The Staten Island Ferry runs 5.2 miles across the New York Harbor, transporting an average of over 70,000 people each day between Staten Island and Manhattan. From the private individuals who ferried people across the harbor in the 1700s, the Staten Island Ferry has since grown to include nine vessels that are free for passengers and make over 100 scheduled trips each day. This practical transportation service is not just a means of travel; it’s also a tourist attraction in its own right. During the 25-minute ride to and from Staten Island, the ferry offers its passengers some amazing views of the New York Harbor, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, and the New York City skyline.

Whitehall Terminal: 4 Whitehall St, New York, NY 10004, St. George Terminal: 1 Bay St, Staten Island, NY 10301

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