THE TOURIST BUS IN NEW YORK

Tourist buses, also called Hop On, Hop Off, are an excellent option to explore the Big Apple and in this way see as many places as possible in the shortest amount of time possible.

The New York sightseeing bus is a comfortable and fun way to explore the city that never sleeps. Open-top double-decker buses are the perfect way to visit the main sights, especially in the fall when the weather is truly perfect.

Many times, getting around this city can be complicated, especially when visiting the city for the first time. The subway can be confusing and daunting for some, taxis can be expensive (especially due to traffic), and walking is not always an option.

Of course, there are pros and cons to Hop On, Hop Off Bus tours as outlined below:

Advantages:

– They make it easier to get around the city. You just need to get on, sit comfortably and get ready to enjoy everything the city has to offer.

– The buses have stops at all the major attractions, so you don’t have to worry about how to get to each of them, and it’s also a way to make sure you don’t leave anything out of the schedule.

-There is a wide variety of tour operators, which implies more competition and different price options suitable for all budgets.

– On the bus there are usually tourist guides who accompany the passenger, they indicate the different places that you can visit and provide information of interest about each of the places visited.

– The stops are usually safe places for tourists, and this is very important for those who travel to the city for the first time.

Disadvantages:

-For those traveling in large groups or large families, tickets can be somewhat expensive.

-During the peak tourist season, the buses are usually packed with tourists and the stops are likely to have long lines. It usually happens that you have to have some patience and wait a few minutes to be able to board the bus.

-Traffic in Manhattan is really chaotic. Often the tour bus will be stuck with other traffic, reducing your visit time. In any case, it is a good opportunity to experience first-hand the vertigo of this beautiful city.

– During the tour you share the trip with other tourists who can be noisy, so the bus can be somewhat messy. The suggestion is to take advantage of these moments to make friends and exchange information of interest about the trip.



Big Bus Tours buses are the most popular in the city and work as follows:

They are hop-on hop-off. This means that with the purchase of the ticket you can get on and off at different stops throughout the day as many times as you wish.

There is also the option of taking the ride more slowly and staying on top of the bus throughout the entire journey and enjoying the spectacular views of the city while comfortably seated.

The buses have two floors and, depending on the weather, you can choose indoor or outdoor seats. As a suggestion, the favorite seats are usually the front ones on the upper deck, so, if they are available, there is no need to hesitate and choose them quickly.

The alternatives offered are the following: There are two routes through Manhattan that cover the most important attractions, from the Empire State Building to Wall Street. Both options are worth it and are part of the obligatory tour when getting to know the Big Apple.

The routes go through Downtown, which covers the center and south of Manhattan, and another through Uptown, which covers the center and part of the north. Each route lasts about 90 minutes for those who complete the complete route.

Buses pass by the corresponding stops every 15-30 minutes and until 4 or 5 p.m. m., depending on the route chosen. There is also the option of taking a night tour that allows you to enjoy the city lights, which are truly spectacular. In addition, the bus passes over the Manhattan Bridge to cross into Brooklyn, from where you can get unmissable views of the Manhattan skyline. Unlike the other routes, this is not a Hop on Hop off bus tour, since you must stay on the bus throughout the tour.

The service includes audio guides available in different languages ​​and with a pre-recorded narration with interesting information about the route. Wired headphones are needed to connect to the seat, but for those who do not have them at the moment, the bus offers them on loan at no cost.


When visiting New York, it is undoubtedly an option that will make getting around this incredible city easier for any traveler.

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