New York City Sightseeing Boat Tours

New York City Sightseeing Boat Tours

Probably the most popular activity in New York City is a sightseeing cruise. Most tourists will make time to enjoy the city’s skyline from the water.

What Tour to Choose?

Day tours, night tours, two-hour long, three-hour long...there are numerous options. All leave from Pier 83 in West Manhattan.

When choosing a Manhattan boat tour, you should consider whether you'd prefer to enjoy the views during the day or at night, and how long you'd like to spend sailing around the city.

There are also boat tours that include dinner, which can be a great option if you're looking for a unique experience:

Dinner cruise in New York

How to Book a New York Cruise?

If you don’t have the New York Pass, which includes a cruise ticket, then the best and cheapest option is to book a tour online: 

Choosing a Good Seat

We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to get a good seat on the boat. Sitting on the sides makes all the difference.

Nearby places

Intrepid Museum (252 m) Madame Tussauds (1.3 km) Times Square (1.4 km) High Line Elevated Park (1.7 km)