United Nations Headquarters Tours

One of New York City's most iconic buildings, the United Nations headquarters occupies several blocks of Midtown Manhattan near the East River. The complex is comprised of a number buildings, including the domed General Assembly Hall, the Visitor Centre, and the Secretariat Building, a high-rise completed in the early 1950s.
The Basics
The official headquarters of the United Nations since 1952, the complex is surrounded by sculpture-studded gardens and the international flags of all of the UN’s member states. Although the UN is situated in New York City, its land and buildings (designed by Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer) are under the sole administration of the United Nations—not the city or the US government.
The best way to get a feel for the UN—the organization’s mission and physical campus—is to take one of the 45-minute guided tours that run on weekdays (9:30am to 4:45pm). Highlights include the General Assembly Hall, the Security Council Chamber, the Trusteeship Council Chamber, and the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Chamber.
Things to Know Before You Go
- All visitors entering the UN buildings must pass a security check. All visitors age 18 or over must have a valid ID issued by a UN Member State or Observer State.
- For security reasons, children under 5 are not permitted on tours of the UN. All ages can explore the Visitor Centre.
- The Visitors Café at the Visitor Centre serves a variety of international meals, snacks, and drinks.
- Foreign-language tours (including French, Korean, and Spanish) are usually available daily.
How to Get There
The United Nations Headquarters is on First Avenue between 42nd and 48th streets on the East River. The visitors entrance is on First Avenue at 46th Street. The closest subway stop is at Grand Central; walk along E. 42nd Street to First Avenue.
When to Get There
The UN Headquarters is open for tours on weekdays (9:30am to 4:45pm). Visitors who have booked at tour should arrive at least 60 minutes prior to their scheduled tour. Although no guided tours are offered on the weekends, visitors can explore the UN Visitors Centre on weekends from March to December.
The UN for Kids
Kids ages 5 through 12 can tour the UN Headquarters, where a variety of educational programs, including UN4U and the UN Kids Corridor, offer colorful maps, games, and quizzes.
Address: 760 United Nations Plaza, New York City, New York 10017, USA
Hours: Open weekdays 9am - 4:45pm. Closed most holidays.
Admission: Varies
16 Tours and Activities to Experience United Nations Headquarters
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New York Helicopter Tour: City Lights Skyline Experience
See the sights of New York City from up in the air on this nighttime helicopter tour of the city. Take off, and soar over the NYC as you take in aerial views of some of the most famous sights. See the Statue of Liberty, the Rockefeller Center, and Times Square all lit up, and then pass by the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg Bridges. This adventure is a shared experience with other travelers.
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Skip the Line Ellis Island Statue and One Day Double Decker Tour Ticket
Combine several popular New York City things to do with one tour. Set out on a guided walk in Battery Park, explore the Statue of Liberty including the pedestal, and visit Ellis Island. The tour also features a ticket on the downtown Hop-on, Hop-off double decker sightseeing bus that offers easy access to landmarks including the Empire State Building and Rockefeller Center.
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Holdouts: A NYC Architecture Walking Tour
Explore another side of Manhattan’s ever-busy Midtown neighborhood—and discover details that most visitors overlook—during this small-group walking tour. Choose between convenient morning or afternoon departure times, and find your guide at an accessible meeting point in Midtown East. As you explore, learn about the holdouts who refused to sell their properties to developers, and how their personal stories changed the layout of the city forever.
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Circle Line: NYC Liberty Cruise
See the highlights of New York City from the water on this sightseeing cruise along the Hudson River. Ideal for first-time visitors who want to see as much as possible and avoid waiting in traffic, this cruise offers views of the Manhattan skyline, One World Trade Center, and the Empire State Building, plus close-ups of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
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Superheroes in New York Walking Tour
No city is the setting for superhero stories more often than New York, and with this walking tour, you can explore its most famous superhero movie and comic book sites and visit the locations where artists and writers developed some of your favorite characters. Whether you’re into Batman or Superman, Daredevil or Iron Man, you can heed the call for justice during this deep dive into the superhero universe.
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24-Hour NYC Downtown Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Statue of Liberty Cruise
Explore the best of New York City at your own pace aboard a hop-on hop-off bus through downtown and a cruise to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. You have 24 hours to see everything from Union Square to Greenwich Village, Freedom Tower, and Little Italy, with stops at New York City’s most iconic landmarks and neighborhoods.
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$35.00
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NYC Night Bus Tour, from Times Square to the Brooklyn Bridge
Watch New York City come to life after dark on an evening coach tour by double-decker bus, and follow an exciting route through the heart of Midtown Manhattan’s highlights. See Times Square’s towering lights and capture unforgettable images of the Empire State Building’s bright spire, then continue through the bustling streets to the Manhattan Bridge. Enjoy recorded narration throughout the tour, learn about New York’s colorful history, and hear about life in a city that never sleeps.
