New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour
Overview
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6 hours
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Experience the best of New York City with a knowledgeable, licensed tour guide by your side. Our guides will make your journey unforgettable as they hop off the bus at each stop, giving you an exclusive and personalized sightseeing experience.
Relax in the comfort of our climate-controlled tour buses, ensuring a cozy and enjoyable ride while staying protected from the unpredictable weather. Choose between our glass-top or closed-top bus options for your preferred experience.
Explore NYC's most iconic locations with our 15 to 20-minute guided walking tours. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Central Park, the vibrancy of Rockefeller Center, and the solemnity of the 9/11 Memorial, among other fascinating spots.
For a truly unique perspective, don't miss the ferry ride, offering breathtaking views of the NYC skyline from the water. It's a must-see experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories!
Additional Info
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
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Seats are assigned on a first-come first-served basis so please arrive 20 - 30 minutes before tour's departure time for a timely check in
If you're driving and need to park your vehicle - the closest garage parking is at 140 W 51st St, NY, NY 10020 and at 209 W 51st St, NY, NY 10019
The tour will be an even amount of walking and riding on the bus. (approx.)
Please note that we do NOT provide pick-up and drop-off service for this tour
Convertible buses switch from open-tops to glass-tops between October and March due to colder temperatures
What To Expect
Times Square
After a drive through the Times Square area, our first stop is at Central Park. The stop includes a short, guided walk into Central Park and a visit to Columbus Circle – one of NYC’s hottest neighborhoods and the official zero-mile point from which all official city distances are measured.
Central Park
The first stop is a guided walk into Central Park and a visit to Columbus Circle.
Options
Guided Day Glass-Top Bus Tour
Duration: 6 hours: 6hrs tour approx Glass-top bus: Small-group tour, up to 16 passengers, in a glass-top mini bus
Guided Day Bus Tour
Duration: 6 hours: 6hrs tour approx Closed-top bus: Fully guided tour in a closed-top climate-controlled bus
What‘s Included
The Staten Island Ferry
Expert Local Tour Guide Narrative
Bottled Water on Buses
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off not included
Lunch
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
13,562 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Covered many of the...
Priya M,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Covered many of the important land marks. Our tour guide was very informative and interesting There is so much to see in New York, unfortunately everything cannot be covered in one toyr
Knowledgeable Guide but a rushed tour
Rhonda J,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00An enjoyable tour and while it was not the operators fault that we were unable to visit Ground Zero or take the Staten Island Ferry (due to Knicks Parade) I was disappointed with the alternatives that they provided. A view of the Statue of Liberty from Little Island was hardly the same, and a visit to Chelsea Market and a genesis exhibit of Marilyn Monroe hardly compensates for ground zero. The lady who did the tour was very knowledgeable and I enjoyed listening to some of her stories. Realistically the trip was too rushed to get a really good representation of NYC. Disappointed in the tour and felt it should have been a little longer.
The guide lady talked a...
Karina V,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The guide lady talked a lot of extra things to do in NYC that was irrelevant to the tour. Way too much information. She spoke too fast for being a tour person. And we should have gotten a small refund since we did not do the boat tour. She filled that time with details of what to do on your own. That is not what we paid for.
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OnAir51312055895,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour!! Our guide was super informative and he was always keeping us interested. Our party was a mix of a first time visitor and a multiple time visitor and we both really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend for a tour in the city!!
The absolute best way to see NYC in a single day!
elhabibc2026,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We booked this tour and it exceeded all expectations. If you are short on time or it's your first time in the city, this is a must-do. The itinerary is incredibly well-paced, covering all the major highlights without feeling overly rushed. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, sharing fascinating history and fun trivia at every stop. The transport was clean and comfortable, which was a lifesaver given how much ground we covered. Highly recommend!
Best quick trip around Manhattan
Katie E,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing 6-hour tour of Manhattan, and our guide made the experience unforgettable! He was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and shared so much interesting history and local insight throughout the day. His enthusiasm for the city was contagious, and he made every stop enjoyable and informative. We learned so much while having a great time. If you’re looking for a fantastic way to experience Manhattan, we highly recommend this tour—and especially this guide!
An average tour
Mary F,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00As city tours go, this was pretty average. The guide did a fine job pointing out the main landmarks, particularly along 5th Avenue, but the commentary was light on history and interesting background facts. It felt a bit superficial, with a lot of focus on the homes of the rich and famous. Surprisingly, they didn’t even mention or drive by Taylor Swift’s place—I actually had to ask about it myself. It’s a decent introductory tour, but it could be a much richer experience with better storytelling.
Great tour to see several key sites in one day
Denise C,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great tour to see many NYC sites all in one day. Our guide and driver were both excellent. I appreciated having a guide who had spent his life in NYC and knew so many facts about how things used to be vs the present.
We spent 2hours in a bus...
Robert L,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00We spent 2hours in a bus when the air conditioning didn’t work from the start. To give you a sense of what we experienced. Wait until the temperature reaches 30degrees C go into a greenhouse, and close all the windows and doors Have not got the room for rest of this terrible experience .
The Best Tour ever!!!
James J,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Tour was Awesome and the Guide was Super Awesome she and Tony the Driver did Awesome Job it really made the our experience here in New York Great!!!!
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