Discover New York City's museums and landmarks from an open-top bus and hop off at any stop to explore. Visit The Big Apple's top sights including Times Square, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, and more.
Summary Description
Highlights
- Discover New York’s history and hidden gems with insightful digital commentary
- Hop off to explore the many world-class museums and galleries around Museum Mile
- Visit world-class museums and historical sites along convenient stops
- Pay tribute at the 9/11 Memorial and explore the original Twin Tower sites
- Admire the Statue of Liberty from Battery Park
- Explore Brooklyn and DUMBO with a local guide
Description
Start your adventure with Big Bus New York! Our hop-on hop-off tours are the perfect way to explore the iconic sights of the city at your own pace.
Discover the vibrant energy of Times Square, marvel at the architectural wonders of the Empire State Building, and soak in the beauty of Central Park. With our convenient hop-on hop-off stops strategically located throughout the city, you have the freedom to explore the attractions that interest you most.
Our comfortable double-decker buses offer panoramic views, ensuring you don't miss a single landmark. Sit back and relax as our professional digital audio provides insightful commentary, sharing fascinating stories and historical facts about the city.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, our hop-on hop-off tours are designed to cater to your needs. With flexible ticket options, you can choose a duration that suits your schedule, allowing you to make the most of your time in the city that never sleeps.
 Book your Big Bus New York hop-on hop-off tour today and embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Big Apple!
Experience the perfect introduction to New York with a Hop on Hop off Big Bus tour. Relax on an open-top double decker sightseeing bus while listening to insightful and engaging digital commentary. The bus route takes you on a captivating journey through New York's rich history and vibrant modern life, as well as its many memorials and museums.
You'll have the opportunity to hop off and explore the city's most iconic historical sites, including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, Broadway, and the One World Trade Center with its 360-degree view of the stunning skyline. Pay tribute to the memory of those lost in the tragic event at the 9/11 Memorial just steps away.
The Downtown Loop is a 90 minute circuit, while the Uptown Loop is 75 minutes. Many guests choose to ride a full loop to see the city before deciding where to hop off on the next loop around. Buses arrive every 10-15 minutes on the Downtown Loop and every 30 minutes on the Uptown Loop throughout the day.
Explore Lower Manhattan on the Downtown tour, including popular neighbourhoods such as the Flatiron District, World Trade Center, Battery Park, SoHo & NoHo, Greenwich Village & East Village, Chelsea, and the Financial District. Wander around Wall St. to see the famous Stock Exchange and Charging Bull. Eat your way through Little Italy and Chinatown, shop at the high-end boutiques in SoHo, or see the open-air observation deck at The Edge in Hudson Yards.
Then make your way to the Upper East Side, home to some of New York’s most popular museums. Explore the Frick Collection and the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met). The Uptown Loop takes you through Midtown, passing by Grand Central Terminal and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
Plus, enjoy a bus and walking tour of the iconic Brooklyn and DUMBO neighbourhoods with a local guide.
Included / Excluded
- 72-Hour Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off access
- Brooklyn & DUMBO Tour with local guide
- Professional digital commentary in multiple languages (souvenir earbuds included)
- Downtown and Uptown Loop Access
- Free Wi-Fi and Souvenir Headphones
- Free Butterbeer Ice Cream
- Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
- Live Guide
Start / End Locations
Start Location: M&M'S World, Broadway, New York, NY, USA
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants required to sit on laps
Commentary
Audio : English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Italian
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Luggage is not permitted on board the bus at this time
- Our entire fleet of buses are wheelchair accessible on the lower deck
- Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators.
- Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck
- Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member
- Download the Big Bus app for live bus tracking and 24-hour chat help
- Souvenir earbuds provided, or use your own
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
72-hour Unlimited Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing tour on Downtown & Uptown Loops. Plus, Bike Rental Offer: Buy 1 Hour, Get 1 Hour free
| New York Explore | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (13 - 99 years) | $100.00 |
Points of interest
- 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Greenwich Street, New York, NY, USA
- Empire State Building, West 34th Street, New York, NY, USA
- Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY, USA
- Central Park, New York, NY, USA
- Metropolitan Museum of Art, 5th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
- Times Square, Manhattan, NY, USA
- Hudson Yards, Hudson Yards, New York, NY, USA
- USA, NY, New York, New York, Broadway, M&M's
- Bryant Park, New York, NY, USA
- Statue of Liberty National Monument, New York, NY, USA
Terms and Conditions
Voucher is non-refundable after it has been activated by a member of staff.
Additional Information
Tickets are valid for redemption up to 14 days after selected travel date.
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
FAQ
What audio commentary is available on the tour?
Our bus tours feature pre-recorded commentary in the following languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese
