Broadway Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Broadway. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Wicked on Broadway Ticket

• Disney's Aladdin on Broadway Ticket

• NYC Broadway Tour: Backstage Stories & Theater Secrets

• Chicago on Broadway Ticket

• & Juliet on Broadway Ticket

While it’s free to visit Broadway on your own, there are plenty of affordable tours that can help you learn more about the iconic Manhattan neighborhood with an expert guide. Behind-the-scenes walking tours start around US$40, while private tours that visit Broadway start at US$75. Prices to individual Broadway shows vary, but typically begin at US$60 and go up from there.

Yes, Broadway is worth visiting. Conveniently located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, it's considered one of New York City's top cultural experiences. It's worth booking tickets to a play or musical while you're in town—with 41 official Broadway theaters, there are plenty of options to choose from. Alternatively, behind-the-scenes walking tours, often led by actors or directors, offer a rare insider perspective on the area and its industry.

Per one customer who booked the NYC Broadway Tour: Backstage Stories & Theater Secrets, "Lee knows not only the way around, but the inner workings of Broadway shows and theaters. He knows the good restaurants, where shows rehearse, theater history, and the inner workings of favorite shows. Definitely recommend."

New York City Broadway tickets can range greatly in price, from US$20 to US$145 or more for the best seats at hit shows. However, there are various ways to get discounted entry, such as purchasing same-day rush tickets from the theater’s box office, using the TKTS booth in Times Square, and the TodayTix app.

There are dozens of exceptional musicals and plays on Broadway at any given time. Some of today’s most popular (and long-running) shows include The Lion King, The Book of Mormon, The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Hamilton, and Chicago. There are always exciting debuts to see as well.

Not always. Booking tickets at least three months in advance is advised to guarantee entry to the most popular Broadway shows. However, some of the best deals are available last-minute, whether it’s same-day rush tickets or at the TKTS booth in Times Square.

While advance tickets for popular Broadway shows can sell out online, most performances aren’t officially considered sold out until 5 minutes before they start, thanks to returned tickets. To try and nab last-minute entry, head to the box office in the morning for rush tickets, or wait in the cancellation line.

The most direct way to purchase Broadway tickets is via the websites of individual theaters or performances, or on hubs like Broadway.org. All tickets, including last-minute rush, are available at theater box offices. Discounted rates are available via the TKTS booth in Times Square and the TodayTix app.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting Broadway. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in New York City:

• Statue of Liberty

• Empire State Building

• Ellis Island

• Central Park

• National September 11 Memorial & Museum

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in New York City.