Alex Mendez (20.11.2017 17:04)
Good way to see the city and surroundings; do not buy the premium seats, it’s useless and it’s the same. They only give you a horrible cookie and horrible food with a waiter that will take 1 hour in bring it to you. Seat outside the enjoy all the scenery. Bring a camera with full battery and take great photos!
Kevin Hamski (17.11.2017 14:20)
Really glad we booked the cruise with circle line. The guide did a great job as we rode around Manhattan and we saw so much more than just taking the Staten island ferry. Get there early for the best seats outdoors.
Meredith Rowe (26.10.2017 20:22)
I can't believe I'm saying this, but the Bear Mountain cruise is a great time, even for a non tourist. The views are beautiful on the way up and back, and the $35 bottomless beer mug is pretty unbeatable. If you really enjoy hiking, you don't quite get enough time in port to enjoy, but it's a good first taste of the area.
Jeff Patton (23.10.2017 20:59)
Perfect way to see the city. If you take the 2.5 hour Best of NYC I would strongly suggest upgrading to the VIP seating. The chairs are padded and you get a host to get drinks and food for you. The tour guide was VERY informative and showed you all the great places you'd otherwise miss. Food and drink prices are on par for the city. Later that night we took the harbor lights cruise to see the city at night. We used the City Pass for tickets. Best way to go. Staff was very friendly.
Adam Lutt (13.09.2017 19:29)
Best way to tour Manhattan!
Purchased the Combo "Best of NYC" and Empire State Building from the website.
We boarded at 11:40am for our noon boat. It was a little chilly and rainy that day so it was maybe a little over half full. Plastic folding chairs inside of the lower level, and half of the top level is indoor, the other half is outdoor. The ride wasn't choppy or anything too crazy.
Our tour guide "Dave" really made it a good experience, very experienced and knowledgeable. Very Informative and he cracks some good jokes too.
You get too see everything. Great views of the Statue of Liberty, NYC Skyline, Bridges, and everything else.
My wife and I agree it was our favorite part of our trip, very relaxing and you get too see a lot of things in 2.5 hours!
Can't give it 5 stars because the Cafe they talk so highly of on the website is a joke. Very expensive over priced garbage you'd buy at a gas station, and the only thing we wanted (ice cream bar) they didn't have in stock. If that improves, then this tour is 5 stars easily.