Disembark at the Manhattan Cruise Terminal and step straight into the city that never sleeps. 

Stretch your legs on the Hudson River Park esplanade, where joggers, cyclists, and kayakers share river-edge views of the Statue of Liberty and New Jersey’s skyline across the water. Wander over to Little Island at Pier 55, a floating park of winding paths, art installations, and a lawn perched above the river. It’s just a five-minute stroll from the terminal and makes for a perfect photo op.

Along the High Line, an elevated greenway built on old rail tracks frames snippets of the city’s graffiti murals and seasonal gardens below. Pop into Chelsea Market for lobster roll tacos or a decadent cronut. Keep going until the bright lights of Times Square dazzle your senses, then duck into a nearby speakeasy for a perfectly balanced cocktail.

A short cab ride lands you at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Climb aboard the USS Intrepid, gaze at Cold War jets poised on the flight deck and imagine life aboard this floating fortress.

Head to the Chelsea Piers complex just south of the cruise docks for a swing at the golf simulators, to watch sailboats launch from the piers, or take in the harbor views from the rooftop lounge.

When hunger calls, grab a New York-style slice from a corner pizzeria or queue for hand-rolled bagels dripping with cream cheese. Hell’s Kitchen boasts everything from Michelin-starred tasting menus to late-night ramen slurps. 

With floating gardens to explore, street-food staples to sample, and history etched into every cobblestone, New York greets your Escape with Effy charter cruise with the perfect blend of urban adventure and classic charm.