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Hudson River Cruise: Iconic NYC Landmarks
4.2
1,523 Ratings
New York
Experience the magic of New York City’s iconic landmarks on our NYC Freedom Liberty Cruise. Sail along the Hudson River, snap a perfect selfie with Lady Liberty, and enjoy the cozy indoor space with a full-service bar. Book now for an unparalleled adventure!
Experience the magic of New York City’s iconic landmarks on our NYC Freedom Liberty Cruise. Sail along the Hudson River, snap a perfect selfie with Lady Liberty, and enjoy the cozy indoor space with a full-service bar. Book now for an unparalleled adventure!
Duration:
1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Statue of Liberty - Capture unforgettable photos, videos, and selfies with Lady Liberty herself from the cruise ship.
- One World Trade Center - Admire the iconic Freedom Tower, a centerpiece of the Lower Manhattan skyline.
- Brooklyn Bridge - Sail under the legendary Brooklyn Bridge. A fantastic chance for photos and videos.
- **Manhattan…
- Statue of Liberty - Capture unforgettable photos, videos, and selfies with Lady Liberty herself from the cruise ship.
- One World Trade Center - Admire the iconic Freedom Tower, a centerpiece of the Lower Manhattan skyline.
- Brooklyn Bridge - Sail under the legendary Brooklyn Bridge. A fantastic chance for photos and videos.
- Manhattan Bridge - Experience the Manhattan Bridge from a fresh perspective. As the journey continues along the river, enjoy breathtaking views of the city skyline and its most famous landmarks. Our knowledgeable guide will share insights into the history and architecture of the Manhattan Bridge, along with fascinating details about the city’s rich culture and heritage.
- Edge NYC - Edge is the tallest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, featuring a unique design. It is suspended in mid-air, offering the sensation of floating in the sky with 360-degree views that are unmatched.
- Hudson Yards - Recently developed from scratch, Hudson Yards on Manhattan’s West Side is a celebration of culture, commerce, and cuisine.
- Ellis Island - Having welcomed over 12 million immigrants to our shores, Ellis Island now stands as a poignant symbol of the American Dream.
- Chelsea Market - Built in the 1890s, Chelsea Market was originally the site of the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) factory complex where the Oreo cookie was invented and produced. Today, Chelsea Market is a world-class food hall, shopping mall, office building, and television production facility located in the Chelsea neighborhood of New York City.
- The High Line - Owned by the City of New York, the High Line is a 1.5-mile-long elevated public park, greenway, and rail trail on the west side of Manhattan.
- Governors Island - Governors Island is a 172-acre island in the heart of New York Harbor. It’s just 800 yards from Lower Manhattan and even closer to Brooklyn.
- Dumbo - Dumbo’s name is an acronym for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass, and the span gives the creatively oriented neighborhood much of its character. Trendy Dumbo’s cobblestone streets and converted Brooklyn warehouse buildings provide a backdrop for independent boutiques, high-end restaurants, and trendy cafes.
- Lower Manhattan - South of 14th Street, Lower Manhattan encompasses diverse areas such as artsy Greenwich Village, hip Tribeca, vibrant Chinatown, and the bustling Financial District. It’s home to the Whitney Museum of American Art, along with One World Trade Center and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
What's Included
- 75-Minute Sightseeing Cruise
- Free Shuttle after the cruise to NYC Iconic Attractions
- WiFi on board
- Restroom on board
- Fuel surcharge
- Landing and facility fees
- 75-Minute Sightseeing Cruise
- Free Shuttle after the cruise to NYC Iconic Attractions
- WiFi on board
- Restroom on board
- Fuel surcharge
- Landing and facility fees
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees/ there is no public parking lot available directly at the pier.
- Alcoholic beverages
- Gratuities
- Parking Fees/ there is no public parking lot available directly at the pier.
Additional Information
There’s no better way to appreciate the most iconic sights of New York City than by voyaging on the Hudson River. From the awe-inspiring Statue of Liberty to the imposing Freedom Tower, our cruise delivers matchless panoramas of the city’s most renowned landmarks.
Once you step on to our tranquil, environment-friendly vessel, the splendor of New York…
There’s no better way to appreciate the most iconic sights of New York City than by voyaging on the Hudson River. From the awe-inspiring Statue of Liberty to the imposing Freedom Tower, our cruise delivers matchless panoramas of the city’s most renowned landmarks.
Once you step on to our tranquil, environment-friendly vessel, the splendor of New York City unfurls before you. Snap an ideal selfie with the Statue of Liberty from our open-air rooftop deck and relish our snug indoor space equipped with a full-service bar and snack bar that’s open all year round. Reserve your spot today for a unique journey through the heart of New York City!
