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All the cool (and free) ferry rides available in New York

• Aniyah Smith
• Posted on June 17, 2019
• Updated on February 24, 2023

Much of New York City’s beauty can be found in its skyline, parks, and diverse cultural communities. But some of the most gorgeous parts of the city stem from the fact that it’s surrounded by water. To enjoy the true beauty of NYC, take an awesome ferry ride, offering photo-ops of the Statue of Liberty, Manhattan Bridge, and more. These five ferries in NYC are sure to be a blast.

Staten Island Ferry

The Staten Island Ferry is totally free. This ferry runs 24 hours a day and transports people from the suburbs to Manhattan in 25 minutes. While still a commuter necessity, more and more sightseers are taking it to get off the streets and see the stunning panoramas of lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty.

Tips & What to Expect!

• This ferry is the world’s busiest passenger only route! We suggest avoiding the rush hours in the morning and evening to avoid the crowds
• You can board the Staten Island Ferry at the Whitehall Ferry Terminal near Battery Park ! If you’re hungry this terminal has a few places for a quick snack.
• Once on board, go to one of the outer decks to check out the spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline during your ride
• If traveling towards Staten Island , look out the right side of the boat for a view of the Statue of Liberty on Liberty Island

Once you reach Staten Island , you’ll have to exit the boat and re-board at the St. George Terminal to head back to Manhattan.

East River Ferry

This ferry ticket only costs $2.75, the same as the city’s subway fare. The East River Ferry connects lower and midtown Manhattan, and makes stops in Brooklyn and Queens. This tour gives you views of lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, Freedom Tower, Brooklyn Bridge and more.

This NYC ferry is an easy and practical way to get around and explore New York City. Some highlights include

Highlights of this Ferry

• Wall Street/ Pier 11 stop where you can take a tour of the 9/11 museum, walk around lower Manhattan , or go to the top of the One World Observatory
• North Williamsburg- if you love art, this stop is for you! Take the Williamsburg Street Art tour or take the bus to the Bushwick Street Art tour
• Hunters Point South- a great area for beer lovers! You can explore all the micro-breweries in this area
• The Empire State Building
• Grand Central
• Times Square

Water Taxi Ikea Ferry

This ferry service runs from the Wall Street Terminal to Red Hook, Brooklyn. Tickets are free on weekends and $5 on weekdays. If you make a minimum purchase of $10 at IKEA, your weekday ride is free. It’s a great way to get to Red Hook Brooklyn and back to the city without taking the subway.

This ferry ride takes 20 to 30 minutes and gives you great views of the city on the way there! This ferry service drops you off right at the IKEA store so you can do some shopping or explore Red Hook.

New York Harbor Hop On Hop Off Cruise

These cruise boats are hard to miss at the pier, as they look just like New York taxis: bright and yellow. At $37 a ticket, this cruise leaves New York Harbor daily, offering ferry riders views of the Chrysler and Empire State Buildings, the Brooklyn Bridge , Governor’s Island , Battery Park,  and the Statue of Liberty. The entire loop can be done in 70 minutes, or you can hop on and off to explore the city and its great eats and attractions.

What to Expect

• 1 hour 30 minute cruise, with stops in Midtown and Downtown
• Hop-on and hop-off up to three times!
• Live tour guide with narration
• A full bar on board with concessions available

Hornblower Rock the Yacht New York Party Cruise

This 3-hour party cruise leaves the city’s pier and offers live DJ entertainment with an open bar and bar food. The cruise has photo-ops of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge and beautiful views of the city skyline through the Hudson River . The tour starts in April and ends in October, Thursday through Saturday. Tickets range from $35 and up. Summer is on the way, and good times wait for no one. Common members in New York can take advantage of any of these ferries and tour the city by way of water. Find our homes near these fun cruises, ferries, and other boats. Take a free tour today.

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NYC for Free: Free Boat Ride, Museums, and Walking Tours

Whether you are solo visiting New York City on a budget, are looking for free things for families to do, are enjoying a visit with friends or are on a couple's getawau, there are some excellent opportunities to enjoy some of the best of New York City without spending a dime.

You'll want to see NYC from the water, taken in a few museums, and go on a walking tour to learn more about New York City's iconic neighborhoods.

Free NYC Boat Rides

The Staten Island Ferry is rumored to be "the cheapest date around." A cruise on the Staten Island Ferry will cost you nothing as you enjoy the hour-long round-trip from Battery Park (South Ferry Subway station) to the borough of Staten Island. During the trip you can experience some of the same fabulous views that the pricier trips offer, including the skyscrapers and bridges of lower Manhattan, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty .

Check out the weekday or weekend schedules for the ferry and plan your free cruise. A couple of things to note: 1) you will have to get off the boat in Staten Island and get back on, even if you just want to ride back and forth and 2) the sightseeing cruises get much closer to the Statue of Liberty (& include time for a photo-op with the Statue of Liberty behind you) but since this is a commuter ferry, the Staten Island Ferry doesn't get as close or stop for photos.

Free NYC Museums

National Museum of the American Indian : The sixteenth museum in the Smithsonian Institution, the national museum works in collaboration with Native peoples of the Western Hemisphere to preserve, study, and exhibit the lives, history, and art of Native Americans. The museum is housed in the historic Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House and museum admission is free daily. The museum is located in lower Manhattan on Bowling Green, just a short walk from the Staten Island Ferry .

Goethe House: Learn about German life and culture at the library and gallery of the Goethe Institut. Exhibits, lectures, and performances are changed regularly. The museum is located on Spring Street and is open Monday through Friday. Admission to the exhibits and lectures is free. The library is closed Mondays and costs $10 ($5 for students) for year-long access.

New York Public Library: Entrance to exhibits at the four major Manhattan branches as well as borough branches is free. The various branches of the library are located throughout the city— check out the current exhibit schedule and descriptions to find out what most interests you. Exhibits are as diverse as the libraries themselves—from science, industry, and business to performing arts and the humanities.

Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum: The only U.S. museum dedicated to contemporary and historic design is open free to the public on Saturdays from 6-9 p.m. Located on museum mile at 91st Street and 5th Avenue, the museum is open daily except for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. In addition to the permanent collection , there are changing exhibitions .

See the list of Free and Pay-What-You-Wish Days at NYC Museums for more ways to enjoy the museums of NYC on the cheap.

Free NYC Walking Tours

One fun and free walking tour is available every Friday at 12:30 p.m. Meet the guide at the Sculpture Court at 120 Park Avenue (southwest corner of East 42nd Street). You'll be treated to a wonderful tour of Grand Central Station and the surrounding neighborhood. The 90-minute tour also includes many neighborhood highlights, including Pershing Square and the  Chrysler Building .

Walking offers you the opportunity to see and experience a  neighborhood  up-close and learn about the people and places that make it unique. These free walking tours cover a variety of neighborhoods, as well as two of  New York City's great parks —Central Park and the High Line. Free tours tend to attract large groups, so you're not going to get the same intimate experience you might experience some of New York City's best walking tours, but you can't beat the price.

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The Top Free Things To Do at Walt Disney World without a Park Ticket

There is so much to enjoy at Walt Disney World without having to purchase a park ticket, and best of all everything we have listed here is free. Let the magic begin!

Visiting Walt Disney World Resort can be very expensive, but did you know you can experience the magic of a visit Walt Disney World without every having spend a dime?

It's true, there is a ton of magical things to do within Walt Disney World Resort without every having to purchase a park ticket!

You can enjoy the spectacular fireworks, relaxing boat rides, meet iconic characters, watch classic Disney movies, and more, read on for how to enjoy Walt Disney World without breaking the bank.

Free Things To Do at Walt Disney World without a Park Ticket!

Enjoy Free Parking at Disney Springs

Yes, we know how expensive parking at the theme parks can be, right now parking at Walt Disney World theme parks will set you back $25, but if you wish to enjoy the free things to do at Walt Disney World, you don't need to spend a dime, simply park at Disney Springs which is FREE and use the FREE Disney Transportation to get around the resort

Visit Disney Springs

Since we've parked at Disney Springs for FREE, we might as well start our free fun at Walt Disney World in Disney Springs!

Disney Springs is a wonderful place to waste away a few hours or more, and it's free to visit, with a ton of things that won't cost a dime.

When you're in Disney Springs, you really feel the Disney Magic all around you, well love the atmosphere here, day or night there is something truly magical about the entire place.

Stroll through Town Center at Disney Springs to view vibrant displays from talented artists at the Art Walk, then let the kids enjoy the interactive fountains, while everyone will love checking out a unique collection of stores including The Coca Cola Store where you can meet the Coca Cola polar bear for free, then head to M&M's World where you can have a picture taken with the M & M characters, and you gotta visit the Lego Imagination Center, and play with lots of free Lego!

Plus, don't forget to visit the word's largest Disney Store, and more, plus you can then take a break at The Welcome Center with air conditioning, comfy chairs and free ice water.

Another wonderful activity at Disney Springs is to sut back, relax and enjoy a multitude of free entertainment at multiple locations where talented local musicians and bands perform in the evening, plus House of Blues frequently offers free live music at its Front Porch Bar, Raglan Road usually has free live music on their patio, and on a Saturday morning there is even a free kids club with lots of entertainment!

Oh, and don't forget to stop into Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop for a complimentary sample of delicious Ghirardelli Chocolate, then head to Basin to wash your sticky hands with the free samples of amazing Basin products, it's like a spa for your hands!

Ride The Famous Walt Disney World Monorail

You can't visit Walt Disney World, and NOT ride the monorail, it's completely FREE, and there is thee different Monorail rides that you can enjoy.

The inner Monorail circles the three Monorail resorts, Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian. You can get off and explore each resort, or just enjoy the ride and the view, as often as you wish.

You can also ride the express Monorail that just goes between the Ticket and Transportation Center and the Magic Kingdom for the same view, but no stops at the resorts, although this can get very busy!

The third option is the longest, with the highway in the sky talking you from the Ticket and Transportation Center to Epcot, this is an amazing trip offering great views of the resort, plus you get to ride through the center of EPCOT, giving you an up close view of Spaceship Earth and the entire theme park.

Enjoy A Leisurely Boat Ride

Another AWESOME free activity at Walt Disney World is to enjoy messing around the water, with a relaxing FREE boat ride, of in fact, several different FREE boat rides!

All of the water transportation options at Walt Disney World are free, and offer a relaxing way to enjoy the resort from the water, with unique and quite stunning views,day or night.

Options include taking a friendship boat and cruising the loop around Crescent Lake, which visits Epcot, Boardwalk, Yacht/Beach Club, Swan/Dolphin, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios without going into the parks.

Take the boat that visits the Magic Kingdom, Contemporary, Wilderness Lodge and Ft. Wilderness, or the boat that visits the Polynesian, Grand Floridian and Magic Kingdom.

Or another great option is the Water Taxi from Disney Springs to Port Orleans or Old Key West and back, along the Sassagoula River. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the view!

Ride The Disney Skyliner

You can ride the Disney Skyliner cable-car system for for FREE, this is a great option if you want to get some great views of Walt Disney World from above.

You can get on and off at Art of Animation/Pop Century Resorts, Caribbean Beach Resort, Riviera Resort and at Epcot and Hollywood Studios.

In addition to taking a scenic ride, you can get off at any one of the Skyliner resorts and take a stroll and explore for free.

Stroll Along Disney's BoardWalk

Inspired by turn-of-the-century boardwalks like Coney Island and Atlantic City, at Disney's BoardWalk you will feel like you have stepped back into a bygone era.

Disney's boardWalk is FREE to visit, explore the are by enjoying a stroll around Crescent Lake, taking in the sights and sounds of this beautiful resort.

Soak in the atmosphere, and in the evening you can enjoy street performers, including jugglers, comedians, fire-eaters, jazz ensembles, and more!

Explore Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts, and the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Hotels, and at any time of the day or nigh you can take a trip on a friendship boat!

