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The ultimate NYC Christmas itinerary for 1, 2 and 3 days

Nothing compares to Christmas in New York City. Millions of twinkling lights adorn the buildings everywhere, providing the perfect background for cheery holiday shows, iconic experiences, and some of the best shopping in the world. We think your itinerary should reflect this magic. So, we compiled the only NYC Christmas itinerary you’ll need to see the best of the city.

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If you have limited time you’ll be especially pleased. We’ve included an itinerary for a day trip for those with only 👉 1-day to see the city at Christmas ! There is also a 👉 2-day itinerary and 👉 one for three days .

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1 Day NYC Christmas Itinerary

If you only have one day in NYC for Christmas you’ll want to focus on as many of the city’s iconic Christmas sights as you can, while including the must-see borough of Brooklyn. This means an early start and a detailed game plan (don’t worry, we’ve included both a map and a handy list of all the places mentioned at the end of each section to help with your plan of attack!).

1 Day in NYC at Christmas: Morning – One World Observatory and Holiday Village at The Oculus

With only a day to explore NYC, the only way you’ll see all of the city’s famous buildings is through one of the sky-high observatories. We recommend the One World Observatory as it opens a full hour before the Empire State Building , therefore freeing up more of your time. It also helps that for Christmas, the observatory has been transformed into a mountainside Onederland complete with cozy red and white sleighs, a faux fireplace, and cozy gingerbread decor. Be sure to bring your camera!

After your bird’s eye views of NYC’s best sights, take a five minute walk to the nearby bird-shaped Oculus building for some of the city’s best shopping and a nostalgic Holiday Market. Booths serving everything from locally baked goods to scented candles and surrounded by Christmas trees and snowy scenery bring true holiday cheer as you end your morning.

My tip: These are the best holiday markets in NYC

1 Day in NYC at Christmas: For Lunch

For lunch we suggest the historic Gansevoort Market Food Court onsite at the Oculus, or the local favorite for salads, Sweetgreen, which is right next door.

My tip: These are the best Christmas restaurants in NYC

1 Day in NYC at Christmas: Afternoon–Brooklyn Bridge and Dumbo Holiday Market

For the afternoon of your 1 day NYC Christmas itinerary, you’ll want to squeeze in some Brooklyn sights. Luckily, the Oculus is within walking distance to the famous Brooklyn Bridge . Take the 40 minute walk across the historic bridge to Brooklyn where you’ll spend the afternoon staring in awe at the best views of the Manhattan skyline you’ll find in all of New York. Don’t worry if it’s too cold to take the walk. It’s easy to hop on a train to Brooklyn right from the Oculus. Or, if you prefer, you can take a guided bus tour of the area ( THIS is the best tour in my opinion ).

Once you get to the Dumbo neighborhood on the Brooklyn side of the bridge, you’ll want to find the iconic Manhattan Bridge spot on Washington Street for the perfect selfie with the Manhattan Bridge in the background. Or head to the Brooklyn Bridge Park on the edge of the river for breathtaking views. We also recommend stopping for hot chocolate at Jacques Torres ’ (yes that same Jacques Torres from Netflix’s popular Nailed It series) and the very artsy Dumbo Holiday Market.

1 Day in NYC at Christmas: Dinner

For dinner, we suggest the tantalizing Christmas menu at the upscale River Cafe (reservations usually required) or any of the fantastic restaurants at the 1 Hotel . For budget options, Dumbo has a Shake Shack and an excellent pizza place run by locals on Front Street.

1 Day in NYC at Christmas: Evening- Rockefeller Christmas Tree and Rockettes Christmas Show

As the sun disappears, New York City reveals why no other place compares at Christmas. Buildings come alive with lights, music fills the air, and the energy changes. The Rockefeller Plaza Area is the best place to take it all in. Head to the Rockefeller Tree to see one of the world’s tallest Christmas trees. Nearby, find the Saks Fifth Avenue building for a heartwarming light show . As you walk, you’ll pass holiday windows, fairly lights everywhere, and projections to warm your heart. Don’t miss DIOR (59th corner 5th Ave.), Bergdorf Goodman (5th Ave corner 58th St.), the Cartier Building (5th Ave corner 52nd St.) and the FOX News Christmas Tree (6th Ave corner 48th St.)).

When you’ve had your fill of holiday cheer, walk a few minutes to the Radio City Music Hall to end your day with the must see Rockettes Christmas Show .

As promised, here’s a handy list of your one day NYC Christmas Itinerary stops. We’ve also added a map for reference!

Things To Do on Your Christmas Day Trip to NYC

• Wonderland at the One World Observatory
• Holiday Village at the Oculus
• Brooklyn Bridge
• Dumbo Holiday Market
• Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree
• Saks Fifth Avenue Light Show
• Rockettes Christmas Show at Radio City Music Hall

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2 Day Itinerary to NYC at Christmas

If you are coming to NYC for two days this Christmas or you are planning your Christmas weekend in NYC, this itinerary is for you. You’ll want to spend a day and a half exploring Manhattan and the evening of the second day exploring some fantastic Christmas lights in Brooklyn. Here’s how to do it!

2 Days in NYC at Christmas: Day 1

Morning- empire state building, macy’s christmas windows.

Start the first day of your 2 day NYC Christmas trip with a visit to the historic Empire State Building for views of every famous building in New York. Plan to spend about an hour and a half to two hours getting to the cheerfully decorated viewing decks and taking in all the sights. Look out for Central Park, the Statue of Liberty , the Brooklyn Bridge, and more. Go prepared to snap photo after photo!

After leaving the Empire State Building, walk two minutes west to 34th Street where you’ll find Macy’s Holiday Windows, a local Christmas tradition in New York City. Admire the Christmas stories visually depicted in each window of the beloved department store while you mingle with local families out for some fun. When you’re done, this is a good area to get some shopping done as there are many budget stores in the area.

For lunch, Rib No 7 is a good option for a more upscale experience. The whole Herald Square area is also home to many casual eateries so you’ll have your pick of options on every block you pass.

Afternoon – Morgan Museum and Bryant Park’s Winter Village

After lunch, you’ll be walking up to the picturesque Bryant Park (about a 8 minute walk from Macy’s). But first, since you have two days, we thought you could spare an hour or two to stop at one of NYC’s more manageable museums!

