Is CityPASS a SCAM or worth it?! The BEST NYC DISCOUNT PASS REVIEW

[@SarahFunky]

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[@SarahFunky]

@ConservativeAtheist Thank you! Much appreciated :)

[@hb-kw4mr]

'I know that many of you are maybe on a budget' lol, that's funny af...😂😂😂 Compliment for your video's tho, really fun to watch. 👏😏

[@pedrorobertogitiranadearau1204]

Hi Sarah, I am a travel agent in Brazil. I follow your channel since august, congratulations for your work on the channel, it is great! I learn a lot with it.

[@jamespatersonpaterson1789]

good video

[@clayrauch9718]

Hi, go to New York every year for Christmas. Any tips on watching the Tree lighting (never there for lighting) on the 4th this year? Time to get there before the crowds and where to stand? Thanks! Also is Per Se worth it? Been to Madison Avenue Park and Le Bernardin so done those.

[@brendalee4672]

You might be missing one important detail when you are recommending The Rock over the ESB. Speaking from a tourist point of view, I might only get to NYC once in my life and I certainly didn't watch movies growing up with The Rock.Heck, I barely have heard of the top of the rock. Visiting New York for me is about seeing all of the things that I have watched in my childhood. Old movies from the 40's, Sex in the city in the 90's. The romance of ESB with the history, the Art Deco design etc holds a lot of value in the eyes of someone 40 plus. The better view is irrelevant to some. I will probably see both because I am going to NYC in April and I would appreciate the good view too.I know visiting places that we watched on Sex in the City may seem silly to a young, hip New Yorker like you but us middle aged women wouldn't miss a chance to see things you probably consider a waste of time.

[@nunosantos8651]

The purpose of the pass are those attractions listed. Not doing something (like the ESB) is not a fair comparison. I might agree with the tip, but going to the Empire will be an objective of the typical tourist. Plus the skip the line and flexibility with schedules are very nice advantages. Museums are free if you can go on those days and hours (and normally very overcrowded). Normally love the videos, but on this one I don't think you are doing a real comparison. The comparison should include the Empire price and the disclaimer that if you cannot go to the museums on those free periods, it will be an advantage.

[@jazzyjay81]

Going to have to agree with you Nuno. So let's fix her comparison: ESB is $38 for the 86th floor. Note: CityPass does NOT include access to the 102nd floor, but does include an audio tour and getting to come back once PM the same night (not sure this is a perk) so it says its a $64 value. This ticket for 86th an 102nd is $58. So if you don't care about the audio tour... and coming back twice not really a good value here. Buy the $38 or $58 ticket. American Museum of Natural History is indeed pay what you wish. But only at the ticket counter which means you might have to stand in line. So $0 is accurate, but feels really cheap. Next is the MET. The City pass includes the audio tour again which raises the price for $25 to $32.. So if you care nothing about the audio its $7 less to buy it yourself. Top of the Rock.. $42 Ferry Ride $18 OR you can ride the Staten Island ferry and pass by for free, but let's keep this a fair comparison. 9/11 Museum is $28 or Air/Space $33.. only one day a week for free is not really a fair comparison. How many people are visiting NYC on a Tuesday? So.. let's add it up.. $38+$0+$42+$18+$28 = $126 which is still less than the the Citypass...

[@amydelacruz4936]

Seriously, you are awesome. I have an upcoming trip to New York and I’m so glad I found your channel. I’ve already used your advice on finding which airport to fly into! EWR it is 😁😁

[@carolineburke8002]

