Hop On Hop Off New York - Bus Tours

Routes and Stops Covered by Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours New York

The New York City tours operate across two strategically curated routes, called Downtown Loop (Red Route) and Uptown Loop (Blue Route), covering the city’s top neighborhoods and attractions.

• The Downtown Loop (Red Route) focuses on Midtown and Lower Manhattan landmarks, covering major attractions such as the Times Square, Empire State Building, Flatiron Building district, SoHo, Chinatown, Brooklyn Bridge, Wall Street, Statue of Liberty views from Battery Park, One World Trade Center, and Hudson Yards.
• The Uptown Loop (Blue Route) explores Midtown North and Upper Manhattan highlights, covering attractions such as Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Carnegie Hall, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park Zoo, Columbus Circle, and Museum Mile along the Upper East Side.

Depending on the route, Big Bus New York services generally operate between 09:00 AM and 04:30 PM, with a frequency of approximately 30 to 60 minutes, completing a loop within around 75 - 90 minutes (1 hour 15 minutes - 1 hour 30 minutes).

Note: Hours, frequency, and exact stop times vary by season and operator, so it's worth checking the current schedule before you go.

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How to Make the Most of New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Use the bus to cover longer distances: Manhattan is walkable, but the bus saves time between Uptown and Downtown areas.

Plan popular stops earlier: Attractions like Central Park and Times Square are easier to explore before peak hours.

Keep your camera ready: The upper deck offers excellent angles for photos of skyscrapers and bridges.

Break up your day by neighborhoods: Spend focused time in one area before hopping back on to move to the next.

Things to Know

New York City is often called “the city that never sleeps” due to its round-the-clock activity and vibrant cultural scene. The city is also home to Broadway, the world’s most influential theatre district.

The Statue of Liberty, which has become one of the most recognizable symbols of freedom worldwide, and of course of the city, was actually gifted by France in 1886. Another interesting fact is that Central Park, which is located in the heart of Manhattan, is one of the most visited urban parks in the whole United States.