NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Contrasts, Color and Character
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NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Contrasts, Color and Character
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Ages 0-99, max of 50 per group
Duration: 6h
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Live guide: English
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- Comfortable bus ride through four of NYC’s boroughs
- Entertaining and expert local guide to point out highlights and share the history and travel tips
- Stories from Harlem’s African-American history and Brooklyn’s Hasidic Jewish community
- Visit to two of Manhattan's favorite neighborhoods: Chinatown and Little Italy
- Photo ops at Unisphere, murals, and the Brooklyn Bridge
What's not included- Gratuities
- Start:
- 840 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USAMeet at the corner of 8th Avenue and 51 Street. The closest address is 840 8th Avenue. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat AND/OR a blue top or jacket.
End:- Lafayette Street & Canal Street, Lafayette St & Canal St, New York, NY 10013, USAThis tour ends in between Little Italy and Chinatown in Manhattan
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5250P50- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Itinerary
- 840 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019, USAMeet at the corner of 8th Avenue and 51 Street. The closest address is 840 8th Avenue. Your guide will be wearing an orange hat AND/OR a blue top or jacket.
- 1Pass byYankee Stadium
- 2Pass byThe Hamptons
- 3
- 4Pass byWilliamsburg
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- Lafayette St & Canal St, New York, NY 10013, USAThis tour ends in between Little Italy and Chinatown in Manhattan
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- Robert B0 contributionsFantastic tour!!Anthony, was a great guide. Personable, extremely knowledgeable, looked after us as a group, and interspersed his tour with great anecdotes.Written 13 February 2025
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- lindaksanders0 contributionsWonderful tour!Wonderful tour by Kevin Lawrence. My daughter and I found it very insightful, fun and memorable! We learned so much about the history of Greenwich Village.Written 12 February 2025
- ricardocP5695NS0 contributionsGreat high line tourThe tour was guided by Steve, who was very funny and honest. We got a great look and feel of the Hudson yards and the New York changes in the last few decades. Very fun and informative. I had thought the high line part was longer but honestly it was so cold that day that I'm glad it wasn't. We finalize our day going to watch the sunset over at The Edge which was also amazing.Written 12 February 2025
- Melissa M0 contributionsExcellentThe tour to Liberty Island and Ellis Island was great. Charlie provided excellent information and went above and beyond. Highly recommend this tour.Written 11 February 2025
- kalvinio0 contributionsForget Superman, it’s all about SuperSteveTurned up to the tour, which was slightly depleted in numbers based on the cold, cold weather; however, this speaks for itself as Steve was raring to go no matter what the weather. Easy to spot and was very concise from start to finish. Provided some good local stories, along with the formation of Hudson Yards. Steve is an asset to Experience First. He even provided other recommendations in the area which were great. Thanking you sirWritten 11 February 2025
- bryherron0 contributionsWalking tour with Jen!Jennifer Andres was our guide, she was knowledgeable, fun and informative. The pace of the tour was perfect and we learnt lots that we wouldn’t have known. The 2 hours flew by!! Jen was both professional and great fun!!!!Written 10 February 2025
- lmurias20 contributionsWalking tour of SoHo, Little Italy, ChinatownJenn Anders was a great guide. She was very knowledgable and very approachable. She kept the group together and on schedule. I highly recommend her tours.Written 10 February 2025
- sopheas20250 contributionsIncredible Experience at the Statue of Liberty! 🗽with AnthonyVisiting the Statue of Liberty was an unforgettable experience, made even better by our amazing tour guide, Anthony! His knowledge, enthusiasm, and storytelling brought history to life, making every moment engaging and inspiring. From the breathtaking views to the fascinating insights about Lady Liberty’s history, this tour was truly top-notch. If you're planning a visit, I highly recommend taking a guided tour with Anthony—it makes all the difference! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Written 10 February 2025
