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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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.
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
2,417 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not Great Experience
Jessika H,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
2.00This was not great. The headphones barely worked, The guide yelled into mic making it garbled couldn’t hear a thing. zoomed by all the sites barely got any pictures. Should’ve done the Big Bis tour 100 x better!
Not really good experience
Irena B,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
3.00We came 15 minutes early how they said..Bus was late ,sand massage to operator and call no one was answered…finally bus arrived it was heavy rain they kept us out till bus was cleaned, not offering ponchos till I asked.. They continued to collecting people down the road ..Tour was started 8:30 pm ..all excitements were gone .. they were saying we will be dropped on same location but we were dropped 4 blocks earlier.. not really professional just take money from tourists and who cares about everything else… So disappointed
Seeing NYC at Night
Suzann M,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is a good way to see New York City at night. It was good to see different parts and to cross the bridge into Brooklyn.
The tour was very nice...
Louressa M,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour was very nice and the guide was very informative. In spite of being rained on, we really enjoyed ourselves. We were also provided ponchos for the tour.
Open Top Bus
sophie b,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
4.00The guide was great, loads of information. Very friendly and helpful. A native New Yorker. A great way to see all the hot spots. Remember to get the bus app, to download your tickets. Mine didn't work, but the guy was helpful and we got it sorted in the end.
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