Experience the best of New York Harbor on this 60-minute Statue of Liberty sightseeing cruise, the perfect way to see New York City's most famous landmarks in just one hour. Sail past the world-renowned Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, Hudson Yards, Little Island, and the historic Chelsea Piers while enjoying breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline from the water. Your captain will pause near the Statue of Liberty, giving you plenty of time to capture incredible photos of Lady Liberty and the city's iconic skyline. Ideal for visitors with limited time, this scenic New York City harbor cruise offers a relaxing, unforgettable experience and some of the best photo opportunities in NYC without taking up your entire day.
Please note that main box office is Pier 79 and the boarding takes place at Pier 78. You will receive the directions on email and text message
Hudson Yards is one of New York City's newest neighborhoods and sits on Manhattan's Far West Side. Built over an active rail yard, it's considered the largest private real estate development in U.S. history
Edge is New York City's highest outdoor sky deck, located 1,131 feet above the streets on the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards. Opened in 2020, the observation deck extends 80 feet out from the building, creating the thrilling sensation of floating above Manhattan. Visitors can walk across a glass floor that looks straight down over 100 stories, lean against angled glass walls, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of landmarks including the Empire State Building, Central Park, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty. On clear days, you can see up to 80 miles across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut, making Edge one of the city's most spectacular observation experiences.
The Vessel is one of New York City's most recognizable modern landmarks, located in the heart of Hudson Yards. Designed by British architect Thomas Heatherwick and opened in 2019, this striking honeycomb-shaped structure stands 150 feet tall and features 154 interconnected staircases, nearly 2,500 steps, and 80 landings. Originally built as an interactive public artwork where visitors could climb to enjoy unique views of the city and Hudson River, access to the stairs has since been closed. Even so, the Vessel remains one of New York's most photographed attractions and a symbol of the city's bold, modern architecture.
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Little Island is one of New York City's newest and most unique public parks, floating above the Hudson River on Manhattan's west side. Opened in 2021, the 2.4-acre park is built on 132 giant concrete "tulip" columns that rise from the water, creating a stunning elevated landscape of rolling hills, winding pathways, lush gardens, and scenic overlooks. Designed by Thomas Heatherwick, the park features more than 350 species of plants and trees, an outdoor amphitheater that hosts free performances and concerts throughout the year, and spectacular views of the Hudson River, the Manhattan skyline, and New Jersey. Little Island has quickly become one of New York's favorite places to relax, enjoy nature, and watch unforgettable sunsets.
One World Trade Center, also known as the Freedom Tower, is the tallest building in the United States, standing 1,776 feet (541 meters) tall—a symbolic height representing the year of America's Declaration of Independence. Completed in 2014, it was built on the site of the original World Trade Center destroyed during the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The tower serves as a symbol of New York City's resilience and renewal, featuring the One World Observatory on floors 100 through 102, where visitors enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of Manhattan, New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and beyond. Today, One World Trade Center is both a thriving office building and one of New York City's most meaningful landmarks, honoring the past while representing hope for the future.
The Statue of Liberty is one of the world's most recognizable symbols of freedom and democracy. A gift from the people of France to the United States, it was dedicated on October 28, 1886, to celebrate the friendship between the two nations and the centennial of American independence. Standing 305 feet (93 meters) from the ground to the tip of her torch, Lady Liberty welcomes millions of visitors arriving in New York Harbor. She holds a torch symbolizing enlightenment and a tablet inscribed with the date July 4, 1776, while a broken chain at her feet represents freedom from oppression. For generations of immigrants arriving by ship, the Statue of Liberty was their first glimpse of America, making her a lasting symbol of hope, opportunity, and a new beginning.
Ellis Island served as the largest immigration station in the United States from 1892 to 1954, processing more than 12 million immigrants seeking a new life in America. Located in New York Harbor, just next to the Statue of Liberty, it became known as the "Gateway to America," with nearly 40% of all Americans today able to trace at least one ancestor through Ellis Island. Upon arrival, immigrants underwent medical inspections and legal interviews, and while most were admitted within just a few hours, a small percentage were detained or sent back to their home countries. Today, Ellis Island is home to the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, where visitors can explore powerful exhibits, restored registry rooms, and personal stories that tell the remarkable history of the millions who helped shape the United States.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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