New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops
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Is New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops worth booking?
New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops is a 24-hour experience in New York, United States, from $52 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.5/5 rating across 4,938 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 3.5/5 (4,938)
- Duration
- 24 hours
- From
- $52 per person
Discover New York City at your own pace on the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour — the most flexible and fun way to experience the city that never sleeps. Enjoy panoramic views from an open-top bus, engaging audio commentary,
What you get
About this experience
Discover New York City at your own pace on the Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour — the most flexible and fun way to experience the city that never sleeps. Enjoy panoramic views from an open-top bus, engaging audio commentary, and the freedom to explore world-famous landmarks whenever you like. Downtown Loop Explore NYC’s most iconic neighborhoods, including Times Square, 5th Avenue, Broadway, and Wall Street. Take in unforgettable views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Uptown Loop Discover Manhattan’s cultural side with landmarks like The Met, Grand Central, and Central Park, plus world-class museums and shopping along Madison Avenue. With the 72-hour ticket, enjoy a choice of either the Circle Line Liberty Cruise (1 hour) or the Circle Line Landmarks Cruise (90 minutes), both departing daily from Pier 83, 42nd Street, Hudson River Park. This ticket also includes Free Vox Self-Guided Walking Tour with 4 options to explore more.
What's included
Included
- Night Tour (included with 48 and 72-Hour Tickets)
- Open-top double decker bus
- 24/48/72hr Unlimited hop-on hop-off access during ticket validity
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- Two Routes - Downtown & Uptown Loops
- Circle Line Liberty Cruise or the Circle Line Landmarks Cruise (with 72h Ticket)
- Exclusive Digital Walking Tours with 4 tour options (72-hour Ticket)
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options you can book
24hr - Downtown Loop only
Duration: 1 day Downtown Loop only: Hop on and off at convenient stops around New York and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
72hr/Liberty Cruise/Night Tour
Choice of Circle Line Cruise: select either the Liberty Cruise or the Landmarks Cruise Duration: 3 days Downtown & Uptown Loops: hop on and off at convenient stops around New York and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard. Exclusive Walking Tours: choice of 4 digital, self-guided tours to explore more 2-hour Night Tour: tour departs at 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM from Big Bus Tour Stop #1
48hr/Two Loops/Night Tour
2-hour Night Tour: 2-hour Night Tour, featuring a live English-speaking guide. Tours depart daily from Stop #1 (M&M's World) at 7:00 PM and 8:00 Duration: 2 days Downtown & Uptown Loops: Hop on and off at convenient stops around New York and enjoy digital audio commentary while aboard.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Big Bus Tours - USA
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tickets with multiple days must be used consecutively.
- Guests may activate ticket via Big Bus app or in person with staff
- Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
- The Circle Line Liberty Cruise (1 hour) and the Circle Line Landmarks Cruise (90 minutes), both departing daily from Pier 83, 42nd Street, Hudson River Park.
- The 2-hour Night Tour depart daily from Stop #1 (M&M's World) at 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4,932 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
4,932 verified traveler reviews for New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A great way to start a New York trip
We got a 2 day for the price of one offer. We used this on our first NYC day in order to get our bearings and to get a load of photos of things we wanted to see. In that sense, it didn’t disappoint and the commentary on board was good. The loading arrangements were poor - unloading us from a bus to then stand by the side of the Fuad to then re-board a bus ten minutes later makes no sense though.
via Tripadvisor
City tour
Enjoyed the naration on the earphones. Bus was clean and comfortable. Driver was polite. Would do it again sometime.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the narration through the earphones and found the bus clean and comfortable. It's also wonderful to know that your driver was polite and helped make your experience a pleasant one. Providing an informative, comfortable, and enjoyable sightseeing experience is what we strive for, so we're especially pleased to hear that you would choose to travel with us again in the future. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to welcoming you on board again someday! Flavius@BigBusTours
via Viator
Great way to get around!
Great way to experience the city and get around! Just wish it went longer and later in the day! My kids loved it! Esp the night tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you and your kids enjoyed the tour and found it such a great way to experience the city and get around. It's especially rewarding to know that the night tour was a highlight and that it made such a positive impression on your family. We also appreciate your suggestion about extending the operating hours. Feedback like this is extremely valuable as we continue to review ways to enhance the experience and give guests even more time to explore. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. We hope to welcome you and your family on board again soon for another memorable adventure! Flavius@BigBusTours
via Viator
Great experience and Would use this in another city sure
Great for tourists. Get to see the highlights and get off to see them up close and get back on to go to another spot.
via Tripadvisor
Not a good experience
The tour was not a good experience. The bus driver did not acknowledge us when we got on, he did not look at or check our ticket. The bus driver did not give us any headphones or tell us how the experience was going to take place. There was no actual tour guide either, I could not hear or tell if there was even any audio available to even provide information on what sites we were passing through. There was not any opportunity to see those sites as advertised, the bus just quickly drove by each one. We did not get to see the Brooklyn Bridge as advertised. It was a very boring tour as I basically paid $130 to just ride around Manhattan not knowing what I was seeing or passing by. This was a very huge disappointment and I would not recommend this tour or ever do it again. I would try maybe the other bus tour companies.
Response from the operator: We are truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience and sincerely regret that the tour fell so far short of your expectations. The lack of welcome and assistance from the driver, the confusion regarding your ticket and headphones, and the difficulty accessing the audio commentary are certainly not the standard of service we aim to provide. We also understand your frustration about not being able to properly experience the advertised sights, including the Brooklyn Bridge. Your feedback is extremely valuable and will be shared with the relevant team for review, as this is not the experience we want any of our guests to have. Best regards, Denis @BigBusToursTeam
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $52 to $99
- Booked in 30 days
- 1,728
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops cost?
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Prices start at $52 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: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops take?
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Plan for about 24 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: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.5/5 across 4,938 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: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 24-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops?
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Around 1,728 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 24-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Open-top Bus with 19 Stops 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 Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. 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.
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