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Big Bus - New York Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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Duration: 1, 2 days

Included

  • Hop-on hop-off bus tour in New York
  • Audio guide available in 6 languages
  • Night tour (with Essential ticket only)
  • Cruise (with Explore ticket only)

Excluded

  • Entry to attractions (unless specified)
  • Hotel pickup and drop off

Important information

Schedule:

Downtown Loop (Red Route):
Operates: Daily 9am to 4:30pm
Frequency: 30 mins

Uptown Loop (Blue Route):
Operates: Daily 10am to 4pm
Frequency: 60 mins

Night tour (with Essential ticket only):
Departure point: Stop #1 (M&M's World)
Departure times: 7pm & 8pm
Duration: 2 hours

Circle Line Liberty Cruise (with Explore ticket only)
Departure points: Pier 83, 42nd Street, Hudson River Park
Duration: 1 hour

Circle Line Landmarks Cruise (with Explore ticket only)
Departure points: Pier 83, 42nd Street, Hudson River Park
Duration: 90 minutes

Please note:

Redeem vouchers (printed or digital) with a barcode/QR code at bus stop 1, 2, 3, 5 or 9 with a Big Bus staff member.
For accurate bus timings on the day, please download the Big Bus app as all buses run on live GPS tracking.
You can receive a full refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the activity starts. However, if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity or fail to show up, no refund will be provided.

Highlights

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Visit the Big Apple and have a trip to remember with our New York Hop-on Hop-off bus tour. See the city's world-famous landmarks, including the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and much more! Leave your transport worries behind as we take you to the main locations across the big city. With two different bus routes and three ticket options, you'll be able to create a clear itinerary for your trip.

Discover Ticket

Valid for 1 day, the Discover ticket will show you the city’s main sights and attractions. With this ticket, you’ll have access to the downtown loop (red route), which will take you to Times Square, the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, the iconic Statue of Liberty, and more. Covering the main landmarks of the city, this is a great option if you’re short on time!

Essential Ticket

To see more sights, book the Essential ticket for a 1-day bus ticket with access to both the downtown and uptown route. Switch between routes at Times Square and check off all your must-see locations. The uptown bus route will take you to Byrant Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park, and more. Plus, watch the city come to life after dark with a 2-hour night tour. Admire the New York skyline illuminating and hear fascinating commentary from the expert live guide.

Explore Ticket

If you have more time to spare, book the Explore ticket for a 2-day hop-on hop-off experience in New York. With access to the downtown and uptown routes, you’ll be able to spend more time exploring different areas of the city. Divide your time over both days, covering the red route in one and the blue route in another. Spend more time exploring each location such as Central Park, the Guggenheim Museum, and more. Plus, choose between the Circle Line Liberty Cruise or the Circle Line Landmarks Cruise to see the city from the water!