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Madison Square Garden 4 Penn Plaza, Manhattan, NY, 10001

(212) 465-6055

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Madison Square Garden All Access Tour

Tickets and discounts.

This post covers how to take the Madison Square Garden All Access Tour, what you will see, tour times, and where you can get cheaper tickets. 

• Tour Overview
• Tickets and Schedule
• Deals and Offers
• Sports Events and Concerts
• Family-Friendly Shows
• Other Things to Do in NYC

TOUR OVERVIEW

Madison Square Garden is perhaps the world's most famous arena.

It's home to two of New York's favorite sports teams, the NBA's New York Knicks and the NHL's New York Rangers.

Mega-stars of music have performed like Elvis Presley, Madonna, the Rolling Stones, and Elton John.

The  Madison Square Garden All Access Tour lets you go behind the scenes and get the insider scoop on this legendary sports and entertainment venue.

On this 60-minute tour, you'll be able to access exclusive, backstage areas of the arena and other places you'd otherwise not be permitted to visit.

Tours are led by an expert tour guide who knows just about every iconic story and legendary moment from the Garden's nearly 150-year history.

See memorabilia, commemorative photos and artifacts from 20 legendary moments that took place in this mecca of sports and entertainment.

Get an up-close view of the iconic concave ceiling from the Chase Bridge and see Celebrity Row.

Visit a VIP luxury suite featuring state-of-the-art amenities and exclusive seating.

Take a look inside the Knicks and Rangers locker Rooms (except when they are playing a home game).

Note: The tour is conducted in English. However, there are follow-along audio guides available in multiple languages including Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, and others.

TOUR REVIEWS

Reviewers say consistently that guides are informative, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable.

Guests love the virtual reality experience that brings you up close to a thrilling live concert or sports event.

Guests also enjoyed seeing the VIP Suites, as well as learning about the Garden’s history and nostalgia.

This all-access tour of Madison Square Garden is ideal for sports fans, concertgoers, and even history buffs.

TICKET PRICES

• $46 - Adult (13-64)
• $41 - Seniors (65-99)
• $41 - Children (6-12)
• Children 5 and under are free
• Get more information or purchase tickets  (free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance)

Before you pay full price, be sure to check out our deals section . You can get these tickets for at least 10% and up to 55% off.

The Madison Square Garden Tour runs daily between 10:30 am and 2:00 pm.

Note: Tour times are subject to change due to venue activity.

Location: Check in for your tour at the Chase Square entrance to Madison Square Garden on Seventh Avenue between W. 31st Street and W. 33rd Street.

NOTE: This is a walking tour and there is no place to store baggage.

If you are coming with oversized bags or luggage, you may want to store your luggage at a nearby luggage storage facility  for just $5.99/day/piece.

DEALS AND OFFERS

As we mentioned above, there is no reason to pay full price for tickets. Here are a few options to help you save between 10-55%.

Tourist Attraction Concession Passes

Free admission is included as an option in your Explorer Pass or New York Pass, with big concessions with other options.

Tourist attraction concession passes can save you up to 55% off of full-price admission to most of NYC's most popular attractions and tours.

And these NYC passes include the following attractions to choose from:

• Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tour
• Empire State Buildings, Top of the Rock, or One World Observatory
• Madame Tussauds
• 9/11 Memorial & Museum
• American Museum of Natural History
• Museum of Modern Art
• Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry  
• Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
• Whitney Museum of American Art
• The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Read our post on tourist concession passes to see if one is right for you.

Groupon and Living Social

Check promo sites like Groupon  where you can often find good deals on tour tickets.

Military Offers or AAA Offers

Unfortunately, there are no military or AAA offers at this time. 

SPORTING EVENTS AND CONCERTS

Madison Square Garden hosts over 300 events a year, including sporting events, concerts, comedy shows, benefits, and seasonal spectaculars.

See what's on at the Garden here .

Sports Events

• Basketball - The Knicks
• Ice Hockey - The Rangers
• Big East Basketball Tournament
• WWE Wrestling
• Westminster Dog Show

See how MSG hosts both Basketball and Ice Hockey in the same week!

