I totally enjoyed the Hop On Hop Off. With all the news about the crime on the subways, this was definitely the way to go. We started at Times Square (M&M store), we purchased the downtown loop, be sure to specify downtown or uptown, and road up top of the bus to Little Italy/Chinatown. Got back on after lunch and just enjoyed the ride back to Times Square. Also, didn't wait too long for the bus. Due to timing, its all we could fit in. Next trip, I would purchase a 2 day pass. Our driver, Harry, I believe, was informative, helpful at stops and very pleasant. One suggestion for downtown loop, sit on the left side. Got hit with a tree branch on the forehead on the West Side highway...yikes! Also, after we purchased the ticket, the line was around the corner, so we walked to stop #2 and got on. Not too bad.