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As in all the great metropolises of the world, New York has its network of subways and buses. But to discover New York, you have other, more unexpected means of transport:
1 / The Roosevelt Island cable car
Like Tignes, Les Arcs or Val d’Isère, New York also has its cable car! The Roosevelt Island Cable Car connects the Midtown area to Roosevelt Island, in the middle of the East River. Enough to enjoy unprecedented views of east Manhattan and the Queensboro Bridge.
To take the Roosevelt Island Cable Car, go to the corner of 59th Street and 2nd Avenue. The MetroCard transport card is valid for the trip.
2 / Water Taxis
In the streets and avenues of New York, you will see waves of yellow cabs. And on the waves of New York Bay will also see yellow taxis … Water Taxis are boats that make a loop around Manhattan, allowing you to get on and off as you see fit: make your visits then continue by taking the Water Next taxi.
You can book your pass for the day on our page dedicated to reservation of passes for Water Taxis.
3 / The jet ski
If you are sporty, here is another unusual means of transport to discover New York: the jet ski! You will depart from New Jersey and descend the Hudson to the Statue of Liberty. There you can turn off the engine to appreciate the statue from a completely new point of view. Then head to Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge. Be careful, it takes your breath away!
I tried it myself and you can read my article: I tested New York for you… the jet ski in New York.
4/ La stretch limousine
In New York everything is bigger, even the cars! In the streets of the Big Apple, you will often come across long limousines: stretch limousines. For having had the opportunity to test it is really a means of transport like no other, with the impression of being a movie star! Driver, mini-bar, bench: it’s truly an experience to be enjoyed together! The price is also for all passengers, up to 9 people.
To book a 3 or 4 hour tour, go to the page dedicated to stretch limousine tours in New York.
5/ The Pedicab
As in Asia, New York has its bicycle taxis, scooters with a cyclist in the front and a bench for 2 to 3 people in the back. The Pedicab is on the rise in Central Park, where it is gradually taking the place of horse-drawn carriages, hated by animal lovers, starting with the mayor of New York, who intends to make them disappear little by little. small.
You can book your tour in Central Park in advance on the page dedicated to New York bike taxi tour.
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