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Combo: New York City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

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Experience the best of New York City while saving big with this combo: a hop-on hop-off bus tour and tickets to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island.

New York HOHO

Kick off your New York City adventure with unlimited access for a day to both the red and blue routes.

Downtown loop (Red route)

  • First bus: 9am from stop #1 (M&M’s World)

  • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (M&M’s World)

  • Frequency: Every 15 mins

  • Popular Stops: Brooklyn Bridge, SoHo, Times Square (East), Empire State Building & World Trade Center

Uptown loop (Blue route)

  • First bus: 10am from stop #14 (Hope Sculpture)

  • Last bus: 4pm from stop #14 (Hope Sculpture)

  • Frequency: Every 30 mins

  • Popular Stops: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park Zoo, Columbus Circle

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

After soaking in the bustling streets of New York City, hop off at stop #9 Statue of Liberty/ Battery Park on Downtown route and head right onto the ferry with priority access, and set sail for two of America’s most storied landmarks. First stop – step into Ellis Island, where stories of resilience and ambition of over 12 million immigrants fill the air. Then, visit the Statue of Liberty with your audio guide sharing stories of its construction and symbolism.

Location
New York, New York, New York
Timing
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Highlights

  • Dive into the heart of New York City with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and catch glimpses of the bustling Times Square, and Greenwich Village.
  • Explore the city's urban spirit at 18 stops on the open-top buses with a audio commentary. Upgrade to ride along two routes plus get a bike rental.
  • Sail directly to Liberty Island with priority round-trip ferry access, bypassing long lines to get a closer look at the Statue of Liberty.
  • Visit Ellis Island's museums and tune into a 12-language audio guide that shares the rich history of US immigration and its cultural impact.
  • Fun fact:The full name of the Statue of Liberty is ‘Liberty Enlightening the World’ and the statue itself was a gift from France to America in 1886.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
  • Access to Downtown loop
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese & Italian
  • Access to Uptown loop (based on option selected)
  • Bike rental offer: buy 1 hour, get 2 hours free (based on option selected)
  • Free Butterbeer ice cream at Harry Potter Store (based on option selected)
  • Round-trip ferry transfer from New York with priority entry (near stop #9 Statue of Liberty/ Battery Park on Downtown route)
  • Access to:
  • Liberty Island & Ellis Island
  • Statue of Liberty Museum
  • National Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
  • Self-guided audio tour of Liberty Island & Ellis Island in Arabic, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian & Spanish
  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass by Big Bus
  • Access to Downtown loop
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese & Italian
  • Access to Uptown loop (based on option selected)
  • Bike rental offer: buy 1 hour, get 2 hours free (based on option selected)
  • Free Butterbeer ice cream at Harry Potter Store (based on option selected)
  • Round-trip ferry transfer from New York with priority entry (near stop #9 Statue of Liberty/ Battery Park on Downtown route)
  • Access to:
  • Liberty Island & Ellis Island
  • Statue of Liberty Museum
  • National Immigration Museum at Ellis Island
  • Self-guided audio tour of Liberty Island & Ellis Island in Arabic, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian & Spanish

Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

  • Have your passport or ID ready for a seamless experience.

What's not allowed

New York HOHO

  • Keep in mind luggage is not allowed on the buses. Pack wisely!

Accessibility

New York HOHO

  • The buses are wheelchair accessible.

  • Choose safety and comfort: Visitors with mobility impairments may not be able to access the upper decks.

Additional information

New York HOHO

  • Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets like walking tours and bike rental offers will be shared in the ticket post-booking.

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

  • Please plan your trip with a flexible schedule to board the ferry and clear the airport-grade security procedures at the Screening Facility.

  • The weather in NYC tends to bring unexpected twists. Dress in weather-appropriate clothing along with comfortable footwear for adaptable comfort.

  • All minors (17 and under) must be accompanied by an adult (25 years or older).

Additional Information

Cancellation is allowed up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

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