Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise
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4.5/5
Based on 1,132 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise worth booking?
Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise is a 1.5-hour experience in New York, United States, from $26 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 1,132 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (1,132)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $26 per person
The first, the original, the iconic Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises. Visitors’ #1 choice for sightseeing cruises in New York. With over 80 million passengers and counting, forget the rest and choose the best for your vis
What you get
About this experience
The first, the original, the iconic Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises. Visitors’ #1 choice for sightseeing cruises in New York. With over 80 million passengers and counting, forget the rest and choose the best for your visit. Circle Line offers the largest fleet of sightseeing vessels with the largest boats. Comfortable seating with lots of legroom and outdoor and indoor space for the best views of the New York skyline. Experience the grandeur of New York's skyline on this 1.5-hour highlights cruise. Sit back and relax while you cruise past New York's major sights, and enjoy a close encounter of the best kind with the Statue of Liberty.
What's included
Included
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- Live narration by Circle Line’s world famous guides (in English)
- Download the Circle Line App in 9 different languages (headphones required) See below for more.
- Outdoor deck
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- On-board restrooms
Not included
- Food & Beverages (Available for Purchase Onboard)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises - Midtown
Part entertainer, part historian, your knowledgeable tour guide brings New York's breathtaking sights and fascinating history to life. Beverages, food and souvenirs are available for purchase on board.
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Empire State Building
See New York's most iconic building along with several other notable buildings that make the Manhattan skyline unforgettable.
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Statue of Liberty
One of the highlights of the cruise. Lady Liberty stands in NY Harbor as a beacon of freedom. Get your up-close as our boats pause at several points around Liberty Island so guests can get the perfect snap. It's a bucket list moment.
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Hudson Yards
New York's newest neighborhood along the west side of Manhattan featuring The Vessel - a unique sculptural structure designed by Thomas Heatherwick
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Little Island
New York's newest park rises up from the Hudson River's west side. These sculptural, flower like pillars connect to create a unique greenspace like no other.
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One World Trade Center
See the iconic building and appreciate it's grandeur from the water. This is the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere.
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Ellis Island
New York's historic immigration center will forever be a part of the city's immense history.
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Brooklyn Bridge
Your cruise takes you sailing down the Hudson, around Battery Park, up the East River, past the South Street Seaport and under the Brooklyn Bridge.
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South Street Seaport Historic District
This historic district has been reborn and revitalized offering new dining and shopping experiences.
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United Nations Headquarters
See the building where representatives from around the globe meet to discuss the world's top issues.
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Governors Island
A former Army post and Coast Guard installation, this island has been re-imagined as a public park in New York Harbor.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Pier 83
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Pier 83
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ko, pt, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For children/infants under the age of 3, please ask at the box office for an infant ticket; it is free of charge.
- Please arrive at least 30-minutes prior to the departure time for boarding.
- Outside food and drinks are NOT allowed to be brought on board
- Our cruise features a live tour guide in English. If you would like a guided tour in another language, please download the free Circle Line Sightseeing App from the Apple App store or Google Play store. Once on the boat you can use the free WiFi to listen or read a guided tour in one of nine languages including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Mandarin, Japanese and Korean. Please bring your own headphones.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,132 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
1,132 verified traveler reviews for Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Loads of fun
Perfect experience! Great information and scenery while making an out and back trip of New York Harbor.
via Tripadvisor
A must for tourists trip to NYC
Great trip and saw everything needed to see in NYC Up close to Statue of Liberty Informative throughout the tour
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
Debbie was awesome and the cruise did a great job of showing the landmarks of NYC. Perfect for a family that had seniors and young kids … we got up close views of the Statue of Liberty, Empire State and many historic landmarks … highly recommend
via Tripadvisor
Fun on the Hudson
Fun and a very nice relaxing experience. Kids and visitors loved the view. We had great weather and the crew was nice too.
via Viator
Nice tour to sightsee.
Great experience. On time and good location at Pier from Midtown NY. Only issue was guide mic kept going in and out which made it difficult to follow Deb's commentary. Would recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $26 to $45
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 396
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $26 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 1,132 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise?
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Around 396 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Circle Line: 1.5hr - New York City Landmarks Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Grand Canyon VIP Helicopter Tour, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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