History buffs and book lovers will especially appreciate the treasures in the Morgan Library and Museum . Fine art, mostly with historic or academic significance, and rare books, are the highlights of this museum. But truly, anyone will appreciate the rarities in the private collections of J.P. Morgan who this museum is named for.

After leaving the Morgan, head up to Bryant Park where every Christmas, the green space transforms into a Christmassy Winter Village . Spend your afternoon wandering through delightful booths where leather goods, fashion, jewelry, Christmas ornaments and more can be bought for yourself or your loved ones. We also recommend trying out the skating at the ice skating rink right next to Bryant Park’s life-size Christmas tree.

My tip: These are the best ice rinks in NYC

For dinner, you can try some light fare at The Lodge in Winter Village or head to the Grill , also in Bryant Park, for a more substantial meal to get you ready for your evening.

Evening- Times Square, Balanchine’s Nutcracker Ballet

Times Square is one of those bucket list places you’ll want to see on your two day Christmas trip to NYC. With dizzying lights, neon billboards, and foreign sounds and smells, it’s a sensory overload any time of year. But Christmas sees the lights going into overdrive and it’s truly a spectacular sight. Spend your evening walking around and taking in the electricity in the air. Look out for famous characters like the naked cowboy, and do spend some time sitting at Duffy Square just inhaling it all.

When you’re done, head west towards the river to end the first day of your 2 day NYC Christmas itinerary with the Nutcracker Ballet, a holiday classic even New Yorkers rush to see every year.

2 Days in NYC at Christmas: Day 2

Morning- rockefeller center and christmas tree.

No Christmas trip to NYC is complete without seeing the larger than life Rockefeller Tree and Center. Start your second day admiring the tree early in the morning when it’s not too crowded. After taking in the colorful lights sparkling on the tree, head to the nearby Channel Gardens in Rockefeller Center for even more lights in the form of sparkling angels standing like guards to the garden’s water features. If you look up while sitting in the gardens, you’ll also see the Saks Fifth Avenue light show! After you’ve had your fill of sparkle, you’ll want to walk along Fifth Avenue to take in the Holiday Windows of the area.

My tip: These are the best holiday lights and decorations in NYC

Rockefeller Center is home to such a delicious array of dining options that we would recommend eating there. Here are your dining options .

Afternoon–Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair

After spending so much time outside, you’ll welcome the warmth of the Grand Central Terminal, just a ten minute walk away. But Grand Central is more than just a warm place to escape New York’s brutal winter. The Terminal is home to elegant shops and restaurants year round. But come Christmas, one of the city’s best Holiday Markets add to the charm. While you stroll through the tastefully decorated Market, look up for the famous paintings on the Terminal’s ceilings. And stop by the Campbell to have a shot of whiskey or a cocktail from their unbelievable collection.

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Grand Central houses some of the city’s best restaurants. We recommend The Oyster Bar or Tartinery for a more casual dinner.

Evening – Birdland Jazz Club and Dyker Heights Holiday Lights

Come evening you’ll be leaving Grand Central and walking to the off-the-beaten-track Birdland Jazz Club for one of their early evening Christmas shows. With red decor and Christmas cheer everywhere Birdland is perfect for losing yourself in some soulful music.

After the hour-long Christmas show, it will be the perfect time to head out to Dyker Heights in Brooklyn for what is arguably the best display of residential Christmas lights in New York. Admire home after home decked out in red, blue and white lights and surrounded by holiday ornaments. With the homes going to lengths to outdo each other, you’re in for a real treat! Getting to Dyker Heights can be challenging so we recommend a guided bus tour to make it easier.

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Things to do on a 2 day nyc christmas trip.

• Empire State Building
• Macy’s Holiday Windows
• Morgan Library and Museum
• Bryant Park’s Winter Village
• Times Square
• Nutcracker Ballet
• Rockefeller Christmas Tree
• Rockefeller Center-Channel Gardens
• The Peninsula Hotel
• Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair
• Birdland Jazz Club
• Dyker Heights Christmas Lights

3 Day NYC Christmas Itinerary

With 3 days in NYC for Christmas you’ll be able to see the most quintessential NYC sights and to head to a few in the outer boroughs for a deeper experience!

3 Day NYC Christmas Itinerary: Day 1

Morning- central park and the tavern on the green christmas tree.

More movies than can be counted have taken advantage of the magical settings all over Central Park. When Christmas comes around, some of these sites get elevated into what can only be described as fairy tales. This is where you’ll start your 3 day Christmas trip to New York City.

Enter at the Harlem Meer entrance at 110 Street to see the park’s floating Christmas Trees. From there wander over to the Charles A Dana Center for more holiday lights, or head up further in the park (between 57th and 59th St.) where a romantic horse carriage ride in a carriage decked out in holiday finery can be booked with add-ons like chocolates and roses (pre-booking during the holiday season is highly suggested)! Ice skating at Wollman Rink should also be part of your plans for this morning ( My tip: These are the best ice rinks in NYC ).

And even if you don’t plan on eating there, we recommend stopping at the movie famous Tavern on The Green to see their Christmas tree and holiday decorations.

Speaking of eating, we highly recommend eating in Tavern on The Green for lunch. Or head outside the park to one of the nearby Le Pain Quotidien locations for something more casual.

Afternoon – Origami Tree at The Museum of Natural History and Columbus Circle Holiday Market

After spending a full morning outside, head to the first floor of the nearby Museum of Natural History to see their unusual origami Christmas Tree. Every year the tree has a different theme, but the themes are always related to the natural world. Past origami decorations on the tree have included dinosaurs and bugs. While there you may also want to check out the fantastic exhibitions in the world class museum. After, end your afternoon at the Columbus Circle Holiday Market where everything from holiday foods to jewelry can be had.

For dinner, head to 53rd and 9th where a local favorite for inexpensive but delicious meals, Poulette , is located. Or, walk up to Bar Boulud for a more upscale experience.

Evening- Times Square and a Broadway Christmas Play

Ending your day with a broadway show is a very New York thing to do. Before heading to one of the excellent holiday plays on Broadway, stop at Times Square for a stunning array of holiday lights and flashing billboards. The area is touristy, but no visit to New York City is complete without seeing it at least once.

My tip: These are the best broadway shows during the holiday season !

3 Day NYC Christmas Itinerary: Day 2

Morning- santa claus at top of the rock and rockefeller center.

