Empire State & Flatiron District with Optional 102nd Floor Access
Overview
Unlike a typical Empire State Building visit, this experience lets you discover the city before seeing it from above. Beginning in the historic Flatiron District, you’ll explore Midtown Manhattan with an expert guide as New York’s history, architecture, and hidden stories unfold around you. From iconic Fifth Avenue landmarks and Madison Square Park to the vibrant energy of Koreatown and Herald Square, every stop adds new perspective to the skyline surrounding you.
The experience culminates with reserved access to the Empire State Building Observatory, where sweeping 360-degree views across New York City bring the entire journey together from one of the world’s most iconic viewpoints.
What's Included
- Access even higher to the exclusive 102nd floor (if option selected)
- Admission to the Empire State Building 86th-floor observatory,
- Professional, licensed local guide & live commentary throughout the tour.
- 2-hour guided walking tour from the Flatiron District to the Empire State Building.
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Food & Beverages
Meeting Location
200 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10010, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
20 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001, USA
The tour ends at the Empire State Main Entrance
What To Expect
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Flatiron District
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Madison Square Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Marble Collegiate Church (pass by)
Church of The Transfiguration (pass by)
Koreatown
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Macy's Herald Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Empire State Building
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-6377P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Access even higher to the exclusive 102nd floor (if option selected).
- Admission to the Empire State Building 86th-floor observatory,.
- Professional, licensed local guide & live commentary throughout the tour.
- 2-hour guided walking tour from the Flatiron District to the Empire State Building.
- Gratuities.
- Transportation.
- Food & Beverages.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Empire State & Flatiron District with Optional 102nd Floor Access is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Marine Corps Tour of Washington DC by Luxury Car will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Access even higher to the exclusive 102nd floor (if option selected)
- Admission to the Empire State Building 86th-floor observatory,
- Professional, licensed local guide & live commentary throughout the tour.
- 2-hour guided walking tour from the Flatiron District to the Empire State Building.
- Gratuities
- Transportation
- Food & Beverages
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