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NYC Package: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, Statue of Liberty and Airport Transfers
See it all at one low price with this Big Apple package that's perfect for first-time visitors. After arriving at any of New York City's three major airports, you'll hop aboard a comfortable shuttle bus and travel to your Midtown hotel. Enjoy two days of hassle-free sight-seeing aboard a classic double-decker hop-on hop-off tour, including Downtown, Uptown, Brooklyn and Bronx loops, plus the epic New York City Night Tour. This discounted package even includes a hop-on hop-off cruise on the New York Harbor, where travelers can see where the glittering skyline meets the open water, plus a guided tour of the Statue of Liberty and Staten Island, as well as the 9/11 Memorial. This incredible package even includes return airport transport to ensure you take off with ease after a memorable time in the city.
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New York City Superheroes Private Walking Tour
Explore New York City’s classic superhero sites on this fun walking tour and learn how the Big Apple has inspired some of history's most iconic superheroes. Check out the places featured in your favorite Marvel and DC comic books and movies—places like the New York Daily News building, Grand Central Terminal, and the United Nations—and see where writers and artists created these seminal characters.
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Double Decker Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus and Times Square Dining Experience
Explore the best of New York City — Downtown, Uptown, Brooklyn and New York at Night — on narrated, hop-on hop-off, double-decker bus tours. Over three days, see everything the Big Apple has to offer. Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Harlem and the Apollo Theater. See Rockefeller Center, Times Square and Central Park. Then cross the Brooklyn Bridge to discover Battery Park and more. Get to know the sights and sounds of New York City in customized fashion, with live onboard commentary from a professional tour conductor. One meal is included.
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City Tour NYC em Português 4 Horas até 6 pessoas
Além de passarmos pelos principais pontos da cidade, falamos sobre a historia da cidade, trazendo fatos relevantes e interessantes no decorrer de nosso tour. Faremos cerca de 5 a 6 paradas para fotografias.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Pontos: Columbus circle, Upper west side, Upper east side, Dakota building , Famosas Towhouses, Museum Historia Natural, Bairro do Harlem, Catedral San Jonh the Divine, 5th Ave, San Patrick Catedral, Metropolitan Museum, Guggenheim Museum, Milha dos museus, Rockfeller Center, Empire State, Flat Iron Building, Washington square, Village, SoHo, Chinatown, Distrito Civico, World Trade Center, Distrito Financeiro, Estatua da Liberdade, Ponte do Brooklyn, Mirante no Brooklyn, ONU. ⠀⠀⠀⠀
Além desses pontos, há também os locais pelos quais passaremos no intinerário, com muitas histórias e locais onde foram filmados diversos filmes. Ele é a melhor forma de conhecer a cidade, incluindo seus principais pontos turísticos, de forma rápida, o que garante a otimização seu tempo.
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7-Day D.C.+Niagara Falls+NYC+West Point+Woodbury Tour(NYC Departure)( EAP7 )
1.24 h free airport pick-up service
2.After client get pick up, they have option of go hotel directly or choosing our option day tour or night tour
3.Free Breakfast at the hotel
4.One free bottle of water/person/day
5.Complimentary admission for exciting Maid of the Mist boat tour and the Liberty Cruise
6.Niagara Falls hotel locates only Five-Minute-Walk from Niagara Falls
7.Enjoy the illumination night view of Niagara Falls
8.Explore D.C. and inside visit for capitol
9.Explore the big apple New York City and take you to Vessel, the new landmark of NYC
10.Unique walking tour connected by subway to explore down-town mid-town and up-town Manhattan which brings you a different sensation(subway ticket is included)
11.Visit West point the first military academy which graduate two presidents of USA and Woodbury shopping for the clothing and accessories with bargain price
12.Hotel can be upgraded to mid-town Manhattan
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Crossroads of the World Running Tour
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Sights by Sam - 42nd Street & Midtown NYC Tour
Taking in Times Square, Grand Central, and everywhere in between, my 42nd Street and Midtown tour covers a west-to-east cross section of the island. The history of Midtown becoming the city’s entertainment district and how it eclipsed Lower Manhattan as the main place the city does business will be discussed. Being in the center of the city, some of New York’s most prominent sights are located in this area.
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Price varies by group size
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New York City One Day Walking Private Tour
Travel by boat and foot for a true city tour with great views and relaxed pace. With an expert local guide by your side you'll get real insight into the Big Apple, exploring hidden hangouts and local color as well as those must-see icons. You’ll see top attractions like the 9/11 Memorial and neighborhoods like the Village.
This is a walking tour aimed to make you feel like a local and introduce you to New York's hidden gems! Learn about history, art, food and architecture while discovering the city's secret sites.
• 6 to 8 hour walking tour of New York’ hidden treasures with an expert guide
• Enjoy a walk on the High Line
• See the world's most famous skyline riding on a ferry on the East River
• Small-group format ensures a personalized experience
This is a custom private tour, the itinerary can be modified on the clients request.
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City Tour NYC em Português 4 Horas até 6 pessoas
In addition to passing through the main points of the city, we talk about the history of the city, bringing relevant and interesting facts in the course of our tour. We will do about 5 to 6 photo stops.
The spots we will meet are: Columbus Circle, Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Dakota Building, Famous Towhouses, Harlem Quarter, St. John the Divine Cathedral, Natural History Museum, Metropolitan Museum, Museum Mile, 5th Ave, St. Patrick Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, Empire State Building, Flat Iron Building, Washington Square, Village, High Line, SoHo, Chinatown, Civic District, World Trade Center, Financial District, Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Lookout, UN.
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