Operator reviews

Every review applies the same six editorial criteria to published routes, tickets, schedules and policies. Ratings are ours — here’s exactly how they’re made.

Crowded Times Square street scene by day

4.1/5editorial

Big Bus Tours New York

Big Bus is the establishment choice for NYC hop-on hop-off: the most polished operation with the classic downtown and uptown loop structure, usually at establishment prices. If you want the default done well and don't mind paying for it, start here. If you're price-hunting, compare TopView first.

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Times Square crowds under illuminated billboards

3.8/5editorial

TopView Sightseeing

TopView is the price-fighter of NYC hop-on hop-off: a New York–only operator that competes hard on cost and piles on combo bundles. The catch is churn — products, inclusions and terms change often, so the burden of double-checking what you're actually buying falls on you. Great value for diligent shoppers; frustrating for anyone who wants zero homework.

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