gardens and spaces. Follow your live guide with your own personal headset and enjoy this uninterrupted tour through a closed circuit connection.

Highlights
  • admire murals by jose maria sert and sir frank brangwyn, discover works of art by renowned artists, enjoy an uninterrupted tour with a live guide and headset, explore the iconic rockefeller center, view sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara, and more
  • famous sculptures by isamu noguchi, michio ihara and more, historic works by lee lawrie, gaston lachaise, attilio piccirilli, and leo lentelli, impressive murals by jose maria sert and sir frank brangwyn

Included
  • general admission, headset, live guide
  • general admission

Excluded
  • food and beverage

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Version 31 – February 28, 2023 15:44

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Cancellation policy
  • custom
  • standard

Cancellation notes
  • Tickets must be cancelled at least 7 days prior to your reserved time slot for a refund. Refunds cannot be given if you are within 7 days of your reserved time slot. We will, however, exchange your ticket for a later date and time.
  • Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Cancellation cutoff
  • 7
  • 24

Version 28 – February 17, 2023 18:35

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Know Before You Book
  • advance purchases are recommended, no sitting available during rockefeller center tour
  • advance purchases are recommended, no sitting available during tour

Version 27 – February 17, 2023 18:33

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Know Before You Book
  • advance purchases are recommended, no sitting available during tour
  • advance purchases are recommended

Version 26 – February 16, 2023 21:23

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Available tiers
  • adult, child, senior
  • adult, child

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  • child: ''
  • senior: ''
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Tier ages
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  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '64'
  • child:
  • from: '3'
  • to: '17'
  • senior:
  • from: '65'
  • to: '99'
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  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '120'

Version 25 – February 16, 2023 21:23

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Available tiers
  • adult, child
  • adult

Version 24 – February 16, 2023 21:22

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Short Description
  • Take an extraordinary look into the rich history and breathtaking artistry of New York’s most famous landmark. Your journey begins over 80 years ago with John D. Rockefeller Jr.’s unwavering vision for a cultural center and touches upon all the great works of art and architecture that comprise it today. An expert historian guides you through the Center’s most significant buildings, gardens and spaces. Follow your live guide with your own personal headset and enjoy this uninterrupted tour through a closed circuit connection.
  • The historian-guided Rockefeller Center Tour takes you from past to present, from John D. Rockefeller Jr.’s initial vision to its realization in the cultural center and National Historic Landmark of today. You’ll get an insider’s view of the incredible architecture, art, iconic buildings, outdoor gardens, and spaces found throughout Rockefeller Center.

Description
  • Highlights and Details:
  • 75-minute walking tour, runs rain or shine. Live-guided by expert historian. 25 guests maximum
  • per tour time. Operates 365 days a year from 10 AM to 7 PM, every 30 minutes. Explores the art & architecture of the Center. See sculptures of Isamu Noguchi, Michio Ihara and Paul Manship’s iconic bronze Prometheus, the most photographed sculpture in NYC. Heroic statue of Atlas just steps from St Patrick’s Cathedral on 5th Avenue. Learn the history of the exquisite, controversial murals painted by Jose Maria Sert & Frank Brangwyn.

Version 21 – February 16, 2023 21:18

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Version 20 – November 18, 2022 01:24

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Tier labels
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  • adult: ''
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  • adult: ''
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Tier ages
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  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '120'
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  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '64'
  • child:
  • from: '5'
  • to: '11'

Version 19 – November 18, 2022 01:23

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Available tiers
  • adult
  • adult, child

Version 18 – November 18, 2022 01:22

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Guide type
  • Tour Guide
  • None

Duration from
  • 75.0

Version 16 – November 18, 2022 00:36

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Know Before You Go
  • outside food or beverages not permitted., weapons of any kind are also prohibited.
  • top of the rock does not permit outside food or beverages., weapons of any kind are also prohibited.

Version 15 – November 18, 2022 00:35

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  • advance purchases are recommended

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Version 14 – November 18, 2022 00:35

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  • top of the rock does not permit outside food or beverages., weapons of any kind are also prohibited.

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Version 13 – November 01, 2022 15:44

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Name
  • Rockefeller Center Tour
  • Rockerfeller Center Tour

Version 11 – October 21, 2022 02:51

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Health
  •  COVID-19 vaccination is NOT required to visit Top of the Rock.

Version 10 – October 21, 2022 02:50

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Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 8 – September 08, 2022 15:30

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Name
  • Rockerfeller Center Tour
  • Rockerfeller Center

Version 6 – June 17, 2022 19:18

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Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Version 5 – June 17, 2022 19:17

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Health
  •  COVID-19 vaccination is NOT required to visit Top of the Rock.
  • Beginning September 13, 2021, and in accordance with the NYC mandate, Top of the Rock Observation Deck and the Rockefeller Center Tour will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all guests ages 12 years and older. Additionally, a face mask is required for all guests above age 2 regardless of vaccination status.
  • Effective 12/14/21 Children 5-11 years old are now required to have one vaccination
  • Effective 12/27/21 Adults 12 & up now are required to have two vaccines (unless their one vaccine is from J & J which only required one vaccination instead of two)
  • Accepted records of vaccination status:
  • CDC vaccination card (photo or original hard copy)
  • NYC COVID Safe App
  • New York State Excelsior App
  • Official vaccination record of a vaccine administered outside the United States for one of the following vaccines: AstraZeneca/SK Bioscience, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, Pfizer, Serum Institute of India/COVISHIELD and Vaxzevria, Sinopharm, Sinovac (photo or original hard copy)

Version 1 – June 17, 2022 19:10

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