North Pole Express Bus Tour NYC Christmas Lights Experience
Overview
The North Pole Express is more than a holiday lights tour — it’s an immersive Christmas experience designed for families, combining dazzling Midtown Manhattan holiday lights with live characters, interactive storytelling, and a magical visit to the “North Pole” to meet Santa himself. Guests enjoy guaranteed upper-deck seating, hot cocoa and festive treats, a joyful carol sing-along, and special moments for children to share their Christmas wishes with Santa. With two experience levels available — Standard and Enchanted — families can choose from a cozy holiday ride or an enhanced experience with extended routes, additional characters, exclusive storytelling, and festive keepsakes, all with easy boarding, holiday décor, and a thoughtfully curated seasonal route through New York City.
What's Included
- Guaranteed upper-deck seating aboard a decked-out double-decker holiday bus
- Meet the whimsical Express Conductor and Santa’s Elves, straight from the pages of a Christmas story
- A cozy winter hat and blanket to keep you warm and merry
- Front-row views of NYC’s most dazzling holiday lights
- Personal time with Santa at the North Pole — tell him your wishes and receive a magical sleigh bell
- Steaming hot cocoa to sweeten your ride
- A holiday cookie surprise (because no holiday is complete without one!)
- Golden Ticket to board NYC’s enchanted North Pole Express
- Hotel pickup and drop-off – guests must meet at the designated departure point
- Restroom access – there are no bathrooms onboard, so plan ahead
Meeting Location
New York
NY, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Rockefeller Center (Pass By)
Grand Central Terminal (Pass By)
Columbus Circle (Pass By)
Empire State Building (Pass By)
Radio City Music Hall (Pass By)
Bryant Park (Pass By)
St. Patrick's Cathedral (Pass By)
Chrysler Building (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This experience takes place on a double-decker bus with guaranteed upper-deck seating for optimal views.
- Suitable for all ages — infants under 2 ride free on a guardian’s lap (16+ years); a ticket is needed if a separate seat is required.
- No restroom facilities onboard; please plan accordingly.
- This is a non-stop driving tour with no off-bus stops; all sightseeing is done from the comfort of the bus.
- Pajamas and festive attire are encouraged to add to the holiday fun!
- For gluten-free or dairy-free treat options, please contact customer service before your tour date.
- Boarding is at 42nd St between 5th and 6th Ave, NYC; please arrive 15 minutes early.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 65 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-447125P2
Reviews
Average 2.33 out of 5 stars based on 3 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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