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Tower Bridge Walkways & Exhibition: Visitors enter Tower Bridge Exhibition via the North Tower. They are then transported by lift to the top of the Tower (47 metres above the Thames) where they have a unique opportunity to see the Bridge’s steel skeleton from within. A short film explains the history and provenance of the Bridge and then there is the chance to admire the spectacular views – from both covered Walkways. On the east Walkway there are fantastic views of the Docklands and from the west Walkway you can see the new GLA building, the Tower of London, St Paul’s, the city, the Pool of London and Big Ben and the London Eye in the distance. Interactive computerised kiosks and graphic panels explain the significance of the views to visitors, as well as providing more information on the history and building of the Bridge. The interactive material and graphic panels are written in seven languages and an audio loop for the hard of hearing is also in place for the video show. There is another film to view in the South Tower before descending for the short walk to the historical Engine Rooms, included in your ticket price. Victorian Engine Rooms: These provide a fascinating insight into late 19th century engineering. Installed for the completion of Tower Bridge in 1894, these huge, and beautifully maintained, coal-driven engines were used to power the thousands of bascule Bridge lifts performed until 1976. Although lifts are now operated by electricity, the original steam engines are still in place. The Engine Rooms give visitors a chance to experiment with models demonstrating the technology behind the Bridge. There are also some amazing photographs of Tower BridgeTthroughout its lifetime – including a revealing picture of the heavy steel structure of the Bridge as the stone cladding was installed over it.
You may have seen New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art before, but you've never seen it like this. Travel through 6,000 years and across the globe in just a few hours, to gain a greater understanding of the length and breadth of this world-class collection. In small groups of 15 people or fewer, you’ll delve into the history and art of the Met, seeing works come to life through the stories of your expert guide. We start our tour in the ancient world, with a visit to Ancient Egyptian tomb models. Incredibly well preserved, these pieces were a more important discovery than they seem, as they offered pictorial insight into what life in Ancient Egypt was like. This insight continues at the incredible Temple of Dendur, fully intact and surreally displayed inside a naturally lit atrium, nestled in Central Park. Our world tour returns to New York for stained glass by Tiffany and then hops over to Britain to size up the armor of notorious King Henry VIII. We then head east for the Antioch Chalice, believed by some to be the Holy Grail itself, the cup from which Jesus drank on the night he was betrayed. Believe the story? You’ll have time to debate its merits with your expert guide. For historians our next few stops are a true delight – the Greek and Roman wing contain elegant statues, imperial Roman busts, and intact frescos buried along with those at Pompeii. Off to exotic Oceania to see boldly carved Bisj poles from Papua New Guinea, for which a Rockefeller gave his life. We’ll then move to the second floor to admire Water Lilies by Monet, a Thinker by Rodin, and the swirling strokes of van Gogh. It’s break time inside the museum or atop the rooftop garden (May-October only, weather permitting) for verdant vistas of Central Park. The tour continues to the Golden Age of Dutch painting, perusing portraits by Rembrandt and marveling at the virtuosity of Vermeer. After a brief passage through Italy, it’s off to Spain to see El Greco and to France for Jacques-Louis David’s famous Death of Socrates. A little scandal is in store, as your guide gives the inside story of John Singer Sargent’s infamous Madame X. You’ll then be dwarfed by the immense iconic Washington Crossing the Delaware – one of the most recognized paintings in the United States. Besides from what’s listed here, you’ll see little surprises and quirks of the collection as you tour. Our small group and expert guides will allow you to ask questions, be engaged, and take the most from your Met experience! Sites Visited: Ancient Egyptian Tomb Models (original and perfectly preserved) Temple of Dendur - is occasionally rented our for private events with no advance notice provide. While usually this occurs in the evening times, closures may impact this tour. In such case, others works from the Egyptian collection will be substituted. Egyptian mummies Armor of King Henry VIII Antioch Chalice a.k.a. the "Holy Grail" Greek and Roman Statuary Ancient Roman Frescoes Tiffany glass and mosaics Rodin sculptures Bisj Poles from New Guinea Claude Monet – Water Lillies Vincent van Gogh - Selected Works Auguste Rodin - Sculptures Rembrandt van Rijn - Portraits Johannes Vermeer - Selected Paintings Jacques-Louis David's Death of Socrates Madame X by John Singer Sargent Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emmanuele Leutze Rooftop Garden (May–October only, weather permitting) Please note, this tour is in English only. Inclusions: Pre-arranged Met Museum tickets, with donation included Expert local tour guide Small groups of only 15 people or fewer Exclusions: Gratuities for guide Hotel pick-up/drop-off Food/Beverages *On rare occasions, the Met may rent out select rooms for private events in which case other works will be substituted. **Please note that the Met rooftop is closed during the winter from November through April and reopens early May through the end of October, weather permitting. A coat and bag check is available in the main lobby. If you cannot climb the stairs of the central entrance there is a ground level entrance one block south, near the intersection of 81st St. and 5th Ave. Inform the desk you need to use the elevator to meet a group in the main lobby (at pharaoh statue) which will then secure your entrance ticket. They will provide you with a temporary pass and help direct you upstairs.
