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  • 15 minutes from Manhattan by ferry
  • 15 minutes from Manhattan by ferry

ROMANTIC ANNIVERSARY JET SKI TOURS

1 Hour  | 5 Landmark Stops |  From $185/per

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1 Hour

Total duration

Up to 9 people

Per tour

Liberty Landing

Marine Departure

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JET SKIING ON THE HUDSON RIVER IN NYC!

Your anniversary is coming up, and you’re ready for something truly exciting. Forget the usual fancy dinners and crowded venues—why not celebrate with a thrilling jet ski tour in NYC? Explore the city’s iconic skyline from the water, feel the adrenaline, and create unforgettable memories on a unique anniversary adventure!

Couples Anniversary Jet Ski Tour Details 

Spending your anniversary together is one of the best ways to celebrate your enduring love. With jet ski rentals from Sea the City, you’ll be ready to experience a completely unique way to infuse your special day with exhilarating thrills! Your adrenaline levels will rise as you each board your jet ski and crank the engine up to 55 MPH. Can you imagine the look on your partner’s face as they feel the freedom of riding across the water? This will definitely be an anniversary that they’ll never forget. 

One of the best aspects of taking a NYC jet ski tour is that you’ll have the choice between riding your own jet skis or tandem riding. Some couples prefer to go on a tandem ride so they can be close together. Other couples enjoy having the flexibility and freedom of riding their own jet skis. There is no wrong way to do it! 

What’s Included with My NYC Jet Ski Rental?

  • 1 or 2 hours of riding on a jet ski around NYC
  • Separate changing rooms and bathrooms in the Marina 
  • Attentive tour guide to ensure a fantastic experience 
  • Wetsuit, water shoes, life vest, and other riding accessories are included
  • A private bin to lock up your belongings
  • Freedom to go up to 55 MPH  

 

Book your jet ski rental today to ensure you can go for a ride on your anniversary! Be sure to let us know that it’s your special day.

More Than a Tour. An Adventure.​

Experience New York Harbor like never before, on your own Sea-Doo GTX Pro, with a guide riding alongside. 

Riders on a Sea the City guided jet ski tour in New York Harbor

You Drive. You Control.

This isn’t a boat tour where you’re just a passenger. You’re on your own Sea-Doo GTX Pro, carving through the harbor with Manhattan’s skyline as your backdrop. Your guide rides alongside — not ahead on a distant boat.

Water-Level Views

Get closer to the Statue of Liberty than most people ever will. Park your jet ski right next to Ellis Island. Cruise under the Brooklyn Bridge. These aren’t distant views from a ferry deck — you’re in the water.

Perfect For Everyone

First-time visitors who want an unforgettable NYC story. Locals celebrating something special. Adventure seekers tired of the same old tourist traps. Groups looking for the one activity everyone will actually enjoy.

The Story You’ll Tell

Your Instagram feed will thank you. Your friends will be jealous. This is the one NYC experience they’ll ask you about months later. Not “how was the ferry?” — “Wait, you drove a jet ski past the Statue of Liberty?!”

Your Journey

5 or 12 Stops – 1 incredible tour

1 Hour Tour

Illustrated map of the jet ski tour departure point at Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City

One World Trade Center

Start with NYC’s tallest landmark

After your safety briefing and a quick skills check, you’ll throttle out into New York Harbor with One World Trade Center rising in front of you. From the water, you get a full, unobstructed view of the Downtown Manhattan skyline.

Photo Tip: Turn back toward the city and frame the full skyline with One World Trade Center centered in your shot.

Skim past the heart of the Financial District

Start with NYC’s tallest landmark

Next you’ll shoot up the East River, passing the bright orange Staten Island ferries and the buzzing Wall Street Heliport. This is where you really feel the movement of New York Harbor all around you — ferries, barges, tour boats and helicopters.

Photo Tip: Watch for ferries crossing the channel and helicopters overhead for those classic “only in New York” action shots.

Brooklyn Bridge

Ride beneath one of the world’s most famous bridges

Glide beneath the Brooklyn Bridge and take in sweeping views of both Manhattan and Brooklyn. Your guide will give you time to slow down, soak in the arches, and capture the iconic bridge-and-skyline perspective from water level.

Photo Tip: Face back toward Manhattan and position the bridge off to one side of the frame for a dramatic wide shot.

Governors Island & Verrazzano View

Cruise the Brooklyn shoreline with harbor panoramas

From the bridge you’ll follow the Brooklyn shoreline past Governors Island. On a clear day you’ll spot the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in the distance, marking the opening of New York Harbor out to the Atlantic Ocean.

