• Little Island - The boat will pause right beside Little Island, offering a unique view of the park from the water.
• Financial District - After departing Hoboken, the journey crosses back to Manhattan, stopping directly in front of the Financial District and the Freedom Tower.
• Battery Park City - As the boat rounds Battery Park, it enters the East River, where passengers can watch helicopters take off and land. The cruise continues past South Street Seaport, under the Brooklyn Bridge, and towards the Manhattan Bridge. Enjoy the iconic views as the boat travels along the Brooklyn waterfront, past the Red Hook Container Terminal, and around Governors Island.
• Brooklyn Bridge - The captain will navigate under the Brooklyn Bridge and pause just north of it, allowing for stunning photos of the Manhattan skyline with the Brooklyn Bridge in the foreground.
• Governors Island - The captain will highlight some historic buildings on this island, which was once an Army base and later a Coast Guard Station, now transformed into a large park.
• Statue of Liberty - As the boat crosses the Upper Bay, passengers will see commercial vessels like tugboats, oil barges, and the Staten Island Ferry en route to the Statue of Liberty. The boat stops just outside the security zone, providing an up-close and unobstructed view of Lady Liberty.

The boat stops just outside the security zone, providing an up-close and unobstructed view of Lady Liberty.

• Ellis Island - On the return to Manhattan, the boat passes Ellis Island, offering spectacular views of the renowned NYC downtown skyline. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

At each of the 12 tour stops, the captain positions the boat to ensure every guest can capture the perfect photo and assists with any photo requests.

• New Jersey - The tour crosses over to the New Jersey shoreline, heading south for panoramic views of the entire skyline.
• Hudson Yards - The boat will pause right in front of the Hudson Yards Complex, allowing a view of The Vessel and the other new buildings.
• Manhattan Bridge - Capture perfect photos of the Manhattan Bridge as the boat stops between the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges.

• U.S. Coast Guard licensed Captain
• Landing and/or facility fees
• TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
• Local taxes

• Tour-guide/Captain gratuities are not included

The ultimate personalized tour experience in New York Harbor! See the city from the best positions and capture the world-renowned skyline on the same vessel used by media agencies to cover current news events! Our Exciting Sightseeing Tour takes you on a memorable journey through the harbor. The narrated tour highlights over 40 sights on the local waterways. You’ll view the city from unique perspectives, selected specifically with photography enthusiasts in mind. We’ll bring you up close to major attractions and provide ample distance for you to snap panoramic shots of the skyline. Our captains pause the boat at numerous spots along the route to offer you the chance to snap unforgettable photos. It’s the ideal way to get to know the layout of New York City during your visit, and it’s a great time for both tourists and residents alike!

• Our tours run with a minimum of 4 passengers
• Minimum age is 4 years; minors must be accompanied by an adult.
• Adult pricing applies to all passengers
• Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to your late arrival
• No high heels; flat shoes only
• Recommended: Bring sunglasses and your camera!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.