Experience the magic of New York City during the holiday season aboard an open-top double-decker bus on our limited-edition Holiday Lights Tour! Marvel at dazzling displays and festive decorations as you journey past the city’s most iconic landmarks and neighborhoods.
New York: Holiday Lights Tour by Open-top Bus
Summary Description
Highlights
- Experience the magic of New York City during the holiday season while enjoying a cozy and comfortable ride on an open-top double-decker bus
- Take part in a complimentary holiday photoshoot by Smiler—professional photos are available for purchase to capture your festive memories
- See iconic sights including the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, Times Square, Fifth Avenue, and Bryant Park Winter Village
- Learn the stories and significance behind each illuminated landmark from your expert live guide
- Savor a holiday treat at Planet Hollywood to complete your festive evening (Winterberry Breeze cocktail or Snow Puff hot chocolate)
Description
Each winter, New York City transforms into a sparkling wonderland—and there’s no better way to take it all in than on our Holiday Lights Tour.
Your evening begins with a complimentary holiday photoshoot, courtesy of Smiler, where professional photographers capture your picture-perfect moments in front of the dazzling city lights. Participation in the photoshoot is free, and guests will have the opportunity to purchase their favorite digital photos afterward as a keepsake of this magical night. Then, hop aboard a comfortable bus for a captivating adventure through the iconic landmarks and neighborhoods of New York City. Your expert guides, with their extensive knowledge and passion for the city, share fascinating stories and insider tips along the way. Beginning in Times Square, you’ll board our open-top double-decker bus to see Midtown Manhattan lit up for the festive season, with key sights including the world-famous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the twinkling department store displays on Saks Fifth Avenue, the Bryant Park Winter Village, and the spectacular decorations along Fifth Avenue. Your tour concludes at Planet Hollywood in Times Square, where a special holiday treat awaits—a sweet finale to a night filled with wonder, laughter, and lasting memories. The New York Holiday Lights Tour is the perfect way to celebrate the season and create cherished memories with your loved ones. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience that brings together the very best of New York City and the holiday spirit.
Included / Excluded
- 1.5-hour Holiday Lights Tour
- Open-top Double Decker Bus
- Live guide
- Professional Photoshoot with pictures available for purchase
- Holiday treat (Winterberry Breeze cocktail or Snow Puff hot chocolate)
- Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
Start / End Locations
Start Location: M&M'S World, Broadway, New York, NY, USA
End Location: Planet Hollywood New York, West 42nd Street, New York, NY, USA
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants required to sit on laps
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Luggage is not permitted on board the bus at this time
- 100% of our New York fleet is wheelchair accessible
- Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck
- Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators
- On the day, please arrive 15 minutes in advance of your departure time
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity
Options and Pricing
| New York Holiday Lights Night Tour | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (13 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (3 - 12 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
- Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, USA
- Macy's, West 34th Street, New York, NY, USA
- Times Square, Manhattan, NY, USA
- Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USA
- Rockefeller Center, 45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, USA
- Radio City Music Hall, 1260 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020, USA
- Bryant Park Winter Village, 6th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
Terms and Conditions
Voucher is non-refundable after it has been scanned and activated by a member of staff.
Additional Information
At the end of the tour, Planet Hollywood will be offering our guests an option of:
Winterberry Breeze
Helix Vodka, Cranberry, Ginger Beer, Chai Syrup, garnished with mint, cranberries and ginger candy
or
Snow Puff
Hot Swiss Chocolate, garnished with whipped cream, holiday sprinkles and roasted marshmallow
Redemption Information
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
About operator:
Big Bus Tours is the world’s largest operator of open-top sightseeing tours, inspiring the spirit of adventure in 26 world-famous cities across four continents. Beginning its journey 28 years’ ago, with a fleet of only three buses, Big Bus Tours has swiftly expanded to a global fleet of hundreds of open-top buses, turning 6 million tourists into explorers, every year. Big Bus Tours operates in Prague, Boston, Madrid, Munich, Los Angeles, Singapore, Dublin, London, Dubai, Hong Kong, New York, Las Vegas, Chicago, Abu Dhabi, Budapest, Miami, Muscat, Rome, Paris, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Darwin, Sydney, Vienna, Washington DC and Berlin, with a sightseeing concept designed to provide a flexible approach to city discovery. Each open-top bus tour provides a hop-on, hop-off facility at a
variety of interesting locations, with complimentary additions to enhance the visitor sightseeing experience.
We envision to be the number 1 thing to do in every world-famous city. Our vision is to be the #1 thing to do in every world famous city. In doing so, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality Hop on Hop off service in the industry. Our tours are enriched with state-of-the-art digital audio-guides that are not only informative, but also entertaining for individuals of all ages. Covering all major landmarks and points of interest in each city, our buses offer the flexibility for customers to hop on and off at their convenience throughout the duration of their ticket. We pride ourselves in offering a wide variety of products tailored to meet the needs of every traveller, with many tickets even including additional exciting activities such as boat tours, walking tours, and attraction tickets.
variety of interesting locations, with complimentary additions to enhance the visitor sightseeing experience.
We envision to be the number 1 thing to do in every world-famous city. Our vision is to be the #1 thing to do in every world famous city. In doing so, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality Hop on Hop off service in the industry. Our tours are enriched with state-of-the-art digital audio-guides that are not only informative, but also entertaining for individuals of all ages. Covering all major landmarks and points of interest in each city, our buses offer the flexibility for customers to hop on and off at their convenience throughout the duration of their ticket. We pride ourselves in offering a wide variety of products tailored to meet the needs of every traveller, with many tickets even including additional exciting activities such as boat tours, walking tours, and attraction tickets.
Basic Information
- Duration: 2 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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