A new ferry terminal awkwardly close to the already existing Paulus Hook ferry terminal, but I can…read morenever hate on more public transportation being added to Jersey City. This one operates from the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway in front of the main Harborside building, making it very convenient for those who work in Harborside or live in Urby. It doesn't seem fully complete yet, but today is their first day of operation. I just wish they had later hours and operated on the weekend. Also, similar to the Paulus Hook ferry, they only run to midtown during commute hours, and I think a few boats to midtown in the afternoon would be nice. Those complaints aside, like I said, I can never truly hate on more public transportation. NY Waterway boats are nice and comfortable, generally well kept, and obviously you can't beat the views from this ferry trip. It's quite a bit pricier than the PATH, but if you're a tourist or have people from out of town visiting, it's a ride you should definitely take.

The Harborside Ferry terminal is an example what is wrong with public transportation. A rickety…read moredysfunctional terminal 5 minutes away from a decent well functioning one. NY Waterway has very old (built in 1998) and decrepit ferries docking there only to drum up foot traffic for McCali's new waterfront project (currently an empty pointless space). The terminal often has broken ticket machines, and does not look very safe. There are men constantly repairing what appears to be a temporary and hastily constructed structure. You have to wait for the ferry in the rain, snow, or sweltering sun, when there is a perfectly good terminal building, with restrooms, and more connections five minutes away in Paulus Hook. I suspect that the only reason the rickety terminal even exists is because, according to the New York Times, NJ Transit subsidizes additional NY Waterway routes, even when they make no sense, and even when the service is very bad. Tax subsidized corporate greed and bad service.

Easy to navigate, don't panic when you there are insanely number of folks/super packed without much…read moreorder crowd waiting to get in the boat. Do not get distracted by people who look like they work for the terminal authority they are just trying to lock you in on a paid tour to Statue of Liberty. So just stay focus, and get in line for the free ride to Staten Island. Also don't panic these ferry boats are insanely big so you will find a spot to get the views you want. If you leave from NYC stick to the right side and go upstairs for the best photos. Once you've made it to Staten Island without any wait, you get off and roll back into another boat (SI To Manhattan) and do it all over again. If you still want to see the Liberty statue leaving from Staten Island, stick to the left. From Manhattan to SI stick to the right and try to get on the second floor. If you want to explore what's around the area a short walk will take you to Wall Street, you'll see the bull and Trinity Church (where Hamilton and Eliza and Philip are buried). Also with going inside the church even with their very strict security check -- we had to even take Apple Watches which was a first but I'm all about safety so whatever they ask, I'll gladly do it. So if near Wall Street make Trinity Church a stop just like that silly snatching bull! ;)

With a little over four weeks to go before the NYC Marathon myself and thousands of others will be…read morepacking into the terminal to take the Staten Island Ferry over to the starting line to begin our run of 26.2 miles. I've taken this trip many times other than on marathon day. Its one of the few free things you can do in the city whether commuting for work or just for enjoyment. Ferries run constantly throughout the day. Overall, its a well maintained and clean modern facility. It has clean bathrooms and concessions for food and drinks such as Wendy's, Dunkin Donuts, Subway, Auntie Anne's, Pizza, and a bar. Also a market for snacks and souvenirs.

Plenty of parking available nearby. You can purchase tickets onsite. You will have to go through…read moresecurity so keep that in mind. I suggest bringing a water bottle with you as it can be crowded and hot depending on time of year. Water bottles are like 5 bucks each on the ferry. I went when the weather was 100 degrees and it was the day before the 4th of July. It took a little while to get through security and wait in line for the ferry but once we boarded was nice. The views are amazing!!

Also searchable as "Brookfield Place Terminal". Looking for a better view of Statue of Liberty?…read moreCome to this place. For $4.50 you can take a boat to St. George, Staten Island passing by thr Statue of Liberty. I prefer this than taking the Staten Island Ferry since you get better pictures and it's less crowded. You can also get a ticket to New Jersey or the Hudson Yard.

A nice covered ferry stop for the folks around every 10-15min depending on the schedule in the…read moremorning and afternoon rushes or middle of the day doldrums. Staffers are quick to get you onboard, payment at the kiosk, QR codes for phones or the counter when staffed. Great rides in good weather - when choppy/icy, though, reconsider.

