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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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 Bus Tour
Duration: 6 hours: 6hrs tour approx
Closed-top bus: Fully guided tour in a closed-top climate-controlled bus
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
Reviews
12,887 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day with Rachel and Jimmy.
Elvira L,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Highly recommended. Lots of good tips, info and goods spots to take pictures. Rachel was full of energy and had great personality.
Great Tour!
Nancy F,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00As an older tourist, I was concerned about how much walking there would be. I would say while there was a good bit of walking, it is completely doable. Our great guide did watch out for older guests. Lionel was funny, knowledgeable and kind.
The greatest experience and fantastic views.
167tessieg,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our trip to New York was fantastic. The views from the different buildings, including the Empire State building the edge the Staten Island ferry. The tour of New York was wonderful..
The tour guide was...
Patrick J,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was extremely knowledgeable. This was an outstanding piece of our trip. It made our stay memorable.
Tour of NY
Manny A,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00A very informative guide who was nice and funny. The time was just enough to get a good experience of all
Good tour, Gil was great....
Deborah M,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Good tour, Gil was great. Very very knowledgeable about New York and its history and also great guy.
Tour Guide Lyoner was best
Adina D,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very good. Even when I was lost tour guide Lyoner tried his best effort to find me and get connected. Just a reminder for others always know r the tour guide name and number just in case
Good guide and friendly....
YUYA W,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Good guide and friendly. It was rainy day unfortunately windows of bus were foggy, recommend to go sunny day
Loved it!
Emma D,
Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were able to see and visit as many highlights the city has to offer! Truly appreciated the experience. We had a wonderful tour guide, Susan. Thank you.
First trip to NYC
Robert Y,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rhonda was full of energy, fun and true NY spirit. We thoroughly enjoyed our day visiting NYC for the first time- getting a view of the whole city!
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