NEW YORK CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Express Into Brooklyn: Dyker Heights’ Over-the-Top Holiday Lights and Hot Cocoa
A three-hour round-trip from Times Square that combines luxury bus transport, an expert guide, complimentary hot cocoa and a walking tour of Dyker Heights’ celebrated Christmas displays.
Express Into Brooklyn: Dyker Heights’ Over-the-Top Holiday Lights and Hot Cocoa.
Experience the magic of the holidays on a seamless round-trip from Times Square to the residential streets of Dyker Heights, where extravagant light displays, life-size figures and whimsical scenes draw crowds each season; the tour pairs a guided walking route with commentary and photo stops, and includes complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Express luxury bus from Times Square
Board a luxury bus in Times Square for express transport to Dyker Heights, with narrated sightlines of New York landmarks as you travel to and from Brooklyn.
Extravagant residential Christmas displays
Walk through Dyker Heights to see homes decked out with dazzling lights, life-size figures and whimsical holiday scenes, with time for photographs at the most celebrated displays.
Complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie
Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie to sip and snack as the guide shares stories about the displays and the tradition behind them.
What the day feels like
What the tour feels like
The three-hour tour begins in Times Square with complimentary hot cocoa and a cookie, then moves by luxury bus into Brooklyn while your guide narrates and points out Manhattan landmarks; once in Dyker Heights you follow the guide on a walking route past the neighborhood’s most extravagant displays, with plenty of photo stops before the return run to Times Square.
THE ROUTE
Express luxury bus from Times Square
Board a luxury bus in Times Square for express transport to Dyker Heights, with narrated sightlines of New York landmarks as you travel to and from Brooklyn.
THE SPECTACLE
Extravagant residential Christmas displays
Walk through Dyker Heights to see homes decked out with dazzling lights, life-size figures and whimsical holiday scenes, with time for photographs at the most celebrated displays.
THE SMALL TOUCHES
Complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie
Enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie to sip and snack as the guide shares stories about the displays and the tradition behind them.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience runs approximately three hours.
Meet at 211 West 43rd St, New York, NY 10036 in Times Square to board the luxury bus.
Sensible walking shoes and warm clothes—hat and gloves recommended. You’ll be outside for the walking portion of the tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately three hours.
Where do I meet for departure?
The meeting location is 211 West 43rd St, New York, NY 10036 (Times Square).
Is hot cocoa provided?
Yes—guests receive complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie.
Will we walk during the tour?
Yes—the itinerary includes a guided walking tour through Dyker Heights to view the residential displays, so sensible walking shoes are recommended.
Is the tour suitable for children?
The tour is described as an experience for all ages, making it suitable for families with children.
What will we see en route to Brooklyn?
On the drive to and from Dyker Heights the guide will point out Manhattan landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Hudson Yards with the Edge, the Freedom Tower and Times Square.