NYC Edge Observation Deck & Little Island Pier 55

Soar above the city and discover New York’s new landmarks from Edge to Little Island

Tour Overview

No trip to New York city is complete without a visit to the spectacular New York Edge, a one-of-a-kind thrilling experience combined with New York lasted viewing platform located 100 floors up, suspended in mid-air, giving you the feeling of floating in the sky with 360-degree views you can’t get anywhere else.

Soar like a bird and take in the most incredible views of the Big Apple but be prepared to scream with delight as you walk on the thrilling clear glass floor while you soar to new heights over the breathtaking New York skyline. Look 100 stories down from the thrilling glass floor, lean out over the city on angled glass walls while you truly elevate New York adventure. This experience will truly be one of your best New York experiences full of fun and entertainment. This fully guided tour will give you a once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy two of New York’s top attractions with all tickets included, providing a hassle care-free tour experience not to be missed.

This one-of-a-kind tour continues with a fascinating sea-level visit to the latest New York City attraction -Little Island – Pier 55, a landscaped oasis offering incredible views of the Hudson River and its many landmarks as well as views of New Jersey. Along the way see the spectacular Hudson Yard Cultural Quarter as well as walking a segment of the wonderful High Line trail. Once at the Little Island at Pier 55, marvel at the must-see landscaped foliage and exhibits while your expert local guide offers insights into this funky truly futuristic offshore island that is sure to impress and illustrate how New York City truly is spectacular. This fully guided semi-private tour will give you a once in a lifetime opportunity to combine two of New York’s top attractions with all tickets included, providing a hassle care-free intimate tour experience not to be missed with a departure time that avoids huge lines and crowds.

What's Included

  • Tour is led by an expert English-speaking local Guide
  • Includes timed easy access tickets to The Edge
  • Includes a visit to Little Island located offshore at Pier 55

Highlights

  • See Hudson Yard the latest futuristic Culture Quarter of New York City
  • Take photos of the spectacular and truly awe-inspiring Vessel
  • Experience a 100 floor up – outside glass balcony experience suspended in mid-air, giving you the feeling of floating in the sky above the thrilling New York cityscape
  • Scream with delight as you walk on the thrilling clear glass floor while you experience what it like to truly soar like a bird 100 stories up

Languages

  • English

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in LetzGo's EDGE Observation Deck and Little Island at Pier 55 tour?

LetzGo’s 3-hour tour includes timed easy-access tickets to The Edge, the outdoor glass balcony experience 100 floors above Midtown Manhattan, with a glass floor that lets you look straight down to the streets below. The guide frames Hudson Yards as New York’s newest cultural quarter before leading the group through the area to Little Island at Pier 55, the landscaped offshore park floating above the Hudson River. The route also includes a photo stop around the Vessel, Hudson Yards’ honeycomb sculpture, and views across the Hudson River toward New Jersey.

What is the glass floor experience at The Edge, and is it included in the LetzGo tour?

Yes, The Edge glass balcony experience is fully included in LetzGo’s tour via timed easy-access tickets. The outdoor glass floor extends from the building’s edge 100 floors up, giving you a transparent platform directly above the Manhattan street grid. It is one of New York’s most striking modern viewpoints, combining 360-degree skyline views with the visceral experience of standing on glass with nothing but air below. Your guide ensures you have ample time to absorb the views before heading down to street level for the Hudson Yards and Little Island sections.

What is the Vessel at Hudson Yards, and is it included in LetzGo's tour?

The Vessel is a 16-storey interactive sculpture at the centre of Hudson Yards, built from 154 interconnected flights of stairs and 2,500 individual steps. LetzGo’s tour includes a photo stop at the Vessel, its honeycomb structure is one of the most distinctive architectural landmarks in modern New York and provides an excellent foreground for skyline photography. The full tour brings together The Edge, the Vessel, Hudson Yards, the High Line area, and Little Island at Pier 55, making it a comprehensive exploration of the west side of Manhattan.

What is the cancellation and rescheduling policy?

We offer free cancellation and free rescheduling on all bookings made more than 24 hours before your scheduled tour departure time. If your plans change, simply contact us as early as possible and we will rebook you onto another available date at no additional charge.

Cancellations or changes requested less than 24 hours before departure are not possible, and the booking will be treated as non-refundable. This policy exists because our tours operate with a limited number of guests, and last-minute cancellations prevent us from offering the spot to other travellers.

We strongly recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred date, particularly during peak travel seasons (June to September) when availability fills quickly. If you are booking for a group, please contact us directly before completing your booking so we can advise on availability and any group-specific arrangements.

Is this tour accessible for guests with reduced mobility or physical limitations?

We want to be transparent about this so that every guest can make an informed decision before booking. This tour is not currently recommended for guests using wheelchairs, motorised scooters or other mobility assistance devices. The tour route includes a significant amount of walking and covers surfaces that can be challenging, including cobblestones, hills, inclines, declines and stairs across both venues.

Strollers and baby carriages cannot be accommodated on this tour.

We also ask that all participants be in good general health. If you have a medical condition or are not accustomed to regular exercise, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking.

If you have specific mobility concerns and are unsure whether this tour is right for you, please contact us before booking — we will always advise honestly based on your situation, and we can explore whether alternative tour options or arrangements may be more suitable.

Email us on: info@letzgocitytours.com if you need further assistance.