- Trip043336948860 contributionsREADY ACTION ROLL IT THERE SEAN!On a rainy cold Thursday we had booked a tour to the statue of liberty and Ellis Island. Sean was our guide for what turned out to be the highlight of our trip to New York.Sean was very informative easy to listen too.He was a great story teller you felt like you were there when he was describing how they built the scaffolding structure inside the stature and moulded the copper to make the statue in sections.We got great photos and one felt by the end of the tour you knew everybody.I have travelled quite a lot recently and Sean was the best guide I ever experienced,I would highly recommend him to all my friends travelling to New YorkWritten 10 February 2025
- 197shannas0 contributionsAwesome!!Charlie, the tour guide was Great! Very informative! Very smart! He was very accommodating in helping us take family photos. Would highly recommend!Written 10 February 2025
- tommR6921CC0 contributionsNeed loudspeakerOur tour guide, James, was very knowledgeable, very entertaining, and had a great sense of humor. BUT, and this is a problem, with a group of maybe 20 it was often impossible to hear him. If you are going to take groups of this size, you need a speaker or other method to make yourself heard. James had a good, loud voice, but the city was louder.Written 10 February 2025
- P3808UUjeffv0 contributionsLifetime memory for daughterExcellent experience. Charlie was professional but very personable. He had a wealth of knowledge on topics and shared family ties to Ellis Island. It was 16th birthday trip for my daughter and first trip to New York for both of us and Charlie helped to make it extra special for her. He also knew we had a time schedule and helped to ensure we got off in timely manner.Written 9 February 2025
- feboromero0 contributionsEnjoyable guided tour to the Liberty Statue.Excellent Guided Tour. Charlie is a wonderful tour guide! He gave us the best advise, took good care from us and told us relevant stories about the visites sites. We enjoyed the tour because of him, despite the cold weather. He also speaks loud and is able to communicate in Spanish. We would definitvely recommend him to our friends for future visits. Regards, Leonardo Romero and Myriam Ramírez.Written 9 February 2025
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Vanessa
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May 2024 • Family
I went on a tour with my mom on May 16. It was our first time in NYC and the first tour we took after arriving. We enjoyed it a lot. The six-hour bus tour around the city, with several stopovers to take in the views and snap photos, was well worth it. My mom is elderly, so not having to walk long distances was exactly what she needed. On top of that, our guide, Ray, was amazing. He shared fun facts while on the bus and made jokes to keep the atmosphere lively. He was enthusiastic throughout the entire trip. Many thanks to him and our driver for that day, Mark. I'm attaching the group photo that Ray took.
Written 23 May 2024
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angelvivy
Naples, Italy196 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Tour to say the least compelling, this Tour tells you the true story of New York .. makes you understand how New York is not only Manhattan but much more. Each neighborhood has its own history and peculiarities. Guide Chris explained everything to her perfectly, professional and fun at the same time, he took pictures of everyone in the most salient points .. I recommend everyone to do it, going alone you will not appreciate anything you are seeing. However the milestone of this tour is the DUMBO although I really enjoyed everything.
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Written 21 October 2024
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Eva S
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Jan 2025 • Couples
I took a bus tour in NYC with my partner to explore some lesser-known areas where locals live: The Bronx, Queens, and Brooklyn. The tour was conducted in English by Jorge, and he did an amazing job. He's a true professional, sharing a wealth of information with a great sense of humor. He also gave excellent advice. I highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to discover other parts of New York City and see how most New Yorkers live. It's a great way to gain a better understanding of the city beyond the usual tourist spots. The bus driver's driving was also commendable.
Written 29 January 2025
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Ian C
13 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
We did our NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens with Chris. First and foremost, from the very start Chris was the nicest and most engaging guy you could ever meet. A man proud of his heritage, his home. You would think a 6 hour tour could become a little tedious but not at all, Chris kept us engaged the entire time with his knowledge of history. We got to see the Apollo Theater in Harlem, where many famous people have performed. Taken to the Bronx and shown the wall art, murals and the stories behind some of them. Culturally important stories, stories about artists, people whom have been the subject of miscarriages of justice. We got to see the area where celebrities grew up before they were famous.