Photo Tip: Look south for a wide, cinematic view that captures the harbor, Governors Island and the Verrazzano all in one shot.

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

Circle Lady Liberty and finish with a skyline finale

To cap off the tour, you’ll ride straight across one of the busiest natural harbors in the world to get up close to the Statue of Liberty. After a slow loop around Liberty Island, you’ll pass Ellis Island and line up your final photos with the Manhattan skyline behind you.

Photo Tip: Use burst mode as you circle the statue so you can pick the perfect frame with both Lady Liberty and the skyline in the background.

 

2-2.5 Hour Tour

One World Trade Center

Start with NYC’s tallest landmark

After your safety briefing and a quick skills check, you’ll throttle out into New York Harbor with One World Trade Center rising in front of you. From the water, you get a full, unobstructed view of the Downtown Manhattan skyline.

Photo Tip: Turn back toward the city and frame the full skyline with One World Trade Center centered in your shot.

Skim past the heart of the Financial District

Start with NYC’s tallest landmark

Next you’ll shoot up the East River, passing the bright orange Staten Island ferries and the buzzing Wall Street Heliport. This is where you really feel the movement of New York Harbor all around you — ferries, barges, tour boats and helicopters.

Photo Tip: Watch for ferries crossing the channel and helicopters overhead for those classic “only in New York” action shots.

Brookyln Bridge

Ride beneath one of the world’s most famous bridges

Glide beneath the Brooklyn Bridge and take in sweeping views of both Manhattan and Brooklyn. Your guide will give you time to slow down, soak in the arches, and capture the iconic bridge-and-skyline perspective from water level.

Photo Tip: Face back toward Manhattan and position the bridge off to one side of the frame for a dramatic wide shot.

Governors Island & Verrazzano View

Cruise the Brooklyn shoreline with harbor panoramas

From the bridge you’ll follow the Brooklyn shoreline past Governors Island. On a clear day you’ll spot the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in the distance, marking the opening of New York Harbor out to the Atlantic Ocean.

Photo Tip: Look south for a wide, cinematic view that captures the harbor, Governors Island and the Verrazzano all in one shot.

Statue of Liberty

Circle Lady Liberty in the heart of New York Harbor
No New York Harbor tour would be complete without getting up close to the Statue of Liberty. Rising above Liberty Island, Lady Liberty has welcomed visitors to the United States for more than a century. Photo Tip: Use burst mode while circling the statue so you can capture the perfect shot with the Manhattan skyline behind it.

George Washington Bridge

Reach the northern gateway of Manhattan

Farther up the Hudson River the massive George Washington Bridge spans the river between Manhattan and New Jersey. Its steel towers rise high above the water and mark the northern edge of Manhattan Island.

Photo Tip: Position the bridge towers in the center of your frame while the Hudson River stretches out beneath them.

Ellis Island

Pass the gateway for millions of immigrants
Just north of Liberty Island sits Ellis Island, where more than 12 million immigrants first arrived in the United States. The historic red-brick buildings are clearly visible from the water and tell an important part of America’s story. Photo Tip: Frame the Ellis Island immigration building with the Statue of Liberty visible in the distance.

The Vessel

Spot one of NYC’s newest architectural icons

Heading north along Manhattan’s west side, you’ll pass Hudson Yards where the copper-colored Vessel rises above the surrounding towers. From the water you’ll see how this striking geometric structure stands out against the sleek glass skyline of Midtown West.

Photo Tip: Capture the Vessel with the surrounding Hudson Yards towers for a dramatic modern skyline shot.

Not a Loudspeaker. A Local Expert.

Your guide rides alongside you

Guided jet ski tour passing the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge in New York Harbor

Rides With You

Your guide isn't on a distant boat shouting through a megaphone. They're right there on their own jetski, riding alongside your group the entire time.

Adjusts To Your Pace

First time on a jet ski? They'll keep it chill. Experienced rider? They'll let you open it up. Every tour is different because every group is different.

Know the Insider Angles

They've done this hundreds of times. They know exactly where to postion you for the perfect Statue of Liberty shot, which side of the Brooklyn Bridge photographs best, and when the lighting is idea.

Shares Local Stories

This isn't a history lecture. It's a New Yorker showing you their city form the water, sharing the stories tourists don't hear, the details guidebooks miss.

Have questions? Call or text us anytime.
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Everything You Need

No surprises, just show up ready for adventure. 

