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Attraction Tickets in the USA: The 15 to Buy Before You Fly

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Observation decks, aquariums, memorials and studio lots all now sell timed entry. These 15 are the tickets worth buying before you travel, priced, with the ones where a city pass is genuinely cheaper flagged.

NYC: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets - Starting inside Grand Central Terminal
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NYC: SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets

1.SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 51,195 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $47Our pick

Ride from Grand Central Terminal to the 91st floor for SUMMIT One Vanderbilt’s mirror rooms, glass skyboxes, silver balloons, and sweeping city views. Allow 90 minutes to two hours. Choose daytime or night, and consider sunset if available. Sunglasses and sensible clothing help.

“Myself my daughter had the most amazing time but one thing I will say is we were there at Christmas time and it was so busy we still in the queue for a very long time but 1000% worth it there was a young lady with long braided hair who was incredibly kind to myself and my daughter a staff member, I will forever be grateful I want thousand percent recommend also definitely get a cocktail on the top level so so good Siobhán from Ireland”

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NYC: 9/11 Memorial & Museum Timed-Entry Ticket - Enter the museum through the historical exhibition
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NYC: 9/11 Memorial & Museum Timed-Entry Ticket

2.9/11 Memorial & Museum Timed-Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31,428 reviews · 1 day · from $25Best value

Use a timed ticket for contactless entry to the 9/11 Memorial Museum, then visit the outdoor memorial, twin reflecting pools, Survivor Tree, and Memorial Glades. Inside, three permanent exhibitions explain the events before, during, and after September 11, 2001, with artifacts, films, photographs, and personal stories. Allow at least two hours, and longer if you read everything.

“A deeply moving experience. Witnessing this immense tragedy through the accounts of survivors and rescuers leaves an overwhelming and lasting impression. The museum is exceptionally well organized, and the staff are professional, helpful, and truly dedicated to ensuring visitors have a meaningful experience.”

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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets - Observatory & Museum - The museum makes the visit more than a view
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NYC: Empire State Building Tickets – Observatory & Museum

3.Empire State Building Tickets – Observatory & Museum

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 25,757 reviews · 45 minutes - 2 hours · from $47

Visit New York’s Empire State Building for the 86th Floor Observatory, optional 102nd Floor windows, and an interactive museum covering construction, Art Deco design, King Kong, and film history. Allow 45 minutes to 2 hours. Choose a standard or Express ticket, and plan for airport-style security and limited access for bags.

“WOW! What a view! I was breathtaken by far one of the best excursions I have booked. I am scared of heights but it really didn’t actually fase me. 1100% recommend to book.”

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NYC: Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets - The interactive exhibits make the wait worthwhile
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NYC: Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets

4.Empire State Building Observation Deck Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22,072 reviews · from $48

Enter the Empire State Building, pass through interactive exhibits on its construction and pop-culture fame, then rise to the 86th-floor open-air deck for wide New York views. Choose general admission or add the 102nd floor with its floor-to-ceiling windows. Express tickets reduce queuing, and the visit lasts 45 minutes to 2 hours.

“It's 20 years since I last visited the Empire State Building (as a 30 year old working in New York) now I'm 52 and visited with my teenage sons and partner. It didn't disappoint. Staff were great, helpful and considerate, and the experience is much more immersive: animations showing the build in 1931, King Kong peering through the windows, spy holes looking down on New Yorkers back in the 30's – it really was great, a classic, a must see!”

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NYC: Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket - The 52-Second Ride to Level 101
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NYC: Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket

5.Edge Observation Deck Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 20,918 reviews · 1 hour · from $39

Edge gives you one hour or more above Hudson Yards, with a fast elevator ride, indoor and outdoor viewing, angled glass walls, a glass floor, Skyline Steps, and the one-person Eastern Point. The $39 ticket includes the multimedia entry experience but not food, drinks, or transport.

“don't expect a bit of culture from Americans on deck, that's the only negative. Views are beautiful, and sunset is the best time to get there.”

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New York City: American Museum of Natural History Ticket - The dinosaur halls: the museum’s biggest crowd-pleaser
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New York City: American Museum of Natural History Ticket

6.American Museum of Natural History Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15,447 reviews · 1 day · from $37

Explore more than 40 permanent halls at New York’s American Museum of Natural History, including the dinosaur fossils, Milstein Hall of Ocean Life, Rose Center, and new Gilder Center. Choose general admission or add ticketed experiences such as the butterfly vivarium, planetarium show, giant-screen film, or Impact: The End of the Age of Dinosaurs.

“very informative and extremely well presented lots of amenities which made the experience better. Overall a great family experience.”

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New York City: Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket - Three levels of views, with room to find your own angle
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New York City: Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket

7.Top of the Rock Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 14,488 reviews · from $44

Ride the high-speed elevator to Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center for three levels of indoor and outdoor views. See Central Park, the Empire State Building, and downtown Manhattan from 9,500 square feet of open-air deck. Add The Beam or choose VIP access with SKYLIFT, a guide, photos, and champagne.