Sarah I love your videos but couldn’t disagree more with this particular one. I’m Australian and have spent approx 30 days in the city over three different visits. NYC is absolutely my favourite city in the world. I have several issues with your video however. You talk about free days at several of the museums … yes there are but when we attended Moma on a free Friday it was beyond crowded and not pleasant at all. I would rather pay a premium for a little space and anxiety free visit. Additionally many people visit the city for a short time and can’t plan to be there on a ‘free’ day. I much preferred the Empire State building to the Top of the Rock (2019) … it was less crowded and recently renovated. I couldn’t get near the front of the viewing deck at Top of the Rock. The Natural Museum of History maybe a ‘pay what you can’ venue but shouldn’t we be supporting these institutions. The Guggenheim is a Frank Lloyd Wright Masterpiece - forget the art even and it is still very much worth the visit. And the Circle Cruise… we thoroughly enjoyed it, having done it twice - and enjoyed every moment. I’m fussy and anxiety ridden and not once felt it wasn’t worth the effort. Additionally what you failed to mention is that you don’t need to wait in a long line for any of these attractions but rather bypass the queue. When you are a tourist with limited time, this is important.

[@BillLevenson]

Something about all the museums in the CityPass: if you are a tourist and have just a few days to explore the city, you can really go to just one or perhaps two museums or activities in one day. You can also spend a long time or all day at the Met. And also just getting around the city takes time if you were to go to two museums in one day. So it is better to pay for things as you go rather than getting the CityPass.

[@amitbt69]

Great video. You are so professional. You should have a traveling series in a big network channel. Thanks.

[@SarahFunky]

That is the dream!

[@user-ef5id9km3p]

Need to mention that Museums are ONLY FREE for NYC residents, all non residents and international tourists have to pay. Unless you can book in for one of the "free days" which some Museums do eg. Guggenheim does free entry on Saturdays from 5-8pm. But see each Museums website for more info on what days are free (as far as I know, the MET doesn't do free days).

[@laceyboykin5977]

I noticed that too. Maybe it was pre-Covid days that you could get free admission as a tourist. I see this video was made 4 years ago & im going to NY for the first time in 10 days & so far the pass would totally be worth it since FREE tickets aren’t mostly an option now for us tourists.

[@user-ef5id9km3p]

@@laceyboykin5977 I went to NYC for the first time a few months ago, and this pass is absolutely worth it. Anyway we got the flexi-pass and chose how many attractions vs the day pass, less time pressure. My advice, take your time, soak it all in, because its so big it can be overwhelming and tiring (you walk ALOT even catching the subway, you still have to walk alot to and from the subway etc). Luckily our hotel was on the 1,2,3 line, and we were only 1 stop from penn station and 2 stops from timesquare, and our station was at the end of our block, 2 mins walk away. The only down sides I found were a) its so expensive, and 2) certain people in hospitality were very very rude, not gonna say which ethnicity, but we found ALL of these women were absolutely rude to us, without exception, and I'm a person of color myself. Anyway, other than that, its such an incredible city, we only went for a week, but it wasn't long enough, so we are hoping to go back. We are from Australia.

[@brimfulofmia]

Honestly these kinds of videos always annoy me a little because obviously YOU wouldn’t like going to the Empire State Building because you’re FROM New York. But I’m from Germany and have been wanting to go to the top of the Empire State Building for YEARS and it was amazing doing it in the end. Why is that so hard to understand for people from New York? Yeah it’s touristy but I AM A TOURIST. So, for people who do want to fulfill their lifelong dream of going to the Empire State Building (like most tourists do) it’s your 84 dollars PLUS 56 for a day and night ticket to the Empire State Building (which is what you get with the citypass) making it $140. Guess what: you save money with the citypass, if you just do the math it’s pretty simple you know. Also, Museums are terribly overcrowded at the times they’re free so that’s not really comparable to being able to choose when to go independently. I also didn’t expect the whole video to just be a sponsorship... would’ve been nice to mention that. You’re obviously not objectively talking about a direct competitor of your sponsor.

