--- title: NYC Holiday Lights and Dyker Heights Luxury Bus Tour lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 68 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.82 reviews: 72 duration_minutes: 180 duration_max_minutes: 240 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 5 of 12 (Bus & Hop-On Hop-Off Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/nyc-holiday-lights-and-dyker-heights-luxury-bus-tour/ --- # NYC Holiday Lights and Dyker Heights Luxury Bus Tour In our comparison: #5 of 12 in Bus & Hop-On Hop-Off Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Celebrate the holidays in style on this 3-hour luxury bus tour from Manhattan to Brooklyn’s Dyker Heights - NYC’s most festive neighborhood and back to Manhattan. Ride in comfort with a professional guide as you learn fun holiday facts and stories along the way. Once in Dyker Heights, enjoy a walking stop to see the neighborhood’s famous over-the-top decorations—perfect for holiday photos. See glowing reindeer, giant nutcrackers, and homes lit up with thousands of lights. Afterward, return to Manhattan for more magical lights and a walk through Rockefeller Center. Take in the magic of the season as you explore the plaza, admire the famous skating rink, and end your tour at the world-renowned Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. With luxury transport, expert commentary, and two of NYC’s most iconic holiday sights, this tour is the perfect way to celebrate the season. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet the tour on 8th Avenue between 49th… - Starts 18:00: one departure a day - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €68 per person - Duration: 3h–4h - Rating: 4.82/5 from 72 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Experience NYC™ - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 18:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.82 from 72 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 68 of 72. - 5 stars: 66 (92%) - 4 stars: 2 (3%) - 3 stars: 2 (3%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ## What's included - Photo stop at Dyker Heights - Drive to Brooklyn and back to Manhattan - Luxurious climate controlled bus - Professional Tour Guide ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Hudson Yards** (pass by, no stop) - See the dazzling displays of Hudson Yards, where modern architecture meets seasonal sparkle. You’ll see The Vessel lit up and holiday shops buzzing with energy. 2. **We’ll pass by the World Trade Center and pause near the 9/11 Memorial, where ...** (pass by, no stop) - We’ll pass by the World Trade Center and pause near the 9/11 Memorial, where remembrance meets reflection. 3. **Dyker Heights** (1h; admission included) - Step into a real-life holiday movie set. For one full hour, stroll past Brooklyn’s most famous Christmas lights — larger-than-life decorations, glowing homes, and pure holiday cheer. 4. **Rockefeller Center** (15m) - Our tour ends at NYC’s most iconic holiday destination. See the world-famous Christmas tree, the skating rink, and the festive magic of Midtown all around you. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet the tour on 8th Avenue between 49th and 50th Streets, directly across from Worldwide Plaza on the right-hand side of 8th Avenue. Look for team members wearing Experience NYC uniforms. Ends: The tour ends at Rockefeller Center, conveniently located near many hotels, restaurants, and popular attractions—making it easy to continue exploring or grab a bite to eat nearby. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Bus & Hop-On Hop-Off Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #5 of 12** | €68 | 3h–4h | 4.82 (72) | shared | | [Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights](/usa/new-york/tours/half-day-bus-tour-of-nyc-top-highlights/?format=md) | €62 | 4h | 4.93 (2981) | shared | | [NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports](/usa/new-york/tours/nyc-bus-tour-of-brooklyn-bronx-queens-art-food-sports/?format=md) | €76 | 6h | 4.9 (4348) | shared | | [Private Hop on Hop off Central Park Pedicab Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/private-hop-on-hop-off-central-park-pedicab-tour/?format=md) | €45 | 1h | 5.0 (45) | private | Ranked #5 of 12 in Bus & Hop-On Hop-Off Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €44 to €131, median €68; typical length 3h 15m. 2 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/nyc-bus-tours/?format=md ## More in New York - All New York tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/nyc-holiday-lights-and-dyker-heights-luxury-bus-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md