Statue of Liberty Private Boat Charter
Join our private boat tour to see the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and more! You’ll gain a completely unique perspective on some of NYC’s best landmarks. Plus, you’ll be able to take frame-worthy photos that you’ll be able to cherish forever.
Statue of Liberty Boat Ride Details
Our Statue of Liberty boat tour travels down the Hudson River to give you up-close and personal views of attractions such as the Brooklyn Bridge and the Empire State Building. The highlight of the trip is, of course, the Statue of Liberty. You’ll be able to see aspects of Lady Liberty that you’ve never noticed before, and all your friends will be envious of the photos you take. Want to make your experience even better? Book your tour for the Golden Hour, AKA take a Statue of Liberty sunset cruise.
The Experience
Picture yourself, along with your closest friends, climbing aboard one of our private vessels. You’ll have a choice between our 6-passenger boat and our 16-passenger yacht. Once everyone boards, your U.S. Coast Guard Master Captain will pilot the boat on the Hudson River. As you enjoy the ride, you can open a BYOB drink, kick back, and see New York City like never before.
Spending time with your friends in a relaxed atmosphere is also a fantastic way to ensure everyone benefits from your boat tours of Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Not only will you have a visual feast, but you’ll also be able to experience:
Stress relief
Creating lasting memories
Boosting your self-confidence and self-expression
Diversity and cultural appreciation
Building lasting connections and social bonds
These perks make your decision to book a private rental go far beyond mere sightseeing opportunities. In fact, they also make our Statue of Liberty boat ride the perfect teambuilding experience for small groups. By the end of your ride, everyone involved will feel closer and more able to handle stressful tasks together.
Bring Dinner on Our New York Boat Tours Ellis Island
Want to plan an event that includes dinner? Feel free to bring your own food on board. This is an especially good idea if you’ve rented our 16-passenger yacht as there will be plenty of space to eat and talk. You can also take advantage of our BYOB policy. We have an onboard cooler you can utilize to ensure everything stays fresh and tasty.
Plan a Romantic Boat Tour of the Statue of Liberty
If you’d rather bring a date than your friends, you can rent out the entire 6-passenger boat for you and your significant other. Cuddle close together as the wind blows through your hair. See the best sights in NYC and ask a crew member to take a picture of the two of you with your camera. It will truly be a date that you’ll never forget!
Other special events you can book with us include:
Wedding party
Proposal
4th of July
Birthday party
Company events
Retirement party
Graduation party
Bachelor party
Bachelorette party
Family friendly boat ride
Due to our 6-passenger or 16-passenger boats, you can bring a group together for an intimate outing on the Hudson River. In other words, you won’t have to worry about boarding a large boat or yacht and dealing with multiple groups. Instead, you can reserve a private boat just for your party!
BYOB to Make Your Cruise Even Better
We’ll treat you to complimentary cups, ice, bottles of water, and coolers. We also have a hot water heater, coffee machine, and small sink you can use in our galley. Want a harder beverage? BYOB! You can bring your choice of alcoholic beverage on board. For example, if you bring beer, you can enjoy the cold, refreshing taste as you look at each NYC landmark.
Sites You’ll See
Our Ellis Island boat tours will treat you to a variety of different sightseeing opportunities. We also offer two different tours, and the time we leave will be up to you! Our first tour is known as Daytime Loop, and its attractions include:
The Empire State Building – See the most famous building in the world! Our Captain can also share some interesting facts to make your experience even more interesting.
The Brooklyn Bridge – Marvel at the civil engineering that made this bridge possible. As estimated 143,000 vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists cross the bridge daily, but most of them will never get to see this venerated bridge from underneath.
The Freedom Tower – Also referred to as One WTC or One World Trade, you’ll get a look at this magnificent testament to NYC’s never say die spirit. The Freedom Tower was built where the former Twin Towers once stood.
The Chrysler Building – This iconic building has been used in many different films and TV shows. Its distinctive style and great height make it instantly recognizable as part of NYC’s skyline.
Ellis Island – Stare in awe at the same place that 12 million immigrants first arrived at on their journey to becoming U.S. citizens. Ellis Island dates back 15,000 years. However, when you think of its immigrant history, the first name that probably comes to mind is Annie Moore on January 1, 1892.
Statue of Liberty – Finally, we come to the marque attraction of your tour. The Statue of Liberty was a gift from the French, and it was dedicated on October 28, 1886. Since then, she has held up her torch to light the way for immigrants and the people of the United States.
We also have a 3-hour Manhattan Circumnavigation tour. This boat tour to the Statue of Liberty includes everything listed above, along with:
The United Nations Building – This building was completed in 1952 and stands as a testament to the power of democracy and diplomacy. Delegates from 193 nations meet here to decide on some of the world’s most consequential actions.
