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New York Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise 50 min

TourTruth score 9.6 out of 10

ExceptionalTop 1% in New York City

453 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • New York City
  • 50 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise past Ellis Island and Manhattan landmarks, then pause for photos in front of the Statue of Liberty on this 50-minute trip.

About this tour

See New York’s most iconic landmark without taking a big bite out of your day. This 50-minute New York Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise pairs close-up views of Lady Liberty with a sweeping look at the city’s waterfront skyline.

Settle into an indoor or outdoor viewing area as the boat passes Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, Hudson Yards, Chelsea Piers, and Little Island. The cruise pauses in front of the Statue of Liberty, giving you time to take photos. A live English-language guide accompanies the ride, and the top deck is included at no extra charge. Wi-Fi is available on board, and your ticket also provides access to NY Waterway bus service before and after the cruise.

Board at Pier 78; the main box office is at Pier 79. Choose this New York Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise for an easy, compact way to take in landmark views and make the most of a busy visit. Book your spot and bring your camera.

Highlights

  • Pause in front of the Statue of Liberty for photos
  • Admire Ellis Island and the Manhattan skyline
  • Spot One World Trade Center, Hudson Yards, Chelsea Piers, and Little Island
  • Enjoy indoor and outdoor viewing decks

What's included

Included

  • 50-minute Statue of Liberty cruise
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Access to interior and exterior decks, including the top deck
  • Free NY Waterway bus service before and after the cruise

Not included

  • Food, drinks, and alcoholic beverages available for purchase

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Important information

  • Board at Pier 78; the main box office is at Pier 79
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers and service animals are allowed
  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.99 from 453 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator 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 9.6. Top 1% in New York City means it ranks in the top 1% of tours in New York City by this score.

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