[@HappyPhantom668]

I know this comment is old, but just curious, did you end up going up the Empire State Building at all? Or Top of the Rock? Cause believe me, I was the same when I started planning for my trip, but I read tons of advice from locals and they all said, go to Top of the Rock, because you can see Empire State from there, plus it’s kinda hard getting a photo of that building when you’re right next to it lol

[@BeHappy-hh1ty]

The city pass is a good deal

[@davidellis5141]

I don't like restrictions imposed by a pass. Why limit yourself on vacation ? Improv & be flexible ! Do what you want , not are told. Nice info. Thanks ! 😃

[@jdwm516]

I can watch your videos all day. So excited to visit NYC. Thank you Sarah 🗽🗽🗽

[@szekasiu0222]

Super useful and very honest suggestions!! ✨Sarah you rock !!🥳🥳

[@SarahFunky]

Thank you so much!

[@pittsburghliving412]

Funky binge-watching today! 🙌

[@blancavilla8227]

I love watching your videos, Sarah! Your videos are so helpful.

[@kougykun]

Hi Sarah ,thank u for ur videos. Im visiting NYC next week and i've ordered the sighseeing flex pass 6 atractions. In ur opinion which is ur top 6 included in flex pass?

[@octopusman8188]

Visiting NYC next May and your videos are a big help. I am learning a lot, many thanks!

[@mjfoster8343]

Awesome video as always....great outfit! HAPPY Friday...😁🌷🌼🌻

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks MJ!

[@יותםשיזף-ס1ק]

Hi first of all i loving your videos. Second dos the nature and history museum is still pay as you wis for people that com frome out of the city?

[@anitascarr7982]

Thanks Sarah! New subscriber here and heading to NYC next year. Your videos have been so helpful and I really appreciate them! Keep it up!!

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@jaredtaylor3273]

Hey Sarah what do you think of the new york pass? I'm spending 6 days in new york and have been looking at all passes and it seems to me that the new york pass is great value. What do you think?

[@newearthman]

Thanks for the video Sarah. Love your opinion, that's why I subscribe. Also love NYC.

[@SarahFunky]

Yay, thank you!

[@mikeduffy67]

Your videos are legendary. I'm in NYC October and will follow all your advice!

[@hellow4130]

Enjoyed the video as always, Sarah. Could you provide us with a tour of Staten Island. I heard they have a new and improved shopping mall and the new empire outlets seem interesting. Would love your take.

[@perfectenrager]

Your content is amazing to watch! Keep them up!

[@keysersoze9469]

I actually bought the pass you recommend, but I took their option in which the pass is valid for 6 days and you see as many of these 100+ as you can :-) Great value for money, defeinitely a must buy before you visit NYC.

[@SarahFunky]

Awesome, have a great time!

[@Kerrogann]

How about the Go Explorer Pass? What would you recommend in 2024 onward?

[@2hpangel]

Purchased 2 CityPASS tickets which had stated that we would receive 5 attraction in Atlanta that had to be used in 9 days and when we called to make reservations we were told that nothing would be available till April after we had already flown up from Ft Lauderdale Florida and were at our hotel. We found out that the ones that needed a reservations were not available through CityPASS but were available for full price at each attraction. That only 100 CityPASS holders can enter these attractions where 1000s attend. All we were offered was a refund which stated would take up to 15 days, and no compensation for our inconvenience and ruined our vacation.

[@bitcoinjc]

Thanks so much for making this. Planning to visit in 3 years from now - maybe a bit earlier :)

[@justwoman1577]

Thank you Sarah for your videos! I am planning my honeymoon in NYC and I am glad I found you! I need to be as much prepared as possible. Quick question, Flex sightseeing pass over day sight seeing pass? And why? We are planning to stay 10 days in NYC btw!

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

Thank you so much for this. I've been to NYC 3X and every time I struggle for days researching, trying to figure out all the details of each "Pass". You rock!