Watch The Enchanting Electrical Water Pageant

Don't miss the FREE Electrical Water Pagent, a true Walt Disney World classic attraction that has been performed each night on the Seven Seas Lagoon in front of Magic Kingdom since 1971.

A bright green sea monster leads an enchanting, twinkling musical pageant you can see and hear from locations along the shore. The procession includes a stirring and inspirational medley of patriotic songs while stars and stripes float along the shimmering water.

Don’t miss this beloved nighttime delight!

Watch the Pageant from viewing spots along the shore at these locations:

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort

Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa (including Narcoossee's)

Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground

Disney’s Contemporary Resort

Enjoy Free Entertainment Throughout The Resort

Discover lots of FREE entertainment throughout Walt Disney World.

Talented musical performers can be found regularly throughout the resort, especially daily free entertainment at Disney Springs, Disney’s BoardWalk, and at several lounges in moderate and deluxe Disney resorts.

Highlights at the resorts include live jazz at Scat Cat’s Club at Disney’s Port Orleans – French Quarter, family-friendly fun with Yehaa Bob at River Roost Lounge at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside, or unwind to some relaxing piano music in the lobby of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort.

Join In Chip 'n' Dale's Free Campfire Sing-A-Long

Roast marshmallows, sing songs and share hugs with Chip 'n' Dale at Fort Wilderness Campground.

Bring your own marshmallows and sticks, or purchase a s’mores kit from the Chuckwagon Snack Bar. After you enjoy the gooey goodness, croon along to old-time favorites led by a guitar-playing cowboy, as Chip ‘n Dale visit for photos, autographs, smiles and fun.

After the cowboy sing-along, cozy up for a classic Disney movie in a theater under the stars. As night falls, the fun moves toward the giant screen, where cowpokes of all ages can delight in a favorite Disney movie shown in the fresh evening air.

Visit The Charming Tri-Circle-D Ranch

Enjoy a FREE stroll through the stable at Disney's Tri-Circle-D Ranch, here you can visit Cinderella’s Ponies and the majestic horses of Main Street, U.S.A. plus see the Headless Horseman’s trusty steed from the yearly Halloween parade.

Discover the Dragon Calliope—the horse-drawn musical instrument that Walt Disney purchased for the Mickey Mouse Club Circus Parade at Disneyland Park in the 1950s.

Animal lovers of all ages will delight in the variety of breeds that live at Tri-Circle-D Ranch, including Appaloosas, Arabians, Belgians, Clydesdales, Percherons and Quarter Horses, plus Shetland Ponies.

Check Out The Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

Visiting the Walt Disney World Resort hotels is a magical experience in its own right, exploring the resort hotels is an enjoyable adventure not to be missed.

Check out the immersive theming and design, visit the restaurants and shops, then enjoy the FREE activities, you can spend days just appreciating everything each resort has to offer.

There is so many amazing photo opportunities too, honestly, don't miss this amazing FREE and fun thing to do on your next vacation.

Enjoy A Free Movie Under the Stars

Complimentary movie screenings are available at the Walt Disney World Resort hotels outside each evening under the stars.

Whether you're sitting poolside or surrounded by Floridian woodlands, enjoy relaxing evening entertainment that’s fun for the whole family!

Movie schedules rotate from resort to resort, so ask at the front desk for the most up-to-date slate of films showing.

Join A Resort Tour At Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge

At the gorgeous Animal kingdom Lodge you can take part in a fascinating FREE Culinary Tour.

The 30 minute Culinary Tour is a hidden gem at Walt Disney World, and everyone is welcome to take part, and you even get to enjoy food samples from the resort’s highly regarded table service restaurants, Boma and Jiko.

The tour is led by a cultural representative who will inform you how African cultures were incorporated into the resort’s design and cuisine.

Go On A Scavenger Hunt For Hidden Mickeys

Hidden Mickeys are a little extra touch of Disney magic that you can discover throughout Walt Disney World, and at selected Walt Disney World Resorts including Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, there are scavenger hunts that everyone can take part in for FREE and win a prize.

Hidden Mickeys are cleverly hidden throughout the resort hotels, go to the front desk at the resort for a scavenger hunt checklist, track them down, then claim your reward from the front desk.

See Animals on the Savanna at Animal Kingdom Lodge

At Walt Disney World you can see the wild animals of Africa without having to purchase a ticket to Dsiney's Animal Kingdom!

Visit the beautiful Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, and you will discover a resort which is surrounded by awe inspiring savannas where you can see a variety of African wildlife.

Several savannas are accessible to everyone at the resort’s lobbies at Kidani Village and Jambo House, and if you visit at night, you may even get the chance to look for animals through night-vision goggles.

Watch The Thrilling Fireworks at EPCOT

You can catch the regular nightly performance of the "EPCOT Forever" nighttime fireworks spectacular for FREE at Disney's Boardwalk Resort.

For the best view of the fireworks, watch from outside the Atlantic Dance Hall. Or you can watch from Disney’s Beach Club Resort beach.

Catch The Magic Kingdom Nighttime Spectacular

You can easily watch the nightly nighttime spectacular, Happily Ever After from outside Magic Kingdom for FREE.

Get an incredible view of the Happily Ever After fireworks spectacular lghting up the night sky without stepping foot in Magic Kingdom.

Locations to watch the nighttime spectacular include:

Ticket and Transportation Center, this is a great spot, its convenient location across the Seven Seas Lagoon from the Magic Kingdom making it an excellent place for watching fireworks outside the parks, and you can get back quickly to your car or resort before the crowds leave the park!

Another popular location is outside the resorts around the Seven Seas Lagoon, you can get great views from both the Polynesian and Grand Floridian Resorts, especially the beaches, over at the Contemporary head inside and watch from the observation deck located on the 4th floor concourse, or as many folks do, or from the stairwells of the hotel.

Another option is to catch the fireworks from the Ferryboat that travels between Ticket and Transportation Center and Magic Kingdom, if you time it right, it is possible to get a spectacular view of the fireworks from the ferryboat as it crosses back and forth!

