New York Liberty Enlightening Tour

Experience the magic of New York City’s iconic landmarks on our NYC Freedom Liberty Cruise. Sail along the Hudson River, snap a perfect selfie with Lady Liberty, and enjoy the cozy indoor space with a full-service bar. Book now for an unparalleled adventure!

Duration: 1 hour, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Statue of Liberty - Capture unforgettable photos, videos, and selfies with Lady Liberty from the cruise ship.
  • One World Trade Center - Admire the iconic Freedom Tower, a highlight of the Lower Manhattan skyline.
  • Brooklyn Bridge - Sail under the legendary Brooklyn Bridge, perfect for photos and videos.
  • Manhattan Bridge - Experience the Manhattan Bridge from a fresh perspective. As we journey along the river, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the city skyline and its famous landmarks. Our knowledgeable guide will share the history and architecture of the Manhattan Bridge, along with fascinating insights into the city’s rich culture and heritage.
  • Edge NYC - Edge is the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere, featuring a unique design. It’s suspended in mid-air, giving you the sensation of floating with 360-degree views you won’t find anywhere else.
  • Hudson Yards - Recently developed from scratch, Hudson Yards on Manhattan’s West Side is a hub of culture, commerce, and cuisine.
  • Ellis Island - Having welcomed over 12 million immigrants, Ellis Island now stands as a poignant symbol of the American Dream.
  • Chelsea Market - Built in the 1890s, Chelsea Market was originally the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) factory where the Oreo cookie was created. Today, it is a world-class food hall, shopping mall, office building, and TV production facility in New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood.
  • The High Line - Owned by the City of New York, the High Line is a 1.5-mile elevated public park, greenway, and rail trail on Manhattan’s west side.
  • Governors Island - Governors Island is a 172-acre island in New York Harbor, just 800 yards from Lower Manhattan and even closer to Brooklyn.
  • Dumbo - Dumbo stands for Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass, and the bridge gives this creative neighborhood much of its character. Trendy Dumbo features cobblestone streets and converted Brooklyn warehouses, housing independent boutiques, upscale restaurants, and chic cafes.
  • Lower Manhattan - South of 14th Street, Lower Manhattan includes diverse areas like artsy Greenwich Village, hip Tribeca, vibrant Chinatown, and the bustling Financial District. It’s home to the Whitney Museum of American Art, One World Trade Center, and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
What's Included
  • Complimentary WiFi on board
  • Free shuttle service post-cruise to iconic NYC attractions
  • Onboard restroom facilities
  • Fuel surcharge included
  • All landing and facility fees covered
  • Enjoy a 75-minute sightseeing cruise
What's Not Included
  • Available to purchase
  • Gratuities
  • Parking Fees/ there is no public parking lot available directly at the pier.
Additional Information

There’s no better way to appreciate the most iconic sights of New York City than by voyaging on the Hudson River. From the awe-inspiring Statue of Liberty to the imposing Freedom Tower, our cruise delivers matchless panoramas of the city’s most renowned landmarks.

Once you step on to our tranquil, environment-friendly vessel, the splendor of New York City unfurls before you. Snap an ideal selfie with the Statue of Liberty from our open-air rooftop deck and relish our snug indoor space equipped with a full-service bar and snack bar that’s open all year round. Reserve your spot today for a unique journey through the heart of New York City!

  • Free Shuttle Buses after the cruise to Hudson Yards, Empire state Building, Times Square, 42nd street, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, Lower Manhattan, Battery Park
Location
455 12th Ave
12th Avenue
We are located at Pier 78 on Hudson River. Enter NY Waterway Terminal/Pier 79 on West 40th and Westside Highway. Walk one minute to Pier 78 on West 38th Street.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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C5121yyrolandom
Sep 2, 2024
Ferry to Statue of Liberty - Excellent tour. Our tour guide Michael, had an amazing attitude and showed a lot of interest for everyone to enjoy the tour.
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Yanelis_r
Aug 28, 2024
Statue of Liberty on Hutson River - Bruce was amazing and fill us up pretty good on information about our NYC. It was a great trip. Really enjoyed it and my fam as well.
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Fearless40644329686
Aug 27, 2024
Big City Tourism - Tour was amazing! Tour guide (Michael) did an amazing job! 38 years experience was a plus! He made the experience wonderful! Thank you Michael and Big City Tourism 🙏
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Kim_k
Aug 24, 2024
Great experience - An awesome experience. We had fun and got good pictures of statu of liberty. The tour guide was great. I will definitely recommend this cruise to anyone.
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Haleyf678
Aug 21, 2024
Best NYC Tour - The whole tour way more than I expected! Michael was an excellent tour guide. Best money we spent in NYC! Would definitely recommend this to anyone going.
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Q2428cyantoniop
Aug 21, 2024
A wonderful tour! - We had a wonderful time on the cruise! It was amazing, my family and me had the chance to see all of New York on a guided tour. Our guide Micheal entertained us making the trip pleasant and very fun. 100% would recommend it!
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Neal_b
Aug 21, 2024
Great trip - Liberty Statue it was a great trip except for the tidal wave!!!! Only knock 24 people off the boat! The sharks were hungry that day! But by time they finished the buffet they were full.
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Maria_t
Sep 3, 2024
Great Tour - Great way to get an overview of the Manhattan skyline & Brooklyn. Tour guide shared lots of interesting facts and figures and kept the passengers engaged.
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351andreb
Aug 18, 2024
Scam / Vendor never told us that we would have to take a bus from Financial District to MidTown. We were with 2 kids - If you value your time, money, and sanity, steer clear of Big City Tourism. My experience was a complete fiasco, marked by misleading sales tactics and a convoluted refund process that has yet to be resolved. To start, the tour involved an unexpected and inconvenient transfer by bus to a distant pier—a critical detail omitted by the vendor prior to purchase. Despite expressing our displeasure immediately and requesting a refund, the process has been anything but straightforward. The vendor directed us to request the refund over the phone, a process complicated by unresponsive customer service. Following multiple calls, emails, and even a complaint to my credit card company, the issue remains unresolved. Each interaction with Big City's customer service, while polite, has been unhelpful, as they repeatedly deflect responsibility to third-party resellers and fail to take any meaningful action. What’s worse, they have the audacity to suggest booking directly through their website in future— as if a repeat booking would be on anyone's mind after such a dreadful experience. The company’s inability to handle a simple refund request efficiently shows a lack of respect for customers and incompetence at basic customer service tasks. Their team is quick to apologize but slow to act, leaving customers in a never-ending loop of frustration. To anyone considering using Big City Tourism, I suggest looking elsewhere unless you have the time and patience to deal with potential issues that may never be resolved. This company has shown a blatant disregard for customer satisfaction and transparency.
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Yoavp2016
Aug 16, 2024
Scammers ! Get away from - Scammers! Beware when you exit the train station. They will tell you lies there are no boats now. That the free ferry is very far. That the free ferry is not passing next to statue Of liberty and charge for this $50
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