Top New York City Day Cruises

New York City 90-Minute Cruise: Lady Liberty, Bridges and Skyline

Price varies by group size

(2,265)

from $30

Many of New York City's most memorable landmarks can be seen from the water and this 90-minute boat cruise lets you enjoy the sights in style, without the large crowds. Hop aboard a classic 1920s-style yacht and set sail around New York Harbor, Liberty Island, and the Hudson River. Sip an included drink as you admire views of the Statue of Liberty and more from the glassed-in observatory or open-air deck.

Statue of Liberty and New York City Skyline Sightseeing Cruise

Statue of Liberty and New York City Skyline Sightseeing Cruise

The NYC Must-See Cruise is the perfect introduction for any visitor. This cruise focuses on sights you need to see - including One World Trade Center, a stop in front of the Statue of Liberty for a perfect picture, Ellis Island, Hudson Yards, Little Island Park, The Brooklyn Bridge, and a glimpse of the Empire State Building. This itinerary-friendly cruise highlights some of the best of New York. Nothing beats seeing New York City from the water. New York’s premier transportation company, New York Waterway, serving over 3 million commuters yearly, now offers a best-in-class sightseeing experience. NY Waterway Harbor Tours invites you to experience a sightseeing cruise operated by one of the most trusted brands in New York. Set sail on ultra-modern boats with an experience that includes licensed tour guides, indoor and outdoor viewing areas included with all tickets, and a temperature controlled indoor space. As a bonus, guests can access free bus service to and from the pier.

(826)

from $79

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NYC Must-See Cruise (80min)

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

Set sail for a sunset like no other aboard this Statue of Liberty sightseeing cruise. Admire views of the iconic New York City skyline that few other visitors get to see, and get up close with Lady Liberty for photos while you listen to music over the boat’s sound system. Along the way, sit back, relax, purchase drinks or snacks on board, and listen to the free audio guide via smartphone app if preferred.

Circle Line: 1.5hr New York City Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise

Some of the best views of New York City's iconic skyline are from the water. This extended cruise goes all the way around Manhattan island, affording views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, and more. Choose between standard seating or upgrade for access to the premium seating area. While on board, learn about the history of the city through live commentary, and choose to purchase drinks and snacks.

(230)

from $27

Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.4

(3,570)

from $35

Circle Line: 2hr - New York City Harbor Lights Cruise

Don't waste precious time in New York City at the Statue of Liberty when you can view the iconic landmark on this speedy Lady Liberty cruise, perfect for travelers with limited time. Soak up the sea breeze and views as you're whisked past Lady Liberty. You can marvel at the statue from the water, learn about the landmark from your guide's live narration, and snap a few up-close photos with unobstructed views.

4.4

(2,958)

from $45

Circle Line: New York City Statue of Liberty Super Express Cruise

Circle Line: New York City Statue of Liberty Super Express Cruise

50 minutesFree Cancellation

Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise

(2,786)

from $29

(1,114)

from $34

Best Private Luxury Daytime Boat Tour in New York City - 2 Hour

5.0

(98)

from $500

Per group

Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

2 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

45-Minute Express Statue of Liberty Night Cruise

(1,476)

from $86

Special Offer

45 minutesFree Cancellation

New York City Bright Lights Skyline Cruise on Yacht

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(125)

from $79

Price varies by group size

New York City Sunset Cruise on a Yacht

(373)

from $113

New York City Sailboat Day Cruise to the Statue of Liberty

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(162)

from $60

Iconic view of Lady Liberty from the ferry to Ellis Island.

One of the US’ most iconic symbols, the Statue of Liberty rises up from New York Harbor, welcoming the immigrants who once entered through nearby Ellis Island. Visit Lady Liberty and learn the stories of those who passed through Ellis Island on this convenient tour with options that let you choose how long you want to spend at each attraction. Opt to visit the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration.

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour with Reserved Ferry Entry

3 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

See It All New York City Walking and Boat Guided Tour

(14,346)

from $59

6 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(146)

from $80

Statue of Liberty & NYC Skyline Cruise - Freedom Liberty Tour

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(1,539)

from $30

New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore the Big Apple with this top-rated Best of New York bundle—featuring three iconic experiences at one unbeatable price. Empire State Building Begin your adventure with express entry to the 86th-floor observation deck of the Empire State Building. Marvel at sweeping 360° views of Manhattan’s skyline and landmarks—from Central Park to the Statue of Liberty. A must-see art deco masterpiece! Circle Line Boat Cruise Cap off your NYC experience with a Circle Line sightseeing cruise—choose between the Liberty Midtown Cruise or the Landmarks Cruise. See the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and One World Trade Center. Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour Next, see New York your way with a flexible 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour on two routes. Ride top-deck for open-air views and enjoy audio commentary in multiple languages. Hop off at must-see spots like Times Square, Wall Street, and the MET—and hop back on whenever you're ready. The free Big Bus app tracks arrival times in real time.