We then saw where the US Tennis open takes place in Queens before being taken to Brooklyn where we were given time to eat, drink and explore. Here you see a stark contrast to Manhattan. It is like you are in a completely different country but there is a vibe, an ambience here and a very relaxed way of life. Sure it's not as big and imposing as Manhattan but you see more wall art, pieces created by the people.
You are also taken to Washington Street to see that famous view of the Manhattan Bridge.
All in all, I would very much recommend this tour if you want to see a bit of NY that is a world away from the lights, the sounds, smells (and crazy characters of Manhattan).
Hope that you get Chris as your guide. He is awesome! :)
We then saw where the US Tennis open takes place in Queens before being taken to Brooklyn where we were given time to eat, drink and explore. Here you see a stark contrast to Manhattan. It is like you are in a completely different country but there is a vibe, an ambience here and a very relaxed way of life. Sure it's not as big and imposing as Manhattan but you see more wall art, pieces created by the people.
You are also taken to Washington Street to see that famous view of the Manhattan Bridge.
All in all, I would very much recommend this tour if you want to see a bit of NY that is a world away from the lights, the sounds, smells (and crazy characters of Manhattan).
Hope that you get Chris as your guide. He is awesome! :)
Written 12 August 2024
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Chinnesa H
Phoenix, AZ11 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
If you’re only in Manhattan for a few days and you want to get a glimpse of the surrounding areas, I highly recommend doing this six hour bus tour. Our tour guide, Solange Rodriguez, was enthusiastic and knowledgeable. She packs a lot of information in this BBQ ( Brooklyn, The Bronx and Queens) experience, which also included a quick stop in Harlem. The large air conditioned bus was very comfortable and it even had an onboard bathroom. Solange was very well informed on the locations that we visited. Her presentation was interesting to listen to and we learned a lot about New York City history. Kudos to the bus driver just for being able to navigate that kind of traffic, road construction and pedestrians. All the communities that we visited had their own unique stories and history which Solange effortlessly explained, and she was also able to answer questions that we had as well. There were numerous stops along the way for some outstanding photo opps which she graciously volunteered to assist with. Oh another pro tip make sure you wear comfortable shoes. Be advised your tour does not end where it starts. We did have to find our way back to our original starting point.
Written 4 July 2024
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Inspire608072
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The tour is great. We were able to tour NY’s iconic neighborhoods beyond Manhattan and our Tony Guide was outstanding. It is definitely a tour that I recommend to anyone who wants to take a more complete picture of New York City
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Written 13 October 2024
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pam4242
Asheville, NC6 contributions
Nov 2024 • Family
This tour exceeded our expectations. James was an outstanding tour guide with great knowledge and understanding of the areas and Alan was an outstanding driver, which can be a daunting task with a large bus, small spaces and crazy NY drivers. I recommend this tour to anyone traveling to NYC because James gives a terrific insight into the unique areas.
Written 24 November 2024
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Ðèépäk M
Taipei, Taiwan13 contributions
Apr 2024 • Solo
I recently took the NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens with James as our tour guide and Wang as our bus driver, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. James's knowledge and passion for the city were evident throughout the tour.
He provided insightful commentary, historical anecdotes, and engaging stories that brought each neighborhood to life. His friendly demeanor and willingness to answer questions made the tour both informative and enjoyable.Wang, our bus driver, was equally impressive. His professionalism, punctuality, and safe driving skills ensured a smooth and comfortable journey.
Despite the bustling streets of New York City, Wang navigated through traffic with ease, allowing us to focus on the sights and sounds of each borough.
Together, James and Wang made a fantastic team, creating a memorable and immersive tour that showcased the contrasts, colors, and character of Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a comprehensive and enriching exploration of New York City's diverse neighborhoods.
