Circle Line: 2hr - New York City Harbor Lights Cruise

4.4 (3,051 reviews) New York City, USA
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 600 travelers

Overview

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.

Take an evening New York City Harbor Lights cruise and, when seasons allow, bask in the glow of the setting sun and glistening harbor lights. While listening to an entertaining and informative tour commentary, sip your favorite drink and watch the City of New York light up for the night.

What's included

  • 2-hour Sightseeing Cruise
  • Indoor & Outdoor Seating
  • Live narration by Circle Line’s world-famous guides (in English)
  • Complimentary High-Speed Wi-Fi onboard
  • Bathrooms on board
  • Download the Circle Line App in 9 different languages (Headphones required) See below for more.
  • Food & Beverages (Available for Purchase Onboard)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Brooklyn Bridge
    Pass by
    You'll enjoy dazzling skyline views of Manhattan on this 2-hour cruise. From the Statue of Liberty to the Brooklyn Bridge, New York's landmarks are especially memorable when lit up at night. Beverages, food, and souvenirs are available for purchase onboard.
  2. Statue of Liberty
    Pass by
    Absorb stunning views of the floodlit Statue of Liberty.
  3. Manhattan Skyline
    Pass by
    Soak in the panoramas of Manhattan's illuminated skyscrapers.
  4. Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises - Midtown
    Pass by
    Savor unobstructed views of New York City from deck.
  5. New York Harbor
    Pass by
    Drink in stellar views of the harbor's lights and sights.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Departure Point: Tour departs from Pier 83, New York
Address: Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
Pier 83 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10019
Directions: • Exchange your voucher for a boarding pass at the Circle Line Ticket WindowDIRECTIONS
By Subway (Metro):
• 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, A, C, E, N, or R train to Times Square 42nd Street
• B, D, F, or Q train to 5th Avenue and 42nd Street,
• 4, 5, or 6 train to 42nd Street Grand Central Station
• All options are approximately 15-25 minute walk to the pierBy Bus:
• Take the west-bound M42 or M50 bus and get off at the last stop 42nd Street and 12th AvenueBy Car::
• From George Washington Bridge, Westchester or Connecticut: Take the Henry Hudson Parkway (Route 9A), go south to West 43rd Street. Make a right at 43rd Street to Pier 83
• From Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey: Upon exiting the tunnel, follow uptown signs on Dyer Avenue to the 3rd light. Turn left onto 42nd Street. Turn right on 11th Avenue and turn left on 43rd Street. Go straight on 43rd Street to Pier 83
• From Midtown Tunnel, Queens and Long Island: Take 2nd Avenue downtown to 34th Street. Right on 34th Street to 10th Avenue. Turn right on 10th Avenue and left on 43rd Street. Go straight on 43rd Street to Pier 83
Dates: Daily
Return point: Returns to original departure point

End point

Departure Point: Tour departs from Pier 83, New York
Address: Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
Pier 83 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10019
Directions: • Exchange your voucher for a boarding pass at the Circle Line Ticket WindowDIRECTIONS
By Subway (Metro):
• 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, A, C, E, N, or R train to Times Square 42nd Street
• B, D, F, or Q train to 5th Avenue and 42nd Street,
• 4, 5, or 6 train to 42nd Street Grand Central Station
• All options are approximately 15-25 minute walk to the pierBy Bus:
• Take the west-bound M42 or M50 bus and get off at the last stop 42nd Street and 12th AvenueBy Car::
• From George Washington Bridge, Westchester or Connecticut: Take the Henry Hudson Parkway (Route 9A), go south to West 43rd Street. Make a right at 43rd Street to Pier 83
• From Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey: Upon exiting the tunnel, follow uptown signs on Dyer Avenue to the 3rd light. Turn left onto 42nd Street. Turn right on 11th Avenue and turn left on 43rd Street. Go straight on 43rd Street to Pier 83
• From Midtown Tunnel, Queens and Long Island: Take 2nd Avenue downtown to 34th Street. Right on 34th Street to 10th Avenue. Turn right on 10th Avenue and left on 43rd Street. Go straight on 43rd Street to Pier 83
Dates: Daily
Return point: Returns to original departure point

Additional information

  • 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.
  • Guests need to arrive at least 30-minutes prior to departure for boarding.
  • 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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