Starship Landmark 90 Minute Sightseeing Cruise
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Explore NYC's iconic landmarks and soak in breathtaking views of the city in just 90 minutes! With multiple departures throughout the day, including a sunset cruise and evening city lights option, cruise down the majestic Hudson River, passing by Hudson Yards, with the towering One World Trade Center and Ellis Island as your backdrop, until you're within arm's reach of the Statue of Liberty. Marvel at the sights of lower Manhattan before sailing under the Brooklyn and Manhattan bridges. Then, embark on a brief journey up the East River before returning to Pier 78 in midtown. Surely a memory that will last a lifetime, especially since we will capture it for you with complimentary digital photos throughout your trip!
Relax in style aboard our modern, temperature-controlled boats, featuring spacious indoor and outdoor decks. Take advantage of the onboard Snack Bar, offering delectable food and drinks, including a full bar. The perfect opportunity to reload while taking in the city sites.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive 30 min prior to boarding time. Boarding will begin approx 15 minutes prior to departure.
DO NOT BE LATE - The boat will not be held for late arrivals.
Infants age 3 and under are free
No outside food or beverages allowed onboard. Available for purchase onboard
Seating is first come first served
Smoking is not permitted
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hudson River Park
Our departure point, Pier 78 at Hudson River Park.
Statue of Liberty
Our first stop along the route. We pause in the water for a photo op. Note that you do NOT leave the boat. Rising from Liberty Island, this symbol of freedom stands 305 feet tall. Lady Liberty was a gift from France in 1886 representing democracy and friendship between the two nations.
What‘s Included
Snack Bar, fully stocked with food and beverages available for purchase
Live Narration by a professional guide
Free Digital Photographer onboard taking your pictures
Free cancellations/rescheduling up to 24 hrs prior
Multiple departure times where you select a cruise during the day or night sky city lights
Dedicated time at the Statue of Liberty for photo opportunity
90-Minute New York City Cruise
Gratuities
Options
NYC 90 minute Cruise - PIER 78
PIER 78 DEPARTURE
Reviews
2,070 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A wonderful experience all around!
Leslie H,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This 90-minute cruise was the highlight of our trip to NYC. Our tourguide, Darius, was wonderful! He is extremely knowledgeable about NYC history and landmarks, and he was funny and thoughtful and a great DJ and singer! He sang the perfect song to my young friend, who was thrilled. the NYC skyline is one of the most beautiful sights anywhere, and this trip really highlighted it. The entire experience was exhilarating and worth every cent. I highly recommend this tour and this company. Thank you!
Learned a lot and enjoyed the journey.
Helen T,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed this fun and informative tour around Manhattan. Molly was brilliant explaining all the landmarks, the history and many interesting facts. Came away feeling a real warmth for the city and its people.
Info was good experience was bad.
Ryley C,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Tour guide had a lot of information which was good! But the audio was bad and the windows were so dirty you couldn’t see out
Very Poor Boat Trip
556cihanf,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Paid for a 90 min trip and got a 60 min one. You are not allowed to go on all the decks only the bottom one unless you want to pay another 20$ per person! The lower deck has a couple of chairs and tables and dirty windows. There were children and older passengers sat on the floor. Disgraceful. We braved the outside section in minus degrees - as it was the only place to get a clear picture as the windows inside were filthy. Looked like the windows on the level you had to pay $20 extra for were clean though! Would not recommend this. Money making scheme!
Not the best cruise
Yamilette R,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The experience was OK. On the company website 90 minute sightseeing instead, its was only for one hour. Also, if you miss the boat by two minutes, you can take the next one and pay the extra fee of $10 pp.
A NYC must !!!
Lisa F,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely 💯 the best guided tour I've done. The captain was brilliant and a pleasure to meet - with a natural delivery style and super stories and factoids about NYC. Cannot recommend highly enough!!
Beware of dirty windows and minimal seating.
Susan P,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00You need a VIP pass , extra charge to sit on main deck where there are tables and windows are clean. This was not mentioned when bought tickets. All passengers sat downstairs where only a few tables were set up and windows were so dirty you could barely see thought them. I have taken Statue of Liberty cruises before when I lived in NY. This was very disappointing. Would not recommend. Molly the tour guide was fantastic and the highlight of the cruise.
Excellent boat trip. NY harbour.
Gary S,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guide and crew on board. Interesting and interested crew with smiles on their faces and knowledgeable about NY. Very, very informative.
Great fun!
MEK58,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Molly, our cruise director, was completely engaging and informative, thank you! Cold, snow and wind added to the experience
Great staff for the boat...
Joe R,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great staff for the boat tour...great people! The tour guide had good comments on all the sights and they played music the whole time.
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