Speed Through The Hudson
OK sure, it's a tad bit touristy, but a splashy thrill ride through the Hudson River certainly isn't the worst way to spend a hot day. The city's fastest jet-powered boat, The Beast takes riders on a 40 knot (about 45 mph) high-speed cruise down the Hudson River. Starting at Pier 83 and sprinting down to the Statue of Liberty, doing donuts and sharp turns the whole way, this 30-minute adventure is serious fun.
The Beast, Pier 83, W. 42nd Street