Downtown Experience Tour

Highlights / General details

Downtown Manhattan is yours to explore with this all-inclusive tour package! The Downtown Experience offers the chance to see it all PLUS flexibility and convenience. On the Downtown Tour, a knowledgeable and professional guide will offer insightful narration as you pass through Times Square, Chinatown, Little Italy and Battery Park – just to name a few of Lower Manhattan’s fascinating neighborhoods. You’ll see incredible sights, such as the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty and more!

Want to explore on your own time? Simply hop off at any of the 21 convenient stops throughout the city and wander at your leisure. When you’re ready to continue the tour, hop back on the next bus!

On your CitySightseeing New York Ferry Tour, which includes 4 hop-off locations for optimal exploration, you’ll have the unique chance to discover NYC from the water. The 1.5-hour cruise boasts unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline aboard a relaxing ferry boat with indoor and outdoor seating.

At the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, take a self-guided tour through the museum’s 110,000 square feet of exhibit space honoring those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993. Hear stories from first responders, see panoramic time-lapse footage from Ground Zero and learn about the ongoing implications of the 9/11 attacks. Outside this poignant museum, stop by the 9/11 Memorial to see the largest manmade waterfalls in North America cascading into the reflecting pools in the footprints of the towers. The name of each fallen victim is inscribed in bronze around the twin memorial pools. Take a moment of silence to remember the fallen.

Finally, ascend to the top of the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere in less than sixty seconds. Look toward the horizon and feel the city’s invincible spirit. You’re at One World Observatory, the new attraction atop the One World Trade Center building! Explore three levels filled with innovation and inspiration – and some of the most stunning views in the city!

Inclusion

24-hour Hop-on, Hop-off Bus pass and Ferry pass; Live commentary in ENGLISH plus recorded narration in 11 languages; Admission to One World Observatory and 9/11 Tribute Center.

Exclusion

Transportation to and from the departure locations; Meals; Gratuities.

Hours of operation

Downtown Hop-on, Hop-off Double-decker Tour:

Available daily departing every 20-25 minutes from 8:00am to 6:00pm (Thanksgiving day 10:00am-6:00pm and New Year's Eve 8:00am-3:00pm).

CitySightseeing New York® Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Ferry:

Available daily departing frequently throughout the day including Twilight Cruise in the evening. No cruise departures on January 1 and December 25.

One World Observatory:

Available Sunday-Friday, open 9:00am - 10:00pm (last ticket 9:15pm).

9/11 Tribute Center:

Available daily, open Monday-Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm, Sunday 10:00am - 5:00pm.

Duration

Downtown hop-on, hop-off double-decker tour: Tour length approximately 2.5+ hours – Valid 24 hours.

CitySightseeing New York® Hop-on, Hop-off Ferry: Tour length approximately 90 Minutes – Valid 24 hours.

One World Observatory Admission – Valid 30 days.

9/11 Tribute Center Admission – Valid 30 days.

Inclusion

24-hour Hop-on, Hop-off Bus pass and Ferry pass; Live commentary in ENGLISH plus recorded narration in 11 languages; Admission to One World Observatory and 9/11 Tribute Center.

Exclusion

Transportation to and from the departure locations; Meals; Gratuities.

Duration

Downtown hop-on, hop-off double-decker tour: Tour length approximately 2.5+ hours – Valid 24 hours.

CitySightseeing New York® Hop-on, Hop-off Ferry: Tour length approximately 90 Minutes – Valid 24 hours.

One World Observatory Admission – Valid 30 days.

9/11 Tribute Center Admission – Valid 30 days.

Location

Downtown Tour departs from 777 8th Avenue (between 47th & 48th Street).

One World Observatory is located at One World Trade Center, 285 Fulton Street, New York, New York, 10007 (Enter on West Street at Corner of Vesey Street).

9/11 Tribute Center is located at 120 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10006.

Policies

Cancellation: Unredeemed vouchers are fully refundable.

Schedule varies per season. Please call prior to arrival for current departure schedule.

Ticket valid for tour on day you exchange your confirmation voucher for a boarding ticket.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**