We sailed on the Clipper City Tall Ship from Pier 17 at the South Street Seaport and thoroughly enjoyed the lovely quiet sail out to the Statue of Liberty and back, with the spectacular views of Battery Park, the downtown skyline, Ellis Island and Liberty herself. This is a nice option if you've already been on a Circle Line tour.... More

This is the best location to get pictures of the iconic skyline. Must visit to get perspective of the city as it is not as noticeable when you are in the middle of it.

Via bus tour we saw many changes in the skyline. Tour guides pointed out the various buildings and provided some history as well as amusing stories..

I can't believe there is a "spot" on Tripadvisor to "rate" the Manhattan Skyline. Anyhow, it is simply awesome. If you ever make it to New York, this is a "must see". you can go over to LIC and get an awesome view of it as well. Every time something new.

The classic wonderful view both day and night. Take a cruise around the island of Manhatten to see it at its best. Brilliant.

An amazing view, we took the subway to Clark Street and walked down to enjoy the sunset. As the sun is setting behind the buildings they all appear in silhouette. If we had more time, we would have worked out how to get to Hoboken across the Hudson River, to watch the sunset from that side, as the sun would... More

Whether walking on Brooklyn bridge on a velvety sunset, or late at night , climbing up the top of the Rock on a bright sunny day or taking the Staten Island ferry at dawn back to Manhattan, the skyline is absolutely mesmerizing. Walk on the High Line (a garden created on an repurposed train line as a linear park) if... More

Saw the famous Manhattan skyline from the Circle Line boat trip. It was truly amazing and everything that you see on TV etc. This was my first trip to New York and I loved every minute.

Heart jumping views. never tire of them. the most gorgeous and meaningful skyline anywhere. For me "home"/