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Music tours to New York
6 days from £825pp
This fast paced, exciting city offers a wide range of performance venues and eclectic musical tastes making it an ideal destination for groups of all abilities and genres. NST can build an itinerary that also includes many of the attractions that this amazing city has to offer to create a truly memorable experience for your group, at the very best group prices.
- Itinerary
- Visits
- Accommodation
- Eating Out
- Support
- Resources
Below, you’ll find an example of one of our most popular itinerary choices, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements...
New York - 6 day inclusive itinerary package from only £825pp*
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Our most popular performance venues in New York for Music tours
Here are some of our most popular performance venues in New York for Music tours. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.
Prestigious Venues
For experienced groups with a high standard of sacred or classical repertoire, here are our most popular options.
St John The Divine Cathedral
Groups can combine a 30-minute recital with a musically themed tour of the Cathedral.
The Grace Church
Groups can perform a lunchtime recital at this historic church, located close to Greenwich Village.
St Paul’s Chapel
Located close to Ground Zero, this church offers the opportunity to give a one hour recital during the day.
Outdoor Venues
A selection of open air and covered venues to suit a range of abilities and repertoires.
South Street Seaport
This popular boardwalk hosts outdoor concerts throughout the year. Youth groups can apply to participate at this great outdoor location.
Central Park
Bands and orchestras can play in the band shell of this world-famous park.
Bryant Park
Regular concerts are held during spring and summer at this popular park, located on 42nd Street in the heart of the theatre district.
Indoor Venues
A selection of indoor venues to suit a range of abilities and repertoires.
Schools
During term time many schools host concerts, followed by time afterwards for socialising between students.
United Nations Building
Choral groups can perform in the foyer of this historic building, while bands can perform on the plaza outside.
Workshops
Broadway Instrumental Clinic
Arrive with prepared material of your choice to perform for a Broadway musician. The Broadway musician will then guest conduct, give constructive feedback, and help your group perform to the best of their abilities. Your group will be able to ask questions about playing in a Broadway pit, training, and how one makes the journey from playng an instrument for fun to becoming a professional musician. (2 hour session).
Offstage: Performing Group Workshop
Enjoy a 90 minute clinic working with a renowned Conductor/Music Director. Students will work on their current repertoire, or a new piece of material. Clinics will take place in a private rehearsal studio in Manhattan and time will be allotted for Q & As. Alternative theatre-based workshops are also available.
Leisure Visits
Combine your performances with a visit to one or more of New York’s fabulous attractions, enabling your group to build friendships whilst experiencing a new culture.
- Broadway Shows
- Empire State Building
- Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Top of the Rock™
- Times Square
- Macy’s Department Store
Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.
This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.
Hotel Bedford
The Hotel Bedford was built in 1929 in a classical European style. The hotel is situated in the middle of one of the quieter streets in the heart of mid-town Manhattan
Hotel Bedford
The Hotel Bedford offers a professional, friendly service with a good standard of accommodation in an excellent location. This is a cosy, friendly hotel offering a comfortable retreat in the heart of busy Manhattan. Groups are assured a warm welcome and comfortable stay.
Address118E. 40th Street | Local Rating |
Capacity380 guests. 58 suites & 78 rooms over 17 floors. |
Location Information
The Hotel Bedford is located on 40th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues in the heart of Manhattan. It is situated close to Broadway, the theatres and Grand Central Station. It is also a short walk from the Rockefeller Centre, St Patrick’s Cathedral, the United Nations, Fifth Avenue shops and the Empire State Building.
Accommodation Facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Lounge
- Laundry facilities
- 2 Lifts
- Free wireless internet access
- Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.
Student Rooms
- 2-4 bedded rooms (combination of large double beds (for two students), sofa beds and roll-away beds, most groups are accommodated on a bed share basis i.e. two students sharing a large double bed).
- En-suite facilities
- Air conditioning
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Telephone
- Safety deposit box
- Towels
- Iron & ironing board
- Tea & coffee making facilities
Staff Rooms
- Twins/singles
- En-suite facilities
- Air conditioning
- Hairdryer
- TV
- Telephone
- Safety deposit box
- Towels
- Iron & ironing board
- Tea & coffee making facilities
Safety Guidance
The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require windows to have restricted opening. Group leaders are advised to consider this in their risk assessments/group management plan and ensure appropriate control measures are put in place.
Security Deposit
Please note that security against damage payment/credit card is required on arrival at the hotel of $20 per person. This is refundable at the end of your stay providing there is no damage. In order to avoid misunderstanding, we suggest all group leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with hotelier/duty manager on arrival and departure and any existing damage is immediately reported. N.B. There is an additional charge of $500 for misuse of the fire alarm.
West Side YMCAThis hostel offers basic accommodation in an unbeatable location. The leisure facilities are used by residents and locals alike.
West Side YMCA
This large youth hostel offers good value for money and excellent facilities in a nice location. Management staff have comprehensive knowledge of group requirements.
Address5 West 63rd Street | Local Rating |
Capacity548 rooms over 3 floors. |
Location Information
Situated in an excellent Upper West Side location opposite Central Park, the West Side YMCA is approximately 5 minutes’ walk north of Columbus Circle (subway lines A,C,E,1,2,3, B, D and Q on 59th Street) and Times Square is also nearby.
Accommodation Facilities
- 24-hour reception
- 24-hour security
- Tourist information desk
- Lounge area
- 2 Indoor swimming pools
- Health club / Gymnasium
- Racquetball, handball and squash courts
- Shop
- Juice bars on the 3rd & 6th floors
- Drinks machines
- Public phones on each floor
- Safety deposit boxes
- 4 Lifts
- Disabled facilities: There is 1 specially adapted room for disabled/wheelchair guests.
