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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 #72 of 224 tours in New York City
4.0 of 5 stars 491 Reviews
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BANKSVILLE,NY
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW via mobile

A terrific way for domestic and foreign tourists to learn about about our great city. I live in the city and still enjoyed the informative narrative from the guide and all the sites one misses from the street view. Get to the boat early as the best seats are outside in the back. Try to sit on the PORT (left)... More

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Wolseley, Western Cape, South Africa
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

This is a great trip - we did the 2 hour cruise. Fantastic to see Manhattan from the water and we went around the Statue of Liberty, past Ellis Island and under the bridges. Guide very informative and made it a very pleasant experience.

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dtw
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
53 helpful votes 53 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We took the 2 hour cruise because the 3 hour tour was sold out and we're glad we did. We got bored after an hour even with all the trivia. It was a scenic ride but we wished we'd taken the 30 minute Beast Speedboat ride reaching 45 mph instead. We got 20% off coupons online at www.smartsave.com/CirceLine

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Hewitt, NJ
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47 reviews 47 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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We did the 2 hour sightseeing tour which includes seeing the World Trade Centers under construction, Statue of LIberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Woodside bridges. The tour guide was very interesting as well. Look online for discount codes to prepay your tickets online; they are good for 1 year. Get there 45 minutes before departure if you want to... More

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Hamilton, Canada
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 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!

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West Palm Beach, Florida
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 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
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

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

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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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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 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 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 24 May 2012

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.

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