[header] How to take the staten island ferry [title] Visit the ferry terminals in either lower manhattan or staten island. [step] These are accessible by a number of subway and local bus transportation lines, as well as by taxi. While there was once a fee implied to ride the ferry, it was eliminated in the late 1990s and there is currently no charge. 
[title] Board the next available ferry, depending upon where you are heading to. [step] If you are traveling with children, keep a close eye on them as you prepare to board.