To see who is playing the Garden during your visit, see our monthly posts on things to do in NYC which includes a whole section on live events and concerts.

TIP: You can see Billy Joel every month. Since 2014, legendary musician Billy Joel performs once a month at the Garden.

Get tickets to see Billy Joel’s monthly show here.

FAMILY-FRIENDY SHOWS

The Garden hosts family-friendly events throughout the year. Many shows are held in the smaller Hulu Theater at the Garden.

Some shows you can expect every year are A Christmas Story , Sesame Street Live , and Cirque du Soleil.

Also, check the Family-Friendly section of our monthly posts on things to do in NYC to see what is playing for kids.

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A Guide To The Best Food At Madison Square Garden

From gourmet hot dogs to handmade sushi, here's what to snack on at Madison Square Garden !

With the Knicks and Rangers both kicking off their brand new season, the World’s Most Famous arena is ready to welcome fans for the year! Madison Square Garden is home to some of the best food options in NY sports, and this season there’s even some new additions! Check out our guide to the best food at MSG, and plan your visit before your next game or concert!

1. Carnegie Deli

Feast on the Carnegie Corned Beef and Black and White Cookies at the only Carnegie Deli left in New York City! Trust us, the mound of meat slapped between the loaves of fresh rye bread is something to behold. It’s located in Section 105 .

The beloved casual fried chicken joint by David Chang serves up both their O.G. Spicy Chicken Sando  (crispy habanero-brined chicken breast, Fuku mayo, pickle, potato roll) and  Fuku Fingers + Fries (crispy chicken tenders, sweet jalapeno waffle fries, side of honey mustard or ranch) in Section 119 .

3. Avenue Cantina

Get your hands on crispy tacos here with a choice of pork belly, chicken, steak, and beef brisket. We recommend the Cantina Birria though…which comes with a side of irresistible consome. Avenue Cantina is located in Section 112 .

4. Gluten Free at The Garden

Gluten-free fans can head to this spot to enjoy stadium classics like GF-sandwiches, pizza, burgers, and dogs! It’s located in Section 112 .

5. Lavo Meatballs

Midtown’s Italian restaurant  LAVO is serving up all sorts of classics in Section 112 , including their brand new items like the Lavo Classic Meatball One Pounder and the Lavo Italian Cheesesteak . It’s great for all of your Italian cravings.

6. Mike’s Hot Honey

Dig your teeth into the famous Mike’s Hot Honey at MSG, with their offerings of hot honey fried chicken, garlic wings, buffalo wings, beer, and more. It’s located in Section 115 !

7. Go Beyond Grill

Go Beyond Grill just opened this month after MSG inked a new partnership with Beyond Meat! The plant-based meat stand will serve delicious bites including the  Beyond Burger® – Broadway Edition and the pictured above Beyond® The Garden Steak Tacos . The new outpost is located in Section 116 .

8. Paulie Gee’s Pizza

One of NYC’s most iconic pizzerias finds a home at Madison Square Garden, and it doesn’t disappoint. We’re not talking about your average stadium slice either, these delicious slices from the Brooklyn staple might just be the best you’ve ever had. Paulie Gee’s Pizza is located in Section 116 .

9. Baked by Melissa

Who’s got a sweet tooth? NYC-based mom and baker Melissa Ben-Ishay’s desserts brand is serving goodies at MSG in the form of bite-sized cupcakes. It’s the perfect dessert for when you’re done with polishing off the other tasty entrees on this list! It’s located in Section 118 .

10. Tao Sushi

Pick up the chopsticks and enjoy all kinds of sushi at Tao Sushi in Section 118 ! From poke bowls to sushi rolls, this vendor offers a refreshing option away from traditional fried food!

