If you’re headed to one of 16 major US cities (plus Toronto) and plan on visiting multiple attractions, a CityPASS will be your ticket to savings. Cities include Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa Bay and Toronto.
[On The Ledge at SkyDeck Chicago!]
There’s even a dedicated all-in-one SoCal CityPASS that includes discounted admission to Disneyland, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Legoland, San Diego Zoo, and San Diego Safari Park.
Each pass is valid for nine consecutive days (including first day of use). On my recent New York City trip, I downloaded one of three New York CityPASS options: the C3 (three included admissions), ideal for a short city break (I was in town for a travel conference, with a few days to explore).
You can also opt for a 5- or 10-attractions pass. Simply download the free companion CityPASS app (iOS, Android) onto your phone for ticket access, to make reservations, and get attraction deals.
[Top of the Rock]
Note that reservations are either recommended or required at some attractions. The red “Make Reservations” link in your ticket email will access the My CityPASS® App to reserve attractions as desired.
[MOMA interior]
Each included attraction within the app shows reservation instructions, along with a map and directions, contact information and opening hours, what’s included in the discount, offers and upgrades, visitor tips, and highlights.
For assistance, the CityPASS Card customer care team’s contact information and live chat services (with translations) are available via a link in the app.
[The Edge at Hudson Yards]
The C3 option costs CAD $157.77 for adults (13+) and CAD $124.40 for children ages 6-12. With a $3.03 processing fee, the total comes to $160.80. When I calculated my three desired NYC attractions (without the CityPASS), it came to $234.25!
Visit CityPASS online for details on destinations and types of tickets offered.
I was provided a New York CityPASS C3 card for the purpose of visiting several attractions while in New York City. Opinions, as always, remain my own. Statue of Liberty image courtesy of Statue Cruises.
