Add dates

New York City Music activities

Our most recommended New York City Music activities

NYC: Aladdin on Broadway Tickets

1. NYC: Aladdin on Broadway Tickets

Enjoy a visit to the historic New Amsterdam Theatre in New York’s Midtown Manhattan district and watch Disney’s Aladdin The Musical come to life in a new theatrical extravaganza. Hear all the cherished songs from the Academy Award-winning score, as well as new songs written especially for Broadway. The brand new stage production is directed and choreographed by Tony Award winner Casey Nicholaw, and composed by Tony Award winner Alan Menken.  Take part in an unforgettable experience, featuring lyrics penned by the legendary Howard Ashman and Tony Award winner Tim Rice, with book and additional lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Aladdin also showcases an incomparable design team with exquisite sets, costumes and lighting. Discover a whole new world in a whole new way.

NYC: The Lion King Broadway Tickets

2. NYC: The Lion King Broadway Tickets

Marvel in the spectacular presentation of Disney’s The Lion King featuring Oscar-winning songs from Elton John and Tim Rice. Take in the wonderful African landscape as you follow the journey of Simba and his family. Watch giraffes strut, birds swoop, and gazelles leap in a theater filled with sights and sounds designed by Tony Award-winning director Julie Taynor. Experience the entire savanna come to life as the music soars and Pride Rock slowly rises out of the stage. Follow the story of a young lion cub who struggles to accept the responsibilities of his role as king of the pride. The Lion King is the winner of six Tony Awards, and is the stage adaptation of the classic 1994 Disney film. Enjoy the rich mythology, powerful drama, and African rhythms of this cherished story on New York City's famous Broadway.

4-hour Harlem Gospel Tour in New York City

3. 4-hour Harlem Gospel Tour in New York City

Experience an alternative tour of New York in this 4-hour tour of Harlem and the Upper West Side. Meet at the Sheraton New York Hotel at 08:30 AM. From here, be transported by your local guide to the church where the service is held. On the way, pass major landmarks, such as Saint John the Divine Cathedral, Columbia University, Sugar Hill, Morning side Heights, and Hamilton Terrace. Enjoy inspirational and uplifting gospel music. Characterized by its repletion, group participation, strong harmonies, and vibrant energy, the sound of a gospel choir can't fail to put you in a delightful mood. This is a unique chance to glimpse a community service and take part in an extraordinary form of celebration. After mass you will be driven back to Sheraton, where your tour will end. Continue your New York sightseeing filled with joy!

New York City: RiseNY Experience Ticket

4. New York City: RiseNY Experience Ticket

Prepare to experience New York City through its' history in a riveting and immersive way. Start with a captivating film by award-winning documentarian Ric Burns that takes you back in time. Learn about how multiple cultures and industries helped shape the city that never sleeps. Then, explore museum-style galleries that transport you through the city’s expansive pop-culture evolution. The galleries showcase items from TV, Broadway, music, and fashion. Finally, take to the virtual skies and fly over the iconic skyline on a multi-sensory soaring ride. Be suspended 30 feet in the air and get ready to fall in love with New York all over again. Feel the rush of wind in your hair as you fly over the world’s most stunning architecture, dangle your feet over the changing leaves of autumn in Central Park, inhale the fresh pine scents of NYC's iconic Holiday season, and feel exhilarated as you become part of the Times Square Ball Drop on New Year’s Eve.