Additional Food Options at Madison Square Garden

• Mighty Quinn’s Barbeque: All things barbecue, including their brand new item, the  Ribs and Corn Bread . (Section 105, 204)
• Fratelli’s Deli: This deli spot is serving up delicious sandwiches, including their brand new Figgy Piggy and Chopped Italian sandwiches. (Section 118, 319)
• Daily Burger: Good ol’ fashioned beef. (Section 106, 116, 210, 305)
• Arancini Brothers: Need we say less about the arancini balls here…it’s in the name! (Section 210)
• Monster Bodega: Think bodega food…including the Jamaican Beef Patty Tower Isle Chopped Cheese .
• Top Dog: A hot dog spot serving up a Five Pounder hot dog…can you complete the challenge? (Section 112)

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New cyberattack targets iPhone Apple IDs. Here's how to protect your data.

By Megan Cerullo

Edited By Alain Sherter

Updated on: July 9, 2024 / 2:38 PM EDT / CBS News

A new cyberattack is targeting iPhone users, with criminals attempting to obtain individuals' Apple IDs in a "phishing" campaign, security software company Symantec  said in an alert Monday. 

Cyber criminals are sending text messages to iPhone users in the U.S. that appear to be from Apple, but are in fact an attempt at stealing victims' personal credentials. 

"Phishing actors continue to target Apple IDs due to their widespread use, which offers access to a vast pool of potential victims," Symantec said. "These credentials are highly valued, providing control over devices, access to personal and financial information, and potential revenue through unauthorized purchases."

Consumers are also more likely to trust communications that appear to come from a trusted brand like Apple, warned Symantec, which is owned by Broadcom, a maker of semiconductors and infrastructure software.

The malicious SMS messages appear to come from Apple and encourage recipients to click a link and sign in to their iCloud accounts. For example, a phishing text could say: "Apple important request iCloud: Visit signin[.]authen-connexion[.]info/icloud to continue using your services." Recipients are also asked to complete a CAPTCHA challenge in order to appear legitimate, before they're directed to a fake iCloud login page.  

Such cyberattacks are commonly referred to as "smishing" schemes in which criminals use fake text messages from purportedly reputable organizations, rather than email, to lure people into sharing personal information, such as account passwords and credit card data.

How to protect yourself

Be cautious about opening any text messages that appear to be sent from Apple. Always check the source of the message — if it's from a random phone number, the iPhone maker is almost certainly not the sender. iPhone users should also avoid clicking on links inviting people to access their iCloud account; instead, go to login pages directly.

"If you're suspicious about an unexpected message, call, or request for personal information, such as your email address, phone number, password, security code, or money, it's safer to presume that it's a scam — contact that company directly if you need to," Apple said in a post on avoiding scams. 

Apple urges users to always enable multi-factor authentication for Apple ID for extra security and to make it harder to access to your account from another device. It is "designed to make sure that you're the only person who can access your account," Apple said.

Apple adds that its own support representatives will never send its users a link to a website and ask them to sign in, or to provide your password, device passcode, or two-factor authentication code. 

"If someone claiming to be from Apple asks you for any of the above, they are a scammer engaging in a social engineering attack. Hang up the call or otherwise terminate contact with them," the company said .

Other tips for avoiding smishing scams, according to government  watchdogs :

• Set up your computer and mobile phone so that security software is updated automatically
• Never click links, reply to texts or call unknown phone numbers 
• Never respond to unrecognized texts even if you're asked to "text STOP" to end the messages
• Delete suspicious texts
• If you get a text purportedly from a company or government agency, check your bill or go online to verify the contact information 

The key to staying safe: "Stop before you engage and avoid the urge to respond," according to the Federal Communications Commission.

Megan Cerullo is a New York-based reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering small business, workplace, health care, consumer spending and personal finance topics. She regularly appears on CBS News 24/7 to discuss her reporting.

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Madison Square Garden Tour Experience

Discover the home of the Knicks and Rangers with an all-access tour.

What you'll do

Enjoy an all-access tour of the world's most famous arena Madison Square Garden® with The New York Pass®

• With us, there are no entry fees on the day – all you've got to do is show your pass. 
• 60-minute behind-the-scenes guided tour of the Madison Square Garden arena included.
• Your pass also gives you access to many more attractions in New York, so don't forget to check them out!

