I can't believe I've been in NYC for 20+ years and I've never done this sailing before. Although…read moremaybe it's a good thing that I waited this long to do it with Eric who made the experience unbelievable. It was a perfect day for sailing (nice breeze, sunny but not hot, clear skies, and not choppy water). This is definitely an activity that I will come back for. Eric is incredibly knowledgeable about NYC's history and shares it all. His boat is gorgeously kept and is incredibly comfortable and modern with a traditional feel. More importantly you can tell he enjoys what he does, which makes it amazing for those sailing with him. It's also a very relaxing experience. We went out on the 4 hr tour and it went by so incredibly fast! If you have the time I definitely recommend doing the 4 hr as it's the perfect amount of time to enjoy the experience. However, if you don't have the time I very much encourage taking the shorter tour so you can experience a great time. A must-do in NYC!

We had a beautiful evening sail with Captain Eric who took us for a sunset cruise around the Statue…read moreof Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Governors Island. Captain Eric is communicative, professional, easy-going and accommodating as to the sail experience we were looking for. It was thunderstorming on our originally scheduled sail, and we easily rescheduled our sail time via text. The Captain clearly is passionate about Genesis (his beautiful boat!) and sailing. We had a great time and would recommend for anyone looking for a laid back sail around New York.

I was a guest of Downtown Magazine. Our cruise on the America 2.0 sail to the Statue of Liberty was…read moreamazing! The captain and crew were fun and professional. I've been talking about this experience to anyone willing to listen.

great time out on water! Even without a lot of wind, we had a beautiful day. the boat's crew took…read moregood care of us

Highly recommend renting a rowboat if you are in Central Park! Awesome views of the park and the…read morecity. $25 an hour for Monday-Thursday. $30 an hour for Friday- Sunday. Staff were helpful with getting in and out of the boats. We did have to wait for about 10 minutes on a Friday for a boat to become available.

Even if the wait looks daunting I highly recommend this boating experience. Sure you're signing…read moreyour life away in case you drown. But no seriously, entertainment and sightseeing is expensive. At $30 per hour plus tax peak pricing, I think the price is reasonable considering the experience. The staff does it's best to keep the line moving. It can be hot in the summer so try to shoot for early morning or around sunset. Great for ig photos.

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

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.

It's such a simple and old-school wholesome activity. I've come by this pond in the park many times…read moreafter a run to have a cold drink at the cafe here and watch people play with the miniature sailboats. It's actually called the Conservatory Water, and during the season you can rent a boat to sail around the pond. I've done this a few times and it's kind of fun and relaxing. They are remote controlled and wind powered so if you come here on a breezy day you've got it made. Not cheap at $12 for 30 minutes but it's kind of therapeutic. The pond is pretty big so you can find your own spot to sail around and gather your thoughts.

Why isn't this called Conservatory Water? I believe that is what the sign says. I'm not going to…read moreargue with whoever put this in Yelp. If you go to the movies you will see this body of water in many American Movies. Children and Adults Sailing their toy boats on the lake. Yes, there's other bodies of water in the park where you can actually canoe etc. This spot is for those that have the fancy small sailing boats. I guess it's a hobby. All I know is that any season I enjoy this lake. It's right near Le Pain Quotidian. There's benches for relaxing. Lots of great sights nearby. I love to come here and highly recommend when you visit Central Park.

we held our 60th Anniversary cruise on Juliette in New York harbor. Our experience was terrific-…read moreMike, the Captain and entire crew were excellent- treated us like we were owners! The Yacht Juliette was perfect for our group. The food was outstanding. In addition, some 8-10 hours before the cruise the hot humidity and storm centers left the area- leaving the Manhattan, the Hudson and East Rivers and Bay in clear air with temperature in the low 70's. The evening could not have been better!!! All of our family- 20 people had an excellent and fun evening with many memories and beautiful sites. Congratulations to you, Mark and the entire crew. Well done!

Three generations of family and friends joined my husband and me for a combined 80th and 90th…read morebirthday celebration aboard the Cloud Nine IV. From planning through working out details to execution, we could not have imagined a better experience. David and Mark worked as knowledgeable and caring partners and advisors from the first. They were always accessible and answered questions promptly. The crew and staff on the yacht were exceptional - safe, warm welcome for guests; professional, gracious, efficient service; great food; superb facility: clean, attractive, impressive. I give the yacht an unreserved recommendation.

