RiseNY Flying Ride & Museum Tickets Times Square New York

RiseNY in the heart of Times Square

RiseNY is a modern New York attraction on Broadway in Times Square, one of the busiest and most photographed corners of the world. If you have been searching for RiseNY tickets or wondering how to get to RiseNY, the answer is easy: it is a short walk from Times Square-42nd Street station, where the N, Q, R, W, S, 1, 2, 3 and 7 lines all stop.

Most visitors spend around ninety minutes to two hours inside, depending on how long they linger in the galleries. Your ticket is valid for one day and you choose the entry time slot when you book, so it is easy to fit RiseNY opening hours around theatre, shopping and sightseeing plans.

The opening film about New York's story

Every visit begins with a documentary-style film by the acclaimed filmmaker Ric Burns. It takes you back through the centuries and shows how different cultures, industries and ambitions gathered on one island and produced the city that never sleeps.

It is a strong way to understand what you are about to see, and it works well for first-time visitors who want context before they explore Manhattan on foot or head to places such as Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge. Children usually enjoy it too, as the pictures and music keep the pace lively.

The pop-culture galleries: TV, Broadway, music and fashion

After the film you walk into a series of museum-style galleries that follow New York's influence on popular culture. You will find sets and displays linked to television, Broadway theatre, music and fashion, many of them designed for photos.

This part of the visit suits fans of city life and screen classics, and it is the reason many people call RiseNY one of the best indoor things to do in Times Square. Allow plenty of time for photos, because the sets are the most shareable part of the museum. Every gallery and exhibit is included in the general admission ticket you choose here.

The soaring flight ride over the skyline

The finale is a multi-sensory soaring ride. You are lifted about thirty feet into the air and glide over a virtual New York, with wind, scents and motion adding to the picture. You pass famous architecture, drift above Central Park in autumn and even join the New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square.

Many travellers ask whether RiseNY is worth visiting. If you enjoy immersive experiences and want a fun, weather-proof break from the streets, the ride alone makes the ticket a good choice, and it is included in the option offered on this page.