
New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour
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Is New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour worth booking?
New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour is a 1.5-hour experience in New York, United States, from $85 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $85 per person
Discover NYC like never before with the ultimate combo ticket that brings together two of the city’s most iconic experiences—get starstruck at Madame Tussauds New York, where you can snap selfies with world-famous celebs
What you get
- 24-Hour Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Ticket
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- Open-top Double Decker Bus
- Downtown Loop - 13 convenient hop-on hop-off stops
- Big Bus app for city information and real-time bus tracking
- Digital commentary available in multiple languages
About this experience
Discover NYC like never before with the ultimate combo ticket that brings together two of the city’s most iconic experiences—get starstruck at Madame Tussauds New York, where you can snap selfies with world-famous celebs like Lady Gaga, Marilyn Monroe, Bad Bunny, and more. Then dive into immersive exhibits that bring you closer to the worlds of entertainment, fashion, sports, and history. Then see the Big Apple from a new perspective aboard a Big Bus open-top sightseeing tour. Explore the city with 13 convenient stops to hop on or hop off at your own pace at major landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and 9/11 Memorial. Experience the city from the heights of an open-top double decker and hear the history and hidden stories with our digital commentary available in multiple languages.
What's included
Included
- 24-Hour Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Ticket
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- Open-top Double Decker Bus
- Downtown Loop - 13 convenient hop-on hop-off stops
- Big Bus app for city information and real-time bus tracking
- Digital commentary available in multiple languages
Not included
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Guests may redeem vouchers with Big Bus staff on our street location at 7th Ave & W 48th St (Outside M&Ms World)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Guests may redeem vouchers with Big Bus staff on our street location at 7th Ave & W 48th St (Outside M&Ms World)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please notify Big Bus in advance if in need of ADA services and wheelchair access
- All strollers must be folded while aboard
- Madame Tussauds operates 10AM-7PM and is located at 234 W 42nd St
- Guests may activate ticket in two ways: 1. Download and open the Big Bus app. Tap "Add Booking" and enter your booking reference. On the day of travel, open your ticket and press "Activate" then show your activated ticket to the driver at any stop along the route. Plus, use the app for route information and live bus tracking. 2. Redeem voucher and activate with Big Bus staff at 7th Ave & W 48th St (Outside M&Ms World), or with a driver at any stop along the route.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Museum of Madame TUSSAUDS - New York
Very nice space that we discovered in May 2025 on a rainy day in New York, what we appreciated was the circulation space between each model, the diversity of personalities on display. On the downside, the entrance ticket price is relatively expensive.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- 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
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour cost?
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Prices start at $85 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: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour take?
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Plan for about 1.5 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: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour?
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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: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour?
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Around 0 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 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New York: Madame Tussauds Wax Museum and 24hr Hop-on Hop-off 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 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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