FERRY TRIPS
The crossings worth booking.
The 15 most popular new york city ferries. We break down the sailings worth booking - the crossing time, the fare, who runs the boat and what the trip is actually like once you are aboard.
Self-guided Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferry from Jersey City with multilingual audio guides, museums, and flexible time on both islands.
Most Popular“I loved how quickly the lines moved, the very friendly people, and the dreamlike locations… Thank you”
Guided ferry tour from Battery Park to Liberty Island and Ellis Island, with museum time, skyline views, and real stories from a local guide.
“Our guide was knowledgeable and very nice. We really enjoyed the experience. Our only complaint was that it was cold outside but no one has control over the weather.”
Wall Street sights, a guided 9/11 Memorial pause, Battery Park Canyon of Heroes, and a round-trip ferry to Lady Liberty.
“Tim was an absolute great tour guide! So informative and even a little comedy on the tour would ask for him again on the same tour! Please share with Tim as he was and made it for our family one of our favorite tours on the trip!”
Pre-book a Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferry with upgrade options for audio or guided history, plus optional 9/11 add-ons.
“The “tour” costs double the price of just going on your own. The only value added is a very short introduction to the history of the statue. Do not bother”
Reserve-line ferry to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with guided storytelling, museum entry, Ellis audio guide, and skyline views for $69.
“James did a great job. He was very friendly, informative and he always made sure we were all together. He had the best spots on the Ferry and also knew the best spots for great pictures.”
Half-day NYC sightseeing by bus plus Staten Island Ferry views—Central Park, Rockefeller Center, 9/11 Memorial pools, and photo stops with live narration.
“Beibg first timers to NYC, i wanted a tour that would give us a great overview of the city. We saw and learned so much. Hit so many iconic sights and loved the walk in Central Park. Our guide was fantastic, answering questions we had about things. Our train connection to the starting point took…”
Walk NYC’s iconic Brooklyn Bridge, stroll scenic Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO, and use an East River Ferry ticket back to Manhattan.
“Garrett was great. Patient knowledgeable and Caring trip was interesting and we had amazing weather as a New Yorker I was surprised. How much new info I learned”
Skip-the-line 9/11 Museum plus ferry tickets to Liberty and Ellis Island, paired with multilingual audio and multiple start times.
“Amazing way to see the history of liberty, freedom and love in New York City. Our tour guide Leanne, was an incredible storyteller, engaging, knowledgeable and exceptionally entertaining. She ensured we had a brilliant time at each element of the tour. She spoke about the history in a very proud and passionate way. For the…”
Prebooked Liberty & Ellis Island express ferry with Battery Park orientation, multilingual audio, and museum entry for an efficient 4-hour visit.
“This company are the most unreliable company they get ur money no service misleading I never ever trust nor believe this company”
Guided walk over Brooklyn Bridge, photo stops in DUMBO, and a complimentary East River Ferry back to Manhattan for skyline views.
“Garrett was the perfect 'NY' host. A born and bred native New Yorker his passion, knowledge and history about his home was second to none. He took across the stunning Brooklyn Bridge filled us with stories of old and new and made us feel confident in new surroundings. So much so we went back in…”
Guided Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO walk with photo stops, plus complimentary East River Ferry tickets back to Manhattan Pier 11.
See Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and Battery Park on a roundtrip ferry with priority boarding and a 13-language audio tour.
“Great experience with a very passionate tour guide. Leanne Littlestone manages to literally make you “live” the places.”
Pre-ferry guided orientation plus priority ferry rides to Liberty and Ellis Islands, with audio options and museum entry for a tight 4-hour loop.
“Jacob was excellent guide & made the trip interesting with his in-depth knowledge of the history of the island and it’s more notable immigrants.”
Guided Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island tour with ferry transfers, headsets, and museum time for a focused half-day NYC history loop.
“Great sites and guide worth the money. Beautiful views of Manhattan along the way. A must trip for tours in New York City.”
Skip the ferry lines with an express roundtrip ticket to Liberty and Ellis Island, plus an orientation tour and flexible times.
“Loved visiting the statue of liberty and Ellis Island ferry tour. Would definitely do it again! Athea was an excellent tour guide!”
From the Aegean to the Andaman, here is every crossing on the site.
