The New York CityPASS is easy to use and valid for nine days from the time of its first use. In contrast, the New York Pass is available for one, two, three, four, five, seven or ten calendar days, from the time of its first use. In addition, with both passes, there are no extra costs involved at the attractions.

The primary difference lies in flexibility versus curation. The New York CityPASS® is a "highlights" pass designed for first-time visitors; it includes entry to 5 major attractions (2 fixed and 3 of your choice) over a 9-day period, offering up to 40% savings. In contrast, the New York Pass® (by Go City) is an "all-inclusive" time-based pass; it offers entry to over 100+ attractions for a set number of consecutive days (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, or 10). If you want to see the 5 "must-sees" at a relaxed pace, CityPASS is better. If you are a "power tourist" who wants to hit 3 or 4 sites a day—including hidden gems like walking tours or the Edge—the New York Pass offers much higher value. For 2026, both passes have transitioned to fully digital QR codes, but the New York Pass generally requires more advance planning to secure reservations for popular tours, whereas CityPASS focuses on the city's most iconic, high-capacity crowd-pullers.