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I've lived in NYC for 4 years, and the Staten Island Ferry is my favorite free activity when I have visitors

• I live in New York City and often take visitors on the Staten Island Ferry. 
• The ferry runs 24/7 and is totally free for a 25-minute ride from Lower Manhattan to the island. 
• I recommend the ferry to all New York City tourists on a budget for the stunning skyline views.

When you live in New York City , everyone wants to visit you. 

I should know. I moved to the city four years ago and have had countless visits from friends and family members who both miss me and want to explore the iconic metropolis I call home.

To show my guests a good time on a budget, I often take them to the Staten Island Ferry — a free boat ride from Lower Manhattan to Staten Island with stunning views of New York from the water. I highly recommend it to any city dwellers with loved ones coming to town. 

In 2019, I moved to New York City. Since then, I've had several friends and family members visit me, so I'm always looking for fun, low-budget activities to show them around.

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From the high line elevated trail to central park strolls, there's plenty to do here without spending a dime..

But to me, the best free tourist attraction isn't an attraction at all — it's the Staten Island Ferry.

This ferry provides free rides between Lower Manhattan and Staten Island 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, according to The City of New York.

Source: The City of New York

The city took over the operations of the ferry in 1905, and The New York Times reported that it became free to ride in 1997.

Source: The New York Times

Today, the ferry transports more than 12 million passengers each year, according to The City of New York.

To get to the ferry from Manhattan, I take visitors to the Whitehall Terminal for a free ride to Staten Island. If anyone tries to sell you tickets, the ferry's website warns that it's a scam.

Source: Staten Island Ferry

Once on board, there are plenty of places to sit or stand and take in the views of the city. I recommend standing at the back of the boat to see the Manhattan skyline as you sail away.

After a 25-minute ride, the ferry arrives at Staten Island's St. George terminal and passengers get off. At this point, I like to get right back on for another half-hour journey back to the city.

I usually time these rides around sunset so my visitors can see golden hour turn to dusk over the city sights.

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Harbor Tours

Port Tampa Bay is hosting a quarterly educational Harbor Tour to the community, free of charge. The waterside tour, provided in partnership with the Yacht Starship, is a complementary boat excursion to learn more about Port Tampa Bay. The Yacht Starship is a 180-feet, exquisite yacht with 3 decks, and four separate indoor and air conditioned rooms. Guests will learn about the region's largest economic engine, Port Tampa Bay, while enjoying the Yacht Starship's expansive promenade deck for sightseeing and great views of the Port. 

Each quarter we welcome our maritime partners such as the Propeller Club - Port of Tampa, Tampa Bay Maritime Scholarship Foundations, the Seafarer's Center, the U.S. Coast Guard and others in sharing the information about the reach the port has on the region. Thank you to the Yacht Starship for their support in showcasing our waterways!

Port Tampa Bay is Florida's largest port, supporting nearly 85,000+ jobs and generating more than $17 billion in annual economic impact. In addition to being a top 10 U.S. cruise port, the port handles a wide array of bulk, break bulk, containers and roll-on/roll-off cargoes, and is a major shipbuilding and repair center. We look forward to showcasing this on your tour. Check out the tour dates below!

To learn more about the Yacht Starship, or to book private tours, visit  https://www.yachtstarship.com .

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Tours begin boarding at 9:30 am, tour departs at 10:00 am and returns at 12:00 noon. Water is provided and other soft drinks can be purchased on board by electronic payment only - no cash.

Friday, April 5, 2024: Welcome to Port Tampa Bay!  This tour has been filled.  Please check back on June 26 to register for the July 12 tour. An overview of Port Tampa Bay and showcasing partnerships with The Propeller Club - Port of Tampa, The Maritime Scholarship Foundation, Seafer's Center, U.S. Coast Guard and many more.  

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Tuesday March 7, 2023:  Welcome to Port Tampa Bay! An overview of Port Tampa Bay and showcasing partnerships with The Propeller Club - Port of Tampa, The Maritime Scholarship Foundation, Seafer's center, U.S. Coast Guard and many more. 

Friday, July 28, 2023:  Guests learned about Port Tampa Bay's environmental stewardship and visited bird nesting sactuary islands. Check out this video from 10 News:  Great Day Live Take a Tour of Port Tampa Bay .

Thursday, September 14, 2023:  This tour focused on career opportunities throughout the Tampa Bay area.

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The Wharf Jitney is a free boat service operated by The Wharf that ferries passengers between Recreation Pier and East Potomac Park. 

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Take the Wharf Jitney from Recreation Pier to East Potomac Park . Explore this 400-acre man-made island’s numerous amenities, including a golf courses, a driving range, miniature golf course, public swimming pool, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, picnic area, and several athletic fields. It is also a popular destination for fishermen, cyclists, walkers, inline skaters, and runners. 

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The Wharf Jitney operates 12:00pm - 6:00pm every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through November 2. Beginning November 3, The Wharf Jitney will operate from 12:00pm-4:30pm every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The Wharf Jitney's last day of operation is December 2. 

The Wharf Jitney operation is subject to weather conditions. 

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Lying at a depth of 5 (Pechatniki station) to 80 metres (Park Pobedy station), the history of the last eight decades unfold before your eyes, carved out of marble and granite and built in iron and glass – revealing the tastes, ideas, dreams, hopes and disappointments of the previous generations and contemporaries. The Moscow Metro dates back to 1931, when its construction first began, although engineers Pyotr Balinsky and Evgeny Knorre submitted their first designs to the Moscow City Duma as far back as 1902. “His speeches carried a strong temptation: like a true demon, he would promise to cast Moscow down to the bottom of the sea and raise it above the clouds”, a journalist for the Russkoye Slovo newspaper commented on Balinsky’s idea. Yet the Duma, made up of rich people, did not bite the bait: after all, they all lived in the centre of the city and never rode overcrowded trams.

After five failed proposals before the Duma, the Moscow Metro finally threw open its doors on May 15, 1935, 18 years after the revolution, and carried the first passengers on its moving staircases, escalators, and the padded seats of its new wagons (unlike the wooden seats in trams). The first metro line – from Sokolniki to Dvorets Sovetov (now known as Kropotkinskaya) -- was 11 km long and had 13 stations. Now, the Moscow Metro has a track of over 300 km with 12 lines and 182 stations. The city’s development outline for 2020 envisages that, by then, another 120 km will have been added to the existing routes.