This legendary venue has hosted unforgettable boxing matches, iconic concerts and live events, as well as being home to the NBA's New York Knicks and the NHL's New York Rangers. Now its your turn to follow in the footsteps of the greats, on this 60-minute Madison Square Garden Tour Experience. Uncover the secrets that make The Garden an icon for sport and entertainment alike, as you stroll through exclusive backstage areas, luxury suites, and across the Chase Bridge, giving a unique view of the arena's concave ceiling. 

If you're planning a trip to New York City and looking for a unique experience that combines history, sports, and entertainment, then a Madison Square Garden tour should be on your itinerary. Known affectionately as MSG, Madison Square Garden is one of the world's most iconic venues, hosting countless unforgettable concerts, sports events, and other spectacles over the years.

Whether you're a sports enthusiast, a music lover, or simply someone who appreciates the rich history of New York City, a Madison Square Garden tour is a must-visit attraction. As you walk through the hallowed halls of this iconic venue, you'll gain a newfound appreciation for the unforgettable moments that have unfolded within its walls.

Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of MSG on your next trip to the Big Apple!

Madison Square Garden facts

• In 1972, Elvis Presley made music history by becoming the first entertainer to sell out four consecutive shows at the garden
• Billy Joel has played more concerts than any other artist at any other arena in the world
• The first Muhammad Ali - Joe Frazier bout was held at Madison Square Garden
• Michael Jordan played his first professional game at the garden against the Knicks to a standing ovation

Q. What is Madison Square Garden? A. Madison Square Garden (MSG) is an iconic entertainment and sports venue in Manhattan, New York City. It has been hosting some of the world's biggest acts, games, and events since 1879.

Q. What type of entertainment does MSG host? A. MSG hosts a variety of entertainment including concerts from top music artists, live theatre productions, international sports competitions like boxing matches, NHL hockey games and more!

Q. How long has Madison Square Garden been a New York institution? A. Madison Square Garden first opened its doors in 1879 making it one of NYC’s oldest ongoing establishments!

Know before you go

Please present your pass at the tour desk in Chase Square and you will be given a ticket for the next available timeslot. You can request a specific time that day, but this is not guaranteed and is dependent on availability. For the best availability we reccommend arriving to book your slot in the first hour of operations.

Madison Square Garden visitor information

• Tours are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Arrive 10-15 minutes ahead of your tour time.
• Tour times are limited during sports games.
• The tour schedule is subject to change. Please visit the Madison Square Garden Tours website  for a list of closures.
• Tour content is subject to change. Limited availability to Knicks and Ranger's locker rooms.
• Children under the age of five go for free.

For more information visit the MSG website .

Where you'll be

Operating hours.

Daily : 10:30AM to 2PM 

March 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 23, 27, 28 – no tours March 12, 25 the tour runs from 12:15-3:00 pm due to Knicks games

Closings & holidays

The tour schedule is subject to change without notice. 

Please note that during Knicks home games, tours run from 12:15PM to 3PM. Visit the  Madison Square Garden official website  for the most up-to-date tour schedule, modifications, and closures.

(212) 465-6741

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The Secret Service is investigating how the man who shot Trump got as close as he did

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Police snipers return fire after shots were fired while former President Donald Trump was speaking at a campaign event in Butler, Pa., on Saturday. Gene J. Puskar/AP hide caption

The U.S. Secret Service is investigating how a gunman armed with an AR-style rifle was able to get close enough to shoot and injure former President Donald Trump at a rally Saturday in Pennsylvania, a monumental failure of one the agency's core duties.

The gunman, who was killed by Secret Service personnel, fired multiple shots at the stage from an "elevated position outside of the rally venue," the agency said.

An Associated Press analysis of more than a dozen videos and photos taken at the Trump rally, as well as satellite imagery of the site, shows the shooter was able to get astonishingly close to the stage where the former president was speaking. A video posted to social media and geolocated by the AP shows the body of a man wearing gray camouflage lying motionless on the roof of a manufacturing plant just north of the Butler Farm Show grounds, where Trump's rally was held.

