sight seeing in newyork city

Spirit Cruises

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Chelsea Piers - Pier 62. West 23rd Street at Hudson River., Chelsea
866-211-3805
Official website
Price Details: Varies according to cruise.


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Choose your cruise and let the Spirit move you! Whether it's a company event, a day of family fun or just the two of you, a Spirit Lunch or Dinner Cruise promises a whole new kind of entertainment. Great food, music and views of the Manhattan Skyline are just the beginning. Plus, with three ships departing from two locations (one in Manhattan, one in New Jersey!), there's a cruise that's convenient for you.
How to Reach: Take C,E trains to 23rd Street and walk west to Hudson River.

Adirondack Schooner

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Chelsea Piers - Pier 62. West 23rd Street at Hudson River., Chelsea
646-336-5270
Official website
Open: Cruises daily, including Sunday brunch cruises, afternoon and evening sails. Sails May through October from Chelsea Piers - Pier 62.
Price Details: Tickets range from $35-45 for adults and $25 for children. Tour price includes beverages.


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Take in the breathtaking views of the New York skyline aboard a 78 foot classic pilot schooner! Adirondack was uniquely and specifically built to combine the style of the old world classic schooners and the comfort, efficiency, and safety of the passenger yachts of today for an exhilarating sailing experience. Cruises daily, including Sunday brunch cruises, afternoon and evening sails. Sails May through October from Chelsea Piers - Pier 62. Tickets range from $35-45 for adults and $25 for children. Tour price includes beverages.
How to Reach: Take C,E trains to 23rd Street, walk west to Hudson River.

Chelsea Screamer

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Chelsea Piers - Pier 62. West 23rd Street at Hudson River., Chelsea
212-924-6262
Official website
Price Details: Adults $15, children $12.


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Prepare to be soaked as you board for a splash-and-dash scenic adventure cruise around Manhat-tan by speedboat. Departing from Pier 62 at Chelsea Piers, West 23rd Street on the Hudson River. See the Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, the Intrepid, New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and the magnificent skyline of New York in a way that no one else can show it to you, by Screamer!
How to Reach: Take C,E trains to 23rd Street, walk west to Hudson River.

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Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum

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Pier 86 West 46th Street at 12th Avenue, Midtown
212-245-0072
Official website
Open: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat-Sun 10am-7pm.
Price Details: Adults $14, veterans, students and seniors $10.


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One of the most successful, battle-tested ships in U.S. history is now one of the most unique attractions in New York City. Berthed on the mighty Hudson River in Manhattan, the Intrepid Museum consists of diverse sea, air and space exhibits.
Facility: Take A,C,E trains to West 42nd Street.

World Yacht Dinner Cruises

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Pier 81 at West 41st Street at Hudson River., Midtown
212-630-8100
Official website
Open: Cruises sail seven days a week. Board time 6pm. Brunch cruises board every Sunday at 11:30.
Price Details: Prices vary according to cruise.


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A World Yacht dinner cruise is a 3-hour voyage to enchantment. It features the "Best of New York" menu - world-class cuisine created just for us by six of New York's most celebrated chefs.
How to Reach: Take A,C,E trains to West 42nd Street and walk west.

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Staten Island Ferry

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South Ferry at South Street near Battery Park, Financial District
718-815-BOAT
Official website
Open: Sails 24 hours a day, departures approximately every 20 minutes during peak times.
Price Details: Free.


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If you’re wallet is feeling a little light you can still enjoy a cruise through the harbor, the way thousands of commuters do each day - on the Staten Island Ferry. It is always free, and departs from South Ferry at the southern-most tip of Manhattan. The ride to Staten Island take approximately 25 minutes. You can get off and explore, or just wait on the boat for the return trip. There’s a snack bar on board and often some free entertainment provided by the fellow passengers.
How to Reach: Take 1,5,9 trains to South Ferry stop.

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New York Waterway

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Midtown
800-533-3779
Official website
Price Details: Prices vary according to cruise.


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With over 4,000 departures and 21 different cruises, NY Waterway brings adventure, romance and excitement to visitors and New Yorkers alike. Offering sightseeing cruises around New York Harbor in seven languages, and day trips and overnights to destinations along the Hudson. For tour pricing and ticket information call 1-800-533-3779, or visit nywaterway.com.
How to Reach: Take A,C,E trains to 42nd Street, walk west to Hudson River.