For the first 20 years of its history, the Moscow Metro was named after Lazar Kaganovich, the “iron commissar” and Stalin’s right hand man, who was in-charge of construction of the first stage of the metro (incidentally, he personally blew up the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour in December 1931 as a part of the Proletarian Capital project). In 1955, however, the Metro was renamed after Vladimir Lenin. Although Russia has long since changed its political track, you can still find the images of the former leader at over 10 stations, including, for instance, busts of Lenin at Belorusskaya and Komsomolskaya stations, impressive mosaics at Baumanskaya and Kievskaya stations, a tile panel in the passage between the Borovitskaya and Biblioteka Imeni Lenina stations. By a bitter irony of fate, Lenin’s full-face and side-face images decorate the Tsaritsyno (translated as the Tsarina’s Estate) station (dubbed Lenino up until 1990) – images of the very person who ordered the shooting of the royal family. You will not, however, find any images of Stalin in Moscow’s underground. A symbol of Russia's victory, he was omnipresent in the late 1940s. After his death in 1953 and the denunciation of Stalin’s personality cult, his images were gradually withdrawn from the Moscow Metro.

“Architecture developed along the same lines, both above and below the surface. Anything that emerged above ground had a reflection underground. It is equally true that vice versa never occurred: good architecture underground but bad architecture above the ground,” says Nikolay Shumakov, chief architect of the Moscow Metro. The first metro stations, up until the mid-1950s, were conceived and built as luxurious “palaces for the people”, great architecture for a great state. Art historians insist that the richly-decorated underground was a deliberate ideological move to eulogise the young Soviet country. Stations built between 1937 and 1955 are characteristic of the first architectural period. Everything completed at this time is worthy of special attention. For instance, look at the ceiling at Mayakovskaya and Novokuznetskaya stations to see mosaic panels based on designs by artist Alexander Deineka – 24-Hour Soviet Sky and Heroic Labour of the Soviet People on the Home Front. The mosaics were assembled by famous mosaic artist Vladimir Frolov, author of the mosaic icons in St. Petersburg’s Church of the Saviour on Blood. The Ploshchad Revolutsii station was decorated with 76 bronze sculptures of workers, soldiers, farmers, students and other Soviet people. You can even find a frontier guard with a dog and rub its nose for good luck. You may also note that all the figures (except pioneers) are either sitting or bent, which engendered the sad joke – “Any Soviet man is either in jail or on his knees.”

 Elements of decoration in Moscow's metro.   Photos by Alexandr Ganyushin

1955 heralded the end of the good times for Russian architecture – both underground and above ground – after the Communist Party issued a decree "On elimination of extravagance in design and construction.” Dull stations, without any stucco work, mosaics, original columns or other “unjustified” elements, were built under the slogan “Kilometres at the expense of architecture”. Things were the same above the ground, where entire cities were built of commonplace five-storey apartment blocks, all looking the same, nicknamed ‘Khrushchevkas’ after the then leader, Nikita Khrushchev. To get a sense of this period’s architecture, see the few stations built in the 1960s-1980s like Tverskaya, Kitay-Gorod and Kolomenskaya. In 2002, with the reconstruction of the Vorobyovy Gory station, the development of the Moscow Metro entered a third stage, which could be defined as ‘renaissance’. The platform of the station offers a splendid view of the Moskva River, the Luzhniki Olympic Complex and the Academy of Sciences building. Architectural canons of the 1930s-1940s were once again in use in the design of underground stations. By the same token, artists once again become involved in decorating the stations. As such, the Sretensky Bulvar station boasts silhouettes of Pushkin, Gogol, and Timiryazev and Moscow sights; the Dostoevskaya station is decorated with black-and-white panels featuring the main characters from Dostoyevsky’s novels The Idiot, Demons, Crime and Punishment, The Brothers Karamazov, and the Maryina Roshcha station flaunts its pastoral mosaic landscapes. In 2004, Russia's first monorail transport system was launched into service – an elevated track (running 6 to 12 metres above the ground) in the northern part of Moscow, linking the All-Russian Exhibition Centre and the Timiryazevskaya metro station. The evolution of the Moscow Metro goes on. It’s still a work in progress, with ambitious plans to move the Moscow Metro even closer to passengers over the next ten years, not just by adding an extra 120 km to its total track. “We want to strip the stations of everything we can,” says Nikolai Shumakov. “We are trying to show the passengers their very framework, what the metro is made of. Cast iron and concrete are beautiful.”

Joy ride: Read Gogol, Dante or savour art

The Aquarelle Train.   Source: Reuters/Vostock-Photo

With any luck, you can ride in a retro train, a moving art gallery or a library. The trains are actually a part of the general traffic (i.e., they do not run to any special schedule) and are used on certain lines. The Reading Moscow Train , an ordinary train on the face of it, features extracts from literary works for adults and children. Each wagon has its own selection, from children’s fairy tales to Gogol. Circle Line. The Poetry in Metro Train carries an exposition, updated this year, dedicated to Italian poets Dante Alighieri, Francesco Petrarch, Giacomo Leopardi, etc. All the poems are featured in two languages, Russian and Italian. Filevskaya Line. The Sokolniki Retro Train looks exactly like the first Moscow Metro train, both inside and out. Painted brown, it has padded seats, typical wall decorations and retro lamps. Sokolnicheskaya Line. The Aquarelle Train looks like a cabinet painted with flowers and fruit on the outside. Inside, it is an art gallery featuring art reproductions from the Vyatka Apollinary and Viktor Vasnetsov Art Museum. Arbatsko-Pokrovskaya Line.

Revolution Square station (built in 1938) is close to the Red Square area. There are 72 sculptures in the station, depicting the people of the Soviet Union, including soldiers, farmers, athletes, writers, industrial workers and school children.

