Step off the Staten Island Ferry and explore St. George with a licensed guide on this compact, 1‑hour walking tour. Discover civic architecture, waterfront history and finish with a classic New York slice.
Step off the Staten Island Ferry and explore St. George with a licensed guide on this compact, 1‑hour walking tour. Discover civic architecture, waterfront history and finish with a classic New York slice.
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Operated by Staten Island Discovery Tours · Staten Island, New York
You step off the Staten Island Ferry and the harbor exhales — salt on the air, the skyline trimmed in a slow-moving ferry wake, and the St. George waterfront unfurling ahead. The tour begins at the corner of Wall Street and Richmond Terrace, tucked behind the baseball stadium, where a local guide points out Empire Outlets and the low-slung civic buildings that mark the neighborhood’s edge.
easy.
1 hour.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves standing and walking short distances over city sidewalks
Meet on the corner of Wall Street and Richmond Terrace in front of the baseball stadium, behind 75 Richmond Terrace near Empire Outlets; look for the guide or ticket booth on the waterfront.
The Staten Island Ferry is free to ride; passengers typically board from Manhattan’s South Ferry terminal and disembark at St. George.
Yes — routes are described as wheelchair- and stroller-accessible; contact the operator with special requirements when booking.
The tour operator asks for dietary requirements during booking; notify them in advance so they can accommodate alternatives where possible.
St. George developed as Staten Island’s civic and ferry gateway in the 19th and early 20th centuries, with landmarks like the St. George Theatre (opened 1929) reflecting the borough’s entertainment history.
The North Shore waterfront faces erosion and sea-level pressures; local groups focus on shoreline resilience and reducing litter to protect marine habitat.
Staten Island Discovery Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




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