Student Rooms
- Twin bedded rooms (bunk beds)
- Communal male and female shower and toilet facilities on each floor
- Closet
- TV
- Air conditioning
Staff Rooms
- Twins/singles (bunk beds)
- Communal male and female shower and toilet facilities on each floor
- Closet
- TV
- Air conditioning
Safety Guidance
The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require windows to have restricted opening or plate glass windows/patio doors to have anti-collision motifs to ensure that people are aware glass is present. Group leaders are advised to consider this in their risk assessments/group management plan and ensure appropriate control measures are put in place.
Courtyard Midtown EastOne of eight New York City Marriott hotels, this hotel was built in 1998 and is of a modern style. This hotel was originally built as an office block and later converted to a hotel. Floors 2-11 are occupied by a private hospital.
Courtyard Midtown East
An excellent hotel with a good range of facilities, located in the heart of mid town Manhattan. Groups are assured a comfortable stay.
Address866 Third Avenue | Local Rating |
Capacity312 rooms spread over floors 12 – 31 |
Location Information
Centrally located on Eastside of Midtown Manhattan within walking distance of the Rockefeller Center, 5th Avenue shopping and Radio City Music Hall. There are a number of subway stations located within 1-2 blocks from the hotel.
Accommodation Facilities
- 24-hour Reception
- Lifts
- Air conditioning
- 3 conference rooms
- Restaurant / breakfast room
- Exercise room
- Disabled facilities: There are 18 specially adapted disabled rooms, most have inter-connecting rooms
Student Rooms
- Triple rooms – two beds & a sofa / roll away
- 2 king size beds, option to:
- Bed share – 4 students per room
- Individual beds – 2 students per room
- En-suite facilities
- Cable TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Internet access (free)
- Safety deposit box
- Hairdryer
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- Pay-per-view movies and phones are blocked with a deposit needed to make outgoing calls, room to room calls are not blocked
Staff Rooms
- Twins/Singles
- En-suite facilities
- Cable TV
- Direct dial telephone
- Internet access (free)
- Safety deposit box
- Hairdryer
- Tea & coffee making facilities
- Pay-per-view movies and phones are blocked with a deposit needed to make outgoing calls, room to room calls are not blocked
Days Hotel BroadwayA traditional, comfortable hotel well located and with good access to Mid Town Manhattan, Times Square and many popular attractions.
Days Hotel Broadway
Traditional cosy hotel located in a popular upper West Side location with good access to all parts of Manhattan.
Address215 West 94th Street & Broadway | Local Rating |
Capacity250 rooms. |
Location Information
Upper West Side on Broadway Av and conveniently located for subway lines 1,2,3,9.
Accommodation Facilities
- 24-hour Reception
- Excursion desk
- Payphones
- Internet access
- Vending machines
- Gift shop
- Fitness room
- Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients.
Student Rooms
- 2 king size beds, option to:
- Bed share – 4 students per room
- Individual beds – 2 students per room
- En-suite facilities
- Air-conditioning
- TV
- Telephone
- Hairdryer
- Iron
Staff Rooms
- Twins/Singles
- En-suite facilities
- Air-conditioning
- TV
- Telephone
- Hairdryer
- Iron
Eastgate Tower HotelThe property was originally built as an apartment block in the early 1970s and has a modern décor throughout. The hotel offers a variety of room types including: 74 Junior suites, 36 one bedrooms suites, 18 two bedroom suites and 9 studio apartments. All rooms and suites are very spacious. N.B. Due to room configuration groups will be accommodated over a number of floors.
Eastgate Tower Hotel
A comfortable hotel offering generous, spacious accommodation in a good central location. Groups are assured a comfortable stay.
Address222 East 39th Street | Local Rating |
Capacity187 suites spread over 25 floors, 2 guest lifts. |
Location Information
Peaceful residential Murray Hill location, within short walking distance to Grand Central Station, United Nations, Times Square, and many other well known sights and attractions.
Accommodation Facilities
- 24-hour Reception
- Lobby / lounge
- Breakfast Meeting room
- Luggage storage available
- Disabled facilities: The property has a number of specially adapted rooms suitable for disabled guests
Student Rooms
- 2/4 king size beds, option to:
- Bed share – 4/8 students per room
- Individual beds – 2/4 students per room
- En-suite facilities
- Fitted kitchen with free standing gas cooker, fridge freezer and microwave (N.B. all gas cookers will be disconnected)
- Central heating / air-conditioning
- TV
- Telephone
- Radio alarm clock
- Hairdryer
- Iron & ironing board
- Internet access (fee payable)
- Safety deposit boxes
- Tea & coffee making facilities
Staff Rooms
- Twins/Singles
- En-suite facilities
- Fitted kitchen with free standing gas cooker, fridge freezer and microwave (N.B. all gas cookers will be disconnected)
- Central heating / air-conditioning
- TV
- Telephone
- Radio alarm clock
- Hairdryer
- Iron & ironing board
- Internet access (fee payable)
- Safety deposit boxes
- Tea & coffee making facilities
We can pre-book your meals at a wide range of restaurants, reducing queuing time and ensuring your itinerary runs smoothly, including:
- John’s Shanghai Restaurant
- Mangia Pizzeria
- Bubba Gump Shrimp
- Hard Rock Cafe
- Planet Hollywood
Tour Assistant
Your Tour Assistant will meet you each morning at your hotel and stay with you each day to guide you through the events of your tour. They’ll also deal with the organisation of your concerts, leaving you and your group free to concentrate on your performances.
