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Is Staten Island Ferry worth it?

Staten Island Ferry is worth it for most travellers.

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Staten Island Ferry is worth it for most travellers.

By how you’re travelling
By what you’re into
The vibe check

Twenty-five free minutes with the Statue off the starboard rail and Lower Manhattan shrinking behind you. No crown, no museum — just the view, the wind, and a turnaround at the other end.

The basics
Price
Free
Time
1 hr round-trip
Good for
Solo, Couple, Friends, Multigen, Kids
Last verified
2026-06-06
How we verified

Facts checked against primary sources; the verdict is scored on taste axes, not paid placement.

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