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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 48-hour 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

Mon 21 Apr

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Starting at $105.00

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Mon 21 Apr

Starting at $105.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Digital audio commentary in multiple langauges

Ferry to Liberty & Ellis Islands

Free Butter Beer Ice Cream at the Harry Potter Store

Big Bus 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour on Downtown & Uptown Loops

Admission to the Empire State Building Observation Deck

Audio Tour for Liberty & Ellis Islands

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
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.
Empire State Building visits must pre-book a time and date through the Big Bus Booking Management link (provided on your voucher), or with our staff at Stop #1

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (187)

aliheavener

Jul 2018

We spent a lot of money to purchase a 3 day pass for our family and certainly didn't get our money's worth. The printed map they gave us was out of date, or simply incorrect. We then decided to use the app, which was also inaccurate. We spent a ridiculous amount of time searching and waiting for buses that never came, however according to the app, should have. One time we waited so long we ended up taking an Uber and another time had to take the subway. While waiting, we saw 3-4 of the Greyline hop on hop off buses and didn't see one Big Bus. Not only is this a complete waste of money, but a huge waste of time, as well. They also advertise air conditioned buses but apparently they don't turn the AC on. It was 86 degrees outside and the buses were hotter than outside!

Response from Host

Apr 2019

Good Afternoon aliheavener, Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us. We update our brochures every couple of months, so yes you may have been looking at an out of date brochure and we apologize for that. In regards to our app, we have had issues with it, and our IT department was working hard over the summer to fix any glitches and make sure it was up to date for all of our guests. Our competitors buses that you were seeing in 10 minute intervals, were not completing full tours. They were performing a shuttle service rotation service which requires them to follow a circular route. All of our buses are checked before leaving for the days service, to ensure issues like malfunctioning air conditioning do not occur. It is disappointing that there were challenges while you toured. We appreciate your feedback as we use it as a tool for improving our services. Kind Regards, BBTNY

makaylaabdi24

Jul 2018

Big bus tours is honestly an amazing company. They do an outstanding job of creating a full lineup of tourist and local locations for visitors to see. I’ve used this tour about 2 years ago. It’s truly a one time thing, that’s worth the price. If it’s not your first time in nyc, i recommend purchasing a one day ticket to just sit on the bus all day and go around. The other days, I truly recommend being a local and taking the metro which is really cheap and cost efficient (they sell weekly and monthly passes for the metro which gives you unlimited rides). The tour guides and the drivers of the big bus tours in nyc are full of life and amazing. You will for sure have an amazing time.

OnAir55597741964

Dec 2024

Definitely recommended! The best was the driver and guide Jimmy, who does his job with passion. The stops are easy to find and if you look online beforehand, there are always some discount campaigns, e.g. I found a promotion 2 for 1 at Groupon and was able to use the voucher also on the terrace in the 100th. Floor of "The Edge."

Response from Host

Dec 2024

Hi Onair55597741964, thank you so much for your positive comments about Big Bus Tours New York!