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THE RIDE: Holiday Edition New York City
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
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(888) 651-9785
1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
Safety measures
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking?
Vaccine? Quarantine? Masking? We know, there’s a lot to keep track of. Be sure to check local guidelines so you’re aware of all travel requirements before you go. You can find more information about New York City here.
What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
More questions?
(888) 651-9785
1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
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(888) 651-9785
1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Buy your tickets ahead of time for The Ride in New York City during the holiday season. This often sold-out theater experience is extra special against the twinkling lights of the city lit up for the holidays. With tickets in hand, you'll guarantee your spot for this popular show, featuring holiday performances during a 4-mile (6.5-kilometer) ride through New York in a glassed-in mobile theater.
- A great way to celebrate the holiday season in New York City
- See popular attractions decked out in their holiday decor
- Ideal choice for families with children over six years of age
- Ride on a super-sized, technologically-advanced bus
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What's Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
259 W 42nd St , 259 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
This activity will end right where it started.THE RIDE departs from 42nd Street at 8th Avenue in front of Chevy's Restaurant
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
- Minimum age is 6 years. Children under 6 years of age will not be permitted on the bus.
- Food and drink are prohibited on THE RIDE.
- There is no restroom on the bus. Please make sure to use the restroom before boarding. There is no access to a restroom during THE RIDE.
- THE RIDE is not wheelchair accessible and you will need to ascend stairs to enter.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- OPERATED BY The Ride, Inc.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during THE RIDE: Holiday Edition New York City?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during THE RIDE: Holiday Edition New York City?
A:The policy on sanitization is:
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during THE RIDE: Holiday Edition New York City?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
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- "Jackie, Jules, driver, ushers, performers, everyone was great, but not sure it was really worth the cost." See review
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We loved the singing and...
Shannon_M
, Dec 2021
Fun NYC Street Experience.
Michele_B
, Dec 2021
Fun excursion. Not a sightseeing tour, but a NYC street experience with sights along the way. I love narrated trivia type tours. This tour gave some great info. I learned about the Hearst Building and the popular bathrooms at Bryant Park. Fun! We had two female hosts on the bus. They were cute and very engaging. They reminded me of the two singing gals on SNL. It’s a short tour, so easy to work in the schedule. A little pricey, but it’s a unique excursion. It’s a warm and comfortable ride. Good for wintertime.
Overpriced
Silvana_C
, Dec 2021
Ok
Ruby_G
, Dec 2021
Holiday Edition less fun than regular attraction
Kristin C
, Dec 2019
Best 16th birthday gift ever!!!
sharon_b
, Dec 2019
Don’t do it
Deborah_T
, Dec 2019
Fun, but meh?
Kelly_K
, Dec 2018
Jackie, Jules, driver, ushers...performers....everyone was great, but not sure it was really worth the cost. I know that everyone has to get paid, but for one hour of just a few tidbits of information and good performances...just a little disappointed. Again, the workers and performers were great, but just stuck at considering the ticket cost, time waiting, duration of event, and so forth. Thanks!
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