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Statue of Liberty Cruise: Iconic NYC Views
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21 Ratings
New York
Embark on a 75-minute cruise for breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan skyline. Discover NYC’s history with a live guide.
Embark on a 75-minute cruise for breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan skyline. Discover NYC’s history with a live guide.
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Liberty Cruise - Embark on your journey at Pier 40, nestled in the vibrant Hudson River Park. This lively pier provides breathtaking views of the Hudson River and marks the beginning of your Liberty Cruise.
- New Jersey Colgate Clock - As you cruise along, catch sight of the renowned Colgate Clock, one of the world’s largest clocks, situated on…
- Liberty Cruise - Embark on your journey at Pier 40, nestled in the vibrant Hudson River Park. This lively pier provides breathtaking views of the Hudson River and marks the beginning of your Liberty Cruise.
- New Jersey Colgate Clock - As you cruise along, catch sight of the renowned Colgate Clock, one of the world’s largest clocks, situated on the New Jersey waterfront. It stands as a testament to the area’s industrial heritage.
- Ellis Island - Sail past the historic Ellis Island, the entry point for millions of immigrants to the United States. Discover the importance of this landmark and its impact on New York’s history.
- Statue of Liberty - The tour’s highlight, you’ll circle the Statue of Liberty, a symbol of freedom and democracy. Enjoy sweeping views and capture unforgettable photos of this iconic monument from every perspective.
- Governors Island - Glide by Governors Island, a former military base now a public park, celebrated for its lush greenery and historic structures. The island provides spectacular views of the harbor and lower Manhattan.
- Brooklyn - Take in a brief view of the Brooklyn waterfront, showcasing the neighborhood’s dynamic blend of industrial and contemporary architecture.
- Brooklyn Bridge - Sail beneath the historic Brooklyn Bridge, one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks. Admire its grand Gothic arches and learn about its remarkable construction.
- Manhattan Bridge - Pass by the Manhattan Bridge, another iconic East River crossing, offering stunning views of both Brooklyn and Manhattan.
- Wall Street - Cruise past Wall Street, the financial hub of the city, with views of towering skyscrapers that house some of the world’s leading financial institutions.
- Lower Manhattan - Be awed by the magnificent Lower Manhattan skyline, featuring landmarks like One World Trade Center, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, and the densely packed financial district.
- Battery Park - As your tour nears its end, sail by Battery Park, a beautiful waterfront park at Manhattan’s southern tip, renowned for its stunning views of New York Harbor.
- Liberty Cruise - Return to Pier 40, where your Statue of Liberty adventure concludes, leaving you with lasting memories of New York’s most iconic landmarks.
What's Included
- Access to outdoor and indoor spaces
- Complimentary drink and cookie with Premium admission
- Panoramic views of iconic landmarks including the Statue of Liberty
- All applicable taxes, fees, and handling costs included
- Experienced live tour guide with insightful commentary
- Access to outdoor and indoor spaces
- Complimentary drink and cookie with Premium admission
- Panoramic views of iconic landmarks including the Statue of Liberty
- All applicable taxes, fees, and handling costs included
- Experienced live tour guide with insightful commentary
What's Not Included
- Access to Liberty Island or Ellis Island.
- Access to Liberty Island or Ellis Island.
Additional Information
Set sail on a 75-minute cruise departing from Pier 40 and get an up-close look at the Statue of Liberty, along with breathtaking views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline, and Ellis Island. With a live guide, discover captivating stories about New York’s famous landmarks.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Close-up views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC…
Set sail on a 75-minute cruise departing from Pier 40 and get an up-close look at the Statue of Liberty, along with breathtaking views of the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline, and Ellis Island. With a live guide, discover captivating stories about New York’s famous landmarks.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Close-up views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC landmarks
- Knowledgeable live guide providing intriguing historical insights
- Convenient departure from Pier 40 in Manhattan
Reserve your Statue of Liberty Cruise today for an unforgettable NYC experience!
- Guests are required to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure for boarding. This ensures a smooth boarding process for everyone.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately for the weather to ensure your comfort throughout the cruise.
- If you’re driving, the closest parking is at Pier 40 (353 West St), located on the north side with easy access. On-site parking is available for a hassle-free experience.
- Please note that this cruise does not include stops at the Statue of Liberty or Ellis Island. The cruise offers excellent views from the water but does not allow guests to disembark at these landmarks.
- This tour/activity can accommodate up to 300 travelers, allowing plenty of space for a comfortable experience.
Location
Liberty Cruise
South Street
The cruise sets sail from Pier 40, with easy access from the north side. Parking is available on-site for a hassle-free experience.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(21 Ratings)
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Ebijr
Sep 11, 2025
Scenic Views of Lady Liberty - My Statue of Liberty cruise was a memorable 1-hour journey from Pier 40, offering stunning views of Lady Liberty and the Manhattan skyline without stops at Liberty or Ellis Islands. The ferry was clean, spacious, with indoor and outdoor seating perfect for photos, and the guide Allen provided fascinating historical context that enriched the experience. The staff were friendly and efficient, though crowds can be heavy in peak season, so arriving early is wise. Snacks on board were limited, so I’d suggest bringing your own. For ~$29, this cruise is a fantastic, affordable way to see an iconic landmark up close—highly recommend for a quick, scenic NYC adventure! 5/5.
