Free Viewing of Sail4th 250 Tall Ships

While tall ship tours are FREE of charge, reservations are strongly recommended due to high demand. Your reservation will guarantee your spot during your selected time frame. 

Children must be five and older to board the ships and require a ticket. Strollers are permissible on the piers but are not allowed aboard the tall ships. 

This event is rain-or-shine. 

Featured Ships

Sail4th is excited to welcome a fleet of international tall ships from over 20 countries. All participating tall ships can be found at the above link. Specific locations for each ship is listed in Locations and Directions below.

2 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY 11201 
Subway: F

The walk between piers is approximately 20 minutes. Separate reservations are required for each pier.

Pier 1

• Sagres (Portugal)

• Sundarshini (India)

Pier 3

• Gorch Fock (Germany) - open July 6-7 only

Pier 5

• Mircea (Romania)

Join the Fleet Week festivities with a series of events honoring those who serve in the US Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard.

Tours for Pier 86 must be booked through the Intrepid Museum.

W 46th St and 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036 
Subway: 7/A/C/E/1/2/3/N/Q/R/W

For Visitors touring ships berthed at Piers 90-91, the U.S. Navy is requiring all Visitors to present a driver’s license or passport.  IDNYC IDs will NOT be accepted.

Pier 86

• Amerigo Vespucci (Italy)

• Capitan Miranda (Uruguay)

• Gladan (Sweden) - open July 6-7 only

Pier 90

• Juan-Sebastian de Elcano  (Spain) 

Pier 91

• Belle Poule (France) - open July 5-6 only

• Bowdoin  (Maine)

• Dar Mlodziezy (Poland) 

• Guayas (Ecuador) 

• Juan Bautista Cambiaso (Dominican Republic) 

• Lady Maryland (Maryland)

• Libertad (Argentina) 

• Lynx (Massachusetts) 

• Tabor Boy (Massachusetts) - open July 5 only

• When & If (Maryland)

89 South St, New York, NY 10038 
Subway: 2/3/J/Z

Separate reservations are required for each pier.

Pier 15

• Pride of Baltimore (Maryland)

Pier 17

• USCG Eagle (USA)

• Oosterschelde (Netherlands) - open July 5 and 6 only

305 Front St, Staten Island, NY 10304 
Staten Island Rail: Stapleton

Located at Staten Island’s Stapleton Waterfront Park, the USS Sullivans Pier is just 1.5 miles from the St. George Ferry Terminal and is easily accessible by public transportation or car. If arriving by car, please note that street parking is very limited and parking in nearby garages is strongly recommended. 

USS the Sullivan's Pier

• Arc Gloria (Colombia) 

• BAP Union (Peru) 

• Esmeralda (Chile) - open July 6-7 only

• NOAA Ferdinand R. Hassler (USA)

• This is a rain-or-shine outdoor event. 

• Dress for the weather; it is typically hot and humid during this time of year. 

• Protect yourself from the sun. Sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are key. 

• Children must be five and older to board the ships and require a reservation.

Food and beverage are available for purchase from a selection of food trucks and ice cream carts at each location.

Please note that the tall ships are not ADA-friendly and may have limited accessibility due to their historic design and structure. If you require an accommodation, please email ticketing@sail4th.org for further assistance.

Attendees must abide by the below rules: 

• All visitors, backpacks, packages and vehicles are subject to search. 

• Minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 

• In the event of an emergency, attendees must follow all directions from staff, security, and emergency personnel. 

Visitors must comply with all applicable laws, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations, port and harbor rules, security directives, and the lawful instructions of the vessel’s master and crew at all times. The master has absolute discretion over navigation, operation, passenger management, safety, itinerary, and scheduling. Visitors may be refused admission, removed, or denied re‑entry for noncompliance or for disruptive, unsafe, or illegal conduct. 

Visitors must present valid government issued photo identification and any ticket or reservation confirmation upon request. A ship operator may deny boarding, remove, and/or refuse carriage to any person for safety or operational reasons, including intoxication, disorderly conduct, failure to comply with crew instructions, or violation of these Visitor Terms. Security screening and search of persons and belongings may occur; refusal may result in denied boarding.

Sail4th 250 has been informed by the U.S. government and the U.S. Secret Service that they may request the personal data of all visitors. By attending the Event and boarding a maritime vessel, visitors consent to the processing of personal data and sharing with the U.S. government and the U.S. Secret Service. 

The following items are prohibited at the event: 

• Hard and soft coolers, suitcase luggage, and duffel bags

• Outside alcohol

• Marijuana, any illicit drugs, or controlled substances not lawfully possessed

• Explosives, firearms, knives, pepper spray, and weapons of any kind

• Airhorns

• Drones, laser pointers, and high-powered lighting

• Pets or other animals; service animals are permitted in accordance with New York State Law 

The following activities are prohibited at the event:

• Climbing railings or accessing restricted areas is prohibited. Visitors must use handrails and non-skid areas, wear appropriate footwear, and exercise care on wet surfaces and moving decks.

• Smoking of tobacco, e-cigarettes or other products that produce a vapor or smoke 

• Commercial activity or solicitation 

• Littering 

• Creating any disturbances, nuisances, or unsafe conditions 

• Trespassing and entering restricted areas 

• Consuming alcohol outside of designated areas 

Sail4th 250 works closely with law enforcement and public safety partners to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. All guests and bags will be subject to security screening upon entry. Plan to arrive early and review the Prohibited Items list in advance. Items not permitted will need to be discarded before entry. 

If you need medical attention, please visit the First Aid Tent or notify a staff member immediately. Report any suspicious or unusual activity to event staff and safety personnel immediately. 

In case of an emergency, contact the nearest public safety official immediately. 

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