Times Square

Nature, Parks, & Gardens • New York City, New York United States

Times Square (nicknamed “The Crossroads of the World”) is the best known square in New York City and also its beating heart. It got its name in 1904 and it was named after the New York Times which moved the headquarters there.

It comes into focus mainly during New Year’s Eve celebrations which are traditionally held at Times Square (the tradition dating back to 1903) and covered by the ABC programme Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve.

The highlight of the evening is the famous ball dropping during which the huge ball descends about half a meter. The tradition of counting down the last seconds of the year while watching the huge ball slowly go down dates back to 1907. The moment it drops completely, the New Year starts.

Times Square is also known for its neon signs. The NASDAQ sign at Times Square is the world’s largest LED sign. Also, there are many brand shops, cafés and restaurants. The square also appeared in many films. Among the most famous ones are Vanilla Sky, Enchanted, Spider-Man 3 or New Year’s Eve.

Times Square is usually crowded with tourists. Note that since 2011, the square is smoke free.


Tours for Times Square

Exploring the area? Book a tour to fully experience everything Times Square has to offer. A guided tour will provide you with fascinating insights and hidden gems that you might miss on your own.

NYC Private Walking Tour in New York City, New York $1700 Tour Provided by Viator
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NYC Private Walking Tour

New York City, New York United States

Enjoy a private, customized, small-group walking tour of New York City with your local guide who knows the streets backwards and forwards and will give you an insider's perspective. Choose from a 4-hour, morning or afternoon tour, or see everything by choosing the full-day walking tour. See some of the Big Apple's most popular attractions and points of interest, like Times Square, Central Park, Midtown Manhattan, Lower Manhattan, and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, just to name a few. A Manhattan hotel pickup and drop-off is also included if you wish so. All tour stops are totally customizable.

One-Day Best of New York Private Tour in New York City, New York $899 Tour Provided by Viator
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One-Day Best of New York Private Tour

New York City, New York United States

Take the most of Big Apple on a guided tour of New York City’s midtown attractions. Ride on a comfortable convertible pedicab with a private tour guide taking you around. Cruise past by Times Square, Central Park, Fifth Avenue, Hudson Yards, Empire State Building, and many more.

3 Hour NYC Photography Workshop in New York City, New York $125 Tour Provided by Viator
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3 Hour NYC Photography Workshop

New York City, New York United States

Join us for a safari Manhattan style! Using Manhattan as both background and classroom you'll get all your photography questions answered by a working professional photographer. We'll take you to the best locations to get your shot and show you how to improve your compositional skills. You'll get to learn a new skill while exploring the sites of New York City

Private Central Park Guided Tour with Professional Photoshoot in New York City, New York $173 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private Central Park Guided Tour with Professional Photoshoot

New York City, New York United States

This private walking tour with a personal photographer is a perfect way to capture priceless, professional photos of you and your companion(s) at a comfortable pace, with iconic NYC as your backdrop. The tour will concentrate on Central Park, with numerous landmark locations throughout the 843 acres of this NYC retreat. Explore the sights at your own pace, in your own way. Throughout the tour, your guide/photographer will provide numerous suggestions for you on dining, shopping and off the beaten path locations for you to explore during your time in New York City.

All tours can be customized to accommodate your interests.

You'll be able to bring the memories home at no extra charge! A zip-file and photo gallery, with dozens of images of you, will be emailed within 48 hours after the tour to be easily downloaded, viewed and shared with friends and family.

Private New York City Midtown Landmarks Walking Tour in New York City, New York $329 Tour Provided by Viator
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Private New York City Midtown Landmarks Walking Tour

New York City, New York United States

On this private walking tour through Midtown Manhattan and cover some of the most famous landmarks in New York City, including the Chrysler Building, Grand Central Terminal, NY Public Library, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, Times Square, Park Avenue, Waldorf Astoria, and Saint Patrick's Cathedral. Learn about these world-famous buildings and places in an intimate group setting without microphones, flags or memorized scripts.

Midtown Manhattan Art and Architecture Walking Tour in New York City, New York $59 Tour Provided by Viator
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Midtown Manhattan Art and Architecture Walking Tour

New York City, New York United States

This Midtown Manhattan walking tour is a comprehensive look at the city's historical development as told through the buildings themselves. Fascinating strands of social, cultural, technological, real estate and zoning law histories are woven together in this wide and deep look New York's Midtown art and architecture.

Official Central Park Pedicab Tours in New York City, New York $50 Tour Provided by Viator
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Official Central Park Pedicab Tours

New York City, New York United States

Over 1.2k Google reviews. By far the easiest and most relaxing way to see the park. Your pedicab tour guide will pick you up at 59th street and 6th Ave. This private tour takes you to all around Central Park. There will be stops along the way at the major attractions to give you a chance to walk around and get some amazing pictures. Along the way, you will also learn all the History of completely man-made Central Park. Your tour guide/driver will be with you at all points to make sure you get the best experience possible.

Midtown Manhattan: Times Square & Skyscrapers Walking Tour in New York City, New York $39 Tour Provided by Viator
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Midtown Manhattan: Times Square & Skyscrapers Walking Tour

New York City, New York United States

Arguably the world's most valuable, busiest, and most crowded piece of real estate, Midtown Manhattan is what most visitors think of when they think of New York City. This approximately two-hour tour will take you from the pulsating beats of Times Square and Grand Central Terminal to the majesty and tranquility of St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Let Tours by Foot guide you through Midtown Manhattan.  This two-hour tour will take you from the pulsating beats of Times Square and Grand Central Terminal to the majesty and tranquility of St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Marvel at iconic architecture from Grand Central to the Chrysler Building

Learn about the skyscraper race between the tallest buildings in the city

Understand why millions of tourists visit this area of NYC every year

Visit the famous TIMES SQUARE!

Conclude your tour at Rockefeller Center, a hub of entertainment and culture.