(13,598)

from $99

NY: Empire State Building, Liberty Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

NY: Empire State Building, Liberty Cruise, & Hop-on Hop-off Tour

New York’s premier transportation company, serving over 3 million commuters yearly, now offers a best-in-class sightseeing experience. We invite you to experience a sightseeing cruise operated by one of the most trusted brands in New York. Set sail on ultra-modern boats with a licensed tour guide, indoor and outdoor viewing areas - all at a budget-friendly price. As a bonus, guests can access free bus service to and from the pier. This quick cruise around the Statue of Liberty is the fastest way to see New York’s most iconic landmark. Guests will also see One World Trade Center, Hudson Yards, Chelsea Piers, Little Island Park and Ellis Island. The highlight of course is when the boat pauses in front of Lady Liberty for everyone to take an unforgettable picture. This is a perfect cruise for visitors with a busy itinerary or anyone wanting a quick way to glimpse the Statue of Liberty and enjoy some of New York City’s breathtaking skyline.

4.2

(12)

from $99

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50 Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise

50 Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise

50 minutesFree Cancellation

NYC Statue of Liberty Tall Ship Sail aboard Clipper City

Happy Hour Statue of Liberty Express Sunset Sightseeing Cruise

4.3

(268)

from $73

City Cruises New York Signature Lunch Cruise

3.2

(23)

from $30

City Cruises New York Bateaux Premier Lunch Cruise

4.3

(210)

from $85

Tenement History and Immigrant Life in the Lower East Side

4.2

(92)

from $93

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Mina_S, Jun 2026

Amazing introduction to early immigrant communities in NYC

If you love, history and architecture, this is the tour for you!! went with my husband and our 32-year-old son and 30-year-old daughter-in-law.Wonderful overview of early immigrant life in New York City. Great maps to get your bearings. Lots of history from the past as well as importance of certain current buildings and location. Great tips on eateries that locals love! The history of architectural development is fascinating. Rob is a huge wealth of knowledge and clearly passionate about his tours. One of the best tours we have taken anywhere in the world. Looking forward to doing a different tour with him the next time we visit New York City!

Best Private Luxury Daytime Boat Tour in New York City - 2 Hour

Emma_T, Jun 2026

Outstanding Trip

Absolutely fantastic couple of hours spent with John today. He gave a brilliant commentary as we were travelling along the Hudson and East Rivers, he took lots of photos of us with the best backgrounds of the city. We wouldn’t hesitate to do this tour again. The boat was perfect and we had a good selection of music to listen to, certainly a lot better than being crammed in on a boat with hundreds of people.

New York City Sailboat Day Cruise to the Statue of Liberty

karen_h, May 2026

Exceeded my expectations in every way!

Exceeded my expectations in every way. - professionalism, friendliness, beauty of the schooner and ask the sights we experienced, especially the Stature of Liberty! Thank you very much to Gary and his team!! Will highly recommend to everyone I know going to Be York.

Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour - from Chelsea Piers

Julie_N, Apr 2026

Thrilling Ride with Gorgeous Unobstructed Views!

The trip was a blast from start to finish. Went with my 13 year old son who chose the bumpier seats in the front. It was a thrill without causing any seasickness. Would recommend that spot for completely unobstructed views although all the seats are good. Our guide shared interesting things about each stop with plenty of time to get photos. Being so close to the Statue of Liberty was worth it in itself. Highly recommend!

See It All New York City Walking and Boat Guided Tour

tiffany_g, Dec 2025

Wonderful guide / wonderful city

It was a wonderful experience, we loved every place he took us too. The only only downside to the experience was it was cold and if you have issues waking don’t do it. We walked for 6 plus hours. But we knew this ahead of time and was more than ready and dressed for the experience. ROGER The guide deserves 10 stars he was amazing. He knew us each individually by first name. Always offered to take photos of us. ROGER was such a cheerful person who wasn’t just there bc he had to be. We had a blast because of him. He was funny. He was very knowledgeable and gave us information and history to each stop. If and when we go back ROGER is the one we are going with. He made our experience very personal. Even with a group of people. We weren’t rushed either. ROGER made sure we got back to our hotel/ final destination, shared his phone number to make sure. We all would highly recommend Roger!!

New York Fall Foliage Cruise up the Hudson River

Marisa_B, Oct 2025

Intimate, Surreal, and Absolutely Perfect!

Truly loved every bit of this little adventure. Our Captain Tim was super knowledgeable and very accommodating. We were originally going to go with a larger fairy ride for the Fall feel, but the intimacy and nostalgia of the vintage yacht was well worth the switch! Highly recommend.

City Cruises New York Bateaux Premier Brunch Cruise

Lynette_B, Jul 2025

Best boat, best tour guide, best staff

One of the best things to do in New York, the speaker on the boat, was so knowledgeable and interesting. The staff on the boat were also very friendly and accommodating. The boat itself was stunning, so clean and fresh. There were 6 of us from Australia and cannot recommend it highly enough.

New York City Sunset or Daytime Sightseeing Cruise

IzzetDeniz_A, Jul 2025

Unforgettable Sunset Experience on the Water!

We had an amazing time with Yacht Sightseeing! The boat was clean, comfortable, and very well-maintained. The views were absolutely stunning — especially during sunset. The crew was professional, friendly, and made us feel very welcome. Everything was on time and smoothly organized. It was a relaxing and unforgettable experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the city from the water!