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    Explore NYC Power Infrastructure on a 3-Hour Ferry Tour

    Trace NYC’s power history on the East River—ferry ticket included

    4.9 stars• 228 reviews

    Duration

    3 hours

    Includes

    Guide, ferry ticket

    Highlights

    Explore the history of New York City’s power infrastructure on a guided tour that rides the NYC Ferry Soundview route along the East River. Sail past key islands, plants, and waterfront sites while you learn how the city’s energy system developed.

    • Ride the NYC Ferry Soundview route for a closer look at East River infrastructure
    • Sail past North and South Brother Islands and learn about Hell Gate’s lost islands
    • Learn what happened to the coal plant next to the United Nations
    • Pass the steam plant at East 14th Street and hear what it produces
    • Hear plans for Rikers Island and its role in a clean energy future
    • Discover shipwrecks in the Long Island Sound

    What's Included

    • Guided tour in English
    • Ferry ticket

    Things to know

    The tour is mostly outdoors and lasts about 3 hours, with most of the time aboard a public NYC Ferry.

    Cancellation Policy

    100% refund up to 72 hours prior to the start of your tour.

    Product ID: 8NF4Z3

    FAQs

    Wear comfortable shoes and dress in clothing appropriate for the weather.

    Yes. This tour is easy, and most people can participate.

    Yes, this tour is ADA accessible.

    Meeting details

    Excelsior Power Building, 33 Gold St, NYC, NY 10038

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    Adult

    $62

    Ages 13 to 64

    0

    Child

    $52

    Ages 6 to 12

    0

    Infant

    $0

    Ages 0 to 5

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
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    New York history comes alive on these tours, with guides like Richard, Ross, Justin, Laura, and Pete consistently earning praise for their depth of knowledge and engaging storytelling. From the Gilded Age mansions of the Upper East Side to the hidden details of Grand Central Terminal and the Woolworth Building, the tours cover fascinating corners of the city that most visitors never think to explore. Groups of mixed ages seem to enjoy these experiences equally, and several reviewers noted that the content never feels dumbed down or padded out. The guides are clearly passionate about their subjects and happy to field questions along the way. If you're looking for a tour that feels more like a conversation with a knowledgeable local than a scripted walk, this one delivers.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Our group had such a fantastic tour!

    Photo of Mariclare Rethore

    Mariclare Rethore

    August 26, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Our group had such a fantastic tour!

    Photo of Mariclare Rethore

    Mariclare Rethore

    August 26, 2026

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