New York Unlocked

Brand: Big Bus Tours
Rating: 4.0 (8112 reviews)

Unlock New York your way and access the very best of the city with a flexible ticket that puts you in control of your perfect trip. Begin your adventure with 48 hours of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on our open-top double-decker buses.

• After selecting the date of your bus tour, choose between two iconic attractions - the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry or Empire State Building.

• Next, choose 1 option from a selection of must-do sights and experiences, including 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Intrepid Museum, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, our Big Bus Holiday Lights Tour or Big Bus Night Tour.

With breath-taking skyline views, world-famous landmarks, and unforgettable on-the-water experiences, explore this incredible city by land, sea, or high above the streets - day or night. New York Unlocked gives you the freedom to discover the Big Apple exactly the way you want.

• After selecting the date of your bus tour, choose between two iconic attractions - the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry or Empire State Building.

Adult

From US$99.00 (Full price from US$208.00)
Child 3–12

From US$89.00 (Full price from US$191.00)

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What's included? Where does it go?

48-Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Tour

Discover New York City with 48 hours of flexible hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on our open-top double-decker buses. Choose between two routes and explore the city at your own pace. Hop off to see famous places like Times Square, Fifth Avenue, Central Park and more, then hop back on whenever you’re ready to visit your next stop.

Routes

Downtown Loop (Red)

With pre-recorded commentary.
- Operates 9:00am-5:00pm
- Frequency: 20 min
See full timetable
Uptown Loop (Blue)

With pre-recorded commentary.
- Operates 10:00am- 4:00pm
- Frequency: 30 mins
See full timetable

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FAQs

Do I need to choose a date for my tour?

Yes – when you book, you will need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to secure your seat. If your ticket has extra inclusions, you may also need to book dates and times for these inclusions after your purchase is complete via our Booking Portal. For more information, please see the instructions on your booking confirmation email.

Where can I buy a ticket for the tour?

You can purchase tickets either on this website, on the bus, from a trusted retailer such as your hotel concierge, or from one of our on-street staff members. Please note that for hygiene reasons we encourage you to pay with card when possible so that all parties can avoid the handling of cash.

Is the commentary available in my language?

All buses feature an entertaining and informative pre-recorded commentary in the following languages:

- English
- Spanish
- French
- German
- Italian
- Portuguese

What time do tours start and how often do the buses run?

Please visit our Service Information page for up-to-date information on tour start times and frequency.

Where can I start the tour?

You can hop on at any Big Bus stop. To find the stop closest to you, please click here.

Tell me about Big Bus Tours New York

Welcome to Big Bus Tours New York! We're proud to offer exciting sightseeing tours of the Big Apple on our open-top double-decker buses, giving you the opportunity to discover all the city's famous landmarks with ease and comfort. During our tours, you'll be entertained by our pre-recorded on-board commentary, available in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese and Italian via complimentary headphones. Feel free to hop on and hop off the bus from any of our stops to visit the landmarks and attractions that capture your interest, or get comfortable and stay on board for the entire tour - the choice is yours! There are 2 tour routes available: the Uptown Loop (Blue Route) and Downtown loop (Red Route) tours.

New York Unlocked

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