United States of America · Cruise & Sailing

Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise

1 Hour Round trip from New York Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise within 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty
02 See Ellis Island and the Lower Manhattan skyline from the water
03 Sail under the Brooklyn Bridge and past South Street Seaport
04 Enjoy views of One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building
05 Listen to English commentary on major landmarks
06 Choose indoor or outdoor seating on board

See New York City from the water on a roundtrip sightseeing cruise that brings you close to some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Sail past Lower Manhattan, under the Brooklyn Bridge, and along the East River and Hudson River for sweeping views of the skyline.

Along the way, enjoy English commentary as you pass Ellis Island, Governors Island, South Street Seaport, and major skyline highlights including One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building. The cruise pauses near the Statue of Liberty for excellent photo opportunities.

With indoor and outdoor seating on board, this is an easy and scenic way to take in Manhattan’s waterfront in just one hour.

The cruise pauses near the Statue of Liberty for excellent photo opportunities.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

City New York

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Pier 36

Manhattan Bridge

Brooklyn Bridge

South Street Seaport

Battery Park

Ellis Island

Statue of Liberty

View of One World Trade Center

Hudson River

Governors Island

Brooklyn

View of Empire State Building

Pier 36

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

60-minute or 90-minute sightseeing boat cruise
Route within 100 feet of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Cruise along both the East River and Hudson River
Outdoor and indoor seating
Guide with English Commentary
Cash bar on board
Anytime entry to One World Observatory (if option chosen)
Timed Ticket to 9/11 Museum (if option chosen)

What's Not Included

Food & drink (available to purchase on board)
Gratuities

Know before you go

Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
The boat used may vary and is subject to change without advance notice.
The boat is wheelchair accessible for push-wheelchairs but is not able to accommodate electric wheelchairs.
Please note, this tour does not land at either Liberty Island or Ellis Island
To purchase or consume alcohol you must be 21+ and have a valid picture ID
One World Observatory is open daily 9am-9pm – but check opening hours for the day you plan to visit.

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