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This post is about taking the free Staten Island Ferry. As local tour guides, we've all taken the ferry several times because it's a great free way to get out on the water and enjoy the views.

Here we share insider tips like the best time to take the ferry, where to stand for the best views of the Statue of Liberty and Lower Manhattan and more.

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Our popular group consists of locals, regular visitors to NYC, and those just getting to know the city. There's no need to join the group to read posts, comments and recommendations. 

So take a look at our group for more ideas or ask a question yourself!

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INTRODUCTION

Riding the free Staten Island Ferry is by far one of the very best bargains in New York City and one of the most memorable things you can do during your trip.

For more travel ideas, check out our definitive guide on Things to Do in NYC .  

The ferry is a commuter ferry that shuttles back and forth from the Whitehall Terminal at the tip of Manhattan to the St. George Ferry Terminal on Staten Island. 

The ferry runs 24 hours a day giving you many opportunities to ride it. You can even ride the ferry at night and see the city sparkle!  

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We have created a GPS-led audio tour to accompany you on your ride to Staten Island and back.

One of our tour guides explains what you will see from the ferry.

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HOW TO GET TO THE FERRY TERMINAL

The Staten Island Ferry leaves from the Whitehall Ferry Terminal, which stands on the southern tip of Lower Manhattan. 

It's best to start by using this Google Maps link for directions to the Staten Island Ferry , by subway, bus, car, or on foot. 

Most people will come by subway, and there are several train lines within a few blocks, so you most likely won't have to change trains to get here.

If you are new to the subway system, check out our posts on which subway pass to buy and  navigating the New York subway . Also, see our post on free subway apps .

Directions by subway

• 1 train to South Ferry - right next to the terminal
• R train to Whitehall Street - a short two-block walk to the terminal
• 4 or 5 trains to Bowling Green - approximately a 7-minute walk to the terminal
• J and Z trains to Broad Street 
• 2 and 3 trains to Wall Street

If you are considering purchasing a hop-on-hop-off bus ticket to get you around or to give you an overview of NYC, then note that all companies have a stop near the Staten Island Ferry. 

PLANNING YOUR TRIP

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How Long is the Staten Island Ferry Round Trip?

You should plan for at least 60 - 90 minutes for your journey once you arrive at Whitehall Ferry Terminal in Lower Manhattan.

The ferry rides each way are approximately 25-30 minutes .

You must get off at the Staten Island side and you can join the queue to take the same ferry back to Manhattan, so it is possible to spend an hour on the ride back and forth. 

However, depending on the size of the crowd that is waiting to go to Manhattan, you may need to take the next ferry for the return trip to Manhattan.

IMPORTANT NOTE : The ferry does not stop at the Statue of Liberty. We have a detailed post on how to get to the Statue of Liberty .  

Is the Staten Island Ferry Free?

The Staten Island Ferry is free! That means the price is zero. There is no ticket needed to ride the ferry in either direction.

Beware of scammers trying to sell you a ticket for the Staten Island Ferry. YOu may see some standing in front of the ferry terminal. Don't engage with them -- just keep walking.

What is the Ferry Schedule?

The Staten Island ferry runs 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. You can ride it day and night. Night rides are quite beautiful.

The ferry schedule is easy to understand. The ferries run every 30 minutes, on the hour and on the half-hour (so, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30). 

There is one exception. During weekday rush hours, the ferries run every 15 minutes.

Rush hours are 6:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

See the full schedule here .

TIP: If you take a night ride, you might consider combining it with our 9/11 Memorial and Brooklyn Bridge Tour  offered at 8 p.m. on several days each week from March through October. 

When is the Best Time to Take the Staten Island Ferry?

Assuming you are starting your voyage from Manhattan, the best time to take a ride is to avoid rush hours, particularly the afternoon rush hour. 

According to the ferry's Facebook page, the most popular weekday off-peak times are from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., with Wednesdays being the busiest day.

If you want a less crowded ferry, we suggest that you take the ferry any weekday between 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. or anytime after 7 p.m.

If you think 7 p.m. is too late, remember that in summer the sun sets much later.

And evening rides on the ferry are beautiful. 

In fact, riding the Staten Island Ferry at this time is one of our top 10 things to do at night in NYC .

Keep in mind that these ferries are huge. They can carry over 6000 passengers.

You shouldn't have any issues taking photos of the Statue of Liberty or other sights along the way.  

Bottom line: Take the ferry when it works best for your schedule. If you have flexibility, use our recommendations above. No matter what time, the ride will be amazing. 

What else should you know? 

• You must get off the ferry at the Staten Island Terminal and then re-board to head back to Manhattan.
• Free Wi-Fi service is available in each terminal and also on the ferries.
• Bikes are permitted aboard the ferry.
• Snacks and food are sold on the ferry, including beer. They are a bit pricey though.
• There are bathrooms on the ferry, though not as clean as the bathrooms in the terminals.
• No smoking is allowed.

VIEWS FROM THE STATEN ISLAND FERRY

The ferry's route offers stunning views of Lower Manhattan , the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island , and Governors Island . +

You can also see the hilly terrain of Brooklyn, and in particular, Brooklyn Heights .  

You will have a slightly distant view of both the Brooklyn Bridge and the Verazzano-Narrows Bridge.

Be sure to take our free guided audio tour to accompany you on your ride on the Staten Island Ferry.

And check out our post on the 28 best spots for views of New York City .

WHERE TO STAND TO GET THE BEST VIEWS

Since the ferries ride back and forth the same route every day, you will have a view of the  Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island  on both legs of the round-trip.  

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Most people want to see Lady Liberty right away, so when you board in Manhattan, head to the right side (starboard side) of the ferry and make your way upstairs to the outdoor deck.

Stake a spot along the railing and as far to the back of the vessel as you can.

This ensures that you will have the best view possible to see the Statue of Liberty on your ride to Staten Island. 

Not all ferries are identical, but the image below is of a typical vessel.

On your return trip, you might like to see the other view, so again, when you board to return to Manhattan, go to the right side (starboard side) upstairs deck of the ferry. 

Although, it should be a bit less crowded on the Statue of Liberty side on the return trip.

