STATEN ISLAND DISCOVERY
TOURS
THE HIDDEN GEMS
STATEN ISLAND DAY TRIP
6 HOUR DAY 149.00
SI DAY TRIP STARTS HERE:
Meet your guide · 10 mins
Once off the ferry, follow signs to Empire Outlets, Walk along the waterfront promenade. Look for the big red information sign on the Waterfront at the Information Box Office There is where your island experience begins.
Empire Outlets - Premier Shopping Site · 10 mins
Once at Empire Outlets, we walk along the waterfront and through the Empire Outlets shopping center where you'll find public restrooms as we head into the historical St George neighborhood.
St George - Neighborhood Walking Tour · 30 mins
Learn the history and culture of this amazing historical district, great restaurants and cultural attractions guided by a Native New Yorker tour guide who will point out great NYC skyline views.
Slice of Pizza - Food Experience · 30 mins
The St. George walking tour will end at one of our favorite Staten Island pizza shops, where we’ll all enjoy a slice of delicious, famous New York City pizza! Bar is available but not included in price
Private shuttle bus hop on hop off experience
After enjoying a delicious slice of pizza, you we board our private shuttle bus with your tour guide. Each stop on the tour is about 15 minutes apart.
Alice Alston House - Historical Site Experience · 30 mins
Step inside the Alice Austen House, a historic landmark on Staten Island’s waterfront. Explore the life and work of pioneering photographer Alice Austen, with stunning exhibits and breathtaking harbor
Altantic Ocean-front Broadwalk Photo Experience · 30 mins
Once on the boardwalk, your tour guide will use your camera to take photos on the beach with views of the Verrazzano Bridge, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Brooklyn skyline before returning to the bus.
Snug Harbor - Cultural Center Experience · 90 mins
Your tour guide will guide your through the Staten Island north shore where you'll discover some hidden gems like Snug Harbor cultural center where you will have access to all exhibits and museums.
Former Yankees Stadium Baseball Game 120 mins
Your day trip will end at the Staten Island Ferryhawks baseball game at the former home of New York Yankees baseball stadium where you'll enjoy watching the baseball game
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Experience a carefully curated day out in Staten Island with all logistics handled—all you have to do is show up get on the bus and enjoy!
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Skip the long line and enjoy a curated tour of historic sites complete with anecdotes about the famous figures who once lives on the island.
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Explore Sung Harbor with an expert guide, who knows the history of this gorgeous cultural center
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Discover the heart of Saint George on a walking tour and learn about its tumultuous history as you visit landmarks like the Light House Museum, Borough Hall.
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Your experience ends with a seat in the former Yankees Stadium to watch the game. And take breath taking views of the New York City Skyline
GETTING HERE
You can take:
The Staten Island Ferry or the NYC Ferry's St. George route. The Staten Island Ferry is free and operates between Staten Island and Manhattan's Lower Manhattan (Whitehall Terminal), while the NYC Ferry's St. George route is a paid service ($4.50) and runs between Staten Island and Manhattan's Midtown West and Battery Park City.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Staten Island Ferry:
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Free: There is no fare to ride.
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Route: Connects St. George Terminal in Staten Island to Whitehall Terminal in Manhattan (Lower Manhattan).
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Operator: Operated by the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT).
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Frequency: Runs 24/7 with frequent service, especially during rush hours.
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Travel Time: Approximately 25 minutes.
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Capacity: Larger ferries, carrying between 1,107-5,200 passengers depending on the boat size.
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NYC Ferry (St. George Route):
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Paid: A one-way ticket costs $4.50.
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Route: Connects St. George Terminal in Staten Island to Midtown West (W. 39th Street) and Battery Park City in Manhattan.
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Operator: Operated by NYC Ferry.
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Frequency: Operates every 30-45 minutes depending on the time of day.
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Travel Time: Approximately 35 minutes from Midtown West to St. George, shorter from Battery Park City.
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Capacity: Smaller ferries, with 150-350 seats.
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ONCE OFF THE FERRY WALK OVER TO THE INFORMATION BOX OFFICE ON THE WATERFRONT NEAR THE EMPIER OUTLETS I LOOK FOR BIG RED INFORMATION SIGN
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75 RICHMOND TERRACE
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WATERFRONT BOX OFFICE
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STATEN ISLAND NY 10301