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.

After taking the PATH train to Jersey City, we decided to take the ferry back to NYC Brookfield…read morePlace near Oculus which runs every 7 minutes. Purchased tickets inside. It is a bit confusing and service was a bit rude. Maybe they should have an additional sign with more information. The terminal and boat were both nice. The boat has both indoor and upper outdoor seating. For around $7, it's a nice way to go back to the city although it only took a few minutes.

This ferry terminal is well nice. I recently took it to visit downtown. It was pretty simple to…read morefind nearby parking and the ride was quick. I'd definitely use this terminal again in the future, when going to the World Trade Center area.

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! ;)

It's hard to complain about something that's free, and the Staten Island Ferry is so. For the…read moreterminal itself, it's a bit dirty, and there are jerks around trying to sell tickets for a free ferry, but it's a tourist site in NYC, and there are plenty of signs telling people not to buy said tickets. For food options, I would recommend getting stuff outside here, as this spot is all fast food chains like Subway or Wendy's, aside from an alright deli. The views are nice, the ferries leave on time, and it's free. Hard not to like this place, even with the obvious issues.

Funniest cruise of my life…read more Let me specify... funniest cast of characters on a cruise. Everyone was incredibly nice and thoughtful. There was plenty of information and the boat was comfortable. Would recommend but be ready for the people!

I recently took the Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise, and it turned out to be one of the most…read moreenjoyable ways to experience the city from a fresh perspective. From the moment we boarded, everything felt well-organized and welcoming. The staff were friendly and efficient, making the check-in and seating process smooth. The real highlight, of course, was the view. Seeing the skyline from the water gives you an entirely different appreciation for the city's architecture and scale. Passing by iconic landmarks while listening to the live narration added a lot of depth to the experience. Our tour guide, Andrew, was especially knowledgeable about the history of the city--he shared fascinating facts, stories, and context that really brought each landmark to life, all while keeping things engaging and easy to follow. The boat itself was clean and comfortable, with plenty of space to move around and take photos. Whether you prefer sitting inside or enjoying the open-air deck, there's a good spot for everyone. I especially appreciated how unhurried the cruise felt; there was enough time to soak in each sight without feeling rushed. I'd highly recommend the Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise to both visitors and locals--it's a relaxing, informative, and scenic way to see the city from a whole new angle.

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.

Hoboken ferry terminal. The worker at the window wasn't too friendly, but she did yell at me that…read morethe ferry was leaving soon, so I should get a hike on it - thanks to her, didn't have to wait 30min for the next one. Shared with NJT and Path station waiting room. Men's room was out of commission - they had a temporary set up outside. $9.50 for a one-way adult to 39th St Westside Midtown stop.

Fun! Cheap easy and Great views and easy trip into the city without the hassle of parking or bus…read morerides. Highly recommend if you're driving in. Do it! Fun quick trip right to ground zero and then a few train rides to the park you are set for a Sunday afternoon.

We did a tour in July at 9:45 am and had a great time, would highly recommend to friends and…read morefamily! The guides were friendly and super helpful and the water was WARM! Very easy to get to from Manhattan if you get off at the World Trade Center subway station and ride the Liberty Landing City ferry.

Did you know you can jet ski in NYC?!…read more Leave it to me to find something fun to do. I checked the weather and surprisingly it was 79°. I booked the afternoon slot and had the BEST TIME EVER! Justin led the way and took some great photos/videos of us throughout We followed him to several points of interest: - NY Skyline - Brooklyn Bridge - DUMBO - Manhattan Bridge - Statue of Liberty - Ellis Island Definitely recommend for a little adventure! My top speed was 38mph. I pushed my jet ski to the maximum a majority of the way How to get there: PATH Train from WTC Liberty Landing Ferry

NY Waterway doesn't control the weather but $7.75 is especially harsh when the roof is closed…read more "Is the Paulus Hook ferry too fast?" could be a New York Times Pitchbot quip but if you're for scenic reasons the Hoboken route offers more time for a photo shoot.

Right near the GS tower in Paulus Hook, Jersey City, and easy walk up to the PATH or other areas…read moredown here. Staffer was curt but efficient. Quick boarding, and quick launch away on the ferry. A nice way to travel if you're ok paying a bit more ($7.50 one way)

Highly recommend! We had a wonderful time and Mike was great and showed us so many different parts…read moreof New York. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.

Mike and his son were amazing! We saw the city like never before and seeing the Statue of Liberty…read moreso close was spectacular. 100% recommended!

Kinda confused by this station. For a station that looks huge on the outside, it's pretty…read morelackluster inside. Poor signage led me into an entrance where I had to take a packed elevator to go to the platforms. Then you go to the platforms and there's just nothing there. Really old and beat up. At the same time, I guess you get to WTC in no time, so I can't complain too much. But this is a largely uninspiring PATH station.

What a large long escalator here, all lit up, it's pretty cool. Other than that, it's a pretty…read morebasic station.