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Circle Line Cruises

Pier 83 - W 42nd St and 12th Ave, New York City, NY 10036-8004
212 563 3200
Ranked #74 of 224 tours in New York City
4.0 of 5 stars 486 Reviews
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Hamilton, Canada
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

we took the dusk cruise- saw the buildings going out and the lights coming back. it was quite cool and windy on deck trying to take photos. they circled the statue of liberty but it was quite dark by then- so you would need a good camera to capture its beauty.the commentator was excellent! More

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West Palm Beach, Florida
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

I'm a relocated New Yorker so when I come back with friends, I'm relied on to be the tour guide. This included the Circle Line on my last two trips. The last time, the clerk in the booth was somewhat nasty but I was with an older person and getting a senior ticket so I chalked it up to that... More

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Southeast Georgia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

the gentleman who narrated the trip was fabulous!!!! More

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

We selected the three hour tour which was a good choice. I have been to NY many times but saw it from a different angle. The tour guide was good but the sound system upstairs was very poor. We moved to the lower deck and it was fine. Shame really because the views were definitely better from the top. Having... More

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Ione, Washington
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

After two days of walking and subways on our first trip to NYC, I was ready for a change. My husband and son agreed that this cruise would be a good way to see Manhattan Island and the Statue of Liberty. We were very fortunate weather-wise and had a great tour guide, John. I would definitely recommend this 3 hour... More

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San Diego, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

David the tour guide was extraordinary. Very funny. Think Jay Leno. Very insightful tour. Unfortunately, it was very foggy the morning I took the 3 hour tour otherwise there would have been terrific photo opportunities. More

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Dallas
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69 reviews 69 reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

I booked myself on the 3 hour "go around Manhattan" tour (20% off coupons on the internet). Upon arrival at the ticket counter, I found a note that the tour could not complete a circle because the Spuyen Duyvil Rail Bridge was stuck in the lower position and boats could not pass. The ticket agent promised that the tour would... More

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Fountain Valley
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86 reviews 86 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
156 helpful votes 156 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

This harbor cruise is 75 minutes and takes you from the harbor to the Statue of Liberty travelling by Ellis Island and close enough that you get a great picture of the building of the new Ground zero tower. More

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Florida, USA
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

We've been to New York City a number of times, but had never done the Harbor Cruise Tour. We decided this time it was a MUST! We looked at reviews and booked the 2 hour semi-circle tour with CIrcle Line. It was wonderful, and am so glad we didn't do the 3 hour tour. This 2 hour was perfect! Loved... More

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isle of man
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

When visiting New York City I recomend that you take a Harbor Lights Circle line Cruise. It sets off at 7pm at night for two hours, you will see the sun set over the city and for the last hour see all the bright lights from the skyscrappers at night. The comenmentry was good and the man had a good... More

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