A great and cheap way to see Statue of Liberty. Efficient service. I do think that the company should do more to keep the tourist boat scammers out off the building and off the Island ferry property. They will tell you that since covid the ferry does not pass by the Statue of Liberty, that when the ferry gets to statton island there is a 1 hr turn around. And they want you on there boats. The scammers boats leave from the mid town area. Statton island ferry is free, it does fo right past the Statue of liberty and unless you want to get off at the Statue use the Statton island ferry.

What a lovely, relaxing experience. When you board, go to YOUR right. That's the side that goes closest to the Statue of Liberty. However, we were able to move freely from side to side and from upper to lower deck. Restrooms are on the ferry- use them! It's difficult to find public restrooms in the city. We rode straight the Staten Island, got off, and immediately got back on to go to Manhattan. Nice and warm inside, but ability to go outside, too. I recommend this FREE ride to everyone!

Our New York friend (who joined us) said that the Staten Island Ferry is a must-do as it’s free and has very good views of the Statue of Liberty and of the New York City skyline. She was spot on. It’s a wonder the ferry wasn’t leaning to one side as most of the people were crowding the rails and windows as we passed the Statue of Liberty. Not quite as close as one of the paid tours out past the grand old lady, but pretty good nonetheless.

Great Free ferry to see status of liberty!! They runs 30 minutes and the ferry is huge!! Stay on the right side on the way to the island if you want to see the status of liberty, and on the left side when coming back to manhattan!!

Take the subway to the Whitehall station (battery park) exit to South Ferry. Do not give attention to the people trying to sell you tickets. The State Island ferry is FREE. Walk up the stairs inside the terminal, keep straight, and check the next ferry times on the big screen. Once the ferry arrives and the gates open, you just need to get in end enjoy!!

The tour is worth it if you have no intention of taking the trip to the Statue of Liberty. The ferry has an external part (right side on the way out and left on the way back) that passes in front of the statue. The tour is free, there is a ferry every 15 minutes and the tour should take around 20 minutes. It's also very beautiful to see Manhattan from afar. The photos of the city are beautiful. With the statue you need zoom or a good camera. But I really enjoyed it. It wasn't crowded when I went and there is an outlet at the exit of the station. It's quite windy, so on cold days it can be bad. A boat was closed, so it was more pleasant.

As it is free, the Staten Island ferry offers a terrific way for all visitors to get out in the New York Harbor for some amazing views of the Manhattan skyline. You will also pass by the Statue of Liberty although the views are closer on the trip out to Staten Island rather than the return given the course that the ferry takes. However, the Ferry can get packed with likeminded tourists, and you will be shoulder to shoulder with others if you want a spot along the railing. Board as soon as you can and try to stake out a spot on the right side of the ferry as you look out to the water. Alternatively grab a spot on the back (or front of the ferry when returning) for amazing views of Lower Manhattan. Once at Staten Island, you can return immediately or grab an ice cream from Haagen-Dazs or a drink at the River Dock Cafe and admire the views before heading back.

Was a bit excited about what this trip would offer because there seemed to be quite a lot of people in the waiting area. But it is a large ferry, so there was plenty of room at the back of the ferry, where we had a good view of the Statue of Liberty on the crossing. Waited about 30 minutes to come back and here the view over the skyline was really good - and actually also got closer to the Statue of Liberty on the return trip. Definitely thought this trip is worth taking if it's just the view and photos you want.

Free ferry ride providing brilliant views of the Statue of Liberty. Having done this before the trip is as good as we remember. Also paid for a trip out to see the Statue on a previous city visit. This free trip was just as good. May be a little crowded

If you are in NYC, this is a must do! No cost to ride the ferry over and back. It’s clearly not a “tour” with a guide, but it’s free! Gets within a couple hundred yards of the statue. Pretty quick subway ride from the theater district which only cost $2.90 each way and drops you off right at the ferry entrance.