80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise
Overview
The NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise is the perfect introduction for any visitor. This cruise focuses on sights you need to see - including One World Trade Center, a stop in front of the Statue of Liberty for a perfect picture, Ellis Island, Hudson Yards, Little Island Park, The Brooklyn Bridge, and a glimpse of the Empire State Building. This itinerary-friendly cruise highlights some of the best of New York. Nothing beats seeing New York City from the water.
New York’s premier transportation company, New York Waterway, serving over 3 million commuters yearly, now offers a best-in-class sightseeing experience. NY Waterway Harbor Tours invites you to experience a sightseeing cruise operated by one of the most trusted brands in New York. Set sail on ultra-modern boats with experienced, licensed tour guides, plus indoor and outdoor viewing areas included with all tickets.
What's Included
- Outdoor and indoor seating areas
- WiFi on board
- Access to top deck included
- Free bus service to and from the pier with every ticket purchase
- 80-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Cruise
- Snacks Drinks, Snacks and Alcoholic beverages available for purchase
Meeting Location
Midtown / W. 39th St
12th Avenue, New York, NY 10018, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on 80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise?
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Activity code: C-5659173P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Outdoor and indoor seating areas.
- WiFi on board.
- Access to top deck included.
- Free bus service to and from the pier with every ticket purchase.
- 80-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Cruise.
- Snacks. Drinks, Snacks and Alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Outdoor and indoor seating areas
- WiFi on board
- Access to top deck included
- Free bus service to and from the pier with every ticket purchase
- 80-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Cruise
- SnacksDrinks, Snacks and Alcoholic beverages available for purchase
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 500 travelers