I used this ferry departure point at the end of August. It was very clean and orderly. The…read moredirections were simple. I'm so happy I discovered this route, as it makes getting down to the WTC area so easy. I'll definitely head to NYC this was again in the future.

Taken rounds trips every 7 or years or so. Still free of charge and the ships are very well…read moremaintained. Excellent views looking north of downtown, including the Upper Bay, Hudson and East Rivers, and the BMW Bridges. Looking south, Ellis Island, the Upper Bay, Statue of Liberty, Governors Island, Brooklyn, Bayonne, the Verrazano Bridge and Staten Island. Takes about an hour for a round trip- you must leave the ship on each side of the ride and then re-board on the next outgoing ship. Each crossing takes about 20 minutes and about a 20 minute layover at the terminal. Lots of outside viewpoints around the ships, including the fore and aft boarding areas. Not as comprehensive as the Circle Line, but something that must be experienced when sightseeing in Manhattan or with a friend commuting from Staten Island!!

Best free way to see NYC, statue of liberty, staten island, brooklyn bridge, etc. People literally…read morerush in to get a good spot, but even if you dont get a railing spot up front, if youre tall enough you can still see the beautiful views around you. There are seats available on the ferry right outside, but people tend to stand on it so they get a better view. Note you can just hop on, hop off, then hop back on. It just takes about 20ish minutes of a wait time to wait in between. Overall, a good way to visit Staten Island and a good way to do some sight seeing without paying for a tour.

1 of 2 reviews Make sure you buy your tickets from Statue…read moreCruises, NOT street vendors. Be safe. Quality/Quantity - Crazy busy, but fairly organized and moves fast. What an amazing, fun, historical, and educational experience. Also, it gives some insight on Ellis Island into how my family (many generations ago) came to this country. Tourist attraction, an amazing # of people visiting. Ambiance - A short quick ferry to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island. Plan to spend approximately 4 hours for this event. A small snack bar on the ferry. You can spend as much time as you want at each location. Just need to book/reserve your appointment going there. Service - Booked our tickets online and got here early. Audio Tours of Liberty and Ellis Island are included Departure details, cut and pasted from their website. "The Security Screening Facility and ferry departure are located behind Castle Clinton, on the waterfront side of Battery Park. Easy access via public transportation, including major subway lines and bus routes. We recommend that you include ample time and maintain a flexible schedule to include boarding the ferry and clearing the Screening Facility." Price - Prices start at $26.30 per person. Very reasonably priced in my opinion. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success.

Being awarded a concession with the National Park Service, Statue City Cruise is the only official…read moreway to get to Liberty and Ellis Island in New York. Because of the volume of visitors and the responsibility of providing a service to a public site, we found the round-trip cost of $52.60 for two adults, to be quite reasonable. I bought my tickets on-line direct from their official website: https://statuecitycruises.com. By buying the tickets early, two additional add-ons (entry into the pedestal, entry into the crown) are available (pretty much for the same price). The crown is especially popular and limited, with reservations being sold out one month in advance. The pedestal seems to be sold out more on weekends, especially if only reserving a day before...indicating that walk-ups won't be able to get it. We found this to be the case, with the majority of island visitors not being able to enter the pedestal. One can start the journey at two different places: Battery Park in Manhattan or Liberty State Park in New Jersey. Then one is given a choice of normal, pedestal (if available), or crown (if available). Every ticket also includes a trip to Ellis Island (all the boats leaving from Battery Park make a round-trip, stopping first at Liberty Island, then at Ellis Island). I did notice a final option, called 'Ellis Island Hardhat Tour' for $81, which is the only way to get a guided tour of the 750 bed hospital complex at the South end of the island. Good communication via email and text are provided. A QR code is given to you via email, and is used as your ticket. The visit was great and definitely would recommend going as early as possible to beat both the afternoon heat and crowds. One is taken via a winding path to the dock, mainly to allow the creation of a queue once it got busy. One has to go through airport-like security first (x-ray for your things, metal detector for yourself), then wait in another line to board the next boat. Status City Cruises operates 12 vessels, from passenger sizes of 500 to over 1,000. On our outbound trip, we were one of the last ones to get on, so it was standing room only for us in the main indoor area. In it, there is a concession stand selling drinks and snacks. The journey to Liberty Island was only 12 minutes, and there are some great picture opportunities around the harbor if near a window. After Liberty Island, the next stop is Ellis Island, taking about 13 minutes. We mistakenly thought we needed tickets...in reality, it is all inclusive...but we were both exhausted. The trip back to Battery Park from Ellis Island took 15 minutes. The boat ride is very calm and well managed. Notes: The parent company is Hornblower Group, HQed in San Francisco, specializing in maritime tours, experiences, and transportation. After declaring bankruptcy in 2024, and being sold, the company was rebranded as City Experiences. Their most branded are Statue City Cruises, Alcatraz City Cruise (another instance like Statue City Cruises where they are the official concessionaire of the National Park Service), and Niagara City Cruises. All in all, City Cruises operates out of 19 different ports across the US/Canada. It also operates NYC Ferry, 6 routes connecting 25 ferry piers across the 5 boroughs of New York. It does not include the iconic Staten Island Ferry (which I just learned is free), which is still operated by the NYC department of transportation.