Downtown Tour Plus The three most visited sites in New York City are all located in the area referred to in local terms as “downtown”. Uptown Treasures & Harlem Tour Plus Where can you find a green oasis that occupies 20% of the island of Manhattan or the headquarters of the largest media conglomerate or places with the alluring names of “Millionaires Row and Museum Mile? All of these places and more can be found, discovered and enjoyed on City Sights’ Uptown Treasures + Harlem tour. Night Tour Please Note: Escorted bus Tour (not Hop-on Hop-off). New York's only double-decker night tour where you enter historic Brooklyn for a photo opportunity and breathtaking views of the glittering necklace of the Manhattan Skyline. Enjoy nighttime views and ambiance of Times Square, Chinatown, Empire State Building , Greenwich Village, SoHo, Little Italy, Manhattan Bridge, Brooklyn Bridge and Lower East Side. Brooklyn Tour Plus Hop aboard a double-decker bus for Gray Line CitySightseeing NY’s Brooklyn Tour, a hop on/hop off journey through the city’s most populated borough. Museum of the City of New York Free Admission! The Museum of the City of New York embraces the past, present, and future of New York City and celebrates the city's cultural diversity. Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Ferry Enjoy the fun & flexibility of hop-on, hop-off by sea! Learn about NYC with guided tour commentary while traveling from stop to stop. This service operates with four stops: Pier 78, West 38th Street and Hudson River; 199 Vesey Street Pier (lower Manhattan) - connection to Downtown Tour at stop #11, Park Row Pier 11 (Wall Street and South Street) - connection to Downtown Tour at stop #13, South Street Seaport DUMBO (Fulton Street and Furman Street) - connection to Brooklyn Tour at stop #2, Brooklyn Promenade What You'll See: Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Battery Park Governors Island Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan Bridge Williamsburg Bridge South Street Seaport Chrysler Building *Ticket valid for the date purchased or date redeemed.
El embarque se realiza por orden de llegada y está sujeto a disponibilidad. Se ruega llegar al muelle 30 - 45 minutos antes de la salida. Las rutas, los precios, las embarcaciones y los horarios están sujetos a cambios sin previo aviso. Tenga en cuenta que su entrada para el One World Observatory deberá ser recogida en Pier 76 o Pier 16 antes de embarcar.
Tanque Interactivo de Tiburones y Rayas (Fundación The Trust Family) Los visitantes de esta exposición podrán alcanzar y tocar suavemente la parte posterior de las rayas gavilán, de las rayas del Atlántico y de los tiburones, mientras nadan con gracia a través del agua cristalina. La exposición muestra estas increíbles especies de una manera que pone de relieve su importancia para un ecosistema marino sano y hace hincapié en la importancia de la conservación de los hábitats costeros, como los manglares y las lagunas. Abierto todos los días a partir de las 9:30 am. Centro de Mamíferos Marinos (Fundación New Balance) Conozca a estos enérgicos osos marinos Árticos y leones marinos de California, y descubra cómo puede ayudarles en su hábitat natural. Contemple a los leones marinos de California lanzarse rápidamente al agua y a los agiles osos marinos Árticos juguetear en esta hermosa sala de exposiciones al aire libre. Descubra los desafíos a los que se enfrentan los mamíferos marinos en su hábitat natural, y obtenga una nueva perspectiva los viernes con las sesiones especiales de formación de New Balance. Foca Común del Atlántico Los visitantes podrán disfrutar de las focas del Atlántico en su exhibición en la plaza del acuario, antes de comprar las entradas. Vea las focas nadar, jugar y descansar. Aprenda más sobre ellas y vea algunos de sus comportamientos mientras trabajan con los entrenadores sus entrenamientos libres a lo largo del día. Centro Interactivo Planeta Azul Esta nueva exposición es parte de la reciente reforma integral del acuario, una transformación para el siglo XXI. Esta área de exhibición presenta los serios desafíos a los que se enfrentan los océanos y muestra el liderazgo mundial del acuario en la búsqueda de soluciones con una combinación de pantallas interactivas, presentaciones representativas y exposiciones de pequeños animales vivos. Idiomas Hay guías del acuario en español, mandarín, alemán, francés, italiano y portugués de Brasil, y están disponibles en la recepción del acuario bajo petición. Duración Haga planes para pasar de 1 ½ a 2 horas en el Acuario. Si quiere visitar también IMAX film, tendrá una duración de 45 minutos más. EXPOSICIONES DESTACADAS Las Ciencia de los Tiburones Adéntrese en lo más profundo de la Ciencia de los Tiburones con esta nueva exposición del Acuario de Nueva Inglaterra. Vea de cerca algunos de los pequeños pero poderosos tiburones de todo el mundo. Las actividades prácticas destacan la increíble adaptación de los tiburones que los ha hecho los reyes del mar, y los tanques táctiles les permitirán ver (¡y sentir!) estas adaptaciones en acción. El