Best overall
Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour
Highest Outty Ranking in the city right now.
Outty Ranking 94 · from $399
Things to do in New York, compared
We rank 125 experiences in New York, United States, and compare the top 20 on ranking, price, length, and traveler rating. The strongest overall is Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour at 94 out of 100, the lowest entry price is $1 per person, and 7 experiences sit in the Outty 90+ Club. Traveler ratings shown here are provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Which one should you book?
Best value
Explore NYC Tour
The lowest price we rank above 70, so cheap without being a compromise.
Outty Ranking 85 · from $1
Best with kids
NYC Secrets of Grand Central Station Tour
Top ranked experience the operator lists as family friendly.
Outty Ranking 87 · from $39
Best last minute
Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights
Highest ranked option still showing same-day availability.
Outty Ranking 92 · from $59
Most proven
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour with Reserved Ferry Entry
The deepest traveler review history of anything we rank here.
Outty Ranking 87 · from $59
Best short trip
50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise
The quickest strong option when you only have a spare morning.
Outty Ranking 82 · from $20
Full comparison
| Experience | Outty Ranking | Verdict | From | Duration | Traveler rating | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour | 94 | 90+ Club | $399 | 14h | 4.9/5 (8,920) | Free to 96h before |
| Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights | 92 | 90+ Club | $59 | 4h | 4.9/5 (2,676) | Free to 24h before |
| NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports | 92 | 90+ Club | $84 | 6h | 4.9/5 (4,257) | Free to 24h before |
| SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York | 92 | 90+ Club | $23 | 2h | 4.9/5 (3,312) | Free to 24h before |
| Greenwich Village Food and Culture Walk | 92 | 90+ Club | $82 | 3h | 4.8/5 (4,560) | Free to 24h before |
| NYC in a Day Tour: Lady Liberty, Times Square, 9/11 Memorial | 91 | 90+ Club | $89 | 6h | 4.9/5 (1,784) | Free to 24h before |
| 9/11 Memorial Tour with Optional Museum and One World Access | 91 | 90+ Club | $29 | 2h | 5.0/5 (884) | Free to 24h before |
| 9/11 Ground Zero & Memorial Tour with Optional 9/11 Museum | 89 | Exceptional | $29 | 2h | 4.8/5 (7,066) | Free to 24h before |
| High Line and Chelsea Small Group Tour | 89 | Exceptional | $35 | 2h | 4.9/5 (1,256) | Free to 24h before |
| Harlem Gospel Service and Soul Food Brunch | 89 | Exceptional | $89 | 4h | 4.7/5 (1,380) | Free to 48h before |
| Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours | 89 | Exceptional | $38 | 1h | 5.0/5 (8,337) | Free to 24h before |
| "The Met" Metropolitan Museum of Art Tour Semi-Private 8ppl Max | 89 | Exceptional | $10 | 2.5h | 5.0/5 (426) | Free to 24h before |
| New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour | 89 | Exceptional | $99 | 6h | 4.8/5 (13,737) | Free to 24h before |
| Washington DC & Philadelphia 1-Day Guided Tour from NYC | 89 | Exceptional | $107 | 15h | 4.8/5 (2,269) | Free to 24h before |
| NYC: Greenwich Village Food Tour with 6 Locals Favorites Dishes | 89 | Exceptional | $97 | 3h | 5.0/5 (1,899) | Free to 24h before |
| Private Central Park Pedicab Tour | 89 | Exceptional | $42 | 1h | 5.0/5 (7,498) | Free to 24h before |
| Manhattan Neighborhood Private Customized Walking Tour | 88 | Exceptional | $48 | 3h | 5.0/5 (502) | Free to 24h before |
| Greenwich Village Food Tour: 6 Tastings + Iconic Sites | 88 | Exceptional | $99 | 3h | 5.0/5 (1,655) | Free to 24h before |
| Brooklyn Bridge & DUMBO Neighborhood Tour - from Manhattan to Brooklyn | 88 | Exceptional | $34 | 2.5h | 4.9/5 (899) | Free to 24h before |
| Original NYC Food Tour of Chinatown & Little Italy- 8 tastings | 87 | Exceptional | $130 | 3h | 5.0/5 (2,291) | Free to 24h before |
Traveler ratings and review counts are provided by Viator and Tripadvisor. The Outty Ranking is our own evaluation and is calculated independently of them.