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A 45-minute express yacht cruise departs Pier 36 and takes you within about 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Fast, informative narration and indoor/outdoor seating make this a compact waterfront experience ideal for travelers short on time.
A 45-minute express yacht cruise departs Pier 36 and takes you within about 100 feet of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Fast, informative narration and indoor/outdoor seating make this a compact waterfront experience ideal for travelers short on time.
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You push through the press of city air onto the dock and the East River takes hold — a brisk current that dares you to keep up with the skyline. The yacht slips from Pier 36, gliding beneath the ribs of the Brooklyn Bridge; glass and steel recede while rust-streaked piers and ferry wakes trace a path toward Liberty Island.
easy.
45 minutes.
Minimal — suitable for most fitness levels; involves standing and walking short distances on the pier and boat
Boarding is at Pier 36, Dock 0; the boat is docked behind the Pier 36 building and accessed from either side of the structure.
No — this is a sightseeing express cruise that passes close to the islands but does not stop for disembarkation.
Yes — the cruise and boarding areas are listed as wheelchair and stroller accessible; contact the operator in advance for special assistance.
Yes — there is a full cash bar with snacks and drinks available for purchase during the 45-minute cruise.
The cruise routes you past Ellis Island — the U.S. immigration gateway for millions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries — and under bridges built during New York’s industrial expansion.
Stay on designated areas of the vessel and avoid discarding trash overboard; New York Harbor benefits from ongoing cleanup efforts and volunteer stewardship.
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