AIANY Climate Change Tour in New York

4.9 (17 reviews) New York City, USA
Duration2h 45m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 80 travelers

Overview

The best way to understand the many facets of climate change in New York City is by traveling along its waterways! Step aboard a classic 1920s-style yacht for the AIANY Climate Change Tour: Resiliency, Sustainable Architecture and the Future of NYC and learn about how climate change is affecting our city and people, and the actions NYC is taking to mitigate pending threats and reduce its carbon footprint.

This tour will address the pressing need for sustainable design and greater resiliency, delving into how New York City is reducing fossil fuel consumption, strengthening its natural habitats, and reimagining its transportation infrastructure. The tour will also explore the importance of the environmental justice movement in New York City.

Options

Communal Section Seating

Seating Assigned: Section seating shared with others (1-6 guests)

Private Section Seating

Seating Assigned: Private section table seating for 2-8 guests

What's included

  • One complimentary beverage included
  • Narration by a member of the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter
  • Elegant tables assigned. Choose private section seating or communal section seating at checkout
  • Food selections available for purchase. If bringing food please keep to a light snack
  • Gratuity is not included in the price of your cruise, but recommended

What to expect

  1. Financial District
    Pass by
    We will cruise by green buildings, sustainable parks, renewable energy sites, post-Superstorm Sandy flood walls and resiliency measures, recycling plants and the future home of an offshore wind turbine assembly pier
  2. Statue of Liberty
    Pass by
    Pass by the Statue of Liberty in NY Harbor and continue on this tour that circumnavigates Manhattan
  3. Ellis Island
    Pass by
    See Ellis Island from the water
  4. South Street Seaport Museum
    Pass by
    We will cruise by green buildings, sustainable parks, renewable energy sites, post-Superstorm Sandy flood walls and resiliency measures, recycling plants and the future home of an offshore wind turbine assembly pier
  5. United Nations Headquarters
    Pass by
    Pass by the United Nations building along the East River
  6. John V. Lindsay East River Park
    Pass by
    Cruise by East River Park as the guide points out insights along the way
  7. Inwood
    Pass by
    Cruise by the neighborhood of Inwood during this cruise
  8. Riverside Park
    Pass by
    Cruise along the water and pass by Riverside Park in the Hudson River
  9. Roosevelt Island
    Pass by
    Pass by Roosevelt Island

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We're located at the northernmost end of the Chelsea Piers Complex, at Pier 62. Our ticket booth is located at the corner of Pier 62 at the Hudson River, just steps away from our dock.

End point

We're located at the northernmost end of the Chelsea Piers Complex, at Pier 62. Our ticket booth is located at the corner of Pier 62 at the Hudson River, just steps away from our dock.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guarantee of a full circumnavigation of Manhattan is not included. On rare occasions, the Spuyten Duyvil train bridge is inoperable and cannot open for us to pass through. This is often times not known until our tour is underway. River closures may also occur for a number of reasons. There are no refunds for tours that cannot fully circumnavigate. We will accommodate such cases with a tour that features a double backing of the route and further detail of the waterfront sites
  • Service animals are permitted; Emotional Support animals and pets are not permitted
  • Please coordinate with the operator in advance if assistance is required for boarding or if you have any questions about general accessibility. Accessibility varies by boat
  • Not for children under 12 years due to this cruise being a heavily-narrated tour experience. We recommend families to join us on Statue & Skyline tours, day sails or any other minimally narrated day time event
  • This cruise is a heavily-narrated tour experience. It's for those seeking an informative, exciting, and content-rich trip. We require guest conversations to be kept to a reasonable level so that narration can be heard by all
  • Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator

Cancellation policy

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

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