From Manhattan: 4-Hour Dyker Heights Holiday Lights Bus Tour

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From Manhattan: 4-Hour Dyker Heights Holiday Lights Bus Tour
4.554429 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.554429 out of 5 stars
1874 reviews

Admire some of the most spectacular displays of lights in the world on this sightseeing tour. Visit Dyker Heights, famous for its Christmas decorations, and enjoy views of the Manhattan skyline.

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Duration 4 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Andrea – Italy

Great tour with a special guide - Jorge - best ever. He not only gave us a complete description of the tour, the houses etc... but also news about the city, the people, the style of NY. Super suggested!

G
Gianni – United States

My family and I thought everything was great. The guide was knowledgeable and fun and the driver got us to our destinations safely.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    566 10th Ave

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Dyker Heights

    Visit, Guided tour, Walk (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (40 minutes)

  • Dumbo, New York City

    Photo stop, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (20 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Finish at:

    1095 6th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Embark on a sightseeing ride to Brooklyn on board a fully equipped, modern bus
  • Experience New York City's Christmas spirit and visit the most illuminated spots
  • Discover the history behind each turn with insightful commentary from your guide
  • Walk around the beautifully decorated houses of Dyker Heights for about an hour
  • Enjoy an amazing view of the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Skyline at DUMBO

Full description

Experience Christmas in New York City on a comfortable bus tour of Dyker Heights, world-known for its luminous light displays. Witness the festive decoration tradition that the residents have kept alive since the 1980s. Drive from Manhattan to Brooklyn.
Enjoy this lively Italian-American neighborhood with your tour guide. Due to narrow streets, buses are not allowed in Dyker Heights, so hop off the bus and follow your guide to the two most illuminated streets in the area.
See Lucy Spata's house, which started the tradition of Dyker Lights in the '80s. Walk along the most spectacularly decorated houses. Next, stop at the Brooklyn Bridge in DUMBO/Brooklyn Heights. Enjoy the view of the Manhattan Skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge for about 25 minutes.
Return via the Manhattan Bridge. End the experience at Bryant Park, where you can visit its famous winter market on your own.

Includes

  • Transportation by bus
  • Tour guide
  • Walking tour of Dyker Heights
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Bryant Park Tour
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

Meet in front of the Treehaus Liquor Store. Please look out for your tour guide who will be holding a sign saying "Christmas Tour." The guide will then show you where the bus is located.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Bikes
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Food and drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine
  • Children up to 3 years old don't need a ticket as long as they sit on an adult's laps
  • The tour can last from 3.5 hours to a little more than 4 hours, depending on the traffic
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved (1-hour walking tour of Dyker Heights)
  • The illuminated houses cannot be seen from the bus
  • Restrooms are available on the bus

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 1874 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Andrea – ItalyJanuary 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Great tour with a special guide - Jorge - best ever. He not only gave us a complete description of the tour, the houses etc... but also news about the city, the people, the style of NY. Super suggested!
G
Gianni – United StatesJanuary 7, 2025 – Verified booking
My family and I thought everything was great. The guide was knowledgeable and fun and the driver got us to our destinations safely.
M
Marling – United StatesJanuary 3, 2025 – Verified booking
the tour was great. The guide Freddy was very knowledgeable and professional. The bus driver John was an incredible driver. We really enjoyed the entire tour. Going to Dumbo was a highlight. We would highly recommend this tour.

Product ID: 128106

Activity provider:Scatto a New York LLC

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