[@philbuxton5029]

Sightseeing pass as Sarah talks about at the end is fantastic, we choose the 3 day pass and visited lots of attractions and ate in some of the venues with the massive discounts using the card, well worth it 👍

[@NemesisHero123]

As someone who visited NYC I can confirm that Top of the Rock is the best place to go. It’s vastly superior compared to Empire State Building…

[@davidferguson2285]

You can get the City pass through Costco to make it cheaper. For me it was worth it as I wanted to do top of the Rock and empire, plus for empire you can go back after 10pm which is cool. Great videos by the way 😀

[@ani2549]

Wow thank you for this video!!! I have been debating between purchasing a city pass or just purchasing tickets myself 😌

[@Ghetto_Bishop]

It seems pay as you wish only applies to NY, NJ, and CT residents now

[@ratiug75]

Sarah, you are awesome! I love your enthusiasm! :)

[@briankowal8638]

Great video as Always!! Your videos helped me so much on my recent trip to NYC. Keep up the great work!

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

All excellent points, but I've been twice, and for my trips / time/scheduling with others, I saved money on the passes (used different ones for different trips for different reasons).

[@stew6662]

Empire State Building is iconic. It’s more than just getting a better view.

[@diegoramos27]

Hi Sarah, could you please do a New York Pass video ? thanks.

[@Brinaajay]

Can you do a video on top (not extremely expensive) places to eat? Something within budget! Something with a nice view of the city (or without!) Places with amazing coffee. I’m visiting soon and it’s my first time and my family and I are foodie! I’d love to go to the places you recommend! Thank youu!

[@sneudi870]

Hi there! love the video. had a question...it says that it is pay what you wish for only NY, NJ, CT for both natural hx and MET?

[@mallorycpeck]

So people say that you don’t have to pay for the museum of natural history but I stood in line to get a ticket once and said I was under the impression it was pay what you wish. The teller told me no that is not true and we had to pay. Well I was a poor student at the time so we left. Talk about being embarrassed and pissed that I was told I should be able to go for free(from a different tour guide).

[@richardmackenzie7231]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Another good vid and advice thanks

[@RoyDu812]

looks like this Vlog was filmed in Saratoga. Another great video!

[@SarahFunky]

You're right!

[@steveo3208]

I’ve seen a few of your posts. Always helpful

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Steven! I hope you subscribed!

[@steveo3208]

Sarah Funk I’ve definitely subscribed. Your channel is the best if it’s kind no question. Thanks for posting your content.

[@SarahFunky]

@@steveo3208 Thank you so much!

[@steveo3208]

Sarah Funk 👍❤️

[@teresaferro2164]

Hi Sarah, sorry I didn't get how to visit the America museum of natural history for free

[@rsosenna]

Thanks for all the tips! I am grateful for that!

[@coraliebulliard171]

Thank you Sarah for all the great videos ! Always super professional and very good content ! Could you please make a video on what to do during winter season in New York ? I just moved in New York and we will have a lot of family friends visiting us and that would be helpful to know what to do in winter. I have the feeling there is so much to do in summer and I am a bit afraid it can be boring in winter (for exemple after Christmas/new year). Thanks 💕💕💕💕

[@PDC28]

What would you say about the New York Pass, I used it and thought it was great, but would love to see others options on it for next time I visit?

[@applecheekedgirl]

Cute top...is that the one you bought in your Greenwich village video

[@nikita9607]

What about transportation? How to get to all these attractions is there a tour that shows you and takes you to all the attractions ? And you can go and do it and they wait or no? Thanks

[@oneten3754]

thanks for this video Sarah, its been very helpful (Y)

[@mikejansch8546]

I bought the City Pass for 121 € (131 $) and would like to see ESB, Top to the Rock, 9/11 museum at 12 p.m., Circle Line Best of NYC and AMNH+special exhibition+Rose Center for Earth and Space. Normal price is $ 190 p.p. so i save 177$ for three persons with city pass. I was on the sightseeing pass page, but I don't understand how to handle, and it seems more expensive to me. Scam is something else for me e.g. the fake monk.

[@stephenhaner7506]

what do you think about the gocity NY pass?

[@jonathonthomas1707]

Great video! Great advice!

[@albertoalbertoni9529]

Your opinions are useful and intelligent!

[@benjaminkrause7214]

Hi can you choose the time you wanna go to the place

[@lol33324]

AMoNH says on their site that "Pay what you wish" is for residents or members... And if you`re a tourist you have to pay and book in advance... So where the truth lies exactly?

