The RIDE Experience Theatrical Bus Tour
New York City, USA
The RIDE Experience Theatrical Bus Tour
New York City, USA
- 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
New York City is famous for its Broadway musicals and world-class entertainment, and this interactive and theatrical bus tour takes the magic of Broadway on the road. Experience the energy and creativity of New York City, see a different side of the city, and watch the streets come alive with THE RIDE Experience, an uproarious theatrical adventure and traveling theater.
- Experience a unique and interactive way to sightsee through NYC
- Enjoy tiered stadium seating on the theatrical bus for your "show"
- Listen to live commentary about Midtown Manhattan landmarks
- An ideal choice for families and theater-lovers to explore New York
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
Combine sightseeing with live comedy and street performances—far beyond a typical bus tour.
What's Included
Meeting and Pickup
Itinerary
Additional Info
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.1
based on 1,002 reviews
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Ellen_C, Dec 2025
he never showed up and the number to call said it was permanently closed. how do I get a refund? this is so cruel - we had plans around this event!!!!
Jennifer_C, Aug 2025
It is a lot of fun and interactive. I was looking for something different then a basic tour for my Broadway loving daughters and this did not disappoint.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
We love hearing this—thank you! The RIDE is all about giving guests something beyond a basic tour, and we’re so glad it hit the mark for your Broadway-loving daughters. The mix of comedy, performance, and city sights makes for a show unlike anything else in NYC, and we’re thrilled your family enjoyed it!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Dorian_D, Jul 2025
Very entertaining and so much fun! It even made my teenagers smile! Great hosts, great street entertainment, and would highly recommend!
Helen_H, Jul 2025
The show elements were the best part. Was just expecting to see more of the city than we did. We did Times Square multiple times and Bryant park twice so not the best route
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you for the feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the show elements—that’s something we take a lot of pride in. We’re sorry the route didn’t quite meet your expectations; while we focus heavily on entertainment, we’re always looking for ways to better balance the sightseeing aspect as well. Your thoughts help us grow.
Jereen_T, Jul 2025
This was fun, it was entertaining. I wish it could have been at least 30min minutes more, with more entertainers. They all were soooo good and fun to watch while riding through the city. So fun!!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
We’re so glad you had fun and enjoyed the entertainment! Our performers really do bring the city to life, and it’s great to hear you were left wanting more—that’s the best compliment we can get. We’ll definitely pass along your feedback about extending the experience and adding even more talent into the mix!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Kristina_M, Jul 2025
It was a great overall experience! A lot of fun on the bus as well as entertainers on the streets! It was fun to learn about some history of nyc as well. Only downfall was it was very hot and stuffy on the bus and there was limited air flow. It being summer and hot outside this made it even hotter.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you for the thoughtful feedback—we’re so glad to hear you had a great overall experience and enjoyed both the onboard fun and the surprise performances along the streets! We're also happy the NYC history added an extra layer to the ride. That said, we truly appreciate you flagging the issue with the temperature onboard. We know how important comfort is, especially during the summer, and we’re actively working on ways to improve airflow and ventilation on warmer days.
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Margie_N, Jun 2025
One of the best entertaining and relaxing. Experience that I’ve had visiting New York. Highly recommend this tour
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that The RIDE was one of the highlights of your New York trip. Entertaining and relaxing is exactly the balance we aim for. We truly appreciate the recommendation—don’t forget to tag @TheRideNYC in your social media posts. We’d love to see your highlights!
Marion_L, Apr 2025
Hilarious narration from the tour guides! We loved this, especially the interaction with the performers!
Definitely a highlight of our NY stay
Response from Host, Apr 2025
That sounds like an awesome time! The guides and performers really do make it unforgettable. So glad it was a highlight of your trip!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Antanette_R, Mar 2025
The interaction with the tour guides and performers was great! It will be whatever you make of it. I love singing and dancing, although I’m not good at either.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
That’s the perfect attitude! The more you engage, the more fun it becomes. It’s all about the energy and just enjoying the experience. Glad you had a great time!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Donna_H, Mar 2025
Get into it. The more you interact with actors the mire fun. The actors were so engaging and personable and talented
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Love this! You're absolutely right—the more you get into it, the more fun you’ll have! Our performers thrive on that energy and love making every RIDE unique. Thanks for the kind words about our talented team!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Angela_K, Mar 2025
This was an amazing experience even for locals who’s main comment was that they were going to return with their families.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
We're so glad you had an amazing time—and it's always extra special to hear that even locals are planning to return with their families! That’s the kind of feedback we love.
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Jenny_B, Mar 2025
A truly unique experience. Completely different to anything we have done before. Would highly recommend this for all ages.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're glad you enjoyed this unique experience—it really is unlike anything else in NYC. Highly appreciate the recommendation!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Lyn_J, Jan 2025
Something different x Good fun x Hosts are very interactive . Great way to see the city x A little bit expensive for a hours trip x
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're so glad you enjoyed the fun and interactive experience with our hosts—it’s always our goal to make The Ride a memorable way to see NYC. We understand your point about the pricing, and we aim to provide value through the unique combination of entertainment and sightseeing.
