The 13 Boat Tours in New York City That Earn Their Price

1.Circle Line 2h Harbor Lights Cruise Skip-The-Box-Office

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,222 reviews · 2 hours · from $45Our pick

See NYC after dark on a two-hour Circle Line cruise with Statue of Liberty views, bridge crossings, live commentary, and onboard drinks.

“Absolutely wonderful!!! I've done so many things in Manhattan, but this cruise offered a completely new perspective on the city! The views were absolutely breathtaking. We were especially lucky because a supermoon began to rise just as we were approaching Battery Park, giving us the perfect view of the Brooklyn Bridge bathed in its glow. Truly magical. The atmosphere on board was top-notch, and our tour guide (unfortunately, I can’t recall her name) was one of a kind. She brought the city to life with her knowledge and energy, and we even ended the tour with a stunning vocal performance that left everyone in awe. If you’re in New York,…”

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2.Circle Line 2.5 Hour Best of NYC Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,268 reviews · from $39

Circle Manhattan in 2.5 hours with Statue of Liberty views, live narration, famous bridges, indoor comfort, and outdoor decks.

“this cruise was fantastic, fabulous sightseeing and pic opportunities, me and my 14 yr old grandaughtet loved it,the guide was very knowledgeable,”

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3.Statue of Liberty Express Skip-the-Box-Office Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,873 reviews · 50 min · from $24Best value

See Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, and lower Manhattan on a 50-minute harbor cruise with skip-the-box-office access.

“Excellent all round. Our guide was extremely informative and engaging. The only thing that could have been improved on was the weather 😁”

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4.Circle Line 1.5-Hr Landmarks Skip-The-Box-Office Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,778 reviews · 1h 30m · from $34

Review of Circle Line’s 90-minute NYC cruise, with Statue of Liberty views, bridge crossings, guide tips, price advice, and practical details.

“Great way to see Manhattan from a different angle. The Tour Guide was very knowledgeable.”

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5.Starship Landmark 90 Minute Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,666 reviews · 1h 30m · from $34

Review of NYC’s 90-minute Starship sightseeing cruise, with Statue of Liberty photos, skyline views, live guides, decks, snacks, and practical tips.

“The sightseeing cruise was so enjoyable. The staff was very friendly and helpful”

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6.Circle Line: 2.5hr – Complete Manhattan Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,488 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Circle Manhattan in 2.5 hours with skyline views, Statue of Liberty photos, live narration, outdoor decks, and useful tips for seating and arrival.

“Great experience! This event was amazing Everyone from the beginning and to the end..Staff was superb 👌🏽 👏🏾”

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7.Circle Line 1-Hr Statue of Liberty Skip-The-Line Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,342 reviews · from $27

Review of Circle Line’s 1-hour NYC harbor cruise, with Statue of Liberty views, skyline sights, guide tips, price advice, and practical details.

“our tour gide was really nice(Micheal) was a good a tour very friendly.”

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8.Circle Line: 2hr – New York City Harbor Lights Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,859 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

See New York’s skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and Statue of Liberty glowing at night on this narrated two-hour Circle Line harbor cruise.

“Felt like I was being belittled by your person who was narrating the cruise wrong.They seemed to be not happy to be working there”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,625 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $24

See the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, and Manhattan skyline on a lively 50-minute cruise from $24.

“Perfect trip to see Statue of Liberty, Manhattan Skyline, and Brooklyn Bridge. Plenty of time to take pictures, narrator shared lots of cool information. Great value. A must do!”

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10.Starship Landmark 90 Minute Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,073 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $34

Review of Starship NYC’s 90-minute cruise, with Statue of Liberty views, live narration, skyline sights, pricing, seating tips, and honest drawbacks.

“Great staff for the boat tour...great people! The tour guide had good comments on all the sights and they played music the whole time.”

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11.City Cruises New York: Bateaux Premier Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,371 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $180

Review the Bateaux Premier Dinner Cruise in New York, with skyline views, live music, dinner, pricing, dress code, and practical tips.

“This is an incredible cruise. Tge views are spectacular, it’s relaxing and inspirational at tge same time. The food and service weee excellent. The entertainment was perfect. It was very worthwhile and a great memory.”

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12.City Cruises New York: Signature Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,362 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Review of City Cruises New York’s dinner cruise, with buffet dining, skyline views, DJ entertainment, pricing, timing, and practical tips.

“No comments we did not make it to the ship we arrived 6:10 pm we couldn’t board and we did not have dinner or cruise”

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13.Around Manhattan Official NYC Architecture Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 402 reviews · 2h 45m · from $113Top rated

Circle Manhattan on a 1920s-style yacht with AIANY architects, bridge views, waterfront history, one drink, and comfortable assigned seating.

“Fascinating tour, beautiful vedsel, continuous wrll informed vommentaty, friendly staff. Excellent value.”

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