Enjoy the ultimate New York City adventure with our Explore Ticket. Hop on and hop off our New York sightseeing bus tour to discover Manhattan's top landmarks at your own pace.
Why Visit
- Explore Downtown. Take a bite of the Big Apple on our red route. Get to the beating heart of NYC on our Explore Downtown route. You'll be right in the midst of it as you travel through iconic areas like Times Square, 5th Avenue, Broadway and Wall Street. Look up to see the city's famous skyscrapers, and enjoy fantastic views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the Westside Highway.
- Explore Uptown. Visit Midtown and the Upper East Side on our blue route. Discover the cultural capital of Manhattan on our Explore Uptown route. We pass some of the must-see museums, galleries and theatres, from the Met to Madison Square Garden. Take in the sights of Central Park and Madison Avenue, and enjoy top-deck views of the hustle and bustle of Times Square. Bring Manhattan to life with educational commentary, giving you an insider's perspective on the city that never sleeps.
- Pre-recorded Commentary . Available in English, Spanish, French, German & Italian on all buses. Tune in to our pre-recorded commentary during your tour. Our engaging virtual guides will entertain you with incredible facts and stories about New York's history, landmarks, famous figures and more! Listen in via complimentary headphones distributed when you board the bus.
- Free Mobile App . Now with live bus arrival times! Download our free mobile app for the perfect pocket companion to your sightseeing adventure. Our live bus arrival times feature lets you spend a little longer sipping that latte, browsing at the museum or taking that all-important selfie, so you can simply arrive 5 minutes early at the bus stop. In addition to live bus arrival times, you'll also get detailed maps and route information, live bus tracking, walking directions, facts about famous landmarks and attractions, ticket offers and more. Save memory-making minutes on your city adventure with Big Bus Tours.
- Self Guided Audio Tour. Explore NYC at your own pace. Maximize your Big Bus Tours experience and explore New York's fascinating history on an exclusive, AI-powered Vox self-guided walking tour. Selected tickets include a code for free Vox App walking tour downloads, each designed to complement our Big Bus Downtown Loop (Red Route) and Uptown Loop (Blue Route). You can explore some of New York's unique neighborhoods and learn about the history of the city through your digital guide's fascinating facts and stories.
- New York Brooklyn Immersive Tour. Embark on an immersive Brooklyn experience with Big Bus Tours. Our new tour takes you from the vibrant heart of Times Square to the trendy and artistic enclave of Dumbo in Brooklyn. Our double-decker open-top buses offer a unique vantage point on both the iconic landmarks of Manhattan and the historic charms of Brooklyn, while our expert live guide offers insight into the distinct rhythm and allure of this iconic borough.
What's included
- 72-Hour hop-on, hop-off
- Downtown Loop
- Uptown Loop
- Self Guided Audio Tour
- Free Butterbeer Ice-cream from Harry Potter Store
- Brooklyn Immersive Tour
Additional information
Day Tour Departure Times:
First tour of the day departs at 09:00 am from Stop 1 at M&M's World, and buses will come every 15 minutes until 5.00 pm depending on the of time of year. Other popular stops to start the tour include Stop 3 at the Empire State Building and Stop 10 at World Trade Center however you can redeem your ticket at any of the 20 Big Bus stops. Please see more details on your voucher
What is the child ticketing policy?
Passengers aged between 3 and 12 years must travel on a child ticket. All passengers under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a passenger over the age of 15. Children aged 2 years and under may travel free of charge. Strollers must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
Which days do the tours operate?