NY: Empire State Building, Liberty Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour
Overview
Explore the Big Apple with this top-rated Best of New York bundle—featuring three iconic experiences at one unbeatable price.
Empire State Building
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!
Circle Line Boat Cruise
Cap off your NYC experience with a Circle Line sightseeing cruise—choose between the Liberty Midtown Cruise or the Landmarks Cruise. See the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and One World Trade Center.
Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour
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.
What's Included
- 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
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- Empire State Building 86th Floor Admission
- Digital commentary in multiple languages aboard Big Bus
- Live English guide aboard Circle Line. Audio guides available in additional languages
- Food and Drinks
What To Expect
13 Stops | 21 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: Downtown Loop operates 9:00AM-4:30PM (from Stop #1 - M&M'S World) Every 30 minutes, total route takes 90 minutes.
M&M'S New York
Times Square
Empire State Building
Flatiron District
SoHo
Chinatown
Brooklyn Bridge
Wall Street
Statue of Liberty
World Trade Center
Pier 57
20 Hudson Yards
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
7 Stops | 12 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule: 10 AM - 4 PM (Departs from Stop #14 Hope Sculpture) Every 60 Minutes, tour duration takes 90 Minutes
Hope Sculpture
Times Square
Rockefeller Center
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Central Park Zoo
Columbus Circle
Carnegie Hall
Additional Info
- 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.
- Guests may activate ticket in two ways: 1. Download and open the Big Bus app. Tap "Add Booking" and enter your booking reference. On the day of travel, open your ticket and press "Activate" then show your activated ticket to the driver at any stop along the route. Plus, use the app for route information and live bus tracking. 2. Redeem voucher and activate with Big Bus staff at 7th Ave & W 48th St (Outside M&Ms World), or with a driver at any stop along the route.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: Will I get seasick on NY: Empire State Building, Liberty Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour?
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Activity code: C-5096P76
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Average 4.63 out of 5 stars based on 16 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- 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.
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation).
- Empire State Building 86th Floor Admission.
- Digital commentary in multiple languages aboard Big Bus.
- Live English guide aboard Circle Line. Audio guides available in additional languages.
- Food and Drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the NY: Empire State Building, Liberty Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour is as follows:
- 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
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Mar 2024What's Included
- 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
- Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
- Empire State Building 86th Floor Admission
- Digital commentary in multiple languages aboard Big Bus
- Live English guide aboard Circle Line. Audio guides available in additional languages
- Food and Drinks
Additional Info
- 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.
- Guests may activate ticket in two ways: 1. Download and open the Big Bus app. Tap "Add Booking" and enter your booking reference. On the day of travel, open your ticket and press "Activate" then show your activated ticket to the driver at any stop along the route. Plus, use the app for route information and live bus tracking. 2. Redeem voucher and activate with Big Bus staff at 7th Ave & W 48th St (Outside M&Ms World), or with a driver at any stop along the route.
