Iconic Essentials NYC Premium Experience
Available Year Round - Starting from $1,129 per guest
Get ready for an amazing New York City adventure with our Iconic Essentials Experience. Picture this: you land in NYC and a private luxury car and driver await – no standing in the long taxi lines. As you head to the hotel, the excitement of your personalized adventure begins. Soon you’ll be sitting in premium seats at a Broadway show of your choice while taking in the grandeur of the theater, delving into a world-class museum that piques your interest and exploring an intriguing neighborhood in style. This isn’t just a trip, it’s a personalized dive into the heart of iconic places in NYC, crafted around what you love.
What We Love About This Experience
“This experience is all about NYC luxury. Think stylish rides, the best Broadway shows, and unique neighborhood tours. It’s a memorable way to experience the city, all tailored to what you’re into.”
Joleah Massiah
Experience Designer
“This experience is a mix of VIP treatment and private tours like walks through cool neighborhoods and premium Broadway seats. We start the popular options – but you can mix and match to your liking.”
Lidia Garibaldo
Experience Designer
“This experience is all about luxury and personalization. Luxury transportation, premium Broadway seats and so much more. We tailor everything to your interests for a customized trip to New York City.”
Mary Eggert
Experience Designer
Embark On An Unmatched Journey Of A Lifetime
Our expert team has put together a sample itinerary designed to inspire your next vacation – and we’re all about customizing it to match your interests, budget and schedule for a genuine local experience. Looking to add a tour, include additional transportation, extend your hotel stay or include a unique touch? Our Experience Designers are here to make it all happen for you!
This is a suggested itinerary – we can customize based on your preferences.
Your Ride Awaits
Your luxury experience starts when you’re met inside the airport with a smile by your friendly driver – who’ll be holding a sign with your name on it.
Day 1 - Time To Explore
Enjoy a four-hour private tour via luxury vehicle complete with a professional driver and an expert tour guide who’ll enlighten you with historical facts, entertain you with fun antidotes, share little-known secrets and point out hidden gems. Check out your choices below – or – we can customize a tour based on your interests and passions.
Day 2 - The Show Must Go On
You pick the Broadway show – and what a fabulous selection of musicals and plays it is! – and then we get you premium seats to enjoy the performance from!
Day 3 - A Museum Is A Must
Your experience also includes general admission to one of five of NYC’s most popular museums – which you can stroll through at your leisure. Choose from The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the American Museum of Natural History, The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) or the Museum of Broadway.
Until We Meet Again
When your unforgettable visit to some of the most iconic places in NYC comes to an end, you’ll be met at your hotel by your driver for your private transfer back to the airport via luxury vehicle.
The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel
This luxurious, timeless, oh-so-elegant landmark hotel opened in 1930 and has been revered as the quintessential monument to the city’s affluence as well as the remarkable embodiment of exceptional service. And the location? Pure perfection – it’s situated right on New York City’s famous Fifth Avenue – which means plenty of luxury and high-end shopping is steps away – PLUS it’s directly across the street from Central Park!
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Valet Parking
- Concierge
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
New York Marriott Marquis
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At the New York Marriott Marquis, you’re at the epicenter of Manhattan’s vibrancy, with the best of Times Square and Broadway at your doorstep. The hotel caters to all with superb service and a flair for memorable events – offering the perfect blend of style, comfort and convenience in the heart of Midtown. Indulge in the refined comfort and charm of the Marriott Marquis, where each stay is a cherished New York moment.
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Valet Parking
- Concierge
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
Lotte New York Palace
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In the heart of the action, Lotte New York Palace stands proudly on Madison Avenue at 50th Street, with commanding views of St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Rockefeller Center. A stone’s throw from world-class shopping, Broadway theaters, museums, and fine dining, this hotel is a cornerstone of culture. The Villard Mansion, part of the hotel’s storied architecture, holds a place on the National Register of Historic Places and is recognized as a treasured landmark of New York City.
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Concierge
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
Inclusions
- Roundtrip Airport Transfers (from LGA, EWR or JFK) to Manhattan via luxury vehicle including driver gratuity and inside meet & greet upon arrival**
- Premium Broadway Tickets
- Choice of a four-hour Private Vehicle Tour – includes luxury vehicle and private licensed tour guide. Choose from:
- A Bronx Tale
- Manhattan Highlights
- Harlem Yesterday & Today Highlights
- A Tale of Two Cities: Harlem & the Bronx
- East Side & Upper West Side
- Brooklyn Highlights
- Architecture of NYC
- Queens Highlights
- Choice of General Admission to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), American Museum of Natural History, Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Museum of Broadway
*Gratuity for the tour guide is not included.
*Hotel accommodations available for an additional charge.
*Four-Hour Vehicle Tour does not include indoor admissions but can be added for additional cost.
**Airport Meet and Greet available with sedans and SUVs. Not available for LGA Airport arrivals.
More Information
- This experience is offered year-round, seven (7) days a week.
- You can customize the starting location of the tours to fit your schedule.
- All stops, timing and inclusions of the tours are dependent on traffic and weather conditions.
- Want to see something specific? We love to personalize our tours to suit your specific interests and passions!
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Quotes From Our Travelers
“Beyond Times Square turned our NYC shopping trip into something unforgettable. They set up a personal stylist session that was geared to our tastes. We honestly felt like VIP’s – it was personalized luxury at its best.”
2023 - A.M.
“I thought I knew New York City, but Beyond Times Square’s fabulous tour guides introduced me to hidden gems and local hangouts that made ME feel like a local! I can’t wait to bring my girlfriends back to impress them with this newfound knowledge!”
2023 - C.C.
“We were in New York for our anniversary and Beyond Times Square made it our best one yet! The magical horse and carriage ride through Central Park ending with a gourmet picnic – which was a surprise for my wife – made it extra special! We already agreed we are using them for our next anniversary.”
2023 - F.S.
“The family-focused itinerary from Beyond Times Square was a game-changer. The kid-friendly activities they planned for us were spot on. My children especially loved the scavenger hunt at the American Museum of Natural History – which we loved because it was fun and educational!”
2023 - M.S.
“I’ve always been a Wall Street enthusiast, but the private tour of the Financial District that Beyond Times Square set up for me was eye-opening. There was so much happening there that I had no idea about – from the past to present day. I didn’t go in expecting to learn anything new – but boy did I!”
2023 - Z.K.
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