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Things to do in New York City, New York (NY): The Best Ferries
Conquering New York in one visit is impossible. Instead, hit the must-sees – the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art – and then explore off the beaten path with visits to The Cloisters or one of the city’s libraries. Indulge in the bohemian shops of the West Village or the fine dining of the Upper West Side. The bustling marketplace inside of Grand Central Station gives you a literal taste of the best the city has to offer.
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1. Staten Island Ferry
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4.5 based on 22,625 reviews
The Ferry operates between the St. George Ferry Terminal on Staten Island and the Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan. The trip is about 25 minutes long. The Ferry is free. The St. George Terminal is located at 1 Bay Street, Staten Island. The Whitehall Terminal is located at 4 South Street, Manhattan. Passengers using wheelchairs are encouraged to use lower-level boarding at both the Whitehall and St. George Terminals. All passengers are required to comply with applicable U.S. Coast Guard Security Regulations regardless of which level they board from. The Staten Island Ferry does not carry cars.
Reviewed By UtahBikers - St. George, United States
A must of course for a fantastic free view of NYC...but do homework before you plan your time of travel....some ferries are closed decks and some are open....which is much better for photos and experience so check out on board in Whitehall terminal which are open and times of travel.
2. New York Water Taxi
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4.5 based on 2,262 reviews
New York Water Taxi is NYC’s only hop-on/hop-off by boat sightseeing with stops along the NY waterfront and much more. Whether you’re looking for sightseeing or private charter, New York Water Taxi has something for you. Our mission is to provide entertaining, stimulating, and enlightening ways to see New York City’s dazzling skyline, celebrated bridges, and lush waterfront parks, while maintaining a community-conscious fleet that honors our cherished waterways. Our professional crew and staff provide the best customer service this side of the Hudson by maintaining only the highest standards for ourselves and our customers. Enjoy the ride!
3. NYC Ferry
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4.5 based on 130 reviews
NYC Ferry operated by Hornblower, is the newest way for New Yorkers and visitors to “Work Live and Play”. The ferry service connects the New York boroughs of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx to provide critical transportation links for areas currently underserved by transit and connect them to job centers, tech hubs and schools in and around New York City.
Reviewed By keithlD2989GL - London, United Kingdom
WOW! Took the return ferry trip from Wall Street Pier to Rockaway Beach. Only $2.75 e/w and just the most stunning trip. Sailed past Governors Island, views across NY harbour, through the Narrows, past Coney Island to beautiful Rockaway Beach. A courtesy bus was waiting to take people to Riis Park A great break from the city and a chance to see more of New York. Loved every minute. There are several other ferry routes at the same price.
4. NY Waterway
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3.5 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By lauragQ8610KB
I took my 83 year old mom on the 4th of the July cruise IT WAS GREAT!!!!!!!!. We sat upstairs in the back of the boat the views were OUTRAGEOUSLY, FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!!Listen I am a life long New Jersey Resident who travels into NYC all the time the views from the water are incredible especially at night. Here the bonus about going on the 4th cruise you get two fire works shows for the price of one. We saw the Macy fire works plus the Jersey City fire works WHAT A GREAT NIGHT!!! A MUST IF YOUR VISITING FROM OUT OF TOWN OVER THE 4th.
