
New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour
Traveler rating
3.9/5
Based on 73 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour worth booking?
New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in New York, United States, from $77 per person. It scores 42 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 73 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 42 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (73)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $77 per person
Celebrate the holiday season with a private Holiday Lights and Movie Sites Tour of NYC. Drive past festive spots like Macy’s holiday displays and Fifth Avenue, pause for photos at the Lincoln Center tree, and relive your favorite movie moments with on-screen clips at real filming locations. Tour transportation varies by group size and may include coach bus, mini bus, sedan, SUV, or sprinter.
What you get
About this experience
Celebrate the holiday season with a private Holiday Lights and Movie Sites Tour of NYC. Drive past festive spots like Macy’s holiday displays and Fifth Avenue, pause for photos at the Lincoln Center tree, and relive your favorite movie moments with on-screen clips at real filming locations. Tour transportation varies by group size and may include coach bus, mini bus, sedan, SUV, or sprinter.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Heated transportation
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
On Location Tours
New York City holiday sightseeing tour
15 minutes here · Admission included
New York City
The tour starts at 63rd and Broadway and travels on the Upper West Side of Manhattan before crossing through Central Park and stopping at the beautiful holiday window displays along the way.
Pass by without stopping
Fifth Avenue
New York City holiday sightseeing tour
15 minutes here
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
New York City holiday sightseeing tour
Pass by without stopping
Macy's Herald Square
New York City holiday sightseeing tour
15 minutes here
Bloomingdale's
New York City holiday sightseeing tour
15 minutes here
Central Park
New York City holiday sightseeing tour - the tour travels trough the 65th Street Traverse highlighting holiday movies filmed on location in the park.
Pass by without stopping
Rockefeller Center
New York City holiday sightseeing tour
Pass by without stopping
Bryant Park
The tour ends at the Bryant Park Holiday Market
15 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Departure Point: Meeting location provided on voucher Address: 63rd and Broadway - outside Starbucks Directions: • Please call our office at 212-683-2027 if you are having any trouble finding your guide. The guide will be holding a Holiday Lights & Movie Sites sign in their hands.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Bryant Park between 40th and 42nd Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- On Location Tours, Inc
Know before you go
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Limited wheelchair accessibility. Buses are not equipped with wheelchair lifts. Storage is available for foldable wheelchairs. Passengers must be able to get on and off the bus of their own accord. Wheelchairs may be taken out at the stops if desired.
- All tours are led by tour guides, and take place on luxury coach buses. Buses are air-conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter. Most buses are equipped with bathrooms.
- There are several quick step-off points at some of the locations during the tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 73 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
73 verified traveler reviews for New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Sex and the city tour
Hannah was the best tour guide ever!!
via Tripadvisor
Stay warm and see everything!
Me & my friends had a wonderful tour with KATHERINE - our fabulous tour guide who was ALL DECKED OUT! We got to see all the department store windows and hear so many fun facts about the buildings, the movies, and new york city! We also stayed warm on that cold winter night in NYC
via Tripadvisor
Bryan was the Best Guide!...
Bryan was the Best Guide! Loved seeing the store Displays We really appreciated his bonus facts about NYC
via Viator
Give it a Pass!
Not worth it! You get out at 3 stops, the rest of the time was spent in the bus driving around and watching movie clips. Don't waste your time!
via Tripadvisor
INCREDIBLE NYC Tour experience!!!
The tour was absolutely incredible. Our driver, Guy, really moved us! And our tour guide, Bryant, was super fun and energetic. I especially appreciated his commentary on underrated dreamworks classic Epic and the Tron franchise. Bryant was also incredibly knowledgeable about New Yorks cultural and architectural history, which I really appreciated. As fresh inductees into the 6-Hour Bus and Boat hall of Fame, I highly recommend studying up on your UN trivia. 10/10 Would Highly Recommend
Response from the operator: Thank you so much!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 26
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by On Location Tours, Inc, who run 32 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 44.3.
See everything On Location Tours, Inc runsWhy this scores 42
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New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour cost?
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Prices start at $77 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 42 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 73 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour?
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Around 26 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour?
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Included: Professional guide; and Heated transportation. Not included: Food and drinks; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour?
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Departure Point: Meeting location provided on voucher Address: 63rd and Broadway - outside Starbucks Directions: • Please call our office at 212-683-2027 if you are having any trouble finding your guide. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Limited wheelchair accessibility. Buses are not equipped with wheelchair lifts. Storage is. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in New York. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about New York City Holiday Movie Sites and Lights Bus Tour?
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Across 73 reviews averaging 3.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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