Since New York City is the city of skyscrapers you really can’t visit and not see the most iconic ones. Day 2 of your Christmas itinerary starts with Rockefeller Center’s Top of The Rock Observatory where you’ll have less lines and an easier time getting up and down. After admiring the lighted Empire State Building and all the other icons, head to the Top Of The Rock Shop for ornaments or stop to snap a pic with Santa Claus.

Once downstairs on the street again, head to the Rockefeller Christmas Tree , another of the city’s popular holiday sights you don’t want to miss. It will be too early for the Saks Fifth Avenue Light Show, but you can sit in the Channel Gardens where the illuminated angels and twinkling trees will bring some much needed warmth in the cold. This whole area is NYC’s holiday central, so head to the Holiday Windows on Fifth Avenue, stop at the magical skating rink just below the Christmas tree, and be sure to take photos of all the twinkling installations along the way. If this sounds like a lot, you can also book a guided Holiday Tour of the area to ensure you don’t miss a thing!

After being outside for much of the morning, you’ll want to head inside to any of Rockefeller Center’s well loved restaurants for lunch.

Afternoon- Radio City Music Hall and A Rockettes Show

For your afternoon, take the short walk from Rockefeller Center to Radio City Music Hall for a backstage tour or to see an early afternoon showing of The Rockettes Show, a NYC Christmas institution that will have you dancing to the entertaining holiday selections.

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After your early show, try the famous Del Friscos for an unforgettable dinner. Or Toloache for something more spicy.

Evening- Holiday Train Show at New York Botanical Garden

New York City’s gardens all celebrate Christmas in a big way. This evening you will spend a few hours exploring this major one out in the Bronx . Give yourself an early start to get to it as Bronx is a good distance away from where you’ll likely be staying in Manhattan or Brooklyn. Once there, prepare to be awed by a miles long light show that transforms the garden’s wintery plants with thousands of fairy lights and illuminated installations every evening.

After taking in the lights, explore the miniature renditions of New York City’s buildings and the trains chugging around them in the onsite train show. If you’ve never seen a Holiday Train Show, this one is highly recommended.

3 Day NYC Christmas Itinerary: Day 3

Morning- shine bright light show at hudson yards and winter lights at the high line.

It takes a lot to impress local New Yorkers and the Christmas lights at Hudson Yards have managed to do that. You’ll be ending your 3 days NYC Christmas trip with a bang by joining them at this dazzling light show at Hudson Yards . Walk through a forest of twinkling trees for a magical experience. Head inside the mall for millions of lights everywhere and a suspended hot air balloon also adorned with fairy lights. Whatever you do, do not forget your camera or phone!

After leaving Hudson Yards, head to the nearby High Line Park for a modern take on holiday lights. High Line Park’s reflective holiday lighting installations are as inventive as the first-of-its kind park and sure to have you smiling.

The famous Chelsea Market is close by. We suggest having lunch in one of their excellent eateries!

Afternoon – Holiday Harbor Cruise.

This afternoon you’ll be heading from Chelsea Market up to Chelsea Piers where you’ll be winding down your trip with a relaxing Holiday Harbor Cruise around New York City. See the city from the comfort of a well decorated yacht where you’ll be served cocktails or hot chocolate and dinner, depending on the cruise you choose.

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Evening-North Pole Express Bus Tour

For your last night, you’ll be going all out and taking a festive North Pole Express ride through Manhattan for a tour of the city’s best Christmas lights. End your NYC Christmas trip singing carols, meeting Santa, and listening to Christmas stories aboard a festive bus with people who all came to New York to enjoy the magic of the city.

It’s the perfect end to your time in New York City!

Everything You’ll Do on Your Three Day NYC Christmas Itinerary

3 days in nyc at christmas: day 1.

• Central Park Holiday Lights
• Tavern On The Green Christmas Tree
• Museum Of Natural History Origami Tree
• Columbus Circle Holiday Market
• Times Square Lights
• A Holiday Show on Broadway

3 Days in NYC at Christmas: Day 2

• Top Of The Rock Observatory
• Rockefeller Center
• Radio City Music Hall Tour
• Rockettes Show
• New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show

3 Days in NYC at Christmas: Day 3

• Shine Bright Light Show at Hudson Yards
• Winter Lights at High Line Park
• Chelsea Market
• Christmas Harbour Cruise
• North Pole Express Bus Tour

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New York City is truly the best place on earth to spend Christmas at. Use these itineraries to help you see everything that’s special about the city and I guarantee you won’t miss a thing!

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HOLIDAY LIGHTS & MOVIE SITES TOUR

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• Calendar Availability: November - January
• User Ages: All ages
• Hour Glass Duration: Approx. 3 hours for public tours, Small private tours are typically approx. 2 - 2.5 hours
• Tag Tour Type: Bus Tour , Public Bus/Vehicle Tour
• Open Book Language: English

Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Tour by On Location Tours

See how New York City sparkles during the holidays as you spot iconic landmarks and you’re guided to some of the city’s hidden gems all from the comfort of a nice warm bus.

Visit the locations where your favorite holiday movies were filmed throughout Manhattan!

Whether you’re visiting New York or looking for a unique holiday experience in your hometown, this sightseeing excursion is sure to spread holiday cheer!

Your NYC holiday sightseeing adventure begins at 63rd and Broadway near Columbus Circle where you will meet your tour guide. From there, we’ll hop on the warm tour bus and head around Columbus Circle and take a look up Central Park West, home to the annual commencement of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, where you’ll reminisce on filming locations featured in Elf, Mr. Popper’s Penguins and more!

Your guide will lead you through the Upper East Side to Serendipity 3 before making a stop at Bloomingdales to take a peek at the department store’s celebrated holiday window displays, featured in Serendipity.

When you return to the bus, you’ll continue the tour through midtown Manhattan to view more of the city’s most renowned displays of the season that you’ll recognize from Eloise at Christmastime, The Family Man and much more while making your way right through Rockefeller Center for a spectacular view of the most famous Christmas tree in New York featured in Home Alone 2, Noel and Elf.

You’ll continue down Fifth Avenue before ending the tour at Bryant Park, home to the charming ice skating rink seen in many Christmas films.

What Will You See On This Tour?

