New York Night Tour: Open Top Bus Tour by TopView®
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
The TopView® Skyline Night Tour is more than just a ride — it's a high-energy experience led by a live, entertaining guide who brings New York City to life with stories, fun facts, and trivia. From the open-top double-decker bus, you'll take in unbeatable nighttime views of NYC’s most iconic landmarks — including Times Square, the Empire State Building, and the Brooklyn Bridge — all illuminated against the night sky.
This tour stands out for its real-time, engaging narration, interactive atmosphere, and unforgettable photo ops from the top deck. It’s the perfect way to experience the vibrant energy of the city after dark — ideal for first-time visitors and locals alike.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a guided panoramic bus tour with no hop-on/hop-off stops or entry to attractions.
The tour runs rain or shine — please dress appropriately for the weather.
Seating is first-come, first-served; arrive early for the best views on the upper deck.
Restrooms are not available on board; please plan accordingly.
The tour is family-friendly but children must be accompanied by an adult.
Wheelchair access is limited; contact in advance to discuss accommodations.
Traffic and weather conditions may affect tour duration and route.
NYC Skyline Night Tour with Live Entertainment departs daily at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM from TopView Bus Stop #1, located on 7th Ave between 47th St & 48th St.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Times Square
Our double-decker New York evening tours take you from Times Square down 5th Ave. to the Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, Chinatown, and Little Italy before crossing over to Brooklyn.
Bryant Park
Our double-decker New York evening tours take you from Times Square down 5th Ave. to the Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, Chinatown, and Little Italy before crossing over to Brooklyn.
What‘s Included
Capture stunning photos of New York City's skyline at night
Panoramic views of NYC landmarks lit up at night
1.5-hour open-top double-decker night bus tour
Live guide providing entertaining commentary and NYC trivia
Hotel pickup and drop-off services
Options
Skyline Tour with Live Guide
NYC night tour with live guide: Evening panoramic tour of NYC with a live English-speaking guide onboard.
Open-top sightseeing: Enjoy premium views from an open-top double-decker bus.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: The full tour runs for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
None: Food and drinks are not included in this tour.
Midtown to Manhattan Bridge: See Times Square, Empire State Building, SoHo, Chinatown, Little Italy, Manhattan Bridge & more.
Double-decker open-top bus: Travel in an open-top bus designed for panoramic sightseeing.
Reviews
2,881 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Misleading
khwebb1992,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Usually don’t rate things low but feel we were misled on this one. Didn’t have a life tour guide but a computerized recording that either behind where we were on the tour or picked up mid explanation of something and you know whatever it was, you missed it. I know the bus that left before we did had a life tour guy because I heard him talking as they pulled out. Very disappointing that we didn’t have one. The bus was very rough and beat me to death. Will not do this tour with this company again… beware.
Overcharged
Rick B,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00If you buy tix buy from the guys selling in the red jackets at the bus pickup dropoff location. They was like $50 cheaper than what i paid online.
BEST DAY EVER
U5500EHcarlosd,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the BEST tour of my life I saw the empire state building, the library, the brooklyn bridge, ect. Thank David and Davis for making this happen. Thank you.
Great experience
bj rng718,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was really great as it not only offered great views of NY but also a very entertaining moderation. Davis (driver) and especially David (guide) did a fantastic job. Thank you, guys!
Loved the guided tour
Camper05915351428,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David and Davis were great, they gave us a good tour
David and Davis
kekeg729,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David and david were amazing, both were very professional and nice. Would book again.
Shady company
Sightsee28134067865,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Customer service is unresponsive if purchased in advance, ticket agents street side were of little help. Bus is in mediocre shape, microphone system the staff use is shoddy. Davis was a good driver and David…goodness he tried to be entertaining as the quick sharp tongued Michigan gay, fell quite short. Trip doesn’t even bring you back to where you started, have to walk the rest. Purchasing tickets in advance is a scam. Buyer beware.
Best way night 1 activity
jaymb84,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David was a very knowledgeable and fun guide and David was extremely safe and comfortable driver. We had some audio issues but David handled it well and we don’t miss a beat of the show! Thanks for kicking off our trip right!
Fantastic
harmonyd214,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00David was hilarious and it was a great experience
Open top with a scratched up window roof covering you
Shawn D,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Don’t expect an actual open top bus if you ride the night bus. It will have a really scratched up plastic window covering the bus
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