New York City
My rundown of the hop-on hop-off loops that still earn their keep in Manhattan traffic. A full downtown circuit takes over two hours if you never step off. Treat the bus as transport between sights, not as the sightseeing itself.
Explore New York City with a hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour by open-top bus. See all the iconic landmarks and attractions at your own pace. Book your tour now!
Most Popular★ 4.1“Activity was good. You get to see the city's most important landmarks. Most of the plugs for the headsets weren't working.”
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4,796 reviewsFrom $60by Big Bus Tours - New York
Just when you thought a sightseeing tour couldn't get any better, the Big Bus NYC Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour offers an extra free day to...
★ 3.5“My sister and I spent the weekend in NYC, and since it was her first time visiting, we decided to try the hop‑on hop‑off bus tour. It turned out to be such a wonderful experience. We both absolutely loved it. We learned so much about…”
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4,762 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $44.00by Big Bus Tours - USA
Explore the iconic landmarks of NYC with this exclusive 1-day Hop-On Hop-Off tour. Don't miss the Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty Ferry! Click now!
★ 3.5“It was our first time in the city. We were walking quite a while trying to find a stop to catch a bus. We found a random stop and the driver was really helpful and super nice and he got us to where we could…”
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209 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $135.00by Big Bus Tours - USA
Uncover the treasures of the Big Apple with the flexible Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour, where iconic landmarks and hidden gems await your discovery.
★ 3.3“The trip was fantastic a little to fast at times for taking pictures but overall it was outstanding got a chance see so much. We went on both Red and Blue routes. Would definitely do it again.”
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158 reviewsFrom $65by TopView®
Explore the iconic sights of NYC, including the Empire State Building and Statue of Liberty, with a convenient hop-on hop-off tour. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!
★ 3.8“My bus driver was Jimmy. So glad he told us to go to Lombardi for pizza. It’s the best pizza I ever had. Glad the timings for the ferry wasn’t strict as I was panicking when I could not finish the loop in time. The…”
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123 reviewsFrom $130by Big Bus Tours - New York
Discover the best of New York City in just one day! Hop-on hop-off to explore the city's iconic landmarks and enjoy admission to the iconic Empire State Building.
★ 3.5“The whole tour was amazing , we included tickets for the Empire State Bldg visit with breathtaking views. Enjoyed the tour very much.”
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88 reviews1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)From $105.00by Big Bus Tours - USA
Discover the magic of Central Park in style with a private pedicab tour. Hop on and off at iconic sites while enjoying a personalized experience like no other.
★ 5.0“Great way to see the park without a lot of walking. Our guide/ driver was friendly and knowledgeable about the area.”
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42 reviews1 hour (approx.)From $50.00by NYC Adventure Group
Navigate the iconic sights of Downtown Manhattan with the NYC Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, but what hidden gems await on your adventure?
★ 3.0“Good way to get a quick feel for the city if you take the whole tour first thing in the morning also no queues yet at that time at the hop on/of stops and then decide which ones you want to spend time on”
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40 reviewsFrom $99by Gray Line New York
Pulsing with energy, the New York City: Discover Pass With Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the city's iconic sights.
★ 3.5“Enjoyed the recorded commentary and the convenience of hop on, hop off. The boat cruise was enjoyable and the tour commentator was excellent, but the boat did not have good outside viewing points (good views inside). We were crammed at the front of the boat.”
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27 reviewsFrom $85by TopView®
A captivating nighttime tour in New York City takes visitors on a panoramic hop-on-hop-off adventure, revealing the city's most iconic landmarks under the sparkling skyline.
★ 4.6“Hi the tour was very pleasant, the experience was great, had a good time. We went to all the destinations as was described in the website, our guide David was very knowledgeable, great personality, easy to talk to and courteous with everyone in our group,…”
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8 reviews4 hoursFrom $45by Time 4 Tours
Imagine exploring the iconic landmarks of New York City at your own pace, including the Statue of Liberty and the 9/11 Memorial Museum, with the convenient and comprehensive NYC Package.
★ 5.01 reviewsFrom $5by Attractions4us LLC
Explore NYC with this flexible hop-on-hop-off bus and ferry combo, offering iconic sights, scenic views, and the chance to explore Liberty Island at your own pace.
2 days (approx.)From $128.00by Must See - Alcatraz tours / Muir Woods and Sausalito tours
Discover New York City efficiently with a flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour and scenic cruise, offering iconic sights, local neighborhoods, and stunning river views.
From $121.00by Must See - Alcatraz tours / Muir Woods and Sausalito tours
Explore New York City comfortably with a hop-on-hop-off bus tour combined with skip-the-line access to MoMA. Flexible, insightful, and ideal for art lovers.
From $85.00by Travity
I have done this city a dozen ways; these lists keep only the tours and tickets that earned a second visit.