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New York City Ferry Pass, 48 hr

TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10

AverageTop 49% in New York City

1 review · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore New York’s five boroughs with unlimited ferry rides for 48 hours and skyline views from the open-air deck.

About this tour

See New York City from the water with a 48-hour pass for unlimited rides across NYC Ferry’s five boroughs. From the open-air deck, take in the skyline and watch the Brooklyn Bridge rise above the East River.

Choose from 25 stops serving waterfront destinations such as DUMBO, Governors Island, the South Street Seaport, Red Hook, Rockaway Beach, and Williamsburg. Routes pass city landmarks and offer views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens. Between outings, settle into the climate-controlled cabin or connect to free onboard Wi-Fi; snacks and drinks are available to purchase. NYC Ferry typically runs every 15–60 minutes, though boarding is first-come, first-served and capacity can be limited at busy times.

Your pass activates when you scan its QR code before boarding and remains valid for 48 hours. Each pass covers one rider, while children under 44 inches ride free with an adult. NYC Ferry landings and downstairs cabins are ADA-accessible; the top deck is reached by a short stairway. The ferry passes the Statue of Liberty but does not stop there. Make New York City Ferry Pass your flexible way to explore the waterfront, one ride at a time.

Highlights

  • Sail past the Brooklyn Bridge and other waterfront landmarks
  • Admire Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens from the open-air deck
  • Explore destinations across all five boroughs with unlimited rides
  • Relax in a climate-controlled cabin or enjoy the fresh air upstairs
  • Pick up snacks and drinks for purchase on board

What's included

Included

  • Unlimited NYC Ferry rides for 48 hours
  • Access to the open-air top deck and climate-controlled interior cabin
  • Free Wi-Fi on board
  • Children under 44 inches ride free with an adult

Not included

  • Snacks and drinks, available for purchase on board
  • Stop, entrance, or tour at the Statue of Liberty

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Important information

  • Each pass is valid for one rider and activates on its first QR code scan; scan before boarding each vessel
  • Boarding is first-come, first-served, and capacity limits may prevent boarding at busy times; arrive early
  • Service typically runs every 15–60 minutes, 365 days a year, from about 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.; check the NYC Ferry app for schedules and alerts
  • All landings and downstairs cabins are ADA-accessible; the top deck is reached by a short stairway
  • Children under 44 inches may ride free with an adult; groups need a pass for each other rider
  • The pass does not include a stop, entrance, or tour at the Statue of Liberty

Frequently asked questions

How long is the pass valid?

It is valid for 48 hours after its first scan.

How do I activate and use the pass?

Scan the QR code before boarding each vessel. The pass activates on its first scan.

Can children ride for free?

Children under 44 inches may ride free with an adult. Each other rider needs a pass.

Is boarding guaranteed?

No. Boarding is first-come, first-served, and vessels have capacity limits. Arrive early, especially on busy summer weekends.

Does the pass include a Statue of Liberty visit?

No. The ferry passes the Statue of Liberty, but the pass does not include a stop, entrance, or tour.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 5.00 from 1 review. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in New York City
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.1. Top 49% in New York City means it ranks in the top 49% of tours in New York City by this score.

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