What's Included

Personal guide riding alongside

Not on a distant boat — right there with you

Sea-Doo GTX Pro (you drive)

Top-of-the-line, well-maintained equipment

Coast Guard-approved life jacket

Safety first, always

Waterproof bag for belongings

Keep your stuff dry and secure

Safety briefing & orientation

15-minute walkthrough before you ride

Photo stops at each landmark

Time to capture every moment

We Handle It

No License Required

You Don't Need A Boating License or Special Permit

No Experience Necessary

First timer welcome, we'll teach you everything

All Skill Levels Welcome

From nervous beginners to experienced riders

Know Before You Go

Getting There

Liberty Landing Marina
84 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305

From Manhattan
Take the LibertyLandingFerry.com (15 minutes) to our Marina or PATH Train to Grove or Exchange Place

Parking
On-site for $7 per day

What To Wear

  • Swimsuit underneath comfortable clothes (you will get splashed)

  • Sunglasses with a strap (highly recommended)

  • Avoid loose items that can fly off

Check-In

Arrive 30 minutes early.

This gives us time for check-in, safety briefing, and getting you fitted with equipment.

What happens at check-in:

  • Sign waiver (can be done online beforehand)

  • Get fitted for life jacket

  • 15-minute safety briefing & jet ski orientation

Requirements

To Drive:

  • Age 18+ with valid ID

  • Weight limit: 400 lbs

  • Comfortable in the water

To Ride as Passenger:

  • Age 10+ (with parent/legal guardian driver)

  • Weight limit: 400 lbs combined

  • Parent/guardian consent required

Weather Policy

Your safety is our priority. We monitor weather conditions closely and will reschedule if conditions are unsafe.

We reschedule for:

  • Lightning or thunderstorms

  • High winds

  • Heavy rain or fog

  • Unsafe wave conditions

Free reschedule or full refund
If we cancel due to weather, you choose: pick a new date or get a 100% refund. No questions asked.

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Questions?

Rain is not the only weather that can prevent us from being able to take a tour out. Weather and water conditions can be dangerous even if it appears to be a beautiful day out. If we cancel your tour, you will be given a choice to reschedule or receive a full refund. We will typically notify you of cancellation at least three hours prior to tour time. However, if you are concerned about the conditions, give us a call and ask.

If you’re coming from New York: You can take the PATH train to Grove Street in Jersey City, then grab a quick 10-minute taxi or Uber. Alternatively, take the Liberty Landing Ferry from Brookfield Place (near the 9/11 Memorial), which costs $7 and gets you to the marina in under 15 minutes.

If you’re coming from New Jersey: We’re just a short drive or Uber ride away in Liberty State Park, with parking available on-site for your convenience.

You can find  directions here.

No prior experience is required! In fact, a large percentage of our guests have never ridden a jet ski before. As long as you’re comfortable around the water, you’ll have a blast! Our guides will give you a brief orientation and provide support throughout the tour, helping you with anything you need along the way.

Yes, you can! If you’re 18 or older and feel comfortable riding solo, you’re welcome to take the jet ski by yourself. If you’d prefer to have a passenger, just choose our Tandem package. Please note, our guides will be on separate skis, so you’ll never be riding with them—they’ll be there to assist from their own jet skis!

Yes, we offer group rates and special offers for large parties. Contact us directly at [email protected] for more details, and we’ll work with you to get the best deal for your group!

Yes, we offer private tours for those looking for a more personalized experience. Whether it’s a romantic outing, corporate event, or group celebration, we can customize the route and pace to suit your preferences. Contact us at [email protected] for more info!

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Questions?

Light or moderate rain? You’re in a hot tub — it’s actually fun! Heavy storms, lightning or extreme wind? We’ll cancel and offer you a choice to reschedule or receive a full refund. Safety first. We monitor weather closely and contact you at least 3 hours before if we need to cancel.
Peak bloom is typically late March to early April (dates vary yearly). Book EARLY — cherry blossom cruises sell out weeks in advance. We cruise the Tidal Basin for best views.
Yes! Bring beer, wine, champagne and hard seltzers. We provide ice, coolers, bottled water and cups. Glass bottles are permitted but no glass drinkwear. Must be 21+ to drink. No hard liqour.
We offer towels for a small rental fee. You are welcome to bring your own towels as well.
Yes! There is a large bathroom and separate changing room onboard.
Absolutely! Each tub has a separate Bluetooth enabled sound system. Connect your phone and control your playlist.

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Our Private Single Tub: Up to 10 people comfortably. Both Tubs: Up to 20 people (10 per tub). The boat has additional deck space for mingling outside the tubs.
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