NYC Ferry vs Ask James

Commuting made comfortable with NYC Ferry. Come see just how easy (and enjoyable) your journey can be. Here are 5 great things you can expect from the NYC Ferry app: Help NYC “go green” with paperless ticketing! Buy and use tickets directly from your phone. Take the stress out of your commute with live scheduling and real-time updates. Get ready for an adventure! Explore NYC with our end-to-end trip planner. Stay ahead of the game with push notifications for the routes that matter to YOU. Love to ride? Take advantage of our 30-day Unlimited Pass! Available in-app only. NYC Ferry (operated by Hornblower) proudly serves New Yorkers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and The Bronx along the East River. Our state-of-the-art vessels offer you a better commuting experience—all for the same price as a subway ride!

Meet James, your personal New York City concierge, powered by AI. Instead of scrolling through reviews, bouncing between maps, or asking friends for the tenth time, just ask James. WHAT YOU CAN ASK • “Best pizza slice in the East Village?” • “Where should I take my parents for dinner in Midtown?” • “What’s happening this weekend under $30?” • “I have 3 hours before my flight. What should I do near JFK?” • “Bar with outdoor seating in Williamsburg for a first date?” James gives you a straight answer, remembers what you’ve told him, and gets more useful the more you chat. KEY FEATURES Real-time recommendations Discover restaurants, bars, events, museums, neighborhoods, hidden gems, and more based on what you’re actually looking for. On Our Radar See what’s happening across New York City, from Broadway and major events to local happenings worth knowing about. Filter by category and save what interests you. Trip Planner Build a day-by-day NYC itinerary with James. Perfect for visitors planning their trip or New Yorkers showing someone around the city. Photo Lookups Snap a menu, subway sign, landmark, or storefront. Ask James what you’re looking at and get the context you need. Save Your Favorites Keep places, itineraries, and event picks together and synced to your account. WHY ASK JAMES? Search gives you endless results. Review sites give you endless opinions. James gives you a straight answer. Sign in with Apple, Google, Microsoft, or email. Made in New York, by New Yorkers, for anyone who ever wished they had a friend in the city.