Best of New York City Cruise
Sail New York Harbor to within 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty on a narrated sightseeing cruise past Manhattan's waterfront landmarks.
- Get within roughly 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty for close-up photos you can't take from land
- Hear live narration in eight languages, including Chinese, covering the statue's history and hidden details
- Sail aboard a spacious, stable Circle Line boat built for comfortable harbor sightseeing
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Choose your date
September 2026
Passengers
£33.30 each
£27.60 each
What's included
- Sightseeing cruise in New York Harbor
- Live onboard narration
- Access to the Circle Line Skyline Navigator app with narration in seven languages
About this ticket
Your ticket secures a place for a specific date and time slot on the Best of New York City Cruise. Once aboard, you will hear live narration about the city's landmarks as you sail towards the Statue of Liberty. The boat pauses approximately 100 feet from the statue, allowing you time for photos.
What's not included
- Food and beverages
Practical info
This ticket is booked for a specific date and timeslot. It is available for adult and child passenger types. Please note that children under 3 years old require a separate infant ticket, which you must get from the box office on site.
How to redeem
Your ticket will be delivered as a PDF voucher. Show this voucher at the venue to board the cruise.
Important notes
- This ticket is non-refundable once booked.
This ticket provides a cruise that gets you within 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty.
Choose your date
September 2026
Passengers
£33.30 each
£27.60 each
About this experience
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises has been running boats out of New York Harbor since 1945, and this route takes you closer to the Statue of Liberty than any other sightseeing cruise in the city. You'll get to about 100 feet from the base of the statue, close enough to photograph her raised torch and face from an angle you simply can't get on land. Onboard narration, available in eight languages including Chinese, fills in details most visitors never hear, like the story behind the statue's face and figure.
Beyond the statue itself, this cruise takes you along the harbor past other New York landmarks, giving you a waterside view of the skyline most people only see from the street. The boats are spacious and stable, built for a smooth ride whether you're standing at the rail for photos or sitting back to take in the guide's commentary. It's a straightforward way to see one of New York's most photographed sights from the water, without needing to book a separate ferry or island ticket.
The cruise departs from New York Harbor and runs as a fixed-route sightseeing trip, with guides sharing history and trivia about the Statue of Liberty and the surrounding skyline throughout.
What to expect
After boarding at the pier, you'll find a spot on deck or inside the cabin as the boat pulls out into New York Harbor. The guide's narration kicks in early, pointing out landmarks along the shoreline while the boat makes its way toward the Statue of Liberty. The highlight of the trip comes when the boat slows to around 100 feet from the statue's base, giving you a few minutes to take photos of her torch and face from angles you won't find on any land-based viewpoint.
As the cruise continues, the narration shifts to stories about the harbor and the statue's history, including details about the models behind her face and figure. The route loops back past more of the New York waterfront before returning to the pier, giving you a full look at the skyline from the water in a trip that fits easily into a few hours of your day.
Things to note
- The cruise runs daily from 10:00am to 7:30pm
- A free Circle Line Skyline Navigator app is available for download, offering narration and extra content in seven languages
- Children under 3 years old still need an infant ticket, available at the box office
- No food or beverage service is available onboard, so eat beforehand or bring your own snacks
- Bring a light jacket even in warm weather, as it can get breezy and cooler out on the water
- Arrive a little early to find a good spot at the rail for photos of the Statue of Liberty
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Frequently asked questions
This ticket is non-refundable once booked. If your plans change, you will not receive a refund for the ticket. This policy applies to all ticket types for the cruise. It is advisable to check your schedule before booking to avoid any issues. Please ensure you are confident in your travel plans before making a purchase.