Acuario de Nueva Inglaterra es el lugar perfecto para descubrir que estos magníficos predadores oceánicos son todavía más increíbles de lo que pensaba. Tentacles Take Hold - ¡NUEVO! ¡Prepárese para verse envuelto en tentáculos! Busque el pulpo gigante del Pacífico en su hábitat, recientemente ampliado, lleno de especies que se encuentran en las profundidades heladas del noroeste del Pacífico. Tenga cuidado con la sepia y su tinta, las medusas… Disfrute de vistas 360º de un espectacular arrecife de coral del Caribe con más animales que nunca. En el 2013, el acuario acabó de terminar una reforma que ha renovado su edificio principal hasta la médula, y el icónico Tanque Oceánico Gigante se ha sometido a una renovación de arriba a abajo, una transformación para el siglo XXI. Hoy en día la nueva exposición cuenta con más de 2.000 animales, un arrecife de coral revitalizado y nuevos espacios de exposición en la parte superior. Tanque Oceánico Gigante Disfrute de las espectaculares vistas de 360 grados, del arrecife de coral de cuatro pisos rebosante de animales. En 2013 el icónico Tanque Gigante paso por una transformación de pies a cabeza que incluye ventanas con visión cristalina, un vibrante y revitalizado arrecife de coral con más de 1.000 peces, y el Yawkey Coral Reef Center en lo alto de la exposición. El colorido arrecife de coral caribeño es el hogar de tortugas, anguilas y cientos de peces tropicales de todos los tamaños. Colonia de Pingüinos El Acuario es el hogar de más de 80 pingüinos viviendo en la bulliciosa colonia de pingüinos que rodea el Tanque Oceánico Gigante. ¡Véalos nadar, comer, acicalarse y jugar!
1 Day Tour - Hop-on Hop-off Hop on board a Big Bus Sightseeing Tour of the ‘City by the Bay’and experience the best views of its distinctive landmarks, and delve into its fascinating history. You can explore San Francisco’s famous landmarks; from the Golden Gate Bridge to Fisherman’s wharf. This really is the best way to discover all that San Francisco has to offer. Our unique city tour stops at 20 key points of interest all around spectacular San Francisco. Experience the diverse culture, beautiful parks, stunning architecture and picturesque views atop an open air bus. Hop on or Hop off at your leisure to create your own customized journey around the city. Night Tour (NOT A HOP-ON HOP-OFF) The one hour Panoramic Night Tour of San Francisco begins in Fisherman’s Wharf and explores the most scenic neighborhoods; as the sunsets and the city begins to sparkle. See the ornate City Hall and the San Francisco Symphony Hall. The tour then climbs up the historic Nob Hill for a stunning close up view of the magnificent Grace Cathedral. The tour makes its way across the grand Bay Bridge for picturesque views of the city skyline from Treasure Island, site of the 1939’s World Fair. Heading back into the city, the tour will continue along the Embarcadero to view the glittering lights on the Port of San Francisco. Duration: 1 hr Operated: DAILY 18:30 & 19:00 (April to October) 19:30 No Tours Dec 24th & Dec 31st OR SAUSALITO TROLLEY LOOP Visit the picturesque waterfront community of Sausalito, a short distance from the Golden Gate Bridge, on the Big Bus Trolley. Discover distinctive boutiques, wide selection of restaurants and cafes, and unique art galleries. Relax in the park, or explore the narrow streets in the hills of this quaint Mediterranean town. Duration: 30 minutes Operates: 9:00am –5:00pm Frequency: 20-30 minutes / Departs stop from Stop 12 WALKING TOURS Chinatown Walking Tour: (Tour begins at Stop #6 - operates daily @ 10:00 & 14:00) Walk through the world famous historic neighborhood. See the magnificent Chinatown gates, the busy marketplace and the vibrant mix of historical and modern day culture. Northbeach Walking Tour: (Tour begins at Stop #3 - operates daily @ 16:00) This tour will take you on a journey through the eclectic Little Italy district. From Washington Square Park to the incredible St. Peter & Paul Church, the tour will leave you with a taste of the bohemian lifestyle that inspired so many of the artistically gifted San Franciscans of previous generations. Barbary Coast Walking Tour: (Tour begins at Stop #4 - operates daily @ 12:00) Tour takes you through a nine block radius of what was once the haunt of the low and vile. Hear about San Francisco’s small beginnings, its boom-town growth because of the California Gold Rush and the end of The Barbary Coast due to the Red Light Abatement Act. The walk will take you through the present Financial District and Jackson Square Historic District. Fisherman’s Wharf Walking Tour: (Tour begins at Stop #1 - operates daily @ 14:00) The Fisherman’s Wharf walking tour takes you all the main attractions of the Wharf area, including Ghirardelli Square, the Cannery and Pier 39. See and learn about the famous food and restaurants and the historic ships at Aquatic Park. This walk will familiarize you with role the wharf has played in the history of the city—from the Gold rush, through the labor struggles of the 1930’s and the psychedelic explorations of the 1960’s.
