Statue of Liberty and New York City Skyline Sightseeing Cruise

A sightseeing cruise on a yacht styled after the 1920s, following the Hudson River past Manhattan's west side and into New York Harbor for views of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.

This is a boat cruise lasting about 90 minutes on a yacht built in the style of the 1920s. The route runs along the Hudson River, where the west side of Manhattan and its skyline come into view, before the boat heads into New York Harbor. Along the way, passengers pass the Financial District, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.

Passengers can stand on the open bow for views ahead, or stay in the spacious observation cabin, which is glassed in and climate controlled. The two areas let you choose between open-air views and a more sheltered position while the boat moves through the harbor.

The cruise suits visitors passing through New York who want an overview of the skyline and harbor from the water, as well as anyone who prefers a sheltered cabin to the open deck. It is a daytime outing that requires no special preparation beyond a visit to the boat.