Thank goodness the NYC Ferry continues to service rides to Rockaway Beach since I wouldn't take…read morethe MTA. Besides, it's a gorgeous, scenic ride about 50 minutes from Pier 11 /Wall Street. A recent trip ($4.50 one way) to Rockaway Beach, long lines included was hassle free and enjoyable especially on a gorgeous summer day. But the ferry isn't perfect. On a few occasions, they've been known for not sticking to the time schedule. This happened yesterday. Aiming for the 5:57 PM vessel to NYC, the ferry boarded all passengers and took off at 5:36! We were lucky to arrive earlier. Overall, the NYC Ferry offers rides around Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and I think Throg's Neck (check destinations on schedule). Great alternative to the subway.

In reference to a Yelp-related discussion with my father, I have discovered the identity of the…read moreSurly Guy and IT WAS ME! To quote the Fonz my precious rating was wr-wr-wr-wr. The machines could be more numerous and less broken, but this a great low-cost scenic option. From Wall Street, the East River option offers a great assortment of bridge and building, while the South Brooklyn choices provide great harbor views. The layout and signage could be better since this spaced is shared with NJ ferries.

I decided to reserve my #8,200 Yelp milestone review for this unexpected ferry ride because in…read morehindsight, it was one of the best hacks that New York City offers both tourists and locals. Jamie W and I were finishing up our cocktails at High Tide (review: https://yelp.to/47E8cyxeMd) when it dawned on us that we could take the ferry rather than the subway back to Manhattan. A smart decision indeed. It only cost us $4.50 per person to take us to the pier at East 34th Street. Just a year earlier, we boarded the Circle Line by paying the $70 Premium pass for exclusive access to the top deck for a carefully timed two-hour cruise. We enjoyed it, but considering the significant cost difference, this one was quite a deal. Not only was it a simple commute, but it was a genuine tourist attraction no one really talks about. Going straight to the upper deck, we were able to take in the stunning skylines of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Same as the Circle Line cruise, we traveled underneath the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg Bridges. At a relaxing pace, the ferry made three brief, interim Brooklyn stops: North and South Williamsburg and Greenpoint, and they offered alternative views we would've not seen otherwise. RELATED - Exploring NYC? Here's a collection of non-culinary places l've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/Uzg4Azk4_G

NYC Ferry.DUMBO Landing is at Brooklyn Bridge Park. I rode the ferry on a Sunday between Brooklyn…read moreBridge Park and Long Island City. It was a hot day and the East River was sparkly! Just kidding! I'll be back!

Took the ferry to Governors Island and honestly it was a really nice short ride. The ferry was…read moresuper clean and even smelled fresh, which you don't always get. The ride itself was quick and smooth no issues at all. You also get a little sightseeing in on the way, including a view of the Statue of Liberty, which was a nice bonus. Definitely an easy, pleasant trip over.

I grab this ferry about twice a year and the views are spectacular! The ferry is wel taken cared…read morefor, always looks clean. They are punctual and run every half hour. It's a quick ride to governors island Not sure if all of them don't but I wish the one I was in had a restroom

Always on time, helpful and so professional. After difficult flights and busy airports it's so nice…read moreto see the team ready to go as soon as you exit the airport. Cars are always immaculate and stocked with water. Drivers are safe and do a great job rain, snow or sunshine!

They provided exceptional service from the start until the end. Their communication was great…read more Their drivers were polite, and the vehicles were very clean and comfortable. They provided car seats for our young children, and were also flexible when we needed to change our return date and time. I will definitely use them again.