[@JimPerkins299]

hey, I found this too. did you figure it out ? x

[@mmurillo0107]

Hi! Is the museum of natural history still pay as you wish? The website says the pay as you wish is only for NY residents.

[@SarahFunky]

Hi Michelle! It is only pay as you wish for NY, NJ, CT residents 😞

[@patrickbilodeau1298]

Hi Sarah. Can you compare with the New York Pass? I think you forgot one advantage for a pass VS on your own : the "skip the line" feature on the pass is really useful when you are in NYC for just a few days.

[@bama8570]

You give some good advice got a trip to NYC end of next month. Save money to visit top tourist attractions

[@cheerleaderMelanie]

Do you have a video on what to wear in New York especially around the autumn season. You would be surpised at how some people ( including me ) dont know how to dress for that place. Especially females, I always wonder how you guys wear heels at places. Since you are literally walking everywhere.

[@stellabillmire123]

where is the link for thr yacht company you are recommending

[@SimplyDeeBeauty]

When we went to NYC back in November, we didnt use the pass. I found that when adding it up and the days we were going to be there, it wasnt worth it. And that's paying the suggested price of $25 in both the Met and the AMNH.

[@stellabillmire123]

Hi Sarah. thanks for your info this video was 2years ago . Do they still work noe all your info for Summer 2022. Please advise. first time traveling to NYC with my 2 teen

[@keithnichols7926]

Years of aimless wandering on observation decks and in museums full of stuff I know little or nothing about have led me to the obvious realization that touring without knowledge gained through prior research or life experience is money wasted. And considering the admission prices for NYC attractions, that is even more important today than when I was gadding about in the mid to late 1900s. Nowadays, just riding the subway to get to some of the attractions involves a cost consideration.

[@Daveortiz693]

Great vid, thanks for the pointers!

[@martinconnor9840]

Wow re' the 9/11 Memorial & Museum being free after 5pm on a Tuesday. Brilliant piece of information. This is great to know, $84 as opposed to $134. Fantastic advice. Will 100% look at the Flex Pass as well. Thank you

[@rajeevk.pathak771]

Superb! Tips for you NOT being taken for a ride... at times, literally! :)

[@The_Traveling_Clown]

Am taking the train to New York. Is there anything I should be careful with?

[@jasonmims5057]

I've seen these citypass things in other cities. To me it seems like an attraction pass for a tourist who has never been to the city, have zero knowledge of the city because they did not plan thier visit and are clueless as a result.

[@jez8831]

you are great👍,thanks a lot

[@dawnwong1242]

I don't see the option for airport transfers where is this?

[@Jeff.Magpantay]

I'm travelling to New York for 5 days for the first time, I got the Sightseeing Day Pass (4 days) for $209 after watching this vid I feel like I made the right choice. :) Thank you and I'll watch your other vids. If you have other tips for first time like me, please let me know. Thank you!

[@GaryReyes777]

Hi so how'd the pass work out for you?

[@rockyBalboa6699]

Your deep cut dress stole my Innocence but i will let it slide!! ;-)

[@attorneyrobert]

Thank you for this video!

[@martinconnor9840]

Has the free entry to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum changed to Mondays between 3:30pm to 5pm?

[@mayracastaneda6573]

Isn’t the MET longer pay what you wish..? I am traveling in November please let me know...!

[@KarlH1980]

Did you feel like your knockers were about to fall out of that blouse? You grabbed it to close it a couple times in the short segments I watched. LOL. (I didn't watch the whole thing because I don't really do typical touristy things when visiting new places).

