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2 hours 30 minutes
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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.
Sit back and unwind on a relaxing two and a half hour cruise around Manhattan Island. You'll see all the sights on the only New York cruise to circumnavigate Manhattan in its entirety.
Choose between two ticket types:
Cruise with Standard Seating which includes general admission boarding and seating available on the outdoor deck or inside the temperature-controlled cabin.
Cruise with Premium Seating which includes advanced boarding and exclusive indoor seating area in the temperature-controlled cabin with premium-cushioned seating.
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.
Please arrive at least 30-minutes prior to the departure time for boarding.
Food and drinks are NOT allowed to be brought on board
Non-English-speaking guests can now make the most of their cruise with the free Circle Line Sightseeing app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play. The app lets you follow along with a guided tour in your language, including Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. Be sure to bring your own headphones, as headsets aren't provided. Download the app today and enjoy exploring New York City like never before!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Free Wi-Fi on board
Live narration by Circle Line’s world-famous guides (in English)
2.5 hour Sightseeing Cruise
Download the Circle Line App in 9 different languages (headphones required) See below for more.
Outdoor deck
Air-conditioned vehicle
Restroom on board
Food & Beverages (Available for Purchase Onboard)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Part entertainer, part historian, your knowledgeable tour guide brings New York's breathtaking sights and fascinating history to life. Beverages, food and souvenirs are available for purchase on board.
Empire State Building
See New York's most iconic building along with several other notable buildings that make the Manhattan skyline unforgettable.
General admission boarding, Seating available on the outdoor deck or inside the temperature-controlled cabin
Advance Boarding. Exclusive indoor seating area in the temperature-controlled cabin with premium-cushioned seating.
3,442 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Emily L,
Oct 21, 2025
- Viator
Great way to get a view of the city! Tour guide was exceptional! It was a little cold on the water, but the view was spectacular! Totally worth it!
nicholas g,
Oct 19, 2025
- Viator
Tour guide was very knowledgeable and you got to see the other parts of Manhattan that you normally get to see by boat
Peter F,
Oct 18, 2025
- Viator
Be very careful full when booking online And if you are 8minites late schedule tour. You will not get a refund . If you decide to go on the next tour which is usually cheaper. They will not you the different. How crooked is that.
Barb Y,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
It was a fantastic experience. Alexis was wonderful and the weather was perfect. I’m so glad we booked the Best of New York tour. I would highly recommend sitting on the top deck. Bring a jacket and a hat just in case it’s windy!! Many people were under dressed.
Harriet L,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
Wonderful, informative guide, plenty of photo ops, comfortable ride. We were not able to see northern parts due to high tides.
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