Meal at Hard Rock Cafe New York Times Square

5. Meal at Hard Rock Cafe New York Times Square

Take your seats for lunch or dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York's Times Square and enjoy classic American fare at an iconic location. Choose from a selection of menus and enjoy fresh, high-quality produce served with flair by an energetic team. Savor from fan-favorite Legendary Burgers™ or smokehouse offerings prepared in-house every day, plus more. Avail of limited-time offerings such as burger pairings and innovative cocktails, subject to availability. Dine surrounded by music memorabilia from artists with New York roots, including John Lennon and Bruce Springsteen. Benefit from multiple seating areas and a Rock Shop where you can purchase city-specific merchandise at leisure. Acoustic Rock Menu: Entrée Choose from any burger, entrée salad or sandwich. Dessert Chef’s Choice. Beverage Unlimited coffee, tea or soft drinks. Electric Rock Menu: Starter Choose a side house salad or Caesar salad. Entrée Choose 1 from any burger, sandwich, entrée salad, smokehouse selection, fajitas, twisted mac chicken and cheese or grilled salmon, paired with side items as per the menu. Dessert Choose from a brownie or a cheesecake, served with coffee or tea. Beverage Unlimited soft drinks.

NYC: MJ Broadway Tickets

6. NYC: MJ Broadway Tickets

MJ is the electrifying new Broadway musical that takes audiences inside the creative process of one of the greatest entertainers in history. Secure your entry ticket to celebrate some of Michael Jackson's greatest and most iconic hits. Featuring over 25 of Michael Jackson’s biggest hits, MJ allows viewers to rediscover the man in the mirror, with an explosion of music, choreography, and theatricality as unforgettable as the artist himself. (Book by Lynn Nottage. Directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon.)

NYC: Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

7. NYC: Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

Embark on a sightseeing cruise from Manhattan’s Chelsea Piers. Enjoy stunning views of the NYC skyline with a 180-degree sightseeing experience from a boat that is all-glass and includes curved ceilings and walls. Hop aboard the boat at Chelsea Piers and begin your sightseeing adventure. Sail along the Hudson and East rivers, admiring the Manhattan skyline. Spot Freedom Tower and the Empire State Building. Get up-close views of the iconic Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges. Capture pictures of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Gaze out from one of the open-air decks for unobstructed views. Relax in the elegant atmosphere and take advantage of the attentive service as you dine on a brunch, lunch, or dinner prepared by the chef. Listen to a variety of tunes throughout the cruise played by a skilled pianist. Hear fascinating facts about New York’s famous attractions. Dance to piano melodies that include jazz, blues, and Broadway hits. On the dinner cruise, enjoy the added entertainment featuring an acoustic trio of a baby grand piano, upright bass, and jazz guitar. For brunch, enjoy bottomless mimosas while taking in the spectacular views. Sample Brunch Menu Starter (Choice of One)• Beet & Baby Arugula Salad with Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette• Greek Yogurt & Granola Parfait with Chobani Non-Fat Greek Yogurt, Honey Granola, Fresh Blueberries, and Strawberries Main (Choice of One)• Scrambled Eggs with Nueske's Applewood Triple, Thick Cut Bacon, New Red Potatoes & Cauliflower Hash, Arugula Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette, and Red Onions• Brioche French Toast stuffed with Nutella Cream, Fresh Strawberries, and Maple Syrup• Oven-Roasted Chicken Breast with Rosemary and Thyme with Roasted New Red Potato Salad with Scallions, Haricot Verts, and Creamy Mushroom Sauce Dessert (Choice of One)• Signature Chocolate Cake with Creme Anglaise, Raspberry Coulis, Candied Pecans• Mixed Fruit with Strawberries with Madagascar Vanilla and Orange Cream• New York Style Cheesecake with Lemon Mascarpone Cream, Blueberry Compote Sample Plated Lunch Menu Starter (Choice of One)• Beet & Baby Arugula Salad with Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette Main (Choice of One)• Root Vegetable Fricassee with Butternut Squash, Cauliflower, Zucchini, Grape Tomatoes, Gremolata, Cauliflower Coconut Cream Sauce• Oven-Roasted Chicken Breast with Rosemary and Thyme with Roasted New Red Potato Salad with Scallions, Haricot Verts, and Creamy Mushroom Sauce Dessert• New York Style Cheesecake with Lemon Mascarpone Cream, Blueberry Compote Sample Plated Dinner Menu Starter (Choice of One)• Beet & Baby Arugula Salad with Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes, Balsamic Vinaigrette• Signature Seafood Chowder with Clams, Idaho Potatoes, Cream Main (Choice of One)• Root Vegetable Fricassee with Butternut Squash, Cauliflower, Zucchini, Grape Tomatoes, Gremolata, Cauliflower Coconut Cream Sauce• Pan Roasted Cod with Rock Shrimp, Crispy Couscous, Lemon Beurre Blanc• Oven-Roasted Chicken Breast with Rosemary and Thyme with Roasted New Red Potato Salad with Scallions, Haricot Verts, and Creamy Mushroom Sauce• Braised Beef Short Ribs with Fresno Pepper Demi-Glace with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Baby Carrots, Broccoli Dessert (Choice of One)• Signature Chocolate Cake with Creme Anglaise, Raspberry Coulis, Candied Pecans• Mixed Fruit with Strawberries with Madagascar Vanilla and Orange Cream• New York Style Cheesecake with Lemon Mascarpone Cream, Blueberry Compote• Humboldt Fog & Belletoile Tripple Cream Brie with Sesame Flat Bread, Strawberries, Fig Preserves

