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| New York Water Taxi Gateway to America Tour and Bonus FlexPass* is one choice with the New York City Explorer Pass |
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Narrated by Kathleen turner, National Park Rangers and prominent New Yorkers; the Gateway to America Tour tells the story of the harbor from its settlement by Native Americans through the tragic events of 9/11 and to the present. Prepare to see stunning views of Lady Liberty, Castle Clinton, Ellis Island, Governor's Island and the Brooklyn Bridge.
As a bonus, during the warmer months, your Gateway to America Cruise also includes a Flex Pass (allows you to choose any ONE of the tours listed below), giving you the most choice for exploring New York City.
Address: Departs from South Street Seaport's Pier 17.
Phone: 212-742-1969
Web: www.nywatertaxi.com
Cost without the New York City Explorer Pass:
Adult $30.00
Hours:
April 12th–December 31: Daily, every hour from 11:00 am–5:00 pm (6:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday)
January 1–April 11: Daily 11:00 am
Closed: Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
All holidays are subject to change without notice.
Directions:
By Subway: Take the 2, 3 trains to Fulton St. and walk east to South Street Seaport; or take the 4,5 to Braodway/Nassau walk east to South Street Seaport. .
Note: *The tours included on your bonus flex pass are seasonal. Please see each individual tour for dates and hours of operation. Your NYC Explorer Pass must be redeemed at the NY Water Taxi Ticket Desk at South Street Seaport. Please see page 16 for hours of operation, address and directions.
Happy Hour on the Harbor Sunset Cruise (90 minutes): Unwind after a long day of sightseeing with a cocktail and a front-row seat to the sun setting behind the New York City skyline! (Passengers must be at least 21 years old with ID.) Hours: May 26th–September 1st, 7:00 pm
2-day Hop-on/Hop-off Water Taxi Pass: Travel around NYC at your leisure and hop on or hop off at more than a dozen convenient stops, including Water Taxi Beach! Hours: May 1–October 31: Saturday––Sunday, 10:00 am–7:00 pm
Sunset Eco-Tours of the Harbor Heron Islands (90 minutes): Get "up close and personal" with some of the 3,000 gorgeous herons that fly from the South to nest on small islands throughout NY harbor. Hours: June 7th–August 16th: Saturday, 7:00 pm
Fall Foliage (Day Trip): Explore peak foliage season in style and comfort, with great visibility, whatever the weather. Enjoy a continental breakfast, hot cider and a light lunch. Hours: Foliage season varies. Check www.nywatertaxi for times and dates.
Mets Express: Cruise to a Mets game at Shea Stadium (and back)! Offers a cash bar, and riders can bring their own food. Cruise does not include tickets to the game. Hours: Schedule are in sync with all home games. Check www.nywatertaxi.com for times and dates of home games.
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