Things to do in New York

What to expect in New York

This catalogue is led by Museums, Observation decks, Events & shows, Attraction passes and Tours, which means you can pick anything from budget museum visits to premium live shows and multi-attraction passes. Museums and Observation decks often suit solo sightseers and first-time visitors, while Events & shows and Attraction passes cover bigger-ticket nights out and flexibility for groups. Demand peaks in October and is quietest in February, so expect the most competition for the same experiences in October and easier availability in February.

How to choose what to book

A key choice is whether you want the most flexibility or a single-ticket experience, and that determines the category to focus on: the widest range is in Attraction passes, with typical price around AUD 170 and an upper end near AUD 252, so you’ll find both entry-level and premium options there. Museums are the most affordable entry point, with a typical price of AUD 34, and suit gap-filling visits or budget-focused days.

If you prefer predictable pricing with little benefit from searching, Observation decks have a narrow spread and a typical price of AUD 72, so shopping around gains less. Tours sit in the mid-range with a typical price of AUD 87, where what’s included can vary a lot between operators; Events & shows are the premium option with a typical price of AUD 196.

When travellers from Australia book

Most travellers book around 31 days ahead, while the earliest planners book about 78 days out, and last-minute bookers commonly secure things within 2 days. Plan on booking roughly one month ahead as your general rule, and make that cushion during October when demand is highest.

How prices compare

The table below shows how the city's top categories compare on price, so you can place a budget before choosing.

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.