4 Ice Cream Shops You Can’t Miss While on a New York Sightseeing Bus

As you ride your New York sightseeing bus, you are likely to work up an appetite for a treat. Ice cream can be the perfect way to cool off and refresh. That way, you can absorb more information about the attractions you pass. Check your hop on hop off bus NYC map to make sure you know where to get off the tour to stop at the following ice cream shops.

Ample Hills Creamery

You should definitely stop at Ample Hills Creamery during your New York sightseeing tours. But you should prepare for a line. It moves quickly though, so don’t worry. This ice cream parlor is in the Gotham West Market. It features a custard base made from scratch with local dairy and eggs. The owner, Brian Smith, mixes in various items. Some of them are expected treats like mini M&Ms. Others are less-expected ones like Ritz crackers or potato chips. You will want to get creative and try one of the specialty concoctions.

Emack and Bolio’s Ice Cream

The Emack and Bolio’s Ice Cream shop is very small, so don’t expect anything too exciting when you look at it. What makes it so popular, however, is that the cones are covered in cereal and candy with endless options. Factor in the various ice cream flavors and you are in for a treat during your tour. It is even kosher. If someone in your group doesn’t want ice cream for some reason, he or she can also get a smoothie or a micro-brewed soda. If you are in a group, consider an ice cream pizza. It has a brownie crust, vanilla bean speck ice cream, hot fudge, and marshmallows plus various optional additions.

Grom

Grom is an Italian chain that promotes its traditional gelato. It claims to use a whipping technique and better ingredients to create a refined texture. The result is a treat you should definitely check out while on your New York sightseeing bus. Some of the most popular flavors include pistachio, stracciatella, tiramisu, and hazelnut.

Sedutto

Sedutto has been dishing out ice cream on the Upper West Side for more than 30 years. During that time, it has become a tradition. You will find an incredible selection of flavors to choose from, whether you like frozen yogurt or ice cream. The yogurt is even available as hard serve or soft serve. Or, you can get dairy-free sorbet or ice cream without any added sugar.   Now you just have to choose which of these ice cream shops you will stop at during your New York sightseeing tours.