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
12,651 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic NYC Tour with...
Maria B,
Oct 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic NYC Tour with host Kevin! – A Highlight of Our Trip We visited New York City from the UK for a short trip back in June and decided to join a tour bus to get a local’s perspective of the city — and we’re so glad we did! Our tour guide, Kevin, was absolutely brilliant. Incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the city, he brought New York to life for us. From start to finish, the tour was engaging, informative, and a lot of fun. Kevin really made our day — we saw the city through a resident’s eyes and learned so much more than we would have on our own. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting NYC — especially if you’re short on time and want an authentic, insider experience. Thanks again to Kevin for a wonderful tour! — From the ‘7 Brits’ 🇬🇧
Worth It
Tyresha M,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Alberto (Guide) and Manuel (driver) were great. The tour was 6hrs however with them it didnt feel anywhere near 6hrs long. Albert is a wealth of knowledge and you can tell he enjoys educating others about the city. He ensures you walk away with something new and educational. If we were to do it again we'd definitely request him.
Great Views of New York
Lisa H,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was my first time to New York. This tour had all the highlights that I wanted to see on the trip and more. Dana was our guide, and she was very knowledgeable. I saw so many beautiful buildings that I probably wouldn’t have seen on my own.
We went on this tour on...
Renee L,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00We went on this tour on our first day in NYC and really enjoyed it. Walter provided a wealth of history, insight and humor. It was a small group, which made for a comfortable and fun experience. We spent 4 more days in the city doing additional tours and it was amazing how so many things related back to this initial tour. Locations, history, etc all came together.
It was great!
Lara P,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Alberto was a fantastic tour guide. I learned so much about some of the history, landmarks, safety tips and had fun.
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