You are planning a trip to New York and want to visit some of the most popular sights? You don't want to buy each ticket individually, but get everything from one source if possible and save money at the same time?
Then the New York C3® Pass is just right for you!
On this page you will learn everything about this slightly different New York Pass:
How the New York C3® Pass works
The New York C3® Pass is the little brother of the better known New York CityPASS®. With this product you can visit three popular New York attractions. There are ten top attractions to choose from.
You can take up to nine days to take advantage of the three offers. The New York C3® Pass is a digital product that you can load on your phone. It is available and ready to use immediately after purchase.
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Digital product
Buy New York C3® Pass online and then download it to your phone. It's ready to use right away. You can make appointments for most attractions.
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Valid 9 days
Once you use the New York C3® Pass for the first time, it is valid for nine days. During this time you can visit up to three attractions.
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3 out of 10 attractions
With the C3® Pass you can visit three top attractions and choose from 10 offers. Show your digital C3® Pass at the cash desk.
10 attractions with the C3® Pass
Long validity: New York C3® Pass is valid for 9 days from activation. These are consecutive calendar days. Up to three attractions can be visited during this period. Activation takes place on the first visit.
Digital ticket for the phone: The New York C3® Pass is a digital-only product that you can conveniently store on your phone. Alternatively, you can also print out a QR code.
Price for the New York C3® Pass
These are the regular prices on the CityPASS.com website. On the official website there is an additional small booking fee.
New York C3® Pass: Attractions
The New York C3® includes 10 attractions - including three large viewing platforms, five popular museums and two boat trips. All attractions are listed in the table below.
Three of these attractions can be visited without additional tickets.
Attraction | New York C3® Pass | Price without New York C3® Pass |
Empire State Building | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $58.79 |
American Museum of Natural History + a special exhibition or a film | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $36.00 |
Top of the Rock Observation Deck | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $50.08 |
Ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $25.50 |
9/11 Memorial & Museum | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $36.00 |
Circle Line Cruise | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $36.00 |
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $39.00 |
Guggenheim Museum | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $30.00 |
Museum of Modern Art | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $30.00 |
Edge at Hudson Yards | 3 out of 10 free of charge | $51.17 |
Many attractions in New York are quite expensive. If you visit the expensive attractions, the New York C3® Pass pays for itself quickly. However, for inexpensive offerings like the Guggenheim Museum or Museum of Modern Art, the pass is not worth it.
A special feature compared to other New York passes is that you can also visit a special exhibition at American Museum of Natural History.
In addition, you will receive discounts at some attractions: All offers and discounts can be found here.
These attractions are missing
The selection of attractions is very good, however there are some attractions that are not included in C3® Pass:
- One World Observatory
- Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)
- SUMMIT One Vanderbuilt
- Hop-on/hop-off bus
- Guided city tours
If you absolutely want to visit any of these attractions, you will have to buy individual tickets for them. However, many of these attractions are included in other New York passes.
In some cities, it is common that you can also use public transportation for free with a Sightseeing Pass. Unfortunately, this is not possible with the New York C3® Pass and is not included in any other product.
Reservations required
Please note that reservations are required for most attractions.
As soon as you have purchased the New York C3®, you should make the reservations. There is a convenient online portal for this at every supplier. The reservation alone does not activate the New York C3® Pass. The pass is only activated when you visit the first attraction.
We recommend that you always make a reservation, even if you are not required to do so. This is the only way to guarantee your visit. You also shorten the waiting time at the sights.
An overview of all services requiring reservations can be found here: Reservations with the New York C3® Pass.
What we like about the New York C3® Pass
The New York C3 Pass® is a good product for sightseeing in New York. There are some arguments in favor of the C3®:
Very good selection of attractions
With the New York C3® Pass you can visit several top attractions. The selection is very high quality.
Long validity
New York C3® Pass is valid for nine days from activation. That should be enough time for most visitors.
Digital product
Quickly and conveniently download New York C3® to your phone. No need to pick up the C3® Pass anywhere, you can use it immediately after purchase.
Good value for money
With the New York C3® you get a lot for your money - if you choose the most expensive attractions. For some inexpensive museums, however, the C3® Pass is not worth it.
Preferential admission through reservations
You can reserve a time slot for most participating attractions. The reservation is conveniently made online. With a time slot ticket, you enjoy priority admission in each case. This reduces waiting times at the attractions.
What we like less
While the New York C3® is a good product, there are drawbacks:
No public transport
The New York C3® Pass does not entitle the holder to use public transportation.
Some attractions missing
Since C3® Pass includes only 11 attractions, it is missing some important sights and tourist attractions.
Other New York passes have much more to offer: for example. The New York Pass, New York Explorer Pass and Sightseeing Pass.
You are allowed to visit only three attractions
You are only allowed to visit 3 of 11 attractions. Other New York passes allow significantly more visits.
Not every attraction is worthwhile with the C3®.
The C3® Pass is only worth it if you choose the most expensive attractions. This is especially true for the viewing platforms and the boat rides with City Cruises.
For inexpensive museums and attractions, C3® Pass is not worth it. Each individual attraction should cost more than $32 to make the pass worth your while.
Reservations required
You have to make your own efforts to reserve the time slots. However, this has the advantage that you can avoid waiting times.
There is a reservation fee (CityPASS.com)
When purchased on CityPASS.com, there is a booking fee of $2 per pass.
Is the New York C3® Pass worth it?
Our opinion: The New York C3® Pass can be worthwhile for some visitors. The pass is suitable if you are interested in three expensive attractions. You can take up to nine days for this.
Waiting times are largely avoided, as a time slot can be reserved for all attractions. In addition, it is very convenient to be able to simply download the pass to your own cell phone.
One disadvantage is that there are only ten attractions to choose from. Other New York Passes offer significantly more. In addition, the C3® Pass is only worthwhile for attractions that cost more than $36.
New York C3® Pass
Conclusion
In our opinion, the New York C3® Pass is a good choice if you opt for the most expensive attractions. For the cheaper museums, the pass is not worth it.
Questions & Answers
How does the New York C3® Pass work?
The New York C3® Pass is available online and can be used immediately after purchase. Download the digital New York C3® Pass to your phone and show the QR code at the participating attractions. You can visit 3 of the 10 attractions within nine days.
Is the New York C3® Pass worth it?
For some visitors, New York C3® Pass can be worth it. However, only if you choose the most expensive attractions.
Does the New York C3® Pass grant fast entry?
Yes! You can reserve a time slot for most attractions to avoid waiting.
Can I use public transportation with the New York C3® Pass?
Unfortunately, no. No New York Pass grants free travel on public transport.
How do I reach CityPASS® customer service?
You can reach the customer service of CityPASS® via a contact form or by phone at +1 (208) 787-4300.
Can I cancel the purchase free of charge?
Yes, when you buy New York C3® through CityPASS.com, you get a money-back guarantee for up to 365 days from the day of purchase. If you buy C3® Pass from a ticket broker like Musement, you can usually cancel your purchase for free until just before departure.
