Jet Skiing in New York

Jet skiing in New York is an activity for adrenaline junkies who like to see New York from a different perspective. Tour the city’s highlights on a jet ski: see the Statue of Liberty, the One World Trade Center and the skyline of Manhattan from the water. You also cruise the Hudson River, East River and under all famous bridges such as the Brooklyn Bridge and the Manhattan Bridge. With a speed of up to 50 mi/h, you easily overtake all the sightseeing cruises and have an unforgettable day on the water.

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Jet Ski in New York

The jet ski tour begins in Jersey City, New Jersey. You can reach it in about fifteen minutes by taking the Liberty Landing Ferry from Manhattan. The jet ski place is just a few minutes’ walk from the ferry.

When you arrive, you can change clothes, there are lockers for your belongings. You get a life jacket, and you can choose to wear a wetsuit. I didn’t personally, but if it’s colder than 25 degrees, I would recommend it. Don’t forget your sunscreen. Before you can sprint off, you get an explanation of the dos and don’ts on the water. You can’t freestyle, for example, but gearing up is definitely not a problem!

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I'm a true New York fan with over 20 years of experience visiting and living in NYC. Here on my website, I share all my tips and valuable information to help you make the most of your trip. I personally test and regularly re-test everything on my site to ensure that what I write is useful, honest, and always up-to-date.

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Eric’s Tip: “The jet ski does have a storage compartment, but everything that is in there could get wet. So don’t take a camera or other electronic devices. On-site, you can purchase a picture package. The guide will then take photos of you along the way. Bring a bathing suit for the jet ski, some dry clothes and a towel. You can wear sunglasses, but they can fall off due to the speed.”

Jet Ski Tour in New York

In an hour, you will see New York’s skyline as not many others have seen it. Head to the East River to get in front of the One World Trade Center or under Brooklyn Bridge. Don’t expect a quiet ride, you can reach speeds of 50 mi/h! The distance you go depends on the speed of your group: if you take it slow, you cover less ground.

About Eric »

Hey there, I'm Eric!

I'm a true New York fan with over 20 years of experience visiting and living in NYC. Here on my website, I share all my tips and valuable information to help you make the most of your trip. I personally test and regularly re-test everything on my site to ensure that what I write is useful, honest, and always up-to-date.

If you have questions, are unsure about something, or want me to check your itinerary, please email me at eric@newyork.co.uk. You can also follow me on Facebook or Instagram to get daily updates from New York.

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Eric’s Tip: “If you go jet skiing in New York as a couple, it’s a good idea to share one jet ski. Steering the jet ski can be quite intense. I even got cramps in my hands. If there are two of you, you can switch, and it saves you a lot of money!”

Practical Information

After purchasing, you’ll receive a voucher that you can print out and use as your ticket for the tour.

• Duration: 1 hour
• Departure Point: Jersey City, New Jersey
• Departure Time: There are several options available throughout the day
• This tour is seasonal

There are a few different ways to get to the jet ski place. You can take the Liberty Landing Ferry from Downtown Manhattan, which runs every hour. From the terminal, it’s a two-minute walk to the starting point of the tour. A more frequent option is the PATH train. You can get off at Exchange Place or Grove Street station and walk (30 minutes) or take Lyft or Revel (5 minutes). Download the Revel app here (link only works on mobile). When you have downloaded the app, use the promo code ERICL4759 to get a 70% discount.

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