Peek into the brilliant holiday windows at Bloomingdales, Bergdorf Goodman, and the same Macy’s you’ll remember from Miracle on 34th Street

Catch a glimpse of the famed tree in Rockefeller Center, featured in Home Alone 2

Pass through Central Park and watch some ice skaters at Wollman Rink, as seen in Serendipity

See the apartment building featured in Elf

Witness the electrifying storefront displays as you’re guided down Fifth Avenue, passing swanky shops like Tiffany & Co. featured in New Year’s Eve

Enjoy a photo-op in front of the tree at Lincoln Center featured in Scrooged

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Our private tours have a more intimate vibe, where you can ask our tour guide more questions about their experiences while being on a set. The guide can personalize the tour by paying extra attention to your group and helping you get the best photos!

We have various size vehicles to accommodate your private tour. Depending on the size of your group, your tour might be in a Sedan, an SUV, a sprinter or a limo.

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• Chevron down Upper West Side

While driving around this area, you will see locations from Ghostbusters , Elf and Mr. Popper’s Penguins . One of these locations is Tavern on the Green , a well-known restaurant featured in many movies that were filmed in New York City. While going back down towards Columbus Circle, you will pass by Lincoln Center. The world’s leading performing arts center and home to scenes of Moonstruck and New Year’s Eve .

• Chevron down Central Park

Central Park is the most filmed location in New York City. It is a combination of lush woodland, lakes, gardens and rocky areas. One of the famous locations is Bethesda Terrace. The Christmas movies Elf and Home Alone 2 were also filmed here. On 59 th Street on the South Side of Central Park is The Plaza located. Also known from Home Alone 2 and many more movies.

• Chevron down Upper East Side

While this tour does not go into the Upper East Side, it does quickly swing by Serendipity : Movie location and restaurant with frozen hot chocolate. We will also make a stop by famous shopping windows that are fully decorated in Holiday style.

• Chevron down Midtown

Heading into midtown traffic you’ll pass by The Rockefeller Center. Home to the famous Christmas Tree and Christmas spectacular The Rockettes . When we head back to the west side, you will come by 34 th Street where the famous Macy’s from A Miracle on 34 th Street was filmed.

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This tour is for all ages.

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Yes, the vehicle will stop a few times throughout the tour to let guests off and walk around, as well as visit some of the locations.

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No, our buses do not have two decks. Depending on the size of your group, your tour might be in a coach bus, mini bus, Sedan, SUV, or sprinter.

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Please email [email protected] at least 24 hours in advance of the tour to request a wheelchair-accessible vehicle.

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• West 42nd Street & 7th Avenue, W 42nd St & 7th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA Beside of Red Lobster
• Infants must sit on laps
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Stroller accessible
• Wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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• leshia63 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Choose another company Choose another company! We were told to be at the bus location at 8:15pm for a night tour that lasts 90 min. We were there a few minutes early. After some difficulty and confusion at the door we boarded, waited 30 minutes then they drove around bust Times Square before stopping again and waiting 30 more minutes for why? We don’t know…. Finally started out but by then weather had gotten cool, our guide was nice but no knowledge of the places we were seeing except what stars might live there …. We got back after 1030pm. Not a fan of this bus , it wasn’t full when others were so now I know why. Read more Written April 29, 2024
• 955gladiess 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Need my refund The bus wasn’t there, they told us it’s no longer operating so we had to buy tickets from a different bus tour agency. I called my credit card Company to dispute my transaction with the NYIC tour and hopefully I will get a full refund asap. Read more Written March 28, 2024
• luvolympics 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles TERRIBLE BUSINESS. NO show, no notice. Never book this business. We made reservations 3 weeks ago. NO BUS SHOWED UP.!!! NO notice it was NOT occurring. We were so looking forward to going on tour...but NO emails, texts, calls or someone to let us know it was not going to happen. We got to designated meeting spot 15 min early and stood out in cold for an hour to see if was going to happen. Spent $85 round trip to get a taxi down to meeting place AND THEY DIDNT SHOW UP. I tried to call and could not get in touch with anyone. We deserve a REFUND OF THE $98 for NO tour, as well as the $85 for taxi fees. After the fact, I talked to someone and they said that I would get refund. None yet. RIDICULOUS! TERRIBLE WAY TO DO BUSINESS. How do they stay in business? Trip Advisor and Viator should not put them on their sites. Read more Written March 18, 2024
• bdenisewalters 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Terrible The bus didn’t even show up! Trip advisor sold me tickets thru Viator and I was charged and showed up at the required time and place and waited 30 minutes and called 3 times. No call backs no bus! Rip OFF!! Read more Written March 10, 2024
• C9468GVdamienc 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Never showed up Still waiting on full refund as bud never arrived. I would not recommend at all. Very disappointing and the low point of my trip. Also very poor communication. Read more Written February 25, 2024
• dawnd891 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Never book this !!! Never showed up! Waited an hour in the freezing Feb. cold - wasted an afternoon of a 2 day trip🤬 One star is not even deserved.Bus guy from BigBus at the same stop said it happens all the time . Finally contacted NYC-Iconic Tours and got a refund . Can’t add photos as there was nothing to see except an empty bus stop. Read more Written February 24, 2024
• djmj8 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Was a good tour once we got on our bus. The tour was a good value for the money. My only complaint would be that the Bus was not at the pick up point at the reserved time. Fortunately I was able to get a hold of the tour company and they did come pick us up about 20 minutes later. I think better up front communication would help. There are several Hop on Hop off bus tours in NYC so make sure you call to confirm your date/time and pick up location with the tour company ahead of time. Read more Written February 12, 2024
• fran_oisbD1120JT 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Scam ! The bus was suppose to be at the corner of the street a 3pm. It finaly showed up at 15h45. The driver took me from the 59th street to the 42nd street. I had to wait 30 more minutes and after that, the driver told me the tour was cancelled because there was not enough people. And no refund was possible. Read more Written February 6, 2024
• Denbo1974 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Don’t book this tour company. We booked the 14.00h bus on Monday 5th February and the bus never turned up. The later 16.00h was a no show also. Absolute disgrace and I would urge others not to book this company. Read more Written February 6, 2024
• amandafY6152XC 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Do not choose this tour company! BE WARNED! This is a dishonest company who think it is ok to take money and deliver a product that is not at all as described, AND who will also stoop as low as to LIE to a major credit card company about the customer when the charge was disputed after getting NOWHERE with their customer service. Save yourself from disappointment and stress, do not select this company. Read more Written January 28, 2024
• 551amandinev 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Never show up and didn't refund me The bus was there but the driver never showed up, maybe the event has been cancelled but I didn't received any message, and worse... I only got 30% refund!! Would never book this operator again. Read more Written January 24, 2024
• endrer976 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Worst experience waiting for a bus that never came The bus did not come at scheduled time, and only offered partial refund despite us not beeing able to use the tickets. Bevare of fake positive reviews with 5*. Read more Written January 20, 2024
• mcruz3 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles NOT a good experience We were the first people on the bus that morning and the bus had not been swept or cleaned from what I assume the prior day. They gave us earphones but no direction as to what channel the tour was being played on, we had to figure it out for ourselves. Would NOT recommend them at all. Read more Written January 8, 2024
• Global30884371200 0 contributions 2.0 of 5 bubbles Misleading We were told the downtown loop tour was 90 minutes but at that point we were about 1/2 done so we got off and took the subway back. The audio tour was uninformative and mostly uninteresting. I’d pass Read more Written January 4, 2024
• Roving591806 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Too crowded. Couldn’t even drive to see lights Truly awful. Crowds were so bad it took 90 mins to go down 1 block. The crowds are not their fault but the driver said they knew that they were not able to conduct tours because if crowds yet they were continuing to take peoples money and then ignore complaints. Very disappointing Read more Written December 25, 2023