For the best Lower Manhattan views and photo-ops, stand in the back of the ferry when departing Manhattan and the front of the ferry when departing Staten Island.

One more point, you can still get good views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and other points of interest in New York Harbor from the lower decks.

These decks don't have outside seating, but there are windows and you can get good photos.

THINGS TO DO IN LOWER MANHATTAN BEFORE OR AFTER YOUR FERRY RIDE 

The Staten Island Ferry is one of the best free attractions in NYC and its Lower Manhattan location means there is plenty to do before or after your ride. 

TIP : Be sure to schedule your ride on the Staten Island Ferry so you can join us on one of our pay-what-you-like Lower Manhattan Tours .

If you prefer, use our free  self-guided tour of Lower Manhattan  or our Lower Manhattan audio tour .  

Here are our recommendations for the best things to do before or after your ferry ride:

• Visit the  9/11 Memorial and Museum.  and soar to the sky at the top of One World Observatory  (Freedom Tower) .
• Explore Battery Park with historic monuments and shady trees and benches.
• Take a Wall Street tour or explore it on your own with our  Self-Guided Walking Tour of Wall Street .
• Take a picture with the iconic  Charging Bull .
• Go to the South Street Seaport  with stunning waterfront views, shopping, and historic buildings and tall ships.
• Stop by  Fraunces Tavern,  the pub where George Washington did when he said farewell to his troops as he left the military to become the first President of the United States.
• Visit the historic and beautiful  Trinity Church  with its magnificent stained-glass windows.

STATEN ISLAND TOUR

This borough is often overlooked by tourists, but Staten Island has quite a bit to offer.

As shown in the video above, there are several attractions near the ferry terminal.

TIP:  One secret tourists don't know about New York City is that Staten Island is home to some of the best pizza in the city!

To find out where you can grab an incredible slice or whole pie, see our post  The Best Pizza in New York City.  

Self-Guided Tour of St. George in Staten Island

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(1)  St. George Ferry Terminal

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(2) The Staten Island September 11th Memorial

The Esplanade, located on the Northern Shore of Staten Island, has unparalleled views of Manhattan’s skyline.  

If you walk along the Esplanade from the Ferry Terminal you will come to the beautiful "Postcards" Memorial, completed in 2004.  Use these Google Maps directions to find it.

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This memorial was the first 9/11 memorial completed in New York City and is dedicated to the 275 Staten Islanders who lost their lives in the 9/11 attack.  

Each victim has a plaque with their name, date of birth, and where they worked at the time of the attack.  

The two fiberglass structures frame the location of the former towers across the river.

(3) Staten Island Borough Hall

10 richmond terrace  .

Staten Island’s Borough Hall is 100 years old and serves as the seat of the local government.  

The building is in the French Renaissance style and has a beautiful clock tower.  

The lobby is decorated with 13 murals, measuring 6.5’ by 13’. These murals depict Staten Island history and were part of a Depression-era WPA project.  

They are the largest collection of WPA artwork anywhere in New York City.

Admission is free.

(4) St. George Theatre

35 Hyatt Street

This magnificent 1800-seat theatre opened in 1929 as a vaudeville and movie house.  

During the day the lobby is open to the public so that visitors can admire the ornate interior, with its large chandeliers and grand staircases.  

The theatre presents a full schedule of performances at night, so check out the St. George Theatre website to see the full lineup!

(5)   Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden

1000 Richmond Terrace

If you are willing to take a 10-minute bus ride, visit the historic and bucolic Snug Harbor Center .

It's free of charge to the public and open 7 days a week from dawn to dusk.

Opened in 1883 as a home for retired sailors, Snug Harbor covers 83 acres and has 20 different gardens.  

There is also a collection of five Greek Revival buildings, the largest group of this kind in the United States.

Today these buildings are museums and art galleries, and one is the second oldest concert hall in New York City.

The enchanting gardens include the Victorian-style White Garden and the Secret Garden, which has a hedge maze.

There is also the New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden which is the only one of its kind in the country.  It is designed to reflect a Ming Dynasty Garden of the 18th and 19th centuries.

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(6) The Staten Island Museum  

1000 Richmond Terrace, Building A

This museum opened in 1881 and is home to over two million artifacts, with some dating back as far as 12,000 years.

They have an extensive art collection, ranging from Ancient Egyptian to Modern art.  

There is a Natural Sciences collection that includes a “Cabinet of Curiosities” and exhibits of native animals.  

The collection of Native American artifacts is considered to be the most comprehensive exhibit about Native Americans in the New York area.  

You can also learn about the Staten Island Ferry's history before you return for your return trip!

Admission is free (with a suggested donation).

See what other free museums there are in New York City.

Quick Facts About Staten Island

Staten Island is the least populous of the five boroughs, but the third-largest in terms of land size.

Staten Island claimed to have the world’s largest landfill, called the Fresh Kills Landfill.

It closed in 2001, reopened briefly to receive the debris cleared from the World Trade Center site, and is now being converted into NYC’s second-largest park.

Staten Island is the only borough not connected to the New York City Subway system.

Cornelius Vanderbilt, the railroad tycoon and financier of Grand Central Station, was born in Port Richmond, Staten Island, on May 27, 1794, of Dutch/English background.

At 16, Vanderbilt started his ferry service and he was the conductor of the ferries -- until he became one of the richest Americans in the 1800s.

Some of the first humans passed through Staten Island about 15,000 years ago.  The first permanent settlers were a Lenape tribe, about 5,000 years ago.

The first recorded European contact with the island was by Giovanni Verrazano in 1520.  He was sailing on the French ship La Dauphine and they anchored for one night.   

The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge, which spans the waterway between Brooklyn and Staten Island, is named for him.

The next European on the island was Henry Hudson, sailing for the Dutch.  The island was named Staaten Eylandt (translation: States Island) in honor of the Dutch Parliament.

Staten Island was occupied by British troops throughout the American Revolution.

Staten Island became a part of New York City in 1898 when the five boroughs consolidated.  

