NYC Bundle: Empire State, Big Bus Tour, and Circle Line Cruise

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Save over 40% of retail when you bundle!

Explore the Big Apple with this top-rated Best of New York bundle—featuring three iconic experiences at one unbeatable price.

Begin your adventure with express entry to the 86th-floor observation deck of the Empire State Building. Marvel at sweeping 360° views of Manhattan’s skyline and landmarks—from Central Park to the Statue of Liberty. A must-see art deco masterpiece!

Next, see New York your way with a flexible 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour on two routes. Ride top-deck for open-air views and enjoy audio commentary in multiple languages. Hop off at must-see spots like Times Square, Wall Street, and the MET—and hop back on whenever you're ready. The free Big Bus app tracks arrival times in real time.

Cap off your NYC experience with a Circle Line sightseeing cruise—choose between the 60-minute Liberty Midtown Cruise or the 90-minute Landmarks Cruise. Glide past the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and One World Trade Center.

What's Included

  • Save over 40% off retail rates when you buy the bundle
  • Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise (60-min Liberty Cruise or 90-min Landmarks Cruise)
  • Big Bus 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Downtown and Uptown Loops

    What To Expect

    Downtown Route (Red Route)

    13 Stops | 21 Points of Interest


    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


    Operating Schedule: Downtown Loop operates 9:00AM-5:00PM daily.9:00AM-5:00PM (from Stop #1 - M&M'S World) Every 20 minutes, total route takes 90 minutes.

    M&M'S New York

    Stop 1 - 7th Ave & W 48th St

    Times Square

    Stop 2 - W 42nd St and Broadway

    Empire State Building

    Stop 3 - Empire State Building/KoreaTown - 5th Avenue & West 32nd Street

    Flatiron District

    Stop 4 - Flatiron District (in front of Eisenbergs Sandwich Shop) - 5th Ave & W 23rd St

    SoHo

    Stop 5 - West Broadway & Spring Street (in front of the Nike Store)

    Chinatown

    Stop 6 - Chinatown/Little Italy (near corner with Walker Street) - 100 Lafayette St

    Brooklyn Bridge

    Stop 7 - Park Row & Beekman St

    Wall Street

    Stop 8 - Wall St/Statue of Liberty

    Statue of Liberty

    Stop 9 - Trinity Church located on Trinity Place and Cedar St

    World Trade Center

    Stop 10 - Church St & Vesey St (across from the Post Office)

    Pier 57

    Stop 11 - 11th Ave, between W 15th St & W 16th St (across from Pier 57, in front of the NBC Building)

    20 Hudson Yards

    Stop 12 - 12th Ave & 30th St (north-east corner)

    Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises

    Stop 13 - 12th Ave & 40th St (opposite Pier 81)
    Uptown Route (Blue Route)

    7 Stops | 12 Points of Interest


    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


    Operating Schedule: 10 AM - 4 PM (Departs from Stop #14 Hope Sculpture) Every 30 Minutes, tour duration takes 90 Minutes

    Hope Sculpture

    Stop 14 - 7th Ave & W 53rd St (in front of Chase Bank)

    Times Square

    Stop 2 - 42nd and Broadway (In front of the Knickerbocker Hotel)

    Rockefeller Center

    Stop 15 - W 49th St & 5th Ave (In front of Michael Kors)

    The Metropolitan Museum of Art

    Stop 16 - 5th Ave & E 83rd St (outside the museum near 83rd St)

    Central Park Zoo

    Stop 17 - 5th Ave & E 66th St (opposite 845 5th Ave)

    Columbus Circle

    Stop 18 - Central Park & Columbus Circle (Southwest corner of Central Park, next to Main Monument)

    Carnegie Hall

    Stop 19 - 7th Ave & W 57th St (in front of Trattoria Dell'Arte)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Circle Line audio guides available: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, and Japanese
    • Big Bus audio available: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese
    • Circle Line and Empire State Building can be separate days. Select date and time at redemption or visit bigbustours.com/manage-my-booking

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: Will I get seasick on NYC Bundle: Empire State, Big Bus Tour, and Circle Line Cruise?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5096P76

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    What's Included

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    • Save over 40% off retail rates when you buy the bundle
    • Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise (60-min Liberty Cruise or 90-min Landmarks Cruise)
    • Big Bus 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Downtown and Uptown Loops
    • Empire State Building 86th Floor Admission
    • Digital commentary in multiple languages aboard Big Bus
    • Big Bus app for live bus tracking and route information
    • Live English guide aboard Circle Line. Audio guides available in additional languages

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • 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
    • Circle Line audio guides available: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Mandarin Chinese, Korean, and Japanese
    • Big Bus audio available: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese
    • Circle Line and Empire State Building can be separate days. Select date and time at redemption or visit bigbustours.com/manage-my-booking
    • Cruises operate daily from Circle Line Cruises at Pier 83, 42nd Street in Hudson River Park The nearest Big Bus Tours Stop is #12: Circle Line Sightseeing
    • Cruise duration is 60 minutes for the Liberty Midtown Cruise or 90 Minutes for the Landmarks Cruise
    • Cruises feature an onboard café and full bar, restrooms, outdoor deck space, air conditioning and indoor seating with large windows.
    • Redemption Information: Exchange this voucher for your tickets at Big Bus Stop #1 (M&M's World). Look for a team member with a Big Bus logo.

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    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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