--- title: 50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 23 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.99 reviews: 417 duration_minutes: 50 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 2 of 22 (Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/50-minute-nyc-statue-of-liberty-scenic-cruise/ --- # 50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise In our comparison: #2 of 22 in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview This quick cruise around the Statue of Liberty is the fastest way to see New York’s most iconic landmark. Guests will also see One World Trade Center, Hudson Yards, Chelsea Piers, Little Island Park and Ellis Island. The highlight of course is when the boat pauses in front of Lady Liberty for everyone to take an unforgettable picture. This is a perfect cruise for visitors with a busy itinerary or anyone wanting a quick way to glimpse the Statue of Liberty and enjoy some of NYC’s breathtaking skyline. New York’s premier transportation company, serving over 3 million commuters yearly, now offers a best-in-class sightseeing experience. We invite you to experience a sightseeing cruise operated by one of the most trusted brands in New York. Set sail on ultra-modern boats with a licensed tour guide, indoor and outdoor viewing areas - all at a budget-friendly price. As a bonus, access free buses here: https://services.saucontds.com/tds-map/nywmenu.htm/?mapId=1804&companyLocationId=8004453 ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please note that main box office is Pier… - 4 start times: between 10:00 and 17:00 - Food not included: Food, drinks and alcoholic beverages… - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €23 per person - Duration: 50m - Rating: 4.99/5 from 417 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: NY Waterway Harbor Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00, 13:30, 14:30, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.99 from 417 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 416 of 417. - 5 stars: 415 (100%) - 4 stars: 1 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (0%) ## What's included - Free bus: https://services.saucontds.com/tds-map/nywmenu.htm/?mapId=1804&companyLocationId=8004453 - WiFi on board - 50-Minute Statue of Liberty Cruise - Interior and exterior decks - Top deck included - no extra charge - Every ticket purchase allows guest to use the NY Waterway Bus Service for free before and after the cruise. Multiple routes with frequent pick-ups and drop-offs. ## Not included - Food, drinks and alcoholic beverages available for purchase ## Itinerary 1. **Hudson Yards** (pass by, no stop) - New York's newest neighborhood on the West Side 2. **Edge NYC** (pass by, no stop) - New York's highest outdoor observatory 3. **The Vessel** (pass by, no stop) - An experiential sculpture in Hudson Yards 4. **Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex** (pass by, no stop) - NY Sports & Entertainment complex 5. **Little Island** (pass by, no stop) - A public park and sculptural structure. 6. **One World Trade Center** (pass by, no stop) - The Western Hemisphere's tallest building 7. **Statue of Liberty** (pass by, no stop) - The United States' most famous statue and iconic landmark 8. **Ellis Island** (pass by, no stop) - Served as the nation's premier immigration station from 1892 to 1954 9. **Governors Island** (pass by, no stop) - A 172-acre, year-round island destination in New York Harbor ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00, 13:30, 14:30, 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please note that main box office is Pier 79 and the boarding takes place at Pier 78. Viator ticket holders may go directly to Pier 78. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - 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 ## Compared with other Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 22** | €23 | 50 min | 4.99 (417) | shared | | [Private Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour](/usa/new-york/tours/private-statue-of-liberty-and-ellis-island-tour-2/?format=md) | €295 | 2h | 4.97 (868) | private | | [Statue of Liberty Speedboat Tour - from Chelsea Piers](/usa/new-york/tours/statue-of-liberty-speedboat-tour-from-chelsea-piers/?format=md) | €54 | 30 min | 4.97 (195) | shared | | [Hard Hat Tour of the Abandoned Ellis Island Hospital Complex](/usa/new-york/tours/hard-hat-tour-of-the-abandoned-ellis-island-hospital-complex/?format=md) | €60 | 1h 30m | 4.94 (242) | shared | Ranked #2 of 22 in Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €295, median €60; typical length 2h. 4 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/statue-of-liberty-tours/?format=md ## More in New York - All New York tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/50-minute-nyc-statue-of-liberty-scenic-cruise/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md