The roof was less than 150 meters (yards) from where Trump was speaking, a distance from which a decent marksman could reasonably hit a human-sized target. For reference, 150 meters is a distance at which U.S. Army recruits must hit a scaled human-sized silhouette to qualify with the M16 assault rifle in basic training. The AR-15, like the shooter at the Trump rally had, is the semi-automatic civilian version of the military M16.

Trump is fine after an assassination attempt at his rally

The FBI early Sunday identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel Park, Pa.

The Secret Service didn't have anybody at a late-night news conference where FBI and Pennsylvania State Police officials briefed reporters on the shooting investigation. FBI Special Agent in Charge Kevin Rojek said it was "surprising" that the gunman was able to fire at the stage before he was killed.

Members of the Secret Service's counter sniper team and counter assault team were at the rally, according to two law enforcement officials. The officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to discuss details of the investigation.

The heavily-armed counter assault team, whose Secret Service code name is "Hawkeye," is responsible for eliminating threats so that other agents can shield and take away the person they are protecting. The counter sniper team, known by the code name "Hercules," uses long-range binoculars and is equipped with sniper rifles to deal with long-range threats.

U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas said his department and the Secret Service are working with law enforcement to investigate the shooting. Maintaining the security of presidential candidates and their campaign events is one of the department's "most vital priorities," he said.

"We condemn this violence in the strongest possible terms and commend the Secret Service for their swift action today," Mayorkas said. "We are engaged with President Biden, former President Trump and their campaigns, and are taking every possible measure to ensure their safety and security."

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Calls for an investigation came from all sides.

James Comer, a Kentucky Republican who is the House Oversight Committee chairman, said he contacted the Service Service for a briefing and called on Director Kimberly Cheatle to appear for a hearing. Comer said his committee will send a formal invitation soon.

"Political violence in all forms is unamerican and unacceptable. There are many questions and Americans demand answers," Comer said in a statement.

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres, a New York Democrat, called for investigating "security failures" at the rally.

"The federal government must constantly learn from security failures in order to avoid repeating them, especially when those failures have implications for the nation," Torres said.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers, a Democrat, posted on X that he and his staff are in contact with security planning coordinators ahead of the Republican National Convention set to begin Monday in Milwaukee. "We cannot be a country that accepts political violence of any kind — that is not who we are as Americans," Evers said.

The FBI said it will lead the investigation into the shooting, working with the Secret Service and local and state law enforcement.

Attorney General Merrick Garland said the Justice Department "will bring every available resource to bear to this investigation."

"My heart is with the former President, those injured, and the family of the spectator killed in this horrific attack," Garland said in a statement. "We will not tolerate violence of any kind, and violence like this is an attack on our democracy."

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“i never recover”: andy samberg once bombed “dick in a box” live with justin timberlake.

Samberg recalls a live performance that went wildly wrong at Madison Square Garden.

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When you’re lucky enough to have a viral hit song, and it happens to be with a pop music superstar, and then you get a chance to perform it at Madison Square Garden … and you utterly blow it.

It’s a story Andy Samberg just told on The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast on Monday.

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Samberg eventually got the opportunity to perform the song with Timberlake at a show in New York, and that’s where things went wrong. Despite Samberg’s familiarity and comfort with doing live performances, concert performers typically use in-ear monitors to follow along with the track because the audience can be rather loud and distracting.

“Justin hit me up. He’s like, ‘Yo, I’m coming to New York. I’m doing Madison Square Garden. We’re going to do it as the last encore.’ And I was like, ‘Fuck yeah! Oh my God. MSG. This is it!’ So, I went there in the afternoon. We did a rehearsal. We come up through the middle of the stage, all dramatic. And it was the first time I’d ever worked with in-ears … [Timberlake] was like, ‘Just so you know, it gets really loud, so you have to have the in-ears. I was like, ‘I’ll be fine.'”

“In rehearsal, it was super calm and chill,” he continued. “I can hear him perfectly. … I watched most of the show, this is fucking incredible, I was like, ‘I can’t believe I’m about to be on that stage,’ it was 10,000 people going crazy.”

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