Are there bathrooms on the NYC Ferries?

Are there bathrooms on the NYC Ferries? Pro-Tip: All NYC Ferries have a restroom located in the back of the vessel, just before the door to exit to the top deck.

What happens to toilet waste on a ferry?

Where does it go? The waste products from the toilet are actually consigned to a treatment plant in the bowels of the ship were it is purified before being pumped back into the ocean away from land. Raw sewage is not allowed to be discharged into the ocean.

Do ferries search your bags?

What types of security procedures should a traveler expect? By entering the Ferry property, people agree to searches of their baggage,vehicle, person or property and to provide a photo ID upon request.

What do you do with your luggage on a ferry?

Most ferries have designated luggage areas, where you can store your belongings. Alternatively, if you're traveling with a vehicle, you can leave your luggage in the car.

Can you drink tap water on ferries?

The water is fine. Most places don't have bottled water.

Can you take food and drink on a ferry?

Ferry Concessions Please drink responsibly. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages can be brought and consumed on board the ferry. Due to state law, alcoholic beverages that are not purchased on board the ferry cannot be consumed on the ferry. Please see our current COVID-19 rules related to masking.

How many suitcases can you take on a ferry?

One large piece of luggage per person is typically allowed on board.

What can I not bring on a ferry?

Which side do you sit on the Staten Island Ferry?

If you're getting on from the Manhattan side, go to the right (starboard) side of the boat for the best view of the Statue of Liberty. From the Staten Island side, go to the left (port). The ride is 25 minutes each way with boats departing every 30 minutes on either side on weekends.

How early should you arrive for ferry?

Are ferries usually on time? Yes! Please note that the schedules indicate departure times. We recommend that you arrive at the terminal at least five minutes prior to the scheduled departure in order to board.

Can you take alcohol in your suitcase on a ferry?

Passengers are not allowed to bring alcoholic beverages on or off a vessel except for beverages that they are transporting as personal baggage in unopened containers, which may not be opened while the vessel is underway.

Do people stay in their cars on a ferry?

You can't stay in your car for safety reasons. In case of an emergency, like a fire or a collision, you need to be able to evacuate the ship quickly. Most of the time, you need to join rafts located above the car deck.

Do you have to go through security on a ferry?

Anyone who refuses a screening or inspection will not be allowed on board a ferry.

Is there a toilet on the ferry?

There are toilets on every ferry regardless of size.

Is there a shower on a ferry?

Cabins are sold per trip, not per day or per person. Cabins are equipped with single or double bunk bed style berths. Most cabins include private bathroom facilities. For those that do not, public restroom and shower facilities are available.

Can you take your own food on a ferry?

Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages can be brought and consumed on board the ferry. Due to state law, alcoholic beverages that are not purchased on board the ferry cannot be consumed on the ferry. Please see our current COVID-19 rules related to masking.

Why is the Staten ferry free?

Eliminating the ferry fare was seen as an action to standardize Staten Islanders' MetroCard fares with those of commuters in other boroughs. Despite the fact that the ferry fare had netted $6 million in annual revenue for the city, its abolition only cost the city about $1 million.

Are there toilets on NYC Ferry?

Pro-Tip: All NYC Ferries have a restroom located in the back of the vessel, just before the door to exit to the top deck.