Ferries are a fun, scenic way to take in the Manhattan Skyline and surrounding sights. A week ago my wife and I visited Sandy Hook Beach in northern New Jersey, a 40min ferry ride from Manhattan.
The ferries are roomy and comfortable, plus you can order a pint, sit inside with large windows or ride on the top deck for some ocean air. A roundtrip ticket costs approx. $43. Weekdays or mornings are best to avoid crowds.
Here are two videos from the top deck, returning to Manhattan. Note the Brooklyn Bridge in second one.
Cheers, Brendan
