New York Dyker Heights Christmas Lights

Overview

Nothing says Christmas like Dyker Heights, the most famous display of lights on the planet. Locals have been decorating their homes—personally and professionally—since the '80s, making it a true NYC winter wonderland.

THE TOUR WILL TAKE PLACE RAIN or SHINE!

The ride from Midtown to Dyker Heights in Brooklyn is about an hour long on board of our comfortable coach fully heated with a restroom on board.

Your guide will escort you to Lucy Spata's house, the house that started this tradition, and walk you through the most illuminated streets before taking you back to the bus. You will spend about an hour in Dyker Heights strolling around and taking pictures.

The next stop will be at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge in the DUMBO/Brooklyn Heights area of Brooklyn. You will have about 25 minutes to take pictures of the breathtaking Manhattan skyline and the Bridge.

Then you will return to Manhattan via the Manhattan Bridge. The tour ends at the Bryant Park Winter Village.

City: New York City

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $59.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $59.00

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What's Included

Local guide

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Restroom on board

Fully heated and A/C motor coach

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children/Infants up to 2 years old don't pay as long as they sit on an adult's laps.
Not reccommended for travelers with serious mobility issues
Not reccommended for travelers on a wheelchair
Face masks provided for travellers
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Tour participants need to wear a face mask when on the bus.

What To Expect

Dyker Heights

This is the main stop of our tour. (Note: buses are not allowed in Dyker Heights because of the narrow streets). Your guide will escort you to the two most illuminated streets and orient you. You will then have an hour to explore and take pictures on your own.

Brooklyn Heights

Stop to enjoy spectacular views of the Brooklyn Bridge and the breathtaking Manhattan Skyline illuminated! (Note: duration can be between 20-30 minutes depend on traffic.)

Bryant Park

This is where our tour ends. Bryant Park's Winter Village is a market with over 150 stalls selling seasonal food, drink & gifts as well as a large ice skating rink with skate rental. You can enjoy the view of the colorful Bryant Park Christmas tree and buy one of the best hot chocolate in town. The Rockefeller Center and its tree are only a few minutes walk from here.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (206)

Gail_C

Dec 2019

If this does not make you want to start ordering more decorations and get you in the spirit I don't know what else will.

Response from Host

Dec 2019

We love to hear this. Thank you for the great review. We would love to see pictures of your new decorations;)

Graham_F

Dec 2019

Cannot blame our tour guide for the weather but can blame Viator of running this tour to early as most of the lights being off or not put in place as houses still on thanks giving holiday. The tour guide I couldn't blame for not wanting to get soaked but to just dump you at the corner of a street and give you some directions not good enough most people didn't know ware to go . Last year tour guide came round even though it bloody rained on that day also and explained the history and people who lived in the houses.

Response from Host

Dec 2019

We're very sorry to hear you had a less than exciting experience on our tour of Dyker Heights. Thank you for acknowledging the rain being a factor, it was a very rainy evening. We appreciate the feedback on the tour itself and always take considerations based on our guest's experiences.

antnyp733185

Dec 2019

I went on the Christmas lights bus tour with some friends on November 30th. The bus was really comfortable and had all the amenities: power chargers, wifi and a clean restroom. The guide was very knowledgeable and professional. The lights were insane!! Dyker Heights is known for their Christmas decoration tradition. A must do!

Response from Host

Dec 2019

Thank you so much for the positive review!!