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Holiday lights tour w/ santa & elves, north pole express (standard experience), santa’s coming to town. join him.

Get your advanced tickets to the good list, because Santa is bringing the North Pole to the heart of Manhattan, New York.

Take a tour of Midtown Manhattan’s storied holiday lights as you listen to thrilling Christmas tales told by one of Santa’s Elves. End your journey at the North Pole to meet Santa Himself. Tell him your deepest Christmas wishes and get a sleigh bell as a good luck charm. It’s a Christmas NYC-style like no other!

• Santa at the "North Pole"
• Express Conductor
• Festive Winter Hat
• Secret Gift
• Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Storytelling
• Chocolate Cookie
• Hot Chocolate
• Cozy Blanket
• Golden Ticket

The Jolly Details

• Meet the Express conductor, two of Santa's elves, and Santa himself!
• Join our Christmas carol sing-along
• On-board storytelling
• Audio tour narration
• Holiday lights
• A longer route with more sights to see (7 miles)
• Hot cocoa and chocolate treats
• Gluten-free and dairy-free options available upon request. Please notify the conductor when boarding
• Seating: Guaranteed on the upper deck
• Round trip ticket to the "North Pole"
• A secret present from Santa (sleigh bell)
• Memorable stickers for all kids
• Complementary hat and blanket
• Highlights: Write down your wishes in a letter and tell Santa in person!
• Attire: Pajamas are welcome!

Dazzling Holiday Lights

• Rockefeller Christmas Tree
• Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Light Show
• Giant Red Ornaments
• Sparkling Toy
• Grand Central
• Columbus Circle
• Empire State Building
• Grand Army Plaza
• Radio City Music Hall
• Illuminated Taxi
• Holiday Candy Canes
• Cartier Holiday Lights
• Bryant Park Winter Village
• Holiday Trees on 6th
• Chrysler Building
• St. Patrick's Cathedral

Boarding Info

• Dates: Nov 11, 2024 - Jan 01, 2024
• Departure point: 42nd St btwn 5th and 6th ave, NY
• Departure time: 5:00pm & 6:45pm
• Destination: The "North Pole"
• How to board: Scan your e-pass, no print-outs needed
• Complete trip duration: Approx. 1 hour and 15 minutes

**Infants under 2 years old can travel at no charge in the lap of their guardian (16+ years old). Another option is to purchase a Kids ticket, if a seat is required for an infant.

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This holiday season, get a dreamy North Pole Express ride in the center of NYC! You'll get a golden round trip ticket and be greeted by the Express Conductor. Once on board, you're on the right track to meet Santa at the ""North Pole""! With the Enhanced Experience, you'll also hear engaging stories from Elf while sipping hot chocolate. Don't forget to write your wishes to Santa - those on Santa's Nice List will get a sleigh bell as a present. Sing along Christmas carols as the North Pole Express bus ride travels through the sparkling Manhattan. If you are looking for a North Pole Express near you, look no further and hop on our North Pole Express bus for the adventure!

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NYC Christmas Movie Tour

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Nyc christmas movie tour highlights.

• Wollman Rink
• Gapstow Bridge
• Plaza Hotel
• Bloomingdales
• Rockefeller Center
• Radio City Music Hall
• and much more!!

On our brand new pay-what-you-like Holiday Movie Tour of NYC , you can visit some of the most iconic spots from favorite films such as Elf , Home Alone 2, Serendipity, Scrooged, and Miracle on 34th Street .  

See the spot where Buddy the Elf triumphed in a snowball fight and where Kevin McAllister met the Pigeon Lady!  

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In addition to film sites, you will get to experience some of the beautiful holiday decorations and displays as we walk through the city. 

We will warm up with a hot chocolate during this tour and end with a subway ride to Macy’s to meet Santa Claus!  

(Don't fancy walking? Check the bus tour version ).

Be sure to also check out our daily Holiday Lights and Window Display Tour as well as our Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Tour .

Sites we will cover on the tour include:

Tour information

Reservations: REQUIRED. Click here to reserve .

Where: Meet in Columbus Circle, under the statue ( map ). It is located at the intersection of West 59th and 8th Ave/Central Park West.

The tour ends in front of Macy’s on 34th Street.

You will need to make your reservations to visit Santaland, as the tour will not go inside the store.

Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Approximately 1.5 miles (2k) in distance.

When:  @2pm Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

Cost: This tour is free to take, and you get to decide what, if anything, the tour was worth when it's done. A name-your-own-price tour is a tour for every budget.

**You will need a MetroCard with $2.90 on it.  Bring some extra money for hot chocolate!**

Save more money with a tourist discount pass and our Guide to NYC on a Budget .

Language: The tour is in English .

Holiday Lights and Movie Sights Bus Tour

This 2.5-hour guided bus tour takes you to sites throughout Manhattan, which serve as the setting in holiday movies that you’ll recognize right away.

During the ride, clips from movies filmed at the sites are shown on TV screens so you can match the locations you visit with the movie scenes filmed there.

You’ll see sites from wonderful holiday films such as Scrooged, Home Alone, Serendipity3, Miracle on 34 th Street,  Elf, New Year's Eve , Mr. Popper’s Penguin, Eloise at Christmastime and The Family Man.