He provided insightful commentary, historical anecdotes, and engaging stories that brought each neighborhood to life. His friendly demeanor and willingness to answer questions made the tour both informative and enjoyable.Wang, our bus driver, was equally impressive. His professionalism, punctuality, and safe driving skills ensured a smooth and comfortable journey.
Despite the bustling streets of New York City, Wang navigated through traffic with ease, allowing us to focus on the sights and sounds of each borough.
Together, James and Wang made a fantastic team, creating a memorable and immersive tour that showcased the contrasts, colors, and character of Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a comprehensive and enriching exploration of New York City's diverse neighborhoods.
Written 6 April 2024
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Diana C
London, UK11 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
Chris Lee was the highlight of the tour. Otherwise the tour was excellent and covered a lot of ground - literally. It is sometimes hard to see/experience everything from a bus but Chris really ensured to talk slowly and clearly so that both English and non English natives can understand. I recommend upgrading the bus to the one that has a second door as getting in and out of the bus can be a bit slow; this did not spoil the experience though. Ensure you bring cash for the tips as this is expected but there was no nearby ATM in our last two stops so we haven't been able to leave as much cash as we wanted.
Written 16 August 2024
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Michael
United Kingdom1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Family
We had an amazing day (the six hours went really quickly) and it was great to see so many parts of the City that the guide books don’t tell you about and get a real feel of New York. The tour was made by our exceptional guide Jim and his driver who mixed up the history and personal stories growing up in New York to create the perfect balance. We never felt rushed and have come home with bags of knowledge and unforgettable memories. Myself and my 12 year old son both really enjoyed the day and would fully recommend to anyone visiting NYC!
Written 23 February 2024
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Hola! Contrate el pass go city y quería hacer esta actividad pero no hablo inglés. Vi que solo estaba disponible en inglés
Alguien en mi condición la hizo? Se entiende igual? Vale la pena?
Gracias!
Written 30 March 2024
Hi is there much covered of little Italy and Chinatown? I am planning a walking tour of both and wondering will this bus cover the main points anyway? Thanks
Written 2 March 2024
Not really covered in detail, a little bit of info and then dropped off to explore yourself as it is the final stop on the tour.
Written 3 March 2024
Können wir 2 Personen je einen Koffer mitnehmen? Is there the possibility to take 2 suitcases with us as we are 2 people?
Written 19 February 2024
Do you have to get on from stop 1 or can you get on at point 2, Times Square?
Rich UK
Written 16 November 2023
My understanding is all passengers board at stop 1 only. I do not recall picking anyone else up along the way.
Written 17 November 2023
Do you have to get on from stop 1 or can you get on at point 2, Times Square?
Rich UK
Written 16 November 2023
Do you spend a large amount of time on.the bus stuck in traffic? Do you get a good overview and time in each borough?
Written 19 March 2023
The tour ends in little Italy to avoid the traffic going back to Times Square which is a great idea as traffic there is a nightmare. Found the time on/off the bus was a good balance, our guide Jim kept us well entertained on the bus.
Written 20 March 2023
What would be the best way to get back to Times Square from Chinatown since that is where the tour ends?
Written 25 August 2022
Me gustaria saber de cuantas personas es cada grupo.
Gracias, espero su contestacion, para hacer la reservacion.
Written 15 July 2022
El grupo lo forma toda la gente q llena el autocar.
Las explicaciones se hacen dentro mientras el autobús está haciendo el recorrido. Se oye perfectamente. Hay paradas durante el recorrido en q puedes bajar y visitar lo te indica el guía. A nosotros nos gustó mucho. El guíalo hizo muy bien.
Written 18 November 2023
Bonjour, est ce qu'il y a des wc dans le bus ? Ou des pauses "pipi" sont elles prévues ?
Merci d'avance
Written 8 June 2022
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