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Staten Island Ferry
For the best views of Lady Liberty, sit on the right side of a Staten Island–bound ferry.
Some, though not all, ferries in the fleet have large outdoor side decks, which afford the best views.
The ferry is accessible to wheelchair users.
Refreshments, including beer and hot dogs, are available on board.
All passengers must disembark at St. George Ferry Terminal on Staten Island.
The Staten Island Ferry operates on its weekend schedule on major holidays including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
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The Staten Island Ferry operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. During weekday rush hour 6–9:30am and 3:30–8pm), the ferry departs every 15 minutes. At all other times of the day and on weekends, the Staten Island Ferry departs every half hour. You don't need Staten Island Ferry tickets to board because it's a free service.
Yes, parking is available near the Staten Island Ferry's St. George Terminal on Staten Island. Several lots are available for ferry riders, including two NYC Dot Municipal parking lots, and parking tends to range between $12-15 per day. However, parking is very limited near Manhattan's Whitehall Ferry Terminal.
Yes, bikes are permitted on the Staten Island Ferry, and there is no additional charge for bringing them on board. However, cyclists must board on the lower level at both ferry terminals, dismount, walk their bikes to the waiting area, and store them in designated areas.
The Staten Island Ferry travels between two main points: the Whitehall Ferry Terminal in Lower Manhattan and the St. George Ferry Terminal in Staten Island. The journey takes around 25 minutes each way and is free for all riders. While useful for commuters, the ferry also offers prime sightseeing opportunities. More than 22 million passengers ride the ferry each year, according to the New York City Department of Transportation.
Because the Staten Island Ferry is primarily designed as a commuter vessel, it can be pretty busy during morning and evening rush hours. To enjoy a less crowded experience, set out during the afternoon (or later in the evening, when you can admire the skyline all lit up after dark).
Yes, the Staten Island Ferry is accessible to wheelchair users and those with limited mobility. The Whitehall and St. George Terminals have elevators and escalators; wheelchair users are recommended to board the ferries via the lower levels. Service animals are also welcome on board all vessels.