Along the ride, you’ll the spectacular department store windows at Bloomingdales, Lord & Taylor, Barneys, Saks, Macy’s, and Tiffany & Co.

You’ll also get a glimpse of the giant Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center.

The bus makes a few stops for you to de-board and see sights close-up and take pictures.

This tour has great reviews with guests saying that the guides are professional and entertaining.

Many guests took the tour as a family and said that it was “multi-generational” and that adults, teens, and children would all enjoy this tour.

Advance purchase required.

Hours: Daily at 3 pm. On Saturdays, an additional tour runs at 6 pm (18:00).

Priority Boarding Tickets:  Pre-boarding and guaranteed seating in the first 4 rows. 

• $52 for adults
• $42 for children (ages 6 to 9)
• Children under 5 ride free.

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New York City Holiday Bus Tour: Dec 5 – 10, 2023

$ 1,875.00 – $ 3,250.00

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Join us for this fun filled bus trip to New York City.  Eat, drink, shop and take in the holiday light displays.

Whats Included

Departure locations.

• Luxury coach transportation round trip
• Four (4) Nights Accommodations at Fairfield Inn Time Square
• One (1) Night Enroute Hotel
• Breakfast each day
• Two Group Dinners
• 9/11 Memorial & Museum Tour
• One World Trade Center
• Empire Sate Building
• Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular
• Optional – Broadway Show
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Exact location of each pick up location will be provided to booked guests once final count is confirmed. Onsite parking will be available for guests to leave vehicles.

Price is based on how many people will be in a room.  The prices listed are per person and include everything listed on the trip page.

Single: $3,250 per person

Double: $2,500 per person

Triple: $2,250 per person

Quad: $1,875 per person

Prices listed are per person.

* $100 deposit is due at booking and balance is due November 2, 2023.  All deposits are non refundable and full charge if cancelled within 30 days of the trip.

– Balance is due November 2, 2023

– All deposits are non refundable and full charge if cancelled within 30 days of the trip.

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Day 1:  Tuesday 12/5

Travel to New York City!

Upon arriving in NYC, you will check into our hotel Fairfield New York Manhattan/Times Square and have the rest of the night to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is on your own this evening.

Day 2:  Wednesday 12/6

Breakfast is included at the hotel.

We will meet in the hotel lobby to board the bus for our day visiting Liberty and Ellis Island! We will board the 9:30am ferry to Liberty Island where you will have access to the Pedestal of the Statue of Liberty. You will also get free time to explore the grounds and museum. We will have a meeting time back at the ferry to make our way to Ellis Island. Once there, you will take a self-guided audio tour and explore the grounds at your leisure. We will have a meeting time at the ferry to go back to the main land at Battery Park.

Once back on the main land, we will board a bus that will take us on a guided tour of NYC. The tour will end at the Empire State Building where we will have our included group dinner. After dinner we will ride to the top of the building for amazing night views of the city.

Day 3: Thursday 12/7

We will meet in the hotel lobby to board the bus and make our way to Rockefeller Center where we will have a behind the scenes tour of NBC Studios. After the tour you will have time for lunch on your own.

The group will have a meeting time at Radio City Music Hall (right near Rockefeller Center) for a matinee performance of The Rockette’s Christmas Spectacular. After the show we will head to our included dinner at Carmine’s.

Day 4:  Friday 12/8

We will meet in the lobby to board the bus for our day at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. We will enjoy a self-guided audio tour of the Museum (typically takes 2 hours). We will take time after the museum to take in the views of the memorial pools.

The bus will depart and head back to the hotel. You will have the rest of the day on your own. This is the day you can enjoy a Broadway Show if you’d like!

Enjoy your last night in New York City!

Day 5:  Saturday 12/9

10:00am – Meet in the lobby to board the bus for our departure to our en-route hotel.

Day 6: Sunday 12/10

8:00am – Meet in the lobby to board the bus for our departure home.

* Terms:  I understand that the deposit is not refundable at the time of booking and any payments are non refundable after November 2, 2023. Excite Tours does not own or operate any of the suppliers of services or accommodations for your trip. As a result, it is not responsible for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such supplier or of any third party over whom Excite Tours has no control. We also reserve the right to cancel the tour 30 days prior if a minimum amount of participants are not enrolled. You will be notified and refunded in full if that occurs.:

* Price is per person so make sure your number of tickets matches your occupancy.  If each person is buying tickets separately make sure to note who you are sharing a room with in the order notes at checkout.

2 reviews for New York City Holiday Bus Tour: Dec 5 – 10, 2023

Kay Chamberlain (verified owner) – November 11, 2018

I had such a nice time in New York it was Non-Stop fun. Met a lot of nice people.

Diane E Dues – December 8, 2018

Just went NYC with Excite Tours. It was such a great time! Action packed and tons of fun. Stayed in Times Square so we were close to everything. Met fantastic folks. Ate well. Shopped until we dropped. Saw the Rockettes, 911 Memorial, on and on. Highly recommended. Tour guides were so nice! Bus was comfortable, driver was awesome and there were endless snacks! Yay!!

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Visit east coast’s most popular aquarium at the Adventure Aquarium.

Experience the holiday cheer at the Koziar's Christmas Village.

Take a trip with us to the Longwood Gardens!

Experience a day full of unforgettable memories.

Perfect family-friendly tour for anyone of all ages. 

Day 1 Adventure Aquarium - Longwood Gardens - Koziar's Chrismas Village

We are going to visit the most famous aquarium in New Jersey-" Adventure Aquarium" as the first stop of the day. There are more than thousand kinds of sea creature in the aquarium, such as sea turtle, seal, shark, and penguin. The next stop is the Longwood Garden. During this period, Christmas is the theme of the garden. The Christmas Village is last stop. A trip through Koziar's Christmas Village is, in the words of the song, like "Walking in a Winter Wonderland." You can walk under hundreds and thousands of colorful Christmas decorations; take picture with Santa Claus and his reindeers. You may find the best Christmas gift for your families. 

Itinerary: 

New York → Adventure Aquarium  (Optional, 120 mins)  → Longwood Gardens  (Optional, 120 mins)  → Koziar's Chrismas Village  (Optional, 90 mins) →  New York

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The Adventure Aquarium covers 200000 square feet of sea and wildlife making it an adventurous place to tour. It is a great place for wonderful educational entertainment of a number of intriguing animals.

