Cruise New York City Harbor & Statue of Liberty
See the Statue of Liberty and Lower Manhattan on a 1.5-hour yacht cruise
Duration
1.5 hrs
Includes
Harbor cruise, Light narration
Highlights
Explore New York Harbor on a 1.5-hour sightseeing cruise aboard a 1920s-inspired Manhattan yacht. Relax at an assigned table with views from the climate-controlled cabin or the outer deck.
- Ride past Battery Park, South Street Seaport, and One World Trade Center
- See the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the water
- Spot parts of Brooklyn, Queens, and the New York City skyline
- Listen to light narration from the captain
- Choose seating in the climate-controlled cabin or on the outer deck
What's Included
- Assigned table seating per booking with cushioned seating and openable windows
- One complimentary beer, wine, Champagne, or soft drink
- Captain narration
Things to know
Food is not included; light fare is available for purchase. Do not bring your own alcoholic beverages onboard. Gratuity is not included unless you buy a Groups ticket type where 10% gratuity is automatically applied.
Cancellation Policy
Activity runs rain or shine, but within reason. If the seller cancels, you can reschedule, receive credit, or receive a refund. Refunds are not available unless you purchased trip cancellation protection.
Product ID: 4JMU69
FAQs
Check in 15–30 minutes early. Boarding starts 5 minutes before departure, and the yacht leaves on time. If you arrive late, you will not receive a refund or reschedule.
Bring a digital version of your confirmation email as proof of purchase and a photo ID that matches the name on your booking.
No. It is unlawful to bring your own alcoholic beverages aboard the yachts.
More about One World Trade Center
One World Trade Center rises above the Lower Manhattan skyline as the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, and there is no better vantage point to take it in than from the deck of a sightseeing cruise gliding through New York Harbor. As your boat carves a path along the Hudson River, the gleaming spire of One World Trade Center anchors the cityscape, its mirrored facade reflecting sky, water, and the surrounding towers of the Financial District. Built as a symbol of resilience on the site of the original Twin Towers, this landmark gives the New York skyline a story that goes far beyond architecture, and seeing it from the water adds a layer of perspective you simply cannot get from the streets below.
The Statue and Skyline Sightseeing Cruise traces the harbor past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, then swings back toward Manhattan where One World Trade Center commands attention alongside the rest of the downtown skyline. From the open deck you can feel the harbor breeze, hear the gentle slap of waves against the hull, and watch the light shift across the glass of One World Trade Center as the boat moves. The contrast is striking: the copper green of Lady Liberty, the brick warmth of historic Ellis Island, and then the sharp, modern silhouette of One World Trade Center catching the sun. It is a sweeping introduction to the city, told through its most recognizable shapes.
This cruise suits first-time visitors who want to understand New York's geography at a glance, photographers chasing skyline shots, and families looking for a relaxed way to see the highlights together. History-minded travelers will appreciate seeing One World Trade Center in the same frame as the harbor monuments that have welcomed newcomers for generations. If you want a memorable, comfortable way to experience the city's most iconic skyline, with One World Trade Center at its heart, this sightseeing cruise delivers a view that stays with you long after you step back onshore.