I found this business through Groupon trying to find fun things to do around the area for my last…read moreday in/near the city. I believe Groupon offered a cheaper price than what the business typically does so if you're trying to get an extra discount - look at Groupon and they're willing to price match. It also helps them as well since I think Groupon takes a fee from them. Nevertheless, this establishment was the first place to pop up and I have nothing but good things to say. My fiancée and I had an incredible experience. We did a walk-in with no reservation, and the young woman who greeted us at the front desk named Mia was very kind and respectful, got us in very quickly with no hassle and while waiting on a guide she asked some questions about our life and it made everything feel so much more personable. They also had a friendly dog but he usually stays in the other room if that's not your thing. Our guide Chahin met up with us after we watched the safety video and took us on our tour of beautiful NYC views, he was also a very friendly guy and talking to him felt like talking to a buddy or old buddy you're meeting up with again from like high school or something. If we were to have changed anything about the visit, we probably would've got the picture package (we're cheap but a picture explains the amount of fun over words can!) and we rode together and would likely take separate jet skis (but we did take turns half way through!). The experience was still a 10/10 and would be a must-do the next time we're near! Thanks again to the owner of the business, our guide Chahin, and Mia! And my fiancée who I'm so lucky and grateful to have joined me for this experience despite her fear of open water - love you bby xoxo

I had an absolutely awful experience and strongly recommend looking elsewhere for a jet ski rental…read more Beyond the actual ride, it was a massive waste of time--they require you to arrive 30 minutes early to set up, yet my original 4:00 PM appointment was delayed until 5:15 PM because of broken jet skis, and then we were made to wait even longer for missing group members. Right from the start, I was dealing with Mia, who originally promised to give me free photos and videos to compensate for all the delays. ​When we finally got out, less than five minutes into the water, my jet ski completely stopped working. Because of the broken ski, I couldn't accelerate and was stuck in the back. Phil, the guide, was leading up front and flew right by without even noticing I had stopped. Sitting helpless in open water for that long was a major safety hazard, and I had to wait around 20 minutes in the water just for a jet ski swap. ​Before I left that day, I went to see Phil directly about the media Mia had promised, and he said he would send everything via WhatsApp as soon as he finished fixing the broken jet ski. He never did. When I called early the next morning and spoke with Mia and Corey (the owner), Corey gave me a phone number to call Phil directly. That number turned out to be completely non-working. I waited at their office until closing, called repeatedly, messaged on WhatsApp, and was ultimately ghosted. I never received my pictures, my videos, or the full rental time I paid for. Zero safety awareness, broken equipment, terrible organization, and non-existent customer service. Save your money and go somewhere else.

Thumbs up for stellar scenery: boats, birds, buildings, sunset. The existence of a bathroom in the…read moredaytime is good too. Thumbs down for cars on sidewalks.

During my lunch break. I'll sometimes walk to the pier just to relax my mind. Look out at the boats…read moresailing and the beautiful ocean waves. Walking is therapeutic for the mind and soul.

I've never met a friendlier, kinder group. People of all ages. They share rides, gear, and mad…read moreskills. They knew so much about the Adirondacks and local rivers, but even more, they also travel to Southern rivers. It's great to see a group that really bonds with each other. I was tired of groups where people just wanted to paddle and go home. Here, day trips always have a Happy Hour tailgate party where folks share snacks and stories. I've heard the camping trips are fantastic. I was afraid to sign up when my skills were new, but the instructional weekend keeps giving...people keep coaching and helping. Or, you can also be in a tandem canoe with an expert. That's how I broke into moving and whitewater adventures. Best sport I ever did...and I"ve done a lot...because this group is so professional and warm.

AMC is great! I've been a member for about 8 years now and have been a student, taught students and…read morelead lots of paddling trips around the northeast region. I thought I went to learn to kayak, but I came out with so much more... Friends, community, and hundreds of memories and amazing experiences on and off the water. Trips are lead by volunteers so if it's not free, it's really inexpensive for you get involved.

We seven were ticketed for the Manhattan II vintage yacht…read more Classy comfy with a taste of nostalgia. We brought some light snacks, every one of age received a free beer or wine beverage. Soft drinks or coffee for non-drinkers. There was a self serve ice-water dispenser on the bar. There are snacks for sale ie a cheese & nut tray for $22. The narration was appreciated and the info. was well-rounded. They allow plenty of time for picture taking at the Statue of Liberty. Beautiful enjoyable tour!!

Outstanding tour cruising completely around Manhattan with a History/Architecture Guide! Very…read moreknowledgeable, he kept you informed about buildings and history from one end of the island to the other. Clearly he had a great love for his home city! Great way to see the city on hot NYC day.