Christmas Village Show is one of the greatest tourist attraction in Pennsylvania, as the name suggests, the place is decorated with beautiful lights on Christmas day and looks really beautiful.

Koziar’s Christmas Village is one of the most beautiful places in Pennsylvania. The village features glowing Christmas lights that adorn the buildings, barns and everything around them.

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• 6102 8th Ave, (TD Bank) Brooklyn, NY 11220 at 07:00 AM (Drop off at Chinatown, Pick-up only, no drop-off)
• 463 7th Ave, Herald Square (Andrews Coffee Shop), New York, NY 10018 at 7:10 AM
• 853 Broadway, Union Square (Capital One Bank) New York, NY 10003 at 7:20 AM
• 75 Chrystie St, Chinatown, Manhattan, New York, NY 10002 at 08:00 AM
• 125 Eighteenth St, Jersey City, NJ 07310 (ACME Markets) at 08:20 AM
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Cancellation charges 

⇒  16 days or more prior to departure, 10% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.

⇒  9 to 15 days prior to departure, 50% of the tour fees will be charged as cancellation.

⇒  Within 8 days prior to departure, 100% tour fees will be charged as cancellation.

Any Amount paid in cash to the Tour Guide is not refundable.

There is no refund for unused features. You forfeit the entire payment when you are a no-show on the departure date and unable to join the tour for any reason including COVID.

An add-on fee of 6% for handling fees is charged in addition to the above penalties. No matter what the reason for cancellation is, the processing fee will be deducted on each refund.

In order for there not to be a cancellation, a minimum number of participants are required. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip although every effort is made by us to ensure that normal operations are maintained. We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure with respect to operating requirements or circumstances beyond control. In case a cancellation is made at any given moment in time before departure, our only liability as GoldenBusTours will be to refund you the amount we received for the booking of the tour. We will try our best to re-book the same or similar tour if the future travel plan suits you. We are not responsible for any cancellation penalties that may have been incurred on any other travel arrangements like separate purchase of air tickets, visa cost, taxi fare etc. We are not liable for any other travel arrangements that have been affected as a result of the cancellations. 

Note:  More than 30 days after the completion of the tour, we cannot grant any refunds. Each Cancellation Request must be received in writing by email.

Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection, COVID or any other serious issue. If you reschedule a tour and later decide to cancel it then cancellation charges will be applicable to the original departure date and not to the rescheduled one.

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Any travel service purchases indicate your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions set out herein.

You are advised to carefully read through and understand these Terms & Conditions before making your booking.

Tour Confirmation

You will get an email immediately once you place an order. Tour Confirmation usually takes 2, 3 days except for urgent order. Urgent orders can be confirmed in a day or even few hours, but we can’t assure success in these cases. On fewer occasions, some of the others may require a longer period of time for confirmation. You are advised not to book airline tickets unless you have received the confirmation.

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Your e-ticket includes complete operator information such as local telephone numbers at your destination. You are required to print the e-tickets and bring them along with you on the trip. They will be needed as proof of purchase.

Changes in Booking

You may incur a fee for any revisions or alterations made to the reservation when the booking has already been confirmed. Cancellation fees may be applied to things such as name changes or corrections. They may also apply to tour date changes or tour itinerary changes. Please note that no departure changes are permitted 72 hours before departure.

Changes in Tour Itinerary

We are continuously striving to improve tour itineraries and features. In the event of unforeseen circumstances that are beyond the control, we do reserve the right to vary the itineraries and to substitute hotels. Duplicate departures may operate during certain peak periods, sometimes in reverse order. As such, hotels may vary from those included on the itinerary pages.

​If you want to reschedule your tour (change the departure date or choose a different tour) then a reschedule fees may be applied. No reschedule request will be entertained within 15 days before the departure date. 

Cancellation and reschedule charges are applicable even if you are NOT able to take the tour because of visa rejection.

1.  One room can accommodate maximum 4 people. Even if you are 5 people including 1 month old baby you still need 2 rooms.

2.  If you can carry your child up to 2 years of age then you do not need to book seats for him. It may vary from one tour to another.

3.  Service providers hold the right to change the itinerary and hotel arrangements without any notice.

4.  Child (0-9 years) and Single traveler going on the tour have special rates. These prices vary from one tour to another.

5.  Meals and Attractions are not included. You can ask your tour guide to try to arrange the meal for you as per your requirements. For attractions, admission fees pay it to the tour guide on the tour.

6.  Prices may change without any notice because of prices fluctuation in the market.

7.  All prices mentioned on the website are in US dollars.

8.  In Case of Bank Wire Transfer customer have to bear Wire transfer fee.

9.  Tour package price is inclusive of taxes.

10.  Tour Prices are every individual and in view of room inhabitance.

11.  Hotels and the city/country  of stay may change based on availablity.

Child rates are applicable for children between (0-12 years) of age. Parents are advised to bring car seats for the safety of their child.

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We as a family of 4 had been on this bus tour. A nice bus tour with facilities of transportation and accommodation covered under the package. Just 1 day tour so nobody had problems and visiting such lovely places kept everyone occupied.

One day tour was fascinating and I never knew how the time was spent. It was valuable to see all these places as we keep visiting the shopping places and the well known places. This time it was right and the tour was good.

It was the best 2 day tour to some extraordinary places to visit. The company is one of the best tour organizers that I have ever seen. It’s got everything that you ever need, great bus services, good conditioned buses and a very helpful tour guide. I was quite impressed with the service we received. We had a great experience travelling with GoldenBusTours. Definitely Recommended!

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Review: The Big Bus Tour in New York City

I absolutely loved the Big Bus Tour in New York City. It’s the best way to go sightseeing in an open-top, hop-on hop-off, top-rated tour and explore the best New York attractions !

If this is your first-time visiting New York and you want to see all the top landmarks, this double-decker tour bus will take you there.

The Big Bus Tour in New York

You may be wondering if a hop-on hop-off bus is worth it. Absolutely, yes!

If you consider the time and money spent on transportation costs, waiting for buses, navigating the subway (which can be confusing for visitors), and getting from one point of interest to another, it is worth every dollar!

I had a great visit to New York City on Big Bus Tour. My goal was to show the city to some friends from Italy who were visiting the US for the first time.

Since we only had about two days to spend together, the hop-on hop-off was undoubtedly the best decision.

