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Great way to see city
Such a good way to see the layout of the city and surrounding areas. This was our first trip to New York and we loved hearing the stories and the insight of how the city has changed over the years. We would highly recommend!!
Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- New York City
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 3,628 reviews
- Languages
- DE, DE, KO, KO
- Group
- Small group, up to 600
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
- Meeting point
- Departure PointTour departs from Pier 83, New YorkAddressCircle Line Sightseeing CruisesPier 83 West 42nd StreetNew York, NY 10019
Description
The first, the original, the iconic Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises. Visitors’ #1 choice for sightseeing cruises in New York. With over 80 million passengers and counting, forget the rest and choose the best for your visit. Circle Line offers the largest fleet of sightseeing vessels with the largest boats. Comfortable seating with lots of legroom and outdoor and indoor space for the best views of the New York skyline. Sit back and unwind on a relaxing two and a half hour cruise around Manhattan Island. You'll see all the sights on the only New York cruise to circumnavigate Manhattan in its entirety. Choose between two ticket types: Cruise with Standard Seating which includes general admission boarding and seating available on the outdoor deck or inside the temperature-controlled cabin. Cruise with Premium Seating which includes advanced boarding and exclusive indoor seating area in the temperature-controlled cabin with premium-cushioned seating.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $35
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $27
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Part entertainer, part historian, your knowledgeable tour guide brings New York's breathtaking sights and fascinating history to life. Beverages, food and souvenirs are available for purchase on board.
Empire State Building
See New York's most iconic building along with several other notable buildings that make the Manhattan skyline unforgettable.
Statue of Liberty
One of the highlights of the cruise. Lady Liberty stands in NY Harbor as a beacon of freedom. Get your up-close as our boats pause at several points around Liberty Island so guests can get the perfect snap. It's a bucket list moment.
Hudson Yards
Home to attractions like Edge, City Climb and The Vessel, Hudson Yards is Manhattan's newest neighborhood on the west side.
Little Island
New York's newest park rises up from the Hudson River's west side. These sculptural, flower like pillars connect to create a unique greenspace like no other.
One World Trade Center
One World Trade Center, also known as One World Trade, One WTC, and formerly the Freedom Tower is the main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan. One World Trade Center is the tallest building in the United States, the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere, and the seventh-tallest in the world.
Ellis Island
New York's historic immigration center will forever be a part of the city's immense history.
Governors Island
A former Army post and Coast Guard installation, this island has been re-imagined as a public park in New York Harbor.
South Street Seaport Historic District
This historic district has been reborn and revitalized offering new dining and shopping experiences.
Brooklyn Bridge
Your cruise takes you sailing down the Hudson, around Battery Park, up the East River, past the South Street Seaport and under the Brooklyn Bridge.
Chrysler Building
Classic Art Deco architecture, the building dons gargoyles that depict car ornaments and a spire modeled on a radiator grille.
Yankee Stadium
In its 100+ year history, Yankee Stadium, the 'cathedral of baseball,' has hosted over 6,800 Yankees regular season home games.
George Washington Bridge
The world’s busiest suspension bridge spans the Hudson River and carries over 103 million vehicles per year.
United Nations Headquarters
See the building where representatives from around the globe meet to discuss the world's top issues.
What's included
Included
Free Wi-Fi on board
Live narration by Circle Line’s world-famous guides (in English)
2.5 hour Sightseeing Cruise
Download the Circle Line App in 9 different languages (headphones required) See below for more.
Outdoor deck
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Not included
Food & Beverages (Available for Purchase Onboard)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
3,628 reviews
How it compares in New York City
- No. 14 by number of reviews among 2,445 tours in New York City
- Starting price $35 is 42% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,445 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For children/infants under the age of 3, please ask at the box office for an infant ticket; it is free of charge.
- Please arrive at least 30-minutes prior to the departure time for boarding.
- Outside food and drinks are NOT allowed to be brought on board
- Non-English-speaking guests can now make the most of their cruise with the free Circle Line Sightseeing app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. The app lets you follow along with a guided tour in your language, including Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. Be sure to bring your own headphones, as headsets aren't provided. Download the app today and enjoy exploring New York City like never before!
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise take?
Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 14 stops.
How much does Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise cost?
Prices start at $35 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $27, adults from $35.
Can I cancel Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Departure Point: Tour departs from Pier 83, New York. Address: Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises. Pier 83 West 42nd Street. New York, NY 10019. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Circle Line: 2.5hr - Complete Manhattan Island Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in DE, DE, KO, KO, PT, PT, JA, JA, EN, EN, ZH-CN, ZH-CN, IT, IT, FR, FR, ES, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 600 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap For children/infants under the age of 3, please ask at the box office for an infant ticket; it is free of charge.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Reviews(3,628)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
J
Great way to see the city
UN week, high tides and no issues. We were able to see the complete tour although they were concerned due to the weather. Our guide Andy, was informative and entertaining. He points out all the sites and shares history and stories about each. They also turn around at the statue of liberty so you can get pics. We paid for the premiere seats which gave us a brochure and comfortable seats and free snacks and water-I’d pay the extra for that
S
Brilliant trip.
Great trip, plenty of room on the boat to take photos and chill. Sailed right by the Statue of Liberty and then round the whole of Manhatten Island.
J
Guide talked too fast couldn’t understand about half.
I told him I couldn’t understand half of what he was saying, talked too fast. Poor mom. He said it’s not his fault the boats too fast. Ridiculous
W
Today the trip went...
Today the trip did not go around Manhattan. I do not know why. The trip went to the UN building and then back to Harlem.
W
Do it!
Awesome cruise. We are so glad we went all the way around the island. We saw things we never would have
P
Alexis was amazing
We were lucky to have Alexis as our guide, she was informative, funny and talented. When she sang the Star Spangled Banner at the Statue of Liberty it was an amazing experience. I have lived on Long Island my entire life, and had never done this trip. So glad we did, the weather was perfect and it was great seeing Manhattan in a whole new way.
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C
Great Tour- just needs a little Change in Presentation
Ok-I’m going to be very honest here. The boat trip was wonderful - it was a gorgeous day and was very comfortable sitting in the fresh air looking at NYC from the river. Andy, the guide, seemed like a really nice guy. He tried to be funny a lot- I don’t think it was appreciated especially since there were a lot of people present for whom English was not their primary language. I think he should stick to the tour-not about himself and where his family came from, etc. he talked very quickly and a lot- a few short breaks. We wanted to know what we were looking at and some history. He did provide that - speaking very fast and not giving people time to find exactly what he was referring to on the shore. Like I said, he seemed very nice and I hate to write this but think he needs to hear it. I do highly recommend this tour. I took this trip about 10 years ago and enjoyed it so I brought my friends on it. We all agreed Andy has to slow down, talk less, and keep it all about what we are seeing.
E
Great NYC experience!
We took the 2.5 hour tour on a beautiful Saturday at 1:30. Our tour guide, Andy, was so knowledgeable, interesting and funny! We learned so much about the island we would've never learned on our own. The only bad part was a family next to us talked constantly! However, for a tourist or a NY'er that wants to learn new things, this is some of the best money you could spend.
C
Great trip for us
The boat and crew were all very nice …the narrator was very informed and interesting. Boat was very clean and well organized
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