“Rebooked tickets easier entry & ques where well organised sadly it’s was raining but still a great experience”

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NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket - Entering at 11 West 53rd Street
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NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

8.Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12,540 reviews · 1 day · from $30

Visit New York’s Museum of Modern Art with a one-day ticket covering the permanent collection, special exhibitions, films, and art-making labs. See Van Gogh’s The Starry Night, Monet’s Water Lilies, Picasso, Matisse, Warhol, Pollock, and contemporary works. Bring a charged phone and headphones for the free multilingual audio guide.

“This is a fantastic museum and art gallery and well worth the visit. Start on Floor 5 and work down for the best chronological order (and the easiest route) finishing in the outdoor sculpture garden for some reflection.”

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NYC: One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket - The SkyPod turns the elevator into part of the visit
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NYC: One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket

9.One World Observatory Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12,329 reviews · 1 day · from $30

Enter One World Observatory on West Street and ride the SkyPod to floors 100 through 102 in 47 seconds. Take in the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, New York Harbor, and 9/11 Memorial from indoor viewing areas. Choose standard, priority, flexible, or VIP access, with guide Luis among the guides praised for making the visit especially informative.

“A visit to the One World Observatory is an unforgettable experience and a must for anyone exploring New York City. The 360-degree views are absolutely breathtaking, offering a stunning panorama of the city from every angle. The excitement begins the moment you step into the elevator, among the fastest I’ve ever experienced, which adds a fun and thrilling start to the visit. We timed our arrival about an hour before dusk, allowing us to witness the city transform from day to night. Watching the skyline light up as the sun set was truly magical. One of the best aspects is that there’s no time limit on your visit, so you…”

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NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket - The 86th floor versus the 102nd floor
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NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

10.NYC Empire State Building Observation Deck Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,916 reviews · 45 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $47

Visit the Empire State Building at your own pace with a mobile ticket. Explore exhibits on construction, pop culture, and sustainability before heading to the 86th Floor Observatory. Upgrade to the 102nd floor for glass-window views across six states, or choose skip-the-line access for a faster visit.

“We turned up early and they were extremely good about letting us in early without any fuss. We were also inspired to watch King Kong afterwards”

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9/11 Memorial, Ground Zero Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Ticket - FDNY stories at the memorial wall and Ten House
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9/11 Memorial, Ground Zero Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Ticket

11.9/11 Memorial, Ground Zero Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,381 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $39Top rated

Walk from the Oculus to St. Paul’s Chapel, the FDNY Memorial Wall, and the 9/11 Memorial pools with a small group of up to 15. Guides such as Sean, James, Paul, and Amy share personal stories of loss, heroism, and renewal. Add a self-guided museum ticket or one-hour VIP museum tour when booking.

“Dave was a great your guide! Honestly, I thought I knew everything about 9/11 (I didn't), Dave shared so much more about this event than I could have imagined. Thanks for the eye-opening experience”

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9/11 Memorial Museum Admission Ticket - September 11, 2001, from the day itself to its aftermath
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9/11 Memorial Museum Admission Ticket

12.9/11 Memorial Museum Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,376 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $36

Visit the 9/11 Memorial Museum beneath the Twin Towers’ footprints with a timed mobile ticket. Explore artifacts, first-person accounts, memorial displays, and multimedia exhibits at your own pace. Allow at least two hours, expect airport-style security, and prepare for an emotional visit focused on loss, courage, recovery, and the global impact of September 11.

“A respectful memorial created with heart and concern to remember those lost. It could have more to it however even more footage of personal stories taken from the marvellous documentaries made.”

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New York City: The FRIENDS™ Experience Entry Ticket - The first photo stops: orange couch and familiar rooms
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New York City: The FRIENDS™ Experience Entry Ticket

13.The FRIENDS™ Experience Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,234 reviews · 1 hour · from $48

Spend about an hour inside two floors of FRIENDS sets, props, costumes, and photo scenes in New York. Sit at Monica and Rachel’s kitchen table, relax in Joey and Chandler’s chairs, pose on the orange couch, and let staff take pictures with your phone. Central Perk drinks and snacks are available afterward.

“Staff were absolutely amazing super friendly!! Even though they have to deal with that many people, they were always friendly and so kind in taking pictures of everyone! KUDOS!”

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Merritt Island: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Ticket - Start with Heroes & Legends and the Rocket Garden
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Merritt Island: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Ticket

14.Merritt Island: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,637 reviews · from $83

Use your ticket to explore Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex at your own pace. See Space Shuttle Atlantis, the huge Saturn V rocket, Rocket Garden, Gateway, live shows, 3D films, and the Shuttle Launch Experience. A Kennedy Space Center bus tour takes you to the Apollo/Saturn V Center. Transportation, food, and special astronaut programs cost extra.

“Superb day out with lots to see and do,a day isn’t really long enough to get around it all properly. Highly recommend a visit.”

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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket - Arriving at 45 East 42nd Street
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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket

15.SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,398 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $47

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt gives you access to three floors of skyline views, mirrored rooms, floating silver balls, photo-friendly art, and two glass LEVITATION skyboxes. Plan on one to three hours, arrive exactly on time, wear sensible shoes and clothing, and expect crowds, queues, and limited space for bags.

“The lines were long this time of year. And there were so many people. But it was such a cool experience”

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