From our experience, we’ll answer commonly asked questions about the Hop-on Hop-off bus while visiting New York City.

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While seeing New York from the open-top deck of the double-decker bus, the city unfolded block by block with panoramic views from every angle.

As we traveled through the streets, the sights were unobstructed and new visual backdrops were revealed.

The towering skyscrapers and colorful billboards filled the air with excitement and as the cityscape continued to change, it gave a grand feeling to the experience.

I especially enjoyed being able to relax from the upper deck of the bus while taking in the energy of city scenes.

Because I also live in a large city, the rhythm felt familiar from the elevated vantage point .

Car horns were honking, crowds traversed through the streets and there was an endless hum of activity.

Best of all, the tour gave me the chance to interact with other travelers who were seeing New York while waiting for the tour to began.

We struck up conversations and exchanged stories, insights, and recommendations during our stay in New York.

How Much is the Big Bus Tour in New York

The regular price of an adult and child ticket is $60.00 and $50.00, respectively. However, you can use the link below for discounted fares.

Get discounts for the Big Bus Tour NYC  here .

How Long is the Big Bus Tour in New York

The round-trip New York City Big Bus Tour takes about two hours from start to finish.

The bus is the perfect solution for visitors worldwide because they offer pre-recorded audio narratives and translations in five languages — French, German, Spanish, Italian, and English.

Are There Toilets on the Big Bus

No. Unlike charter buses, you won’t travel long between stops. So the best thing to do is exit at a stop, find a public restroom, see an attraction, if desired, and then catch the next bus.

If you are not sure where to find one, ask a Big Bus guide on the street. The driver may also have some suggestions.

Charter buses come equipped with a bathroom because travel is expected to be for a much longer period.

How Does the Big Bus Tour Work in New York City

The tour offers three options for purchase — 1-day, 2-day, and 3-day.

When you decide the number of days of your tour and purchase your ticket, the clock starts when your ticket is scanned while boarding the bus for the first time.

The ticket is good for 24, 48, or 72 hours. So, if you have a 1-day ticket and board the bus at 11:00 AM on Monday, it can still be used until 11:00 AM on Tuesday.

We found a ton of touring options for sightseeing in New York.

Aside from the extended period, the 2 and 3-day tickets also offer discounted bike rentals.

The buses run every 20 minutes on average. However, the first stop at the M&M store can be a long wait during peak season.

You can exit or board at any of the designated stops as much as you want.

The only exclusion is the one-loop tour Night Tour which is a panoramic non-stop tour.

Where to Catch the Big Bus Tour in New York City

During the tour, the buses only stop at designated stops.

Your ticket is good for as long as the buses operate during the day and it may be used on both the red and blue routes.

When you board, make sure you get a hop-on hop-off New York bus route map!

Big Bus NYC Red Route

The red route sightseeing tour covers lower Manhattan and you’ll see many landmarks like St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Wall Street, the Chrysler Building, and General Grant’s Tomb.

You can catch a tour at any one of the following bus stops and you can get your tickets in advance of boarding.

1 – M&M’s World – 7th Ave & W 48th St (Outside M&M World & Majestic Deli)

2 – Times Square East – W 42nd St & Broadway (at Knickerbocker Hotel)

3 – Empire State Building / Korea Town – 5th Ave & W 32nd St (at CVS Pharmacy)

4 – Flatiron District – 5th Ave & W 23rd St (at Eisenberg’s Sandwich Shop)

5 – SoHo – Broadway and Spring Street (at Nike Store)

6 – Chinatown / Little Italy – 100 Lafayette Street (near the corner at Walker St)

7 – Brooklyn Bridge – Park Row & Beekman St (across from 33 Park Row)

8 – Wall Street / Charging Bull – Broadway & Wall St (Southwest corner near Rector St)

9 – Statue of Liberty / Battery Park – State St and Bridge St (at Subway Entrance)

10 – Circle Line Sightseeing – 12th Ave & 40th St (opposite Pier 81)

11 – Times Square North – 7th Ave & W 50th St (at Majestic Deli)

Big Bus NYC Blue Route

The blue route covers upper Manhattan, and half of the ride is mostly views of Central Park. You can switch to the blue route at red stop #2.

We recommend changing routes at stop #11 (the Majestic Deli) where you can take a break and have a nice lunch.

12 – The Metropolitan Museum of Art – 5th Ave & E 83rd St (near 83rd St)

13 – Central Park Zoo – 5th Ave & E 66th St (opposite 845 5th Ave)

14 – Columbus Circle – Central Park & Columbus Circle (SW corner of Central Park)

Tips and Things to Know Before You Go

The bus has two levels, the upper level offers panoramic views of the city but be careful of overhanging traffic lights and trees. Don’t stand while the bus is in motion.

• After you find a seat, check the audio to confirm it is working.
• Snacks are allowed. Bring a frozen bottle of water and protein bites to keep you energized.
• When on the upper deck, cover up with sunscreen to protect your skin on hot sunny days.
• If you are a family of 3 or more, take seats across from one another so you’ll have views and photos from both sides of the bus.

Tourists were lined up at stop #1 at least an hour before departure and the line extended the entire block and rounded the corner.

We decided to see other points of interest and returned around 11:00 AM.

The wait to board the bus was about 20 minutes. It was a relaxing ride and there we saw so much!

By the time we reached stop #9, we were pumped and ready to exit the bus so that we could explore the city! And you probably will be too.

Here’s the secret sauce that really made the experience memorable. Exit at stop #9 and take a FREE ferry to Staten Island.

To see the Statue of Liberty, stand on the left side of the boat. When returning, stand on the right side.

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Final Thoughts About the Big Bus Tour in New York City

Overall, the tour was a pleasant way to see New York city and when you are on the upper deck, you hardly notice the traffic.

Some other advantages of seeing the city by bus include:

• Avoiding parking hassles. I mean, who actually drives in New York?!
• Photo opportunities. With the open-top or large windows, you have excellent photo opportunities as you pass by iconic landmarks and cityscapes.
• Comprehensive sightseeing of major landmarks and attractions within two hours.
• You can get local recommendations from the guides who operate the bus.

I usually opt for a hop-on hop-off bus when I am short on time or to get my bearings in the city before deciding what to do.

Either way, when you take the tour bus, it doesn’t appear impossible to take a bite out of the Big Apple.

Happy Travels!