[@blahblah1438]

This video was so informative. Thank you so much. I've been to New York City a handful of times mostly in the tourist area where I didn't have to venture too far. But there's so much more I want to see like Greenwich Village and just things off of the main path. Your videos really help me think about different areas I could go. My issue is, my budget doesn't really allow for an overnight stay, so coming from Rhode Island with the train I can get a good eight hours in the city and trying to maximize that time. I've never been to the Metropolitan Museum of art, and think that may be a good way to go. I'm not sure if you've made any videos in the past about hotels that are affordable but worth it for an overnight stay but that would be very helpful for me. Thank you

[@pinklion26]

Diane B I suggest The Jane hotel. It’s super cute and if you go after mid January you can get a room for less than $90 as opposed to their regular charge of $125. The rooms are super tiny but it’s such a cute place that it’s totally worth it. It’s in the West Village. Great location

[@paddy543211]

Thanks for all your videos - coming in December and watched all your videos but was so undecided about this. Have gone without the pass and doing top of the rock and also harbour line now instead of circle line!! Quick question, now I have booked my top of the rock day and time slot, there should be pretty much no waiting right? It’s the first slot of 8am. Thanks

[@Frodokeuh]

AND MY OPINION IS... you look fabulous! :p

[@ItsOscaa]

Depends can you go multiple types with the city pass or is it just once?

[@marketrio3517]

Is excelsior pass worth it ?

[@iamsailing7643]

THANK YOU ! VERY USEFUL !

[@lordteabelly]

that sightseeing pass sounds interesting...think ill look into that. im planning a trip to nyc in 2023 and want to stay for a week so a 7days pass would be ideal as there are other things i wanna do too like visit the ghostbusters firehouse, do coney island etc.

[@jessicapilare5794]

is this video still applicable for this year 2022?

[@blahblah1438]

Do you have any videos on traveling to New York City on a day trip alone? I can't find anyone who has the time or money to go for the day but I don't wanna stop doing what I wanna do because of others so I'm up for the adventure but a little nervous

[@blahblah1438]

Thank you

[@SarahFunky]

NYC is a city you can absolutely do alone. In fact, I often film my videos alone doing the things I show you. Most of the experiences I highlight are great for a solo trip. that is a great video idea though!

[@SarahFunky]

NYC is a city you can absolutely do alone. In fact, I often film my videos alone doing the things I show you. Most of the experiences I highlight are great for a solo trip. that is a great video idea though!

[@blahblah1438]

Thank you for replying . I i'm comfortable to get there on the train even to walk around to go to museums etc. The problem where being alone makes me nervous is going into a restaurant and feeling like I'm the only one by myself

[@pablosportcr5417]

Hola, ví el video, y no veo el link del Clasic Harbor Line Cruise del min 6:25 😔

[@maheeinfy13]

Citysights NYC pass also includes one world observatory. It could be cheaper than Sightseeing flex pass

[@mrenigma4641]

Is then Natural History museum free for tourists?

[@olmanrojas3038]

Awsome video. Can you do a video comparing sightseeing pass against to do it yourself?????

[@316citylights]

At 2 minutes when you said Pass on the Empire State Building… I closed the video lol bye

[@FrankJAlejo]

Sadly a lot of the pay want you wish for museums are now only for NYC residents! ):

[@ericbraunberger849]

Your the best we just got back from newyork and i watched a ton of your videos they were so helpful. We did many of the things you suggested. Skylark, rudy's, prince street pizza and doing a cruise to see the statue of liberty and so much more thanks so much!

[@SarahFunky]

Yay! I'm glad you had a great time 😁

[@cacha_RuralMTB]

Thanks. I AM Goong yo NYC next october. Thais video ir is great

[@shanecreaser1086]

Does the sight seeing pass cover sunset On the one world Observatory and fantastic video

[@patissscr]

Hello there! what was the sailing that you recommended?

[@earthling2007]

Hi Sarah!! Thanks for the content! Appreciated as always 👍

[@SarahFunky]

I'm glad you loved it earthling2007. I hope you subscribed (if you haven't already)! Thank you! :)

[@earthling2007]

Sarah Funk I sure am.

[@lesliegraham8478]

Again, another amazing and helpful video. Thanks!

[@SarahFunky]

Thanks Leslie!