However, it was called the Borough of Richmond at the time (Staten Island is in Richmond County).  It did not begin to be commonly called Staten Island until 1975.

Staten Island is the only borough without an NYC Department of Corrections major detention center.

Sailor’s Snug Harbor opened in 1833, as the country’s first home for retired seamen.  Today it is a public park.

There was a movement in the 1980s in Staten Island that favored secession from New York City. It failed.

TIPS FROM LOCALS AND TRAVELERS

While we hope this post provides you with enough information about the ferry, here are some tips from members of our New York Travel Tips Facebook group.

One of the most common questions visitors to New York City taking the ferry for the first time have is “What is the best time to take it?” Kira, a local commuter, corroborates our advice. Avoid rush hours!

Dawn, a former commuter has some interesting insight -- it isn't just the rush hour that can cause crowds. In peak tourist season on weekends, lots of tourists take the ferry.

Use Dawn’s tip to steer clear of any crowd if there is one. Make your way to the downstairs of the ferry and head to the back, especially for the ride out. You’ll get amazing views of Lower Manhattan.

Camille agrees with Dawn about going to the bottom back of the ferry and reassures that weekends aren't that bad.

Another frequent question is if you have to get off the ferry in Staten Island or if you can stay on for the trip back to Manhattan.

In addition to answering the question, Betty recommends where to sit on the ferry for the best views.

David mentions that you might be able to hop on the next ferry back, depending on timing and Millie did just that!

If you are torn between going to the Statue of Liberty or taking the Staten Island Ferry, group members suggest you consider what kind of experience you want.

The free ferry is a quick trip that will get you some nice pictures of Lady Liberty and great views of Lower Manhattan.

If you want a richer experience, visit the Statue of Liberty.

Many people ask if the ride is choppy and if they should be worried about seasickness. No one said they had a problem, even those who do typically get seasick on a vessel.

If you have time to spare and feel like exploring Staten Island, these group members chime in with what you can do there. For information on these sights, see our self-guided tour above .

If you have more questions about the Staten Island Ferry (or anything else about NYC) that we haven't covered here, check out our New York Travel Tips Facebook group!

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Planning a summer party or corporate affair? Our Free Spirit yacht is designed for ultimate relaxation and luxury. Guests can lounge in comfy, oversized sofas or enjoy the breeze while lounging on the spacious sun deck. Our large, inviting cabins provides plenty of room to mingle as you indulge in tasty contemporary favorites from our catering menu. From corporate functions to family reunions, leave a lasting impression by having your next event aboard our gorgeous vessel.

Free Spirit Facts:

• Accommodates up to 120 passengers
• Located at Burnham Harbor Dock
• Territory: Lake Michigan Only
• Custom-built in Tarpon Springs, FL
• Docked in Chicago at Burnham Harbor from April through October

Luxury Amenities

• Plush, cushioned sofas
• Plenty of space for relaxing on the decks.
• Air-conditioned and heat in lower and main cabins (to ensure our guests are comfortable in any weather)
• TV (Just In case the White Sox or Cubs are playing)

A luxury yacht, custom built in Tarpon Springs, Florida, the Free Spirit can accommodate up to 120 passengers on a Chicago Lake Michigan charter cruise. It’s the perfect spot for your next celebration. Family reunions, anniversaries, birthday parties, company outings, or corporate meeting and events. Whatever the occasion, it’s more memorable when it’s a boat party on Lake Michigan! Docked in Chicago at Burnham Harbor from April through October, the Free Spirit Chicago luxury yacht is impeccably equipped with passenger relaxation and comfort in mind.

The yacht features “sink into” cushioned sofas and plenty of space for relaxing on the decks. you’ll have a hard time deciding on the best location to enjoy the views aboard your chicago cruise. the lower and main cabins of the yacht are air-conditioned, as well as heated, to ensure that your cruise is an enjoyable experience at any temperature. although your guests will probably be too involved in the scenery to notice, there is a television on board — just in case there’s a chicago white sox (or cubs) game that can’t be missed., the spacious cabins provide plenty of room for a buffet dinner fit for a king. we offer a full dinner buffet featuring the best in contemporary cuisine for up to 120 guests. choose from a wide array of tantalizing hors d’oeuvres, entrees and desserts. bar packages include everything from an open bar to beer, wine, soda or a coffee and soda bar. whatever you require to create the perfect event, we’ll do our best to ensure that everything is to your satisfaction., we look forward to helping you plan your next luxury yacht boat party event aboard the free spirit. to charter a boat party aboard the free spirit, call 708.361.2220 or request a proposal., 2024 free spirit yacht, charter rates, catering menus, need help planning the perfect party, view our gallery.

Free Spirit Yacht Cruises

708-361-2220

[email protected]

Burnham Harbor, Chicago, IL

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• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Good for a Rainy Day
• Good for Kids
• Good for Big Groups
• Adventurous
• Budget-friendly
• Hidden Gems
• Good for Couples
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• Things to do ranked using Tripadvisor data including reviews, ratings, photos, and popularity.

1. Electrostal History and Art Museum

2. Statue of Lenin

3. Park of Culture and Leisure

4. museum and exhibition center.

5. Museum of Labor Glory

7. Galereya Kino

8. viki cinema, 9. smokygrove.

10. Gandikap

11. papa lounge bar, 12. karaoke bar.

• Statue of Lenin
• Electrostal History and Art Museum
• Park of Culture and Leisure
• Museum and Exhibition Center
• Museum of Labor Glory

Free rides available in N.J. city through new ride share service

• Updated: Mar. 04, 2024, 1:08 p.m. |
• Published: Mar. 04, 2024, 12:26 p.m.

Middlesex County launched a new app-based ride service in New Brunswick, through Via. Rides are unlimited and free during the first two weeks, officials said. Middlesex County

• Brianna Kudisch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com

A ride in New Brunswick could be free through March 12 if you download the Middlesex County RIDE On Demand app for a new service the county launched last week.

County officials started the app-based public transportation initiative Tuesday to address transit gaps where buses and trains are scarce or inefficient. New Brunswick is the first city in the county to participate in the one-year pilot program, officials said.

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