I've gotten to the stage where I now best enjoy a bus tour beginning in the late morning, requiring no walking.  Fortunately enough, this option was close by the New York Times Square Marriott Marquis.  First, a free breakfast in the M Club, then a short walk to hop on the bus. Tried to board the Hop-on / Hop-off bus, but was stopped and told to wait until the next one came.  Therefore we were the first on, and walked up to the second deck front two seats.  What luck.  Good start. New York University was close by Times Square.  I almost went to their law school way back in 1969, but ended up at LSU because everything was paid by fellowships and salaries. Where do you think the bus went next?  See the symbols below MacDonald's?  This is Chinatown. The Wall Street bull. Heading for the former Freedom Tower, which was renamed One World Trade Center. Later, passed by aircraft carrier Intrepid. Then a quick ferry ride for a few photos, some with stories.  You already know almost eve