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
12,867 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolute a must when you...
Nina V,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolute a must when you arrive to NYC. Our tour guide was the absolute best!! Highly recommend. It a must when here.
NYC in one day
Laraine V,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Very knowledgeable guide who gave alot of tips and info about NYC. Also got acquainted with other people on the bus.
BEST intro to NYC
Venture65940947597,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is hands down the easiest way to see most of Manhattan in one day. Definitely worth the money. Our tour guide, Nathan, and driver, Arvis, were fantastic. I can’t imagine trying to do all of this on my own. And it was so great to have someone so knowledgable show us around! 10/10 would recommend.
NYC 6 hour tour!
Michael R,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rachael was an excellent guide and Manuel a great driver! Rachael provided lots of interesting historical information on New York City
Touring NYC
Debbie J,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rachel was our tour guide for the day and she was fabulous. She made the trip so enjoyable and pleasant and I learned so much about NYC and learned to navigate the city more easily with her help. I would recommend this tour to everyone who wants to see everything but doesn’t have a lot of time in the city
Worthwhile experience
Traveling Cuffs,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Joey was a character. He was very knowledgeable and gave us fun facts throughout the tour, and a depth of history on how areas/things had changed. I didn't realize how much I'd learned about the city, until I recounted my experience to someone else. Really enjoyed that we did so much including a ferry ride, all one day. Worth the money.
Perfect Tour for a Quick and Clear Overview of New York!
Givigogicha,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Вот готовое TripAdvisor-стиле ревью, чёткое, полезное и читаемое: ⸻ Perfect Tour for a Quick and Clear Overview of New York! If you’re visiting New York for just a few days, this tour is absolutely the best way to start your trip. It gives a fast, structured, and very informative overview of the city, so you immediately understand where everything is, как всё устроено, и какие районы стоит изучить дальше самостоятельно. The guide explains the main sights clearly and keeps the pace comfortable. You don’t waste time wandering or guessing — in just a few hours you get a full picture of Manhattan, key landmarks, and the city layout. It’s the ideal “first-day” activity: after this tour, it becomes much easier to plan the rest of your trip, choose what to revisit, and explore New York on your own. The tour is well organized, the route is efficient, and the information is helpful even if you’ve been to NYC before. Highly recommended, especially for first-time visitors or anyone who wants to get oriented quickly. A great start to any New York adventure!
Top tour in new york
joanne d,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth the money and the time was not just a tour but also give good adivce how to get around new york, good recommend to food , best places to visit to get them great pictures , help as to cross the new york roads lol and we are now ready to use the subway Rachel was fantanstic we had a great time and lots of laughs we feel in good company and a excellent driver thanks rachel and the team x
Rachel was a great guide....
Delores G,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Rachel was a great guide. Very knowledgeable about New York and gave us the best tour!!! I would recommend her anytime!!!
Great Tour for First Time Visitors to NYC
Lorraine R,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00First time visitors to NYC should definitely do this tour. Great overview of all NYC has to offer. Gil was an excellent tour guide. His knowledge and love for NYC was contagious.
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