NYC: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Broadway Tickets

8. NYC: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Broadway Tickets

Based on an original new story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a new play by Jack Thorne. It is the eighth story in the Harry Potter series and the first official Harry Potter story to be presented on stage. It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn’t much easier now that he is an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband and father of three school-age children. While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it belongs, his youngest son Albus must struggle with the weight of a family legacy he never wanted. As past and present fuse ominously, both father and son learn the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, darkness comes from unexpected places.

NYC: Chicago Broadway Tickets

9. NYC: Chicago Broadway Tickets

Experience a true New York City institution with a ticket to "Chicago" on Broadway. "Chicago" has everything that makes New York’s theater district so great: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, one amazing song after another, and the most astonishing dancing you have ever seen. Be swept away by the winner of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy, and thousands of standing ovations. "Chicago” is an electrifying tale of greed, murder, and showbiz that has been seen by over 20 million people worldwide. Whether you're looking to experience your first Broadway musical, have seen the Academy Award-winning film and want to experience the show live on stage, or have seen it before and want to recapture the magic, "Chicago" always delivers.  Tap along to hit songs, such as "All That Jazz" and "Razzle Dazzle." Gaze in wonder at the sizzling choreography in the style of Bob Fosse. According to The New York Times, "Chicago" is simply "the best musical in town."

West Harlem: Sunday Walking Tour and Gospel Church Service

10. West Harlem: Sunday Walking Tour and Gospel Church Service

Discover West Harlem on a guided walking tour with a gospel church service. Explore the neighborhood and learn about its history from your local guide. Meet your guide, head to a local church to attend the gospel service, and enjoy lively and inspirational music. After the service, embark on an easy walking tour of the neighborhood and learn about the culture and history from your guide.

67 activities found
Sort by:
Page 1 of 5

Frequently asked questions about New York City

What top attractions are a must-see in New York City?

What are the best day trips and excursions from New York City?

The best day trips and excursions from New York City are:

Washington, DC

Other Sightseeing Options in New York City

Want to discover all there is to do in New York City? Click here for a full list.

What people are saying about New York City

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 827 reviews

Bobby Pinn was very knowledgeable and had first-hand accounts of the scene. A lot of ground was covered, both musically (late 60s to the 90s) and physically - wear comfy walking shoes. We will definitely check out the other tours.

The history Of Radio City Music Hall was interesting from 1930’s to Present Day. The decor and all the stories and knowledge the tour guide was great. Plus meeting A Rockette was great

Amazing !!! Well worth the visit , great staff . So helpful and amazing items

Very informative and our tour guide was very pleasant and made it fun!

Fenomenal place, highly recommend it, out of all we saw in NYC!