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Dyker Heights After Dark: A Luxury Bus Ride into New York’s Most Lavish Holiday Display
A three-hour, round-trip experience from Times Square that pairs express luxury-bus transport with a guided walking tour of Dyker Heights’ famed residential Christmas light displays—handy for planning and photo-ready departures.
Dyker Heights After Dark: A Luxury Bus Ride into New York’s Most Lavish Holiday Display.
Each December evening the residential streets of Dyker Heights, Brooklyn, are transformed into a pageant of oversized figures, whimsical scenes and cathedral-bright displays. This private, three-hour Dyker Heights Christmas Lights Express Tour departs from Times Square in a luxury bus, pairs a local guide with narrated city views en route, and delivers guests to the neighborhood for a focused walking tour of the most extravagant homes—all with complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Express luxury transport from Times Square
Depart from Times Square on a luxury express bus with an expert guide who narrates the city skyline on the way to and from Dyker Heights—making the transfer itself part of the experience.
Extravagant, residential holiday installations
See houses decked out with life-size figures, whimsical scenes and large-scale lighting setups; the walking tour focuses on the best displays and leaves ample time for photos.
Complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie
Start the evening with complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie from the Brooklyn Deli before boarding the bus, a small but welcome comfort on chilly nights.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The tour is a tightly organized, festive loop: gather at the Brooklyn Deli in Times Square, enjoy hot cocoa and a cookie, then settle into luxury bus seats while your guide points out city landmarks before the short transfer to Dyker Heights. Once there, you walk with the guide from house to house—listening to stories behind the displays and stopping for photos—before returning to Times Square by bus.
THE ROUTE
Express luxury transport from Times Square
Depart from Times Square on a luxury express bus with an expert guide who narrates the city skyline on the way to and from Dyker Heights—making the transfer itself part of the experience.
THE DISPLAYS
Extravagant, residential holiday installations
See houses decked out with life-size figures, whimsical scenes and large-scale lighting setups; the walking tour focuses on the best displays and leaves ample time for photos.
THE TASTE
Complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie
Start the evening with complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie from the Brooklyn Deli before boarding the bus, a small but welcome comfort on chilly nights.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who the tour suits—and who should consider other options.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Approximately 3 hours for the round-trip experience, including transit and the walking portion in Dyker Heights.
Sensible walking shoes and warm clothing—hat and gloves are recommended for winter evenings.
Brooklyn Deli at 1501 Broadway (211 West 43rd St), Times Square, New York, NY 10036.
No pets and no luggage or large bags are permitted on the tour.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour runs approximately 3 hours.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Meet at the Brooklyn Deli located at 1501 Broadway (211 West 43rd St) in Times Square for check-in and boarding.
Is transportation included?
Yes—express return transportation in a luxury bus from Times Square to Dyker Heights and back is included.
Are refreshments provided?
Guests receive complimentary hot cocoa and a holiday cookie from the Brooklyn Deli before departure.
What should I wear or bring?
Bring sensible walking shoes and dress warmly—hat and gloves are recommended for the outdoor walking portions.
Can I bring a pet or large bag?
No—pets and large luggage or bags are not allowed on the tour.