Holiday Spirit in Manhattan Tour with Christmas Rooftop Bar
Highlights
Skip the line at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar
No cover charge and priority entry at NYC’s most iconic Christmas rooftop
See Manhattan’s most festive holiday sights
Hudson Yards, Wall Street, South Street Seaport, Pier 17, and more
Breathtaking Christmas skyline views
Enjoy stunning nighttime photo spots, including the Brooklyn Bridge
Fully guided 4 hour NYC Christmas tour
Licensed guides with stories, tips and local insights
Comfortable coach bus between stops
Hop off at every stop to explore, then relax on a climate controlled coach
Tour Description
Experience the magic of Christmas in Manhattan after dark with our Holiday Spirit in Manhattan Tour, a festive evening experience that combines some of New York City’s most beautiful holiday sights with an exclusive finale at the city’s most iconic rooftop bar. Designed to help you enjoy more of Manhattan in a smart and comfortable way, this tour brings together holiday lights, skyline views, Lower Manhattan landmarks, and one of our most loved Christmas perks.
In just 4 hours, you’ll explore some of the most atmospheric Christmas locations in Manhattan, traveling by comfortable coach bus between stops and hopping off to experience each location up close. Starting in Times Square, you’ll be accompanied throughout the entire experience by a licensed NYC tour guide and a professional driver, ensuring a smooth, safe, and high quality experience from start to finish.
One of the highlights of the tour is Hudson Yards, where you will experience Shine Bright, one of the most elegant Christmas light displays in New York City. With more than two million lights illuminating the area, Hudson Yards becomes a spectacular holiday destination during the Christmas season. You will also enter the shopping mall, where you can admire the giant hot air balloon installation at the entrance, one of the most unique and visually striking holiday displays in Manhattan.
The tour also takes you to Lower Manhattan, where the holiday atmosphere meets some of the city’s most famous landmarks. In the Financial District, you may see the Wall Street Christmas Tree, the iconic Fearless Girl statue, and the world famous Charging Bull, all beautifully set within one of the most historic areas of New York City. From there, you will continue to South Street Seaport, where you can enjoy the charm of its Christmas tree and take in one of the most beautiful nighttime views in Manhattan.
Another memorable moment of the experience is the stop near Pier 17, where you will have the chance to capture stunning photos of the Brooklyn Bridge at night. With the lights of Downtown Manhattan all around you, this is one of the most scenic and unforgettable photo opportunities of the entire tour.
Traveling by coach bus allows you to cover more ground while staying warm and comfortable, while still experiencing each stop up close on foot. It’s the perfect balance of sightseeing, storytelling, and efficiency, designed to make the most of a Christmas evening in New York.
The experience ends with a true highlight, our final stop at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, the most iconic rooftop bar in New York City. Fully decorated for Christmas and famous for its heated igloos, festive atmosphere, and breathtaking skyline views, 230 Fifth is one of the most in demand holiday destinations in Manhattan during the Christmas season.
With us, everything is already taken care of. Our guests enjoy skip the line entry and no cover charge, a special perk that can be worth up to $40 per person during the holiday season. This means you can enjoy the full rooftop experience without the stress of waiting in line or paying extra at the door.
Travel in comfort aboard a luxury coach bus, limited to just 45 guests for a premium and relaxed experience. Throughout the tour, your expert guide will share festive stories, NYC holiday tips, and insider insights to make the evening even more special.
Join us for a magical Christmas night in Manhattan and discover why this has become one of our most festive and memorable holiday experiences.
What You Will Experience
This fully guided four hour Christmas tour combines comfortable coach transportation with guided walks through some of Manhattan’s most festive neighborhoods after dark. Together with your licensed New York City tour guide, you will experience holiday lights, iconic landmarks, waterfront views and a festive rooftop finale.
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Tour Start Meet in Times Square
Meet the My Christmas in New York team in Times Square before setting off for your Christmas evening in Manhattan. Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Complete meeting point, check in and arrival instructions are included in your booking confirmation once the tour has been booked.
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Christmas Lights Stop Hudson Yards & The Vessel
Begin the evening surrounded by the spectacular Christmas lights of Hudson Yards, with The Vessel creating one of Manhattan’s most recognizable modern backdrops.
During the Christmas season, the Shine Bright installation transforms Hudson Yards with more than two million lights. Step inside the shopping complex to see the beautiful seasonal decorations and the giant hot air balloon installation at the entrance.
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Lower Manhattan Stop Wall Street & the Financial District
Continue downtown to the historic Financial District, where some of New York’s most famous landmarks take on a festive atmosphere during the Christmas season.
See the Wall Street Christmas Tree, Fearless Girl and the iconic Charging Bull while exploring this historic part of Lower Manhattan with your guide.
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Waterfront & Photo Stop South Street Seaport & Pier 17
Visit the historic South Street Seaport, where the waterfront setting, cobblestone streets and beautiful Christmas tree create one of Lower Manhattan’s most charming holiday stops.
Near Pier 17, enjoy nighttime views of the Brooklyn Bridge and surrounding waterfront, with time for photos before continuing through Manhattan.