- Free Shuttle Buses after the cruise to Hudson Yards, Empire state Building, Times Square, 42nd street, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Lower Manhattan, Battery Park
Location
455 12th Ave
12th Avenue
We are located at Pier 78 on Hudson River. Enter NY Waterway Terminal/Pier 79 on West 40th and Westside Highway. Walk one minute to Pier 78 on West 38th Street.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(1523 Ratings)
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Elisee_n
Apr 21, 2026
Statue of Liberty tour - An incredible experience, the commentary from Darius was amazing, so knowledgeable and extremely funny, kept us so engaged.
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Mandel_w
Apr 17, 2026
Mist so - Great staff, had summer like weather but went early to beat the heat. Get great views of historic landmarks. Very fun time
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Claudeg857
Apr 16, 2026
Great experience, A must do. - Great experience. Al the person explain on the things was funny and made it enjoyable. And the entire staff was friend from arrival to the end.
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Venessab813
Apr 12, 2026
Excellent Support - Herbie and Jamal are the best support ever. Thier respect, kindness and hospitality was excellent and could not have gotten any better.
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Milton_r
Apr 9, 2026
Funny guide and awesome views - The VIP tour was excellent and the tour guide, Darius as well as the rest of the friendly staff made this experience amazing for me and my lady! 10/10
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Usernamesareuseless
Apr 16, 2026
Good tour. Deceptive sales tactics. - We were heading to the Staton Island Ferry and ran into the sales crew. It was 9:30am and they promised that we’d make the 10:15 cruise, would take one hour, and we’d be dropped off in Times Square afterwards. Since we had a show at 1, this was a good pitch.
Unfortunately it was not the case.
They sold us an 11am ticket, the cruise was 90 minutes, and we were on our own to get to the theater.
To make it worse, as people on the bus (it’s a ride to Pier 78) began talking we were all charged wildly different prices. We were told $35 but were charged $51 (fees/taxes), another group was nearly $100 (cash) each - they spoke very little English and felt tricked. Another couple paid $35 after fees.
We witnessed one sales person unable to give exact change just say “we’ll call it a tip” and pocket their money.
That said.
The tour was good. The boat was clean and really did get close - great photo opportunities. The problem was not the cruise but the highly deceptive sales tactics and outright stealing from guests.
So buy your ticket direct in advance or at the Pier. Don’t fall for it at the SIF terminal.
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Harbourboy44
Apr 27, 2026
No Trip, Others waiting for boat at Pier, Refusing to process any refund - *Horific Experienc, Be ready to lose your money and get no trip.*
I would not book this if I was you. It ruined our only chance we will have of seeing the New York Skyline. The trip did not take place and they took our money and wont process refund. This could be a scam.
We booked our trip for February and arrived on time at the departure area. We had so much time we walked around the full Pier twice. We met 2 other families at the Pier also looking for the boat. I tried ringing the office. I emailed the company but I got no response.
Today April 26th, 62 days later I finally recieved a response not to confirm that they were processing a refund but that they could allow me to re-book with a 15% rescheduling fee.
Do not book this trip unless you have money to throw away
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373madalenew
Apr 23, 2026
Awful - Terrible rude salesman! Got off subway and was confronted by group of their sales men trying to sell us tickets- told them no repeatedly as we know there is a free ferry, yelled at us calling us “stupid fat ladies” when we refused.
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Yomnas988
Apr 18, 2026
Misleading Sales Tactics, Poor Communication, and a Ruined Day — Still Waiting for Refund 4 Months Later! - We purchased tickets from a Big City Tourism sales representative near the Battery on November 28th. When we asked detailed questions about the experience before buying, we were never told that the cruise requires a bus ride first, or that departure times are limited. We were simply assured that staff would walk us to where we needed to be.
That promise was never kept. Instead, we were passed between multiple employees. The last person pointed us vaguely toward a cluster of buildings in the distance with "just hang left" as the only guidance. When I asked for clarification, he was dismissive and borderline rude.
Once we found the right location, staff were yelling at customers trying to queue up — no clear information, and an attitude that felt condescending toward paying adults. When I asked when the cruise was departing, I was told "right now." Twenty minutes later — after one bus had already left — an employee finally told us the next bus would arrive in 13 minutes.
It was only on the bus that we learned the ferry wouldn't depart until 3 PM, meaning we'd still have to wait another 30+ minutes at the pier. With a tight schedule on a one-day trip to New York, we had no choice but to leave without boarding the ferry.
We lost a significant amount of irreplaceable time and received nothing for our tickets.
The worst is yet to come though! I emailed their customer support and asked for a refund. Was promised an update soon. I kept following up over months and every time I was reassured they would be getting back to me. A few days after the 90 day mark, they informed me that their 3rd party agency has not yet responded to my refund request and suggested I file a dispute/chargeback with my bank for a refund. This was conveniently shortly after the dispute window has closed with my bank because they had been leading me on for three months!
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Rta62776
Apr 16, 2026
Scammers! - Scam, don't listen to the people that are writing the good reviews. They most likely are the people that own Big City Tours. I already wrote about the scammers that sold us the ticket. The cab driver was part of it, he brought us directly to the ticket scammers.
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