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N7006lujohns
Sep 4, 2025
Fair value - The boat ride gave us amazing views of the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge. The length of the tour was in the right range. Good for taking lots of pictures too.
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F9712qanickh
Sep 24, 2025
Do not book with this company - The boat is overcrowded and staff were yelling at passengers during the boarding process. If you purchase the regular ticket, you will be standing in wall-to-wall people, or sitting inside on the lower deck. There limited seats offered for the standard ticket in the front of the boat. If you upgrade to the premium, you can sit on the upper deck, and they rope this off so only the premium passengers can be in this area. We chose to upgrade for an additional $20 per person, and we ended up having a wonderful time. But, I would never recommend this company based on our experience.
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Shonb2016
Sep 14, 2025
Scam in blue vest Statue Of Liberty - First the employees at the Staten Island Ferry location were complete scamming tourists. They wear blue vest and say the are associated with Liberty cruise. They tell you how long the wait is and you will never see the statue. They then sell you a cruise around the Liberty. Before you get on the boat you take a overcrowded bus, no ac, for 40 min to get to the boat. Once at the pier, which is almost uptown, you get on a boat with 216 other people with no room to sit and you cant see anything as everyone is cramped. Complete waist of time, money, and experience.
I highly recommend using anyone other than this company
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Snd8542nr
Aug 23, 2025
Cruise Control? More Like Cruise Chaos - AVOID! - We received Liberty Cruise tickets as part of the destination fee at Moxy Times Square and decided to use the two complimentary passes and purchase two more for our kids to round off our NYC trip.
Unfortunately, the experience was frustrating and poorly managed. The 2pm cruise was cancelled without notice, and the waiting area was chaotic — poorly signposted, with no shade cover and no staff managing the queue. We were left standing in a long, disorganised line under the sun with no clear information or support.
With a 5pm flight from JFK, the 3:30pm cruise felt too risky — both in terms of timing and safety due to potential overcrowding. Customer service offered a credit to return, but we’re now back in the UK with no plans to revisit soon.
We ended up losing the cost of two kids’ tickets, MTA fares to the pier, a return Uber ride, and four hours on our final day — time we had hoped to spend enjoying the city. Based on our experience and other reviews, I’d strongly recommend reconsidering this cruise operator. It felt more like a liability than a perk.
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Maciej
Jul 29, 2025
F****ng nightmare - We almost got a heatstroke. The places is not prepared to handle that much visitors. It seems like they onyl profit driven and over book as much as possible. I understand that it is summer, but couple of sun umbrellas will give people much needed shade. Instead they put one breezer outside, which works only if you were standing directly in front of it.
In general, waste of time and money. The whole trip lasted more than 4h from which you spend 3h queueing and sweating in a tight crowd.
Do not go there even in colder months. Take a ferry to staten island and see the statue from it.
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N00nah2014
Jun 30, 2025
Awful. Unsafe & misleading - It was simply awful. Overcharged from the get go. Put on a bus & was told the cruise departed at 3.15. Not true - actually departure time was 4pm. Boat was late & then by the time the loaded simply too many people on board it was 5pm before we left. Advertised at an hour but it only lasted 45mins & the doing the talking was terrible as well. Getting off was a a disaster & there were a lot of grumbling passengers. Wish we’d read the reviews first. Need to be more honest, go on time, take less people & improve the attitude of staff.
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Karolaj832
Jun 29, 2025
The worst experience ever - The worst experience I’ve ever had. I do not recommend, terrible crew, lack of organization, for sure not worth spending 55$ on this trip.
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Helenhq669mu
Jun 28, 2025
SCAM - avoid! - We were at Battery park planning to get the staten island ferry, when a tour guide told us that the ferry would involve a lot of queues and poor views. However after we bought the cruise tickets they then walked us to a bus which took 20 mins to get to pier 40 (no AC) and then a 30min wait for the boat! We were told it would cost $39 each but credit card was charged $59 each. Complete scam - get the ferry instead!!
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Louise77nurse
Jun 21, 2025
Utter SCAM - SCAM SCAM SCAM
Get the FREE ferry instead, don't be scammed by these people.
Were told the tickets were £39 dollars each, ended up being charged £240 dollars for four tickets due to "taxes".
Sales person told us the free Statten Island Ferry was ONLY for commuters, not tourists.
Told us it was a two hour trip anyway, and that it went in the opposite direction to the Statue.
This was all lies.
The free ferry goes as close to the Statue as this £240 ferry.
The sales guy got pretty shirty with us when we questioned the price, and then got us an "escort" who walked us for 15 minutes to a BUS stop where we had to then catch a bus to the boat dock at pier 40. Hung around looking for a tip!
Boat was run down.
Did NOT stop at the Statue to allow pictures as we were told, and did NOT go under the Brooklyn Bridge, as we were old it would.
COMPLETE and utter scam.
Sales guy pretended he was doing us a favour by "adding on" a free bus tour ticket, but this is actually part of the ticket price and by the time the boat trip finished the buses were stopped for the day anyway!
Absolute scam, avoid this!!!
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