Macy's® Herald Square Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Macy’s® Herald Square. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

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While it’s free to visit Macy’s® Herald Square independently, there are plenty of affordable tours that can help you learn more about the New York City department store. Self-guided walking tours start at around US$15 per person, while holiday windows and decorations walking tours begin at about US$28.

Macy’s® Herald Square is open daily. Its hours are typically 10am to 9pm from Monday to Thursday, 10am to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and 11am to 9pm on Sundays. Expect the department store to be especially busy on weekends, Thanksgiving, and during the lead-up to the holidays. For a calmer visiting experience, visit close to opening hours on a weekday.

Macy’s® Herald Square is one of New York City’s most storied department stores. The retailer opened in 1858 as a small dry goods retailer but later evolved into a national department store chain. Macy’s® hosted its first Thanksgiving Day Parade in 1924 and debuted its Fourth of July fireworks in 1976.

Yes, Macy’s® has a number of restaurants and dining options within its Herald Square flagship. Popular options range from chain outposts—including Starbucks, McDonald’s, and Auntie Anne’s Pretzels—to a family bakery, bar and grill, and a more upscale trattoria. There’s even a De Gustibus Cooking School on-site.

It’s easy to reach Macy’s® Herald Square using public transportation. Take the B, D, F, M, N, Q, R, or W subway lines to 34 St Herald Sq, located moments away. 34 St-Penn St—served by the 1, 2, and 3 lines, as well as the Long Island Railroad—is also close by.