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New York City 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off with Empire State and Statue of Liberty Ferry

New York City 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off with Empire State and Statue of Liberty Ferry

Overview

With a 1-day Big Bus ticket to New York City, you can follow two hop-on hop-off routes—downtown and uptown. In addition, gain entry to the 86th-floor observation deck at the Empire State Building and enjoy convenient transport service to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty National Monument via round-trip ferry. Rather than booking separately, save time and money with one ticket.

- Board a hop-on hop-off Big Bus at any stop along two routes
- Explore the sights of downtown and uptown Manhattan
- Admission ticket to the Empire State Building observation deck included
- Travel round-trip by ferry to Ellis Island and Liberty Island

City: New York City

Sun 20 Oct

Other dates

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Starting at $106.50

Make a reservation

Sun 20 Oct

Starting at $106.50

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Ferry to Liberty & Ellis Islands

Admission to the Statue of Liberty Island (only)

Audio commentary on board

Audio Tour for Liberty & Ellis Islands

2 Routes - Uptown and Downtown

Admission to the Empire State Building observation deck

1-day hop-on hop-off bus pass

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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Tickets claimed after 3pm are valid for the next day
The Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry operates from 9:00am to 3:00pm with regular departures from Battery Park. You will need to redeem your ticket voucher with a Big Bus Tours staff member before heading to the ferry terminal
This ticket includes a ferry journey to both Liberty Island and Ellis Island, but not interior monument or museum access.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (144)

Anne A

May 2019

We love open top bus tours. We’ve done them all over the world. This was the worst by a long distance. Why? Worst offence was changing the route with no notice and not putting any staff by the stop where we stood for 45 minutes. Seats are horrible, guides are rubbish and don’t know how to use a microphone. The drivers are terrible, too. Avoid.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Good Afternoon Anne A., We appreciate your honest review, we apologize for any confusion or lack of information, we are currently experiencing route changes and more than usual delays due to ongoing construction in the 5th Ave area. You should have been notified of those changes before boarding, however, whenever our routes need to be altered for any reason, the changes are posted on our website under "Service Information". It is disappointing to hear, we were unable to exceed your expectations, we hope you were able to enjoy the rest of your New York trip. Kind Regards, BBTNY

gTali

May 2019

A phenomenal experience to travel on such an open roof bus where you just have to get up. The staff is uniquely kind, polite, helpful. They work with a very super team. :) :) Well done!! And I haven't heard so much information from a guide at the same time. :) Their speech with humor is fascinating. It is hard not to get off at the next bus stop location because you will go further and would like to listen to the better stories about the city, buildings and people! We traveled with NY Pass for free, plus one day for us in an action. We could use it very well. Next time we will choose them!Just recommend them!!

Daydream821595

May 2019

We loved the Big Bus option. We hopped off when we wanted to and after out legs were tired it was awesome to sit and relax on the bus. The guides were so helpful and knowledgeable. Busses were frequent and well organized. Can be hot downstairs without a breeze so an open air upstairs chair is the best for warmer days.