New York City Getaways

The BEAST

Now Thru September 30, 2013

The BEASTDon’t miss the BEAST - New York’s very own speed boat thrill ride. “Mad Dog,” your daring captain, will take you for a wet n’ wild ride through New York harbor. Hold onto your hats because for 30 fun filled minutes, you’ll be soaring past the skyscrapers at a heart pounding 45mph. You’ll stop for a close-up of the Statue of Liberty where you’ll have a quick photo-op. It’s a pure thrill!

Discount Package Includes: Up to 33% Savings

  • LIRR Off-Peak Round-Trip rail fare
  • Admission to the "BEAST"

Hours: Daily: Noon-Dusk (Leaves on the hour)

Height Restriction: must be at least 40" tall

Adults: $35.50 Zones 1-10; $46.50 Zones 12-14
Children (5-11): $17.50

Seniors 65+ should check current regular admission and rail fare and compare with adult package price.

For more information visit: www.circleline42.com

Buying Tickets at LIRR Gray, Green or Blue Ticket Machines:
Press the “Getaways/Packages” button on the first screen, then select NYC Getaways, then the button for your package or deal. Pay with credit cards or ATM/debit cards. Gray and green machines also accept cash. See here for more information on buying tickets. 


Travel Information from Penn Station:

Address: Pier 83, West 42nd Street & 12th Avenue.

Walking: Walk west to 12th Avenue; walk uptown to 42nd Street.

Subway:A Train, C Train or E train uptown to 42nd Street (8th Avenue); walk west to 12th Avenue., or transfer to crosstown M42 bus.

Bus: From 8th Avenue & 34th Street, take the M10 uptown to 42nd Street; transfer to the M42 westbound (marked "12th Avenue") to Circle Line. Or take the M34 bus on 34th Street to 12th Avenue and 39th Street, walk three blocks to Circle Line.

For Travel information, see schedules or call 511and say "LIRR".

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