New York City Skyline and Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise
Overview
New York City Sightseeing Scenic cruise at sunset. Enjoy the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island up close. View of the Manhattan skyline, One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building.Enjoy a panoramic view of lower Manhattan as you pass the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Bridge. Have you photo taken with the Statue of Liberty.
Suits your schedule: Choose between 60-minute and 90-minute departures
What's Included
- Outdoor and indoor seating
- Cash bar on board
- 60- or 90-minute Sunset cruise around New York Harbor
- Cruise New York Harbor, the Hudson River & the East River
- Route within 100 feet of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Music
- Guide with English commentary pointing out landmarks
- Food & drink (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
299 South Street
New York, NY 10002, 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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Manhattan Skyline (pass by)
Wall Street (pass by)
South Street Seaport Historic District (pass by)
Battery Park (pass by)
Statue of Liberty (pass by)
Ellis Island (pass by)
One World Observatory (pass by)
Liberty State Park (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
- The boat used may vary and is subject to change without advance notice.
- The boat is wheelchair accessible for push-wheelchairs but is not able to accommodate electric wheelchairs.
- Please note, this tour does not land at either Liberty Island or Ellis Island
- To purchase or consume alcohol you must be 21+ and have a valid picture ID
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: Will I get seasick on New York City Skyline and Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-195909P2
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Average 3.78 out of 5 stars based on 129 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours 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.
- Cash bar on board.
- 60- or 90-minute Sunset cruise around New York Harbor.
- Cruise New York Harbor, the Hudson River & the East River.
- Route within 100 feet of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.
- Music.
- Guide with English commentary pointing out landmarks.
- Food & drink (available to purchase).
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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 New York City Skyline and Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise is as follows:
- 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 New York City Skyline and Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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
- Cash bar on board
- 60- or 90-minute Sunset cruise around New York Harbor
- Cruise New York Harbor, the Hudson River & the East River
- Route within 100 feet of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Music
- Guide with English commentary pointing out landmarks
- Food & drink (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
- The boat used may vary and is subject to change without advance notice.
- The boat is wheelchair accessible for push-wheelchairs but is not able to accommodate electric wheelchairs.
- Please note, this tour does not land at either Liberty Island or Ellis Island
- To purchase or consume alcohol you must be 21+ and have a valid picture ID
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travelers
