NYC Ferry: The East River Route

The city's commuter ferry system doubles as its cheapest skyline cruise. The East River route threads between Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens — Wall Street, DUMBO, Williamsburg, Greenpoint, Long Island City, and 34th Street — passing under the Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg bridges with both skylines sliding past the windows.

Ride it like a local with nowhere to be: a single fare, a seat on the open stern deck, and a coffee from the onboard concession. The stretch between DUMBO and Williamsburg is the scenic heart of the route, and stepping off at any landing puts you somewhere worth an afternoon. Check the official site for current fares, schedules, and landings before you go.