Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour - from Chelsea Piers
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
The ultimate custom sightseeing experience in New York Harbor! Enjoy the city from great vantage points and photograph the world-famous skyline on the same boat media agencies charter to cover breaking news! Our Adventure Sightseeing Tour takes you on an unforgettable ride through the harbor. The narrated tour points out more than 40 sights on the local waterways. You’ll experience the city from unique vantage points, carefully chosen with the photographer’s interest in mind. We’ll bring you within feet of major attractions and create plenty of distance to view the panoramic skyline. Our captains stop the boat at many places along the way to give you the opportunity to take iconic photos. It’s the perfect way to familiarize yourself with the geography of New York City during your visit and a lot of fun for tourists and locals alike!
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our tours run with a minimum of 4 passengers
Minimum age is 4 years; minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Adult pricing applies to all passengers
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to your late arrival
No high heels; flat shoes only
Recommended: Bring sunglasses and your camera!
What To Expect
Little Island
We stop the boat right next to the Little Island so you can see the park from the water.
Financial District
From Hoboken we cross back over to Manhattan and stop right in front of the Financial District and Freedom Tower.
Options
Manhattan Adventure Boat Ride
Duration: 1 hour Boat
What‘s Included
U.S. Coast Guard licensed Captain
Landing and facility fees
TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
Local taxes
Tour-guide/Captain gratuities are not included
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
712 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Manhattan Sight-Seeing Boat Tour - 15Jun2026
kellymL1947IG,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I have traveled around the USA, as well as several tropical spots (Hawaii, Cancun, Dominican Republic, and Costa Rica) since we started vacationing with our two sons in 2004. We've experienced quite a few adventures together over the years (helicopter ride, parasailing, zip-lining, water-rafting, and a variety of low- and high-speed boat rides). The Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour rated as one of the best times we've ever had. Captain Mack did an excellent job explaining the boat's operating and safety instructions; and entertained us with a wealth of historical and fun-fact information throughout the entire one-hour tour around Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Statue of Liberty, and New Jersey. The boat ride itself was fantastic; this baby gets up and goes - definitely got our adrenaline pumping. We all agreed afterwards that the tour was the best thing we did during our visit to New York City. We would highly recommend Captain Mack and the NY Media Boat adventure.
A must do
425sarahi,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an absolutely amazing experience. Captain Mack was brilliant lots of fun but very informative . The boat ride was a thrill, didn’t get wet, got so close to the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge and what a view of the Manhattan skyline (and Brooklyn and Jersey). We have some awesome photos now! We went with 12 year old and 14 year old. They’ve both said it was the best thing they’ve done in New York (and we’ve done a lot). Well worth every penny.! Would recommend to anyone coming to NYC!
Amazing!!
Donna R,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience!! FUN and informative! Bryant was awesome!! Highly recommend this experience for families visiting NYC.
Really excellent
I8190KCemmat,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This boat tour was excellent. Bryant was our boat operator/guide. He was he genuinely friendly and very knowledgeable. We felt safe on the boat but it was fast and fun. I can’t imagine a better way to get amazing views of the most important spots on Manhattan from the water. It was such a pleasure! Thanks Bryant and NY Media Boat!
Family of 5 in NYC (7 yr old and teenagers)
Adam B,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an incredible experience! 4 nights in NYC and the kids ranked this #1! Bryant was great…kind, fun, and extremely knowledgeable! Giving us the facts and answering all of our questions. If you have time, don’t miss this! It was awesome!
Awesome
robcF6410CK,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was recommended by a friend and we’re so glad we took their recommendation. The tour was excellent from start to finish with so much to see and was great to be able to see the NY skyline and landmarks from the water! Captain Bryant was informative and explained the history and significance of each landmark. He really made the tour enjoyable and we got some great pics we will cherish forever. Absolutely worthy of the accolade of the top rated boat tour in NYC! Totally recommend!!!
Great Boat Tour!
candacew620,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was fabulous, especially if you enjoy a little adventure. I had hoped to score one of the front two seats, but it was still exhilarating and Captain Bryant was super knowledgeable and fun. Well worth it!
Best thing we did in NYC
Stefanie D,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was the best thing we did while visiting NYC! Bryant, our driver and guide, was so nice and very informative. The boat was so fun! We zipped all around Manhattan seeing the sites from the water. The best views in the city. I have already made family coming later this year book their tour!
The best tour of Manhattan on a boat
jamescorrederah,May 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Captain Mac was awesome. He showed us the best views of NYC from the rivers. The acceleration of the power motors made the ride exhilarating!
Super fun excursion!
johannakY7070PH,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was well worth the money. I accidentally bought tickets for the wrong date and didn't realize it until minutes before boarding time that the day I had chosen had come and gone. Captain Mac was extremely accommodating and went out of his way to fit me onto another excursion later that day. Super exciting way to see the city- blows away seeing the sights by a ferry! Book it!
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