Circle Line Cruises Pier 83
New York, NY 10036
Phone: (212) 563-3200
- Cross Street:
- Between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West
- Directions:
- A, C, E at 42nd St
- Hours:
- Daily departures 10am-7pm
Editorial Review for Circle Line Cruises Pier 83 – by Citysearch Editors
Overview
This long-established sightseeing line boasts a fleet of 10 boats and a wide choice of tours--most offered year-round--on New York's waterways. For would-be thrill-seekers, "The Beast" is a heart-pounding but safe 30-minute speedboat trip with speakers blaring popular music. Those who prefer to relax while exploring in a nautical fashion can take the classic three-hour cruise around Manhattan. Shorter trips please those with only an hour or two to spare. There are also sunset/harbor lights cruises, live music and DJ cruises with dancing.
Features
As you glide under bridges and pass skyscrapers and monuments, knowledgeable guides offer a wealth of commentary on New York's history and people. Snacks, drinks, souvenirs, cruise guidebooks and film are sold on board, and the Circle Line photographer will offer to sell you color photos of yourself and your loved ones grinning on the pier.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasSunset cruises, harbor lights cruises, live music cruises and DJ cruises with dancing make the Circle Line a favored spot for those who like to party on the water. Private charters are available.
Know Before You GoYou haven't really seen the Statue of Liberty until you've gazed at her at the close range a sightseeing yacht affords--it's not corny or kitsch, but awe-inspiring.
Save MoneyCircle Line combo packages include such extras as visits to the Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum in Times Square.
User Reviews for Circle Line Cruises Pier 83
05/09/2002 Posted by jessicabranch_citysearch
The irony is that native New Yorkers love the Circle Line at least as much as tourists. What better way to relax and get some perspective than to circle the island and see it all from afar? Plus, the uptown half of the trip passes shores you'd never believe were part of the big city -- little shanties that seem to belong thousands of miles away from the built-up nabes downtown. Best time is at sunset -- especially as you glide by the Statue of Liberty. Like the best Broadway -- it's hokey, but it works.
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