Top New York City Day Cruises

Experience the beauty of New York City as the sun sets and the city lights up on this two hour twilight cruise along the Hudson River. Learn about the city with informative commentary from a tour guide. It’s a great way to end a long day of sightseeing or kick off a night on the town.

See the best of New York City on this guided, 2.5-hour cruise around Manhattan Island. Learn about the history of the island with live commentary from a tour guide. Food, beverages, and souvenirs are available for purchase on board.

Get a totally different and exciting perspective on New York: from a fun dinner cruise that floats around New York Harbor and Manhattan offering stunning views of the city and some of the world's most famous landmarks, from the Statue of Liberty to the Brooklyn Bridge to the Empire State Building. Indulge in a delicious buffet dinner and then groove to the onboard DJ'ed music being spun. Add this dinner cruise to your New York itinerary today!

Admire the architecture of Manhattan from the water on a cruise on a 1920s-style yacht. From the teak deck of the boat, learn about New York City's architectural landmarks as you circumnavigate the island and listen to the 'Around Manhattan' narration, provided by members of NYC chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Both locals and visitors will find the commentary interesting. One beer or glass of wine is provided, as well as snacks and soda.

Soak up the Big Apple with brunch, bottomless mimosas, and live jazz on this 2-hour boat cruise. Sail around the island of Manhattan and New York Harbor, passing highlights such as the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, the Brooklyn Bridge, and more. While you sightsee, help yourself to drinks and a delicious afternoon brunch on board.

See New York City from two totally unique perspectives: from the sky and the water. This VIP tour of New York City takes you in a helicopter over some of the city's greatest landmarks: from One World Trade Center to the Chrysler Building to historic Greenwich Village. Hop off the helicopter and get on a boat where you'll have a Mimosa or Champagne toast in front of the Statue of Liberty.

See New York City from the water on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise. Get an incredible view of the Manhattan and New Jersey skylines, One World Trade Center and more, including the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Learn about New York’s history with commentary from a guide. Now sailing on iconic Circle Line Sightseeing boats!

Relax on a comfortable boat as it cruises around New York Harbor and Manhattan on this relaxing 2-hour afternoon cruise that includes an all-you-can-eat buffet and DJ'ed music. Get great views and a different perspective on the Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building. And indulge in the delicious buffet lunch wile doing it. Upgrade the afternoon to receive a welcome glass of champagne in a souvenir glass, a table for your party size, and access to a platinum open bar.

See the best of New York City aboard a historic sailing ship on this cruise around New York Harbor. Choose from two afternoon departure times. Enjoy incredible views of the Manhattan skyline, plus landmarks like One World Trade Center, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and much more. Help raise the sails or even take a turn navigating the ship.

Admire New York City from the water on a 1.5-hour cruise aboard a 1920s-style yacht. From the solarium or open-air deck, you'll view landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of Liberty as you enjoy this chance to escape the crowds and noise of the city. One drink is included.

Take a ride on the wild side with this 30-minute speedboat tour of New York City. Hop on board The Beast and let the fun begin. This high-speed boat tour along New York Harbor — complete with loud, rocking music and playful narration — acts like a roller coaster on water. It’s a must-do experience for adrenalin junkies.

Forget trying to snag a reservation at New York's hot restaurant du jour. Don't wait in line at a popular eatery, either. Instead, indulge in a delicious lunch during this 2-hour cruise on an all-glass boat around New York City that offers you an up-close look at the Statue of Liberty. As a live pianist plays relaxing music for you, take in the immense view of one of the world's great cities and enjoy a delicious pre-set lunch by the on-board executive chef.

Experience New York City’s top attractions on this all-day hop-on hop-off cruise. One ticket is all that’s needed to see the city. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, plus landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, the Brooklyn Bridge and much more from New York Harbor. Then get off (and back on again) as many times as desired at any one of four piers. A full cash bar and snacks are available inside the boat’s climate-controlled cabin.

