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

Overview
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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.
Not included
- Food & Beverages (Available for Purchase Onboard)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
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
Itinerary
- 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.
- Absorb stunning views of the floodlit Statue of Liberty.
- Soak in the panoramas of Manhattan's illuminated skyscrapers.
- Savor unobstructed views of New York City from deck.
- Drink in stellar views of the harbor's lights and sights.
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
- 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.
Before you go
• This is your ticket. Please print this ticket and bring it with you or show it on your mobile device.
• Please arrive at Pier 83 (42nd St and 12th Ave) at least 30 minutes prior to the departure time.
• Boarding is on a first come, first serve basis.
• Once you arrive, go directly to the boarding line for your cruise. Our crew will scan your ticket when you board.
• This ticket expires after your scheduled cruise departure time and is only valid for the specified cruise. If you miss your cruise, you must retain this ticket in order to rebook your cruise.
• Rebooking is subject to availability and must be rebooked at the Circle Line Box Office.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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