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Hop On Hop Off New York

We compared all 5 options — our verdict, the best price and who each one is really for.

5 experiences from US$ 50 Free cancellation on most experiences

The verdict

NYC: Empire State & Statue of Liberty with 48-Hour Bus Tour
NYC: Empire State & Statue of Liberty with 48-Hour Bus Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 3.36 (213)1h 30mYou get 48 hours of hop-on hop-off bus access across two Manhattan routes, entry to the Empire State Building's 86th-floor observation deck with a pre-booked time slot, and round-trip ferry passage to Liberty and Ellis Islands. The audio guide covers multiple languages, and a bike rental discount is included. You choose the order of stops, set your own pace, and return to the bus whenever you're ready to move on.Is it for me?Best for travelers who want to see New York's major landmarks without arranging separate tickets, ferries, and transport — the single pass and flexible timing let you build your own itinerary instead of following a fixed schedule.Free cancellationfromUS$ 135View ›
NYC: Empire State Building & 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
NYC: Empire State Building & 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 3.30 (91)1h 30mYou get 48 hours of unlimited bus access across Downtown and Uptown Manhattan, with entry to the Empire State Building observation deck included and a live 2-hour night tour departing at 7 or 8 p.m. Activate your ticket via the Big Bus app or at the first stop, hop off whenever something catches your eye—the Brooklyn Bridge, Central Park, Wall Street, the Met—and catch the next bus when you're ready to move on. The whole experience runs on your schedule, not a fixed itinerary.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see the main Manhattan attractions without booking separate tickets or planning a fixed schedule—the 48-hour window and frequent buses mean you set the pace, and the included Empire State Building and night tour cover two of the things most visitors want to do anyway.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 105View ›

Hop On Hop Off New York — what to know before booking

This guide compares 5 bookable options for Hop On Hop Off New York, with up-to-date prices and real traveler reviews. Prices start at US$ 50. The average rating is 3.9 out of 5, based on 5,302 traveler reviews.

5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation. The verdict at the top highlights the travelers' favorite, the best price and the top-rated option, updated with live data.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Hop On Hop Off New York cost?

Prices start at US$ 50. There are 5 options to compare, and the final price depends on the date, group size and the option you choose.

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

New York: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Circle Line Cruise is the travelers' favorite, rated 3.5 out of 5 across 4,936 reviews.

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