City Pass, Inc., a leading provider of bundled attraction tickets across North America, has announced significant upgrades to the New York CityPASS program. The changes, effective immediately, give travelers more flexibility, new attractions, and a lower price point, continuing a nearly 30-year tradition of offering convenience and savings to sightseers.
The New York CityPASS ticket now features a fully flexible format, allowing visitors to select any five attractions from a curated list of ten premier New York experiences. Two new attractions have been added: Edge Observation Deck & Immersive Experience and the Whitney Museum of American Art. The complete lineup includes the Empire State Building Observation Deck, American Museum of Natural History, Top of the Rock Observation Deck, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Statue of Liberty Grounds and Ellis Island Official Ferry, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, Intrepid Museum, and Guggenheim Museum.
Alongside the expanded options, City Pass has reduced the ticket price. Adult pricing drops from $164 to $149, while child pricing decreases from $136 to $129. Advertised savings have increased to as much as 51% off combined admission prices. The ticket remains valid for nine consecutive days from first use, and digital tickets are delivered via email and linked to the My CityPASS app, which allows users to make reservations, access attraction details, and receive notifications.
“These updates give travelers more control over how they experience New York,” said Megan Allen, president and CEO of City Pass, Inc. “By moving to a fully flexible format, adding new attractions and lowering the ticket price, New York CityPASS tickets offer even greater value and make it easier than ever for visitors to build the New York experience that's right for them, whether they're drawn to breathtaking views, world-class art, iconic landmarks or cultural institutions.”
The addition of Edge Observation Deck & Immersive Experience brings a high-profile attraction to the program. Located at Hudson Yards, Edge is the highest indoor and outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, suspended more than 1,100 feet above Manhattan. It features a glass floor, angled glass walls, and 360-degree views. A recent indoor transformation has turned it into a multi-sensory experience with permanent installations such as NYC’s largest kaleidoscope, the Pulse infinity room with 450 glowing orbs, 260 spinning mirrors in the Reflections light show, and a canopy of giant colorful crystals in the Crystal Cave. Edge also offers hospitality and food offerings by Tao Group Hospitality.
The Whitney Museum of American Art, located in Manhattan's Meatpacking District, adds a cultural cornerstone to the ticket. The museum is known for its collection of 20th- and 21st-century American art, including works by Edward Hopper, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Andy Warhol. Highlights include Hopper's Early Sunday Morning, O'Keeffe's Summer Days, and Warhol's Green Coca-Cola Bottles. The Whitney also presents cutting-edge exhibitions and offers outdoor terraces overlooking the Hudson River and the High Line.
For travelers, the changes mean greater value and customization. With a lower price and more choices, visitors can tailor their itinerary to their interests, whether they prefer observation decks, museums, or historical sites. The flexible format also reduces the pressure to visit a fixed set of attractions, making trip planning easier. For the tourism industry, the move could set a new standard for bundled tickets, emphasizing flexibility and savings as key differentiators. CityPASS tickets are available in 17 North American destinations and have served more than 30 million travelers since 1997, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 88,000 reviews. For more information, visit citypass.com.
