Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
Experience the grandeur of New York's skyline on this 1.5-hour highlights cruise. Sit back and relax while you cruise past New York's major sights, and enjoy a close encounter of the best kind with the Statue of Liberty.
Additional Info
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.
Food and drinks are NOT allowed to be brought on board
Our cruise features a live tour guide in English. If you would like a guided tour in another language, please download the free Circle Line Sightseeing App from the Apple App store or Google Play store. Once on the boat you can use the free WiFi to listen or read a guided tour in one of nine languages including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Mandarin, Japanese and Korean. Please bring your own headphones.
What To Expect
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises - Midtown
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.
Options
Landmarks Cruise
What‘s Included
Free Wi-Fi on board
Live narration by Circle Line’s world famous guides (in English)
Download the Circle Line App in 9 different languages (headphones required) See below for more.
Outdoor deck
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Food & Beverages (Available for Purchase Onboard)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,108 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great short trip
934gagen,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience and good value
Great way architecturally...
Lesa P,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way architecturally to see the city. The guide on the boat did a very nice narrative of what we were seeing.
Perfect Tour Experience and Views
Voyager03613560746,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The check-in and boarding process was a breeze. The staff were friendly and helpful and the bathrooms very clean. Our tour guide was fantastic (!!!!!) and offered the right mix of interesting facts and humor. We lucked out with spectacular weather and couldn't have been happier with the tour. Our group included my parents (early 80s) who previously lived in NYC for years and our family (mid 40s) visiting from France. Everyone found the content to be interesting and the views unparalleled.
Book it, it’s FUN!
Shanon P,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! I have been to NYC several times and this is the first time that I have done the cruise. It was super fun, very informative and our tour guide was funny and even sung us a song at the end. It was a really neat experience to see the bridges up close and a unique view of the city; even more awesome was our up close and personal with Lady Liberty!
Great to see things when driving isn’t optimal
Brandy C,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This cruise was amazing. The guide was very knowledgeable. She was fun and factual. The views were so good, great picture opportunities, just be prepared for wind (crazy hair), they left on time, we had plenty of time to take multiple photos at different stages. We had wonderful weather. Take sunscreen of setting on upper deck, we did get burned. They had snacks and beverages for sale. We wanted to do this to see the bridges and Our Lady Liberty things that if you are driving over you really can’t see well. And it was an enjoyable experience for our family.
Worthwhile & Entertaining
shayandthecity,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a very well done, entertaining tour. Our guide was fantastic, giving plenty of good info without being overwhelming. The boat is well-equipped and the route makes for a good view from every seat. No need to pay more for the upgraded seats.
Fantastic View of Manhattan !!
Rosanne S,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have been to NYC several times but I had never done a boat tour. It was time! I purchased the 1.5 hr tour and thankfully it was a beautiful sunny day to see the Manhattan, New Jersey and Brooklyn skylines. It was only about $42 USD. The 2.5 hr tour will take you all around the island of Manhattan, while the 1.5 hr takes you south from pier 83, on the Hudson River, for close ups of the Statue of Liberty, then around lower Manhattan, and then north up the East River a distance to get a great look at the east side of Manhattan and west Brooklyn as you pass under the gorgeous bridges. Chris gave us a fabulous detailed commentary as we motored past stunning architecture. This activity is a must do!
Great way to see the city
Michelle M,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alexis was a great tour guide. Very informative.
Loved everything about my...
Dkwanza S,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved everything about my experience, I would definitely do it again & would also refer it to a friend. It was a beautiful sunny day in NY so I picked the perfect day.
Great tour
Gillman r,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A must do tour for first time visitors to the city!
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