Yankee Stadium – See the rebuilt Yankee Stadium that rests one block north of the original stadium’s site. Home to the New York Yankees, this stadium first opened in April 2009. It also hosts MLS games, college football games, live music, and more.
The Cloisters – AKA the Met Cloisters. This impressive building has a medieval theme and contains four cloisters that originated in France.
Plus much, much more!
See NYC in a Completely Unique Way
New York Harbor Tours makes it possible for even lifelong NYC residents to see the City That Never Sleeps in a completely unique way. Gain a new appreciation for the city as you gaze upon its many landmarks from one of our vessels. If you’ve grown so used to NYC that you almost look over everything, our Statue of Liberty cruise will reinvigorate you by making the city look new again.
Are you a tourist? Then join our boat tour to see a side of NYC that even many lifelong residents will never get. Sign up for your tour today!
Pricing
Grab your tickets now to take one of the best boat tours of your life!
Private Charter Pricing:
$525 for 1-3 people
$660 for 4-6 people
Ask us for pricing for a party of 16 people
Your Safety is Our Top Priority
Weather-related cancellations are extremely rare. However, if the water is deemed to be unsafe by our U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain, we’ll have to reschedule your trip. Fortunately, this almost never happens. That’s because our captain has thousands of hours at sea and a completely clean record, which means they understand exactly what our vessels can safely undertake.
Our boat also has experienced deckhands on board. If you need anything, or have any questions, simply ask one of them to take care of it for you!
Ellis Island Boat Tour Options
New York Harbor Tours is proud to offer two different vessels. Depending on your group size, you can book a cruise on:
Either way, you have the ability to rent out an entire vessel for just your group. Alternatively, you can book a ticket to take the tour with other people. The good news is that there won’t be more than 16 passengers on board, which makes our Statue of Liberty cruise one of the most intimate ways to see Lady Liberty.
Departure Times
If you join an existing tour, we’ll depart at 6 p.m. each day. If you book a private tour, however, we have flexibility. Tell us when you’d like to depart on your journey, and we’ll accommodate you!
Give Your Entire Family Something to Remember
Planning to book our tour with your family? We have lifejackets on board that can accommodate the tiniest member of your family, even if that means a newborn baby. Please be aware that anyone 12 and younger will be required to keep a lifejacket on at all times.
Bring Your Dog with You on a Private Tour!
Private tours allow us to take your dog onboard, too! This isn’t something we can’t do if you sign up for a public tour, but we love the opportunity to have pups join us at sea. For this one reason alone, lots of people choose to book a private tour. After all, your dog is part of the family, and they also deserve to have a fun 3-hour adventure. You already know how much fun your dog has when you take him or her on a car ride. Imagine how much they’ll light up when they get to feel the wind blowing through their fur on a boat ride!
Book Your Private Boat Tour to the Statue of Liberty Now
Book your tickets now to see Lady Liberty up close and personal from the water! It’s an experience you’ll never forget. Encourage your entire group to bring their cameras and ask one of our deckhands to take a picture of all of you with the Statue of Liberty as your backdrop.
New York Harbor Tours offers the ride of a lifetime. Be sure to book your chosen day right away to ensure a slot is still available!
FAQs
What is the best boat tour to see the Statue of Liberty?
New York Harbor Tours provides one of the most intimate boat tours to the State of Liberty. Board either our 6-pasenger boat or 16-passenger yacht to see Lady Liberty and many other New York City landmarks. The best part if that you can share a private boat ride with your closest friends!
How much does a ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty cost?
The ferry that goes to the Statue of Liberty starts at $25. This is far from a private experience, however. You’ll be on a boat with a lot of other people and, therefore, won’t be able to select your departure time or ask the captain to stop at a certain spot for photographs. Plus, the ferry ride focuses solely on Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Instead, book a private boat tour with New York Harbor Tours to really amplify the experience.
How long is the Statue of Liberty ferry tour?
The ferry tour takes 75 minutes. Of this time, you’ll spend approximately 30 minutes on the actual boat. In contrast, New York Harbor Tours last up to 3 hours and provide plenty of time to see each of the top NYC landmarks. You’ll also be catered to by our experienced deckhands throughout the journey.
Is it worth taking ferry to Statue of Liberty?
Although the ferry ride to Lady Liberty is worthwhile, it pales in comparison to taking New York Harbor Tours private cruise past the Statue of Liberty. If you don’t mind being squished on a ferry with tons of other people, then the ferry ride will suffice. However, if you want to have a top-notch, first-class experience that you’ll never forget, be sure to book your private boat tour. We’ll take you past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, along with the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and so much more!