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Michael_J, Dec 2024
Got rhere and they Canceled our ride at the last minute due to bus “breaking down”. People on the bus 15 minutes after ours got to go on theirs. Poorly organized and chaotic scene.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
We’re very sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. A last-minute cancellation is never the outcome we want for our guests, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration this caused. While unforeseen mechanical issues can happen, the lack of clear information given no doubt was exceptionally frustrating.
We do apologize wholeheartedly for this very frustrating experience and hope you were able to enjoy your stay in NYC regardless.
Amy_G, Dec 2024
Loved our two guides and the street performers. Never a dull moment! If you are looking for a different kind of tour experience, this is it!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your review! We're so glad you loved the guides and street performers—it's great to hear there was never a dull moment. If you're looking for a unique way to explore NYC, this definitely sounds like the tour for you!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
milagros_g, Dec 2024
It was awesome, Telly really recommend it, if you. Want to know the city and have nice experiences with two entertainers do that tour, the show I nice too
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your review! We're thrilled to hear you had an awesome time and enjoyed the combination of city exploration, entertaining hosts, and a great show. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Sally_B, Dec 2024
It was a fantastic experience. We laughed a lot and 2 guys were great. The performers were great. We enjoyed to so much today we stood on the street waiting for the buses to pass so we could wave and kiss xxxx
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you had a fantastic time and that our performers and hosts made you laugh and enjoy the experience. It’s amazing to hear you even stuck around to wave at the buses afterward—such a fun and heartfelt touch!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Glynis_S, Dec 2024
Expect to be entertained at every turn the two tour guides were exceptional with great banter and jokes plus the information about New York was very interesting and informative
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the entertaining banter and jokes from our exceptional tour guides, along with the interesting and informative insights about New York. It’s great to know we could make your journey both fun and engaging.
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
Lorenzo_C, Dec 2024
Th Ride was awesome from our hosts to the street entertainers! You will not be disappointed! Very comfortable bus as well! And it was easy to find!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled you had an awesome time with our hosts and street entertainers and found the experience enjoyable and comfortable. Easy navigation and a comfy ride are always a plus!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts—we’d love to see your highlights!
nicola_p, Nov 2024
Wonderful hosts and fab experience from beginning to end. Loved the random interaction from pavement - very special
Response from Host, Dec 2024
So glad you had such a wonderful time! It sounds like the hosts and those surprise street interactions really made The Ride a special experience for you. There's something magical about blending entertainment with the vibrant energy of NYC streets! Thanks for sharing your experience!
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
Cindy_S, Nov 2024
Loved the two people that headed it up. So funny and fun. The performers were excellent. It was much better than having bad seats at a Broadway performance. They were just as good if not better!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that our hosts and performers gave you a show that rivals Broadway. It’s great knowing we could bring that level of entertainment right to your seat! We hope to see you on The Ride again for even more laughs and fun.
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
Debra_K, Oct 2024
The guides were fun & enthusiastic, & the street performers were fun to watch; especially the ballerina!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear the guides' energy and the street performances added to your experience, especially the ballerina! We're glad you enjoyed it.
Don’t forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
Ann_P, Oct 2024
Scott & Jackie were very personable and worked on presenting a fun atmosphere. The artists along the way were talented. However, I was expecting a bit more in the form of entertainers. Maybe I am a bit jaded as I have been to NYC multiple times and been on several tours.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We're glad to hear that Scott and Jackie brought a fun atmosphere and that you enjoyed the talented artists. We appreciate your feedback on the entertainment, and we'll work on ensuring an even more engaging experience for all our guests.
Donald_m, Sep 2024
A little history with funny anecdotes. This is our second time and we would recommend to anyone of any age.
Kevin_S, Sep 2024
Utterly fantastic. Would recommend this to everyone who goes to New York. It has to be the most fun ride ever
Denise_W, Sep 2024
The narrators were entertaining and friendly. I would have liked it to be a bit longer and see more sights.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the narrators' entertaining and friendly approach. We appreciate your suggestion for a longer experience with more sights and will take it into consideration.
Don't forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
Emily_M, Aug 2024
The two gentlemen hosting the ride and the performers outside made an amazing experience! Thank you for the memories.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We're thrilled you had an amazing experience with our hosts and performers! Thank you for sharing the memories with us. Don't forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
Kathy_H, Aug 2024
Amazing duo gave us lots of laughs so entertaining. We had an wonderful time. The performances were great. Fantastic theatrical experience!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that the hosts brought you lots of laughs and that you had such a fantastic time with us. We're glad you enjoyed the performances and the theatrical experience! Don't forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
Douglas_C, Aug 2024
Live theater. FUN! Interactive. Loved the historical facts about NYC. All actors did a phenomenal job!!!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We're thrilled you enjoyed the live theater experience and the interactive elements! It's great to hear that the historical facts and the actors made such a positive impression. Don't forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
sabrina_s, Aug 2024
Very fun little thing to see the city. Entertaining trip at. Was nice to be inside on a cool bus while it was so hot outside
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the entertaining trip and the cool comfort of the bus. Don't forget to tag @theridenyc in your social media posts!
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