Leave the hustle of the busy New York City streets behind and escape to the water on this Manhattan Harbor sightseeing cruise. Get an unobstructed view of the Manhattan skyline, One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building, plus close-ups of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and more. Learn about the history of the landmarks with live commentary from a tour guide. Choose from climate-controlled indoor seating or the outdoor observation deck for a panoramic view. Morning or afternoon departures available.

See New York City’s highlights on a 5-hour tour by luxury bus and harbor cruise, and experience the Big Apple in style and comfort. Cruise through Wall Street’s soaring concrete canyons, capture moving images of the 9/11 memorial, then continue to the elegant avenues that line Central Park. Pause to explore Grand Central Terminal and the Met, and board a sightseeing cruise across the New York Harbor. Enjoy sweeping views of the city from the water, where the Statue of Liberty gazes across to the unforgettable Manhattan skyline.

Savor the traditional New York City brunch with a serious twist on this Big Apple champagne sailing cruise. Tuck into a full buffet, complete with coffee, tea and Prosecco. Enjoy homemade muffins, breads and bagels, plus meats, cheese and more. Relax on board as you make your way through the placid waters surrounding the city and take in epic skylines as you enjoy brunch. This cruise is capped at 40 people, which ensures there's plenty of room on deck. Beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks are available for purchase.

See New York City from the water with a sightseeing cruise from a bustling East River Pier. Navigate the New York Harbor for stunning views of the Statue of Liberty, watch for the iconic shape of the World Financial Center, and capture unforgettable images of the city skyline. See Ellis Island and the Brooklyn Bridge, then watch the Big Apple’s shoreline unfurl as you take it in from the deck of a comfortable sightseeing vessel.

Enjoy views of New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island, during this 60-minute sightseeing boat cruise. You’ll depart from the East Side of Manhattan before cruising under the Brooklyn Bridge and sailing within 100 feet (30 meters) of these famous landmarks, admiring One World Trade Center in the distance.

Experience New York City’s top attractions on this unique, all-day hop-on hop-off cruise. One ticket is all that’s needed to see the city. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, plus iconic landmarks like One World Trade Center’s Freedom Tower, the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and much more from New York Harbor. This cruise includes entry to the National September 11 Memorial and Museum, which serves as a lasting tribute of remembrance and honor to the almost 3,000 people that were killed here on 9/11.

Crunched for time but still want to see the best of New York City? Try this 1-hour sightseeing cruise along New York’s Hudson River. Get an incredible perspective of the Manhattan skyline, One World Trade Center and the Empire State Building, plus close-ups of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and more from the water. Learn about the history of the sites with commentary from a tour guide. Food and beverages are available for purchase on board.

This 1.5-hour custom sightseeing tour on the Hudson River is designed for photographers and tourists alike. Travel on the same media boat that news photographers use to cover breaking stories, and view more than 40 iconic sights—including the New York City skyline—from unique vantage points. The captain’s narration provides a comprehensive overview of New York Harbor, with close-up views of landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of Liberty.

Brunch is a weekend ritual in New York, and on this morning cruise, you’ll experience a classic Big Apple brunch while sightseeing simultaneously. Depart in the morning from Chelsea Piers; your vessel offers all-glass viewing areas. As you wend your way past sights like the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and more, you can also enjoy dishes from the extensive on-board buffet, plus bottomless coffee, mimosas, and tea. Live jazz music will add to the trip’s festive feel.

See New York’s ineffable skyline from the water—and soak up a festive atmosphere—aboard a holiday-themed cruise. Choose from a number of convenient departure times, and set sail aboard an elegant yacht that’s been decorated for the holidays. As you go, discover the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline, and other scenic vistas. You can also sing along to carols, listen to live jazz, nibble homemade Christmas cookies, and enjoy a cup of spiked hot cocoa or other complimentary beverage from the bar.

Set sail around Manhattan in a bespoke, 1920s inspired yacht during this boutique boat cruise that. Take your spot on the inviting, wood interior and float past the iconic sights of Lower Manhattan before sailing on to the Statue of Liberty. Compare the skylines of Brooklyn and Queens while sipping a drink from the onboard luxury bar.