NYC Big Bus Downtown Discover Tour
The Downtown Loop is a great way to explore Lower Manhattan including popular neighborhoods such as the Flatiron District, Union Square, Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho & NoHo, Greenwich Village & the East Village, Chelsea and the Financial District. Wander around Wall St. to see the infamous Stock Exchange and Charging Bull, eat your way through Little Italy and Chinatown then shop till you drop at all the high end or boutique stores SoHo is famous for!
Empire State Building Observatory
The Empire State Building is more than a spectacular view. It's an immersive experience inside a world-famous landmark.
From early morning to sunset and the bright lights of NYC at night, the 86th floor of New York's most iconic skyscraper gives you exhilarating 360-degree views of the city and beyond. Enjoy the views of The Hudson River, and East River, The Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square, The Statue of Liberty and much more, take advantage of the high-powered binoculars to get a closer look. On a clear day you can see up to six states.
The special experience starts in the new 34th Street Visitors Center, a spacious venue designed for visitors to clear security and gain ticket entry. (E-tickets to be presented)
The stairway takes you past the large model of world’s most famous building to the exciting New 2nd Floor Exhibits featuring new immersive and interactive exhibits that allow you to be transported back in time to see the site in the 1920s and see the construction crews as they work and take their lunch break high above the city below. You can walk into an office from the 1930s where King Kong’s fingers pierce the walls as he dangles from the building, perhaps even dare to sit in his hand. Take your time and look at the 70 screens displaying highlights of ESB's starring role in pop culture from every decade since the 1930s.
From 2nd Floor the express lift takes you smoothly to the top, way above 5th Avenue, in just 45 seconds, enjoy the spectacular and unforgettable views.
After the first redemption, packages expire after 14 days.
The Downtown Loop is a great way to explore Lower Manhattan including popular neighborhoods such as the Flatiron District, Union Square, Little Italy, Chinatown, Soho & NoHo, Greenwich Village & the East Village, Chelsea and the Financial District. Wander around Wall St. to see the infamous Stock Exchange and Charging Bull, eat your way through Little Italy and Chinatown then shop till you drop at all the high end or boutique stores SoHo is famous for!
Duration: 90 minutes if you stay on; however, you can hop on and off throughout the day
Operates: Every hour from 9:30am to 4:30pm
Present your e-tickets to one of the agents across the street from M&M World at 48th Street and 7th Avenue (Stop 1)
Stops available on the Downtown Loop are:
Available Tour Languages
Service Notice: Bus schedule is subject to change due to street closures, weather conditions and other circumstances beyond our control. Visit https://www.bigbustours.com/en/new-york/service-information to see current service changes.
20 West 34th Street, New York, NY 10018, USA
HOURS OF OPERATION
The last elevators are 45 minutes before closing time. AM - 11:00pm
The Empire State Building has a timed entry system, which requires all visitors to have a pre-reserved entry time. You must bring the timed reservation ticket you will receive after you make your reservation. The Empire State Building personnel will NOT be able to admit you without the timed reservation tickets. CLICK HERE to reserve your date and time.
$10 per person surcharge applies for sunset visit times.