
NYC: Half-Day Bus Tour of Top Highlights – New York City, New York
Discover New York City’s top highlights in just half a day! Ride in a luxury bus, enjoy spectacular views, and stop for photos at 4 iconic spots with a fun, professional tour guide.
EXPERIENCE:
Get ready for an exciting adventure through the best of New York City on our Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights! Step inside our comfortable, climate-controlled bus, and let us show you the city we love. It’s not just a tour—it’s like exploring NYC with a new friend who knows all the best spots!
You’ll start the tour at the giant Button and Needle statue located on W 39th Street and 7th Avenue, right behind Times Square. As you ride through bustling Midtown, your guide will point out iconic spots like Radio City Music Hall and NBC Studios. Then, get ready to for amazing views as you pass through Central Park, hearing stories about its history and iconic movie scenes.
Next, you’ll visit the historic Dakota Building, hear about John Lennon’s time there, and see the location of Strawberry Fields. As you head toward the Upper East Side, you’ll see the luxurious mansions, the elegant Plaza Hotel, and the high-end boutiques of Fifth Avenue.
Our 1st photo-stop is at the famous Rockefeller Center—15 minutes to snap photos, explore, and take a quick bathroom break! You’ll then drive past the Empire State Building, the iconic Flatiron Building, and catch a view of the Washington Square Arch.
But the fun doesn’t stop there! Your tour will drive through the streets of SoHo, Chinatown, and the Financial District. At Pier 17, you will enjoy the second photo stop with a stunning view of the Brooklyn Bridge before visiting the moving 9/11 Memorial.
Next, you’ll get an incredible land view of the Statue of Liberty, perfect for photos—no ferry ride needed! As we wrap up, you’ll drive by Chelsea Piers, the modern marvel of Hudson Yards before finishing at Macy’s. This final stop is just a few blocks from where you started, conveniently close to great shopping, dining, and trains.
In just half a day, you’ll experience New York City’s most iconic sights, hear its stories, and create memories you won’t forget. So, hop on and let’s make the city yours for the day!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Cover all of NYC’s must-sees in Half a Day.
Ride in a comfy, luxury, climate-controlled bus.
Enjoy and snap amazing photos in 4 Photo-Stops
Hear fun facts and stories from a Local Guide.
Enjoy the expertly crafted itinerary to cover all of NYC with 1 epic tour.
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