Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Open Top Tour

Overview

Hop on and hop off around New York City with an open-top double decker Big Bus tour and visit NYC attractions at your own pace.

Ride all though Downtown New York where you will see amazing restaurants, the buzzing Times Square, Wall Street, and Battery Park where you can catch a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty. Then follow up with on the Uptown tour and see the famous Apollo Theater, The Metropolitan Museum, and Central Park. These routes have been designed to give you the best New York.

Explore the iconic Brooklyn and DUMBO neighborhoods with a bus and walking tour led by an expert local guide.

Plus, explore more of New York with our self-guided walking tours, powered by Vox. Choose from 4 tour options to uncover more of "The City that Never Sleeps."

City: New York City

Wed 16 Apr

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $60.00

Make a reservation

Wed 16 Apr

Starting at $60.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (175) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (252) Entry Tickets (96) Sporting Events (4) Good for Small Groups (27) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (113) Walking Tours (705) Outdoor Activities (48) Limitied Availability Tours (29) LGBT Friendly Tours (9) Family-friendly Activities (8) Wildlife Activities (6) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (96) Travelers recommend (174) Good for Groups (32) Top Activities (75) Guided Audio Tours (10) Art, Culture & History (406) Attractions to explore (43) Sustainable Tours (1) Limousine Transfers (5) Donut Walking Tour (2) Virtual Experiences (1) Additional fees (7) DSA non-compliant (17)

What's Included

Open-top double decker bus

Self-guided Vox Walking Tours with 4 tour options (if option selected)

Bike Rental Offer: rent 1 hour, get 2 hours free

Free Butterbeer Ice Cream at Harry Potter Store

Live bus tracking through Big Bus app

Brooklyn & DUMBO Bus & Walking Tour (if option selected)

Two Routes - Downtown & Uptown Loops

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tickets with multiple days must be used consecutively.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (1000)

Rebecca_B

Mar 2025

There is no live tour guide. It is sound track that plays mostly music and a few New York informational tid bits. The uptown/blue line has very few buses running on it so you can wait for a very long time. We had to change our dates at the last minute when we were told of route changes or cancelations due to parades and marathons. They did accomodate the change nicely but sooner then 48hrs in advance would have been appreciated.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Dear Rebecca, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! Our bus tours usually come with pre-recorded commentary, but I’m pleased to inform you that our Brooklyn Immersive Tour offers live guides. I’m sorry to hear that the wait times affected your experience; unfortunately, traffic in busy cities can be unpredictable. To make your next trip smoother, we recommend using the Live Tracking feature available on our app. We hope to see you again on a Big Bus Tour soon! Warm regards, Alice @ Big Bus

Viers_F

Mar 2025

This was a great way to see a lot in a short amount of time. You can get on and off as much as you want

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hi Viers, we’re thrilled to hear that you had a great time on our NYC Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour! Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back on board soon. Thank you, Alice from Big Bus Tours.

Giovanni_B

Mar 2025

The Wait times are too long. You are better off walking since everything is very close. I'd say this is a rip off. One day is more than enough.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Hello Giovann, we're sorry that the wait times impacted your trip; as we tend to operate in big cities, occasionally traffic can let us down. We recommend using the Live Tracking feature on our app to help plan your route on the day. We hope to see you on a Big Bus Tour again soon! Alice @ Big Bus