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Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise
Badge of ExcellenceNew York City, USA
From $52.00
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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 2 hours 30 minutes
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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, the Brooklyn Bridge, the 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.
- Explore Manhattan Island on an extended cruise
- Enjoy magnificent views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC skyline
- Learn about New York's landmarks through live on-board commentary
- Choose between standard and premium seating to suit your preferences
What's Included
- 2.5 hour Sightseeing Cruise
- Live narration by Circle Line’s guides (in English)
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Snacks
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Soda/Pop
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises83 North River Piers West 43rd Street and, 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036, USA
Departure Point: Tour departs from Pier 83, New York Address: Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises Pier 83 West 42nd Street New York, NY 10019
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Three rivers, seven bridges, five boroughs, 25 world-renowned landmarks, and a close-up of the Statue of Liberty. Now that’s getting to know New York City.
On this sightseeing tour around Manhattan Island, enjoy stunning views of the Big Apple’s brilliant skyline and iconic landmarks, like One World Trade Center’s Freedom Tower, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, and many more.
Depart from Pier 83 in Midtown Manhattan and cruise around Manhattan Island, bounded by the Hudson, East and Harlem Rivers. While on board, enjoy live narration from a professional tour guide.
Learn more about the history of each of the sites while taking in the beautiful views of some of New York City’s most popular attractions.
On this sightseeing tour around Manhattan Island, enjoy stunning views of the Big Apple’s brilliant skyline and iconic landmarks, like One World Trade Center’s Freedom Tower, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, and many more.
Depart from Pier 83 in Midtown Manhattan and cruise around Manhattan Island, bounded by the Hudson, East and Harlem Rivers. While on board, enjoy live narration from a professional tour guide.
Learn more about the history of each of the sites while taking in the beautiful views of some of New York City’s most popular attractions.
Statue of Liberty (Pass By)
Ellis Island (Pass By)
Brooklyn Bridge (Pass By)
One World Trade Center (Pass By)
Hudson Yards (Pass By)
Empire State Building (Pass By)
United Nations Headquarters (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- For children/infants under the age of 3, please ask at the box office for an infant ticket; it is free of charge.
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Please arrive at least 30-minutes prior to the departure time for boarding.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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Q:What is the departure point for the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:The cruise conveniently departs from Pier 83 @ West 42nd Street and the West Side Highway, in Midtown Manhattan.
Jun 2021
Q:Is there parking near the departure for the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Parking available at Circle Line Sightseeing, Pier 83, W 42nd Street. $30 before 3 pm weekdays and $35 after 3 pm weekdays and all weekends. (Prices subject to change.)
Jun 2021
Q:Can I take the subway to get to the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Yes - Take the 1, 2, 3, 7, A, C, E, N, Q or R train to Times Square 42nd St; train B, D, F to 5th Ave and 42nd St, or 4, 5, 6 train to 42nd St Grand Central Station. Take the M42 bus west or walk 5 avenues west to Pier 83 (about 1 mile or 1.6km).
Jun 2021
Q:Can I take a bus to get to the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Yes - From 42nd Street take the M42 bus going West, directly to the Circle Line Pier. From 49th Street take the M50 bus directly to the Circle Line pier.
Jun 2021
Q:How early should I arrive for the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Boarding begins a half-hour before departure. Please plan on arriving 45-minutes to 1-hour before the scheduled departure to allow for time to check-in and also find seating on your cruise.
Jun 2021
Q:Is seating assigned during the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Seats are first-come, first-serve so arrive early! There is seating available both inside as well as out on deck. The boats typically sail on time, so please leave enough time for traffic delays and plan to arrive early.
Jun 2021
Q:Can I bring my young child with me on the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Yes - For children or infants under the age of 3, please ask at the box office for an infant ticket; it is free of charge.
Jun 2021
Q:Are food and/or drink available during the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Yes, there is a freshly prepared menu of sandwiches, salads, and snacks as well as a full bar serving up hot and cold beverages, beer, wine, and cocktails available in the onboard cafe to purchase.
Jun 2021
Q:Can I bring my own food/drink onboard the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Sorry - no outside food or drink is permitted.
Jun 2021
Q:Are restrooms available onboard during the Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise?
A:Yes, there are restrooms onboard for your convenience.
Jun 2021
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Trinetta_J
The tour and the tour guide were awesome! The tour was very interesting and the views of everything were amazing. The tour guide was friendly, engaging & entertaining!
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Louella_C, Apr 2024
David the guide telling all about the different parts of New York. It was beautiful weather, and the whole cruise was very nice.
Barbara_P, Apr 2024
Great boat tour with a wonderful guide! We were a group of 4 friends, locals & visitors and everyone enjoyed it!
Trinetta_J, Apr 2024
The tour and the tour guide were awesome! The tour was very interesting and the views of everything were amazing. The tour guide was friendly, engaging & entertaining!
Thao_V, Apr 2024
It was so fun to see the buildings and infrastructure in New York. It was expecially fun to see the view!
Cindy_C, Apr 2024
Your guide was very knowledgeable. Learned more about Manhattan’s East side and the other boroughs. The best part was watching the Eclipse and the coffee I was able to purchase when the winds picked up, the temperature dropped and the skies darkened. Cafe workers were very nice and efficient. Highly recommend!
Ton_J, Apr 2024
Andy is the best guide ever. His comments were very interesting and knowledgeable. Unfortunately we had a very undisciplined family in front of us. The big guy stood up all the time and chocolate, coffee as well as hot dogs were thrown on the ground instead of in the bins. I wished the staff would have done something. At the end of the trip, probably 10% was still interested in Andy. Everybody staryed to walk around and shout. Very disappointing.
Paul_D, Apr 2024
Great tour, pity about the bad weather,but tour guide was very informative. Good snacks to choice from.
Robyn_F, Apr 2024
The tour guide was amazing. So incredibly knowledgeable and humorous. The boat ride was a great way to see many of the historical landmarks and learn much of the history about New York.
Sue_L, Mar 2024
Very personable guide, Dave.
Incredible views of the Statue of Liberty and great history of the area
Jackie_F, Mar 2024
A brilliant way to see all of NYC, whether its your first time or you have been before. The tour is excellent and the tour guide tells the story of New York as well as pointing out all the landmarks.
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