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Tour Finale 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar
Finish your Christmas evening at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, one of New York City’s most iconic rooftop destinations. Enjoy breathtaking skyline views, festive Christmas decorations and the famous heated igloos.
During the Christmas season, 230 Fifth is one of Manhattan’s most popular holiday destinations, with long entry lines and cover charges that can reach up to $40 per person on certain dates.
MCNY Exclusive Perk Skip the Line & No Cover at 230 Fifth Your access is arranged in advance, giving you priority entry without the regular public line and no cover charge.
What You Will See
Discover the magic of Christmas in Manhattan after dark with our Holiday Spirit in Manhattan Tour, a seamless 4 hour evening experience. Each stop is carefully selected to show you the very best of Christmas in NYC, from elegant lights at Hudson Yards to historic landmarks in Lower Manhattan, with the perfect balance between time spent outside exploring and time inside your comfortable coach bus to stay warm and relaxed. All locations are experienced up close with guided stops where you hop off the bus to take photos and fully enjoy each place. The experience ends with an exclusive highlight, skip the line entry and no cover charge at the iconic 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, the perfect finale to your Christmas night in New York.
What’s Included
Your tour price covers the fully guided experience, coach transportation, all sightseeing stops and our exclusive access at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar.
Your Guided Christmas Experience
- Fully guided four hour Christmas sightseeing tour with a licensed New York City tour guide
- Live narration, festive stories and insider tips throughout the experience
- Comfortable transportation on a climate controlled coach bus with an experienced professional driver
- Guided sightseeing and walking stops throughout Hudson Yards and Lower Manhattan
- Direct drop off at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar at the end of the guided tour
Not Included
- Food, drinks and gratuities at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar
- Guide and driver gratuities, which are optional but appreciated
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Return transportation to Times Square, as the tour ends at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar in Midtown Manhattan
Important Information About Your Tour
Your Holiday Spirit in Manhattan Tour ends at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar, one of the most iconic rooftop bars in New York City, beautifully decorated for Christmas and famous for its heated igloos and breathtaking skyline views.
As part of this experience, our guests enjoy skip-the-line entry and no cover charge at 230 Fifth, a special holiday perk that can be worth up to $40 per person on certain dates.
This final stop is included in your tour and arranged in advance by our team, so there is nothing else you need to do on the day of the experience.
Please note that food, drinks, and gratuities at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar are not included and must be paid directly on site.
After the guided tour ends, guests are welcome to enjoy the rooftop bar at their own pace. Return transportation to Times Square is not included, as the tour officially ends at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar in Midtown Manhattan.
Children are welcome on the tour. However, guests under the age of 21 are not allowed at the rooftop bar on Fridays and Saturdays due to venue policy. If you would like to enjoy the rooftop experience with anyone under 21, please avoid booking on Friday or Saturday nights. Please also note that anyone under 21 must be accompanied by at least one parent.
Every adult aged 21 and over must present a valid photo ID to access the rooftop bar, as required by the venue. Entry may be refused if a valid ID is not presented, and this is unfortunately beyond our control.
Please also note that the rooftop may occasionally close for private events. In that case, you will be notified in advance and a skip-the-line voucher will be offered for use on another day. Confirmed closure dates so far include December 10th.
In addition, the rooftop staff and management may decide to close the rooftop bar in case of rain or snow for safety reasons. If this happens, you will be informed during the tour and offered a skip-the-line voucher to use on another day of your choice.
- The meeting point is in Times Square at 220 W 45th Street, a busy Midtown Manhattan location.
- Please arrive 15 to 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time for a smooth check in process.
- Our team will be there holding a yellow umbrella so you can easily find us.
- All check in instructions are provided in your booking confirmation and can also be reviewed in our FAQ section at any time.
- Our cancellation policy applies without exceptions. Full details are available during the booking process and in our FAQ section.
- If you arrive late, you will not be able to join the tour once it has started and no refund will be issued.
- Rebooking options may be limited, as tours often sell out in advance.
- Our buses depart exactly at the scheduled time out of respect for guests who arrive on time, so it is essential to arrive at least 15 minutes early.
- The Holiday Spirit in Manhattan Tour operates in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, or clear winter nights.
- Please dress appropriately for winter in New York City. We recommend comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing, and an umbrella if needed.
- Children aged 0 to 2 can join for free if they sit on a parent’s lap. No separate seat will be provided.
- Snacks and non alcoholic drinks are allowed on board.
- Pets, bicycles, alcohol, drugs, and strong smelling foods are not permitted on the vehicle.
- Seating on the vehicle is assigned on a first come, first served basis within your selected category, Priority or General Seating.
- This is a bus and walking sightseeing tour with multiple stops. Guests should be comfortable walking short distances.
- The tour is not suitable for guests with significant mobility impairments or wheelchair users due to vehicle and operational limitations.
- For safety and compliance reasons, wheelchairs cannot be accommodated on the bus.
- The tour ends at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar in Midtown Manhattan.
- Guests will enjoy skip the line entry and no cover charge at the venue, as included in the tour.
- Return transportation to Times Square is not included, as the tour ends at 230 Fifth Rooftop Bar.
Starting at
$69 per person
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