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

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Nothing beats experiencing the Big Apple Big Bus style!

Discover the best of New York with this open-top Hop-on Hop-off bus tour that takes you to all the city’s iconic must-sees such as Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Central Park and more.

Our guide to Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

No more worrying about getting lost in the subways or hailing a taxi! The Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour enables you to get on and off the bus at a number of exciting places to explore at your leisure.

We'll take you to all the famous city landmarks, including the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Ground Zero, and more! We'll show you its distinctive areas along the journey, like SoHo, NoLita, Chinatown, and Museum Mile, all while you take in the informative and entertaining commentary that is accessible in several different languages. Big Bus Tours New York offers stunning views from an open-top bus, making it the ideal introduction to the city that never sleeps.

You may board and exit the bus at a number of intriguing locations to explore at your leisure thanks to the hop-on, hop-off feature. There is no need to be concerned about catching a taxi or getting lost in the subway. While visiting NYC, let Big Bus New York be your transportation and tour operator of choice! You are free to leave your tour whenever you like to see sites and attractions and come back when you're ready.

There are three different types of tickets to choose from:

Discover Ticket

  • One Day Hop-On Hop-off Big Bus Ticket
  • Downtown Loop (Red Route)

Essential Ticket

  • One Day Hop-On Hop-off Big Bus Ticket
  • Downtown Loop (Red Route)
  • Uptown Loop (Blue Route)
  • Bike Rental Offer from Unlimited Biking (BOGO)

Explore Ticket

  • Two Day Hop-On Hop-off Big Bus Ticket
  • Downtown Loop (Red Route)
  • Uptown Loop (Blue Route)
  • Bike Rental Offer from Unlimited Biking (BOGO)

Downtown Loop (Red Route) - Operates from 9.00 to 5.00pm every 15 minutes in the Summer/Spring and from 9.30am to 4.30pm every 20 minutes in the Fall/Winter. Total route duration: 1.5 hours. 

The Downtown Loop is a great way to explore Lower Manhattan including major neighbourhoods, The World Trade Centre, Battery Park, Soho & NoHo, Greenwich Village, the Financial District and more. Take a stroll along Wall Street to view the iconic Stock Exchange and Charging Bull, dine your way through Little Italy and Chinatown, and then shop 'til you drop at all the upscale boutiques that SoHo is known for!

Downtown Loop stops (Red Route) - M&M’s World (1) - Times Square East (2) - Empire State Building / Korea Town (3) - Flatiron District (4) - SoHo (5) - Chinatown / Little Italy (6) - Brooklyn Bridge (7) - Wall St / Charging Bull (8) - Statue of Liberty /Battery Park (9) - World Trade Center (10) - Hudson Yards (11) - Circle Line Sightseeing (12) 

Uptown Loop (Blue Route) included in the Essential and Explore ticket options - Operates from 10:00am to 4:00pm, every 30 minutes. Total route duration: 75 minutes. 

The Uptown Loop is an easy way to explore the Upper East Side, which is home to some of New York’s most popular museums. Visit the Frick Collection and the Metropolitan Museum of Art here to get lost in history and the arts. The loop also takes you through Midtown, passing by the Grand Central Terminal and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Uptown Loop stops (Blue Route) - Hope Sculpture (13) - Times Square East (2) - The Metropolitan Museum of Art (14) - Central Park Zoo (15) - Columbus Circle (16) - Carnegie Hall (17)

Bike Rental Offer from Unlimited Biking (BOGO) - included in the Essential and Explore ticket options

Discover New York City with Unlimited Biking. The best bicycle rental business in NYC is offering a special deal with this ticket. You get an extra hour for free when you hire a bike for at least one hour. As an alternative, take advantage of $5 OFF per person on any bike or Segway tour. Each rental comes with a map, a lock, a basket, and a helmet.

Terms and conditions

Terms and conditions for Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

 

  • You will be sent a gate-ready Big Bus Ticket. Simply print in advance or present on your smartphone for boarding.
  • A child ticket is available for children aged between 3 and 12 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 2 years and under may travel free of charge. All Children must be accompanied by an adult. Strollers must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
  • Luggage is not permitted on board the bus at this time.
  • Big Bus New York runs every day of the year, except for New Year’s Eve. Occasionally severe weather and special event days could affect service.
  • The tour company reserves the right to deviate from the route of a service where reasonably prudent to do so in the light of circumstances beyond the company’s control.
  • Please note routes may cancelled and operating times may change without notice. Please check times locally. 
  • All buses run on live GPS tracking. For accurate times on the day of travel, please ensure you download the Big Bus Tours App.
  • * Cancellation Policy: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the operator up to 72 hours before your chosen activity date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 72 hours.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions for Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

General Information

  • What is the Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour?

    The Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour is a flexible and convenient way to explore the iconic sights of New York City. You can board an open-top double-decker bus at various stops across the city and hop off at your chosen attractions.

  • How does the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour work?

    It's simple! Purchase your ticket online, then exchange it for a physical ticket at one of the designated redemption points. From there, you can start your adventure by boarding any Big Bus at one of the designated stops. Hop off at any stop to explore an attraction, and then hop back on when you're ready to move to the next destination.

  • Are guided tours available on the Big Bus?

    Yes, the Big Bus offers live guided commentary in multiple languages, providing valuable insights and interesting facts about the city's history and landmarks. There are also pre-recorded commentary options available via headphones.

Rides & Attractions

  • What are the major attractions covered by the Big Bus Tour in New York?

    The tour covers many iconic landmarks, including Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and more. The exact routes and stops may vary depending on the chosen tour package.

Ticket Information

  • Do I need to book a date or time for Big Bus?

    Yes. To help control capacity, all guests must pre-book a date when purchasing tickets through Big Bus. Your Big Bus Ticket is gate-ready and guarantees use on any available Big Bus  for the selected date.  

  • How do I receive my tickets?

    Your gate-ready ticket will be available to download as soon as your booking is paid. All you need to do is present your ticket on your mobile phone, or print at home before arriving at any one of the Big Bus stops.

Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Reviews

Average 4.5 out of 5

11 Reviews

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  • 5 stars:

    Voucher printed and used app to find way around. Very good tour and able to get off and on where required. Staff helpful and informative.

    Trusted Customer reviewed Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 21 Nov, 2023

  • 5 stars:

    Great way to see the city and get to know your war around

    Philip Cain reviewed Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 29 Aug, 2023

  • 5 stars:

    It was easy to do and the instructions were clear.

    Valerie Bending reviewed Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 18 Aug, 2023

  • 5 stars:

    Great way to see the city and get one's bearings.

    Trusted Customer reviewed Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 19 Nov, 2022

  • 5 stars:

    We paid for the one day tour but when we picked up our tickets at their office they gave us a 2 day ticket which was a pleasant surprise. We went on the uptown and downtown tours and it stopped near all the main attractions. Good local tour guides.

    John Mcmann reviewed Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour 01 Dec, 2019

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