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Statue & Skyline Sightseeing Cruise

Experience sightseeing like never before on this NYC boat tour!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $52 Adult, $38 Child, $18 Infant
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A fun activity in NYC to do right now! Experience sightseeing like never before on this NYC boat tour with Classic Harbor Line! Join us aboard our 1920s-inspired motor yacht, Manhattan or Manhattan II and take in the iconic sights and landmarks of NYC from the Hudson River! Start your morning off at Hudson Yards and then walk the High Line to Chelsea Piers and join us for this sightseeing tour from the water! This is a top-rated sightseeing NYC boat cruise to book now for your next trip to NYC or while hosting out-of-town guests. Great for small groups, friends and family with child and infant tickets available! Sit back and relax on this elegantly crafted boat as you cruise by Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, and Governors Island, for sweeping views of the NYC skyline from NY Harbor.

Around Manhattan Brunch Cruise

Join us for a top rated NYC weekend brunch cruise around Manhattan!
Duration: 2.75 hrs +
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starting at $102
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If you are wondering where to brunch in NYC look no further! Join us for a top rated NYC weekend brunch! Our famous leisurely weekend brunch cruise offers a freshly prepared prix fixe brunch along with the best sightseeing in NYC! Our “cruisine” is packed with delicious foods and fresh baked NYC goods served tableside on our classic boat. Guests on this 2.75-hour New York City yacht brunch cruise are treated to one complimentary bloody mary or mimosa, or add a brunch mimosa bucket at check-out for a bubbly brunch upgrade. Circumnavigate the island of Manhattan during this elegant brunch cruise in NYC and view all of the top rated NYC sights from the interior glass enclosed salon or the open outer deck of yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II. This is one of the best brunch spots in NYC to gather with your friends! On this weekend brunch cruise, our menu is packed with delicious New York State foods and local goods from NYC purveyors: seasonal fruit, fresh bagels and pastries, a classic smoked salmon display, mixed greens and garden veggie salad with house-made vinaigrette, four pepper chicken sausages, herb roasted potatoes, veggie frittata and delightful sweet treats to finish. *Gluten-free and meatless options are available upon request.

Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise

The Best NYC Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise on the Hudson River!
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan (I & II)
Cost: Starts at $102
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Join us on the yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II, our cozy, elegant 1920s-style classic boats as we travel northbound on the Hudson River on this NYC Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise! Admire the last leaves of fall in their splendor through the skylights of our yachts heated and glass-enclosed observatory. During this NYC fall foliage Hudson River cruise, you’ll observe New York’s most dramatic natural wonders and colorful foliage as the seasons change. Our NYC Hudson River brunch cruise is a three-course prix fixe menu served in a hybrid fashion of both 'family style' and buffet served table side: freshly made New York bakery and pastry, salmon and lox, chef’s seasonal salad with an autumn twist, a roasted ham, and more. This Hudson River fall foliage cruise includes a complimentary bloody mary, mimosa, beer, wine, or champagne.

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NYC Statue Day Sail aboard America 2

Offering the best NYC sail boat experience in NY Harbor!
Duration: 1.75 hrs - 2 hrs
Boat: Schooner America 2.0
Cost: Starts at $52-$58 Adult, $28, Child, $18 Infant
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Offering the best NYC sail boat experience around, the Schooner America 2.0 provides a top-rated NYC day sail boat ride in New York Harbor. Schooner America 2.0 is the newest, largest, most elegant yacht in the Classic Harbor Line fleet. On this NYC boat tour, enjoy a day sail on this 105-foot schooner that is perfect for a fun NYC family activity, a top NYC day date idea, entertaining friends, or out of town guests. When you leave the dock aboard this sailboat cruise of NYC, you will forget the mayhem and noise of the city of Manhattan, and you’ll feel the relaxing breeze of New York Harbor! Take in all the iconic sites of NYC from the Hudson River, including Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Get the perspective of the famous NYC skyline from the decks of this stunning NYC sail boat. If Schooner America 2.0 is not available for the date you are interested in, please take a look at Schooner Adirondack’s Day Sail Schedule.

NYC Statue Day Sail aboard Adirondack

Come sailing with us in NY Harbor on Schooner Adirondack!
Duration: 1.75 hrs - 2 hrs
Boat: Schooner Adirondack
Cost: Starts at $52-$58 Adult, $28 Child, $18 Infant
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This NYC sailboat ride is offered from April through early November: Experience New York like never before on this NYC sail boat tour, which is a two-hour experience aboard the Schooner Adirondack, an 80-foot, wooden pilot schooner. Within five minutes of leaving the dock on this sailboat cruise of NYC, you’ll forget the mayhem and noise of Manhattan street life, and you’ll feel the relaxing breeze of New York Harbor! Sail past the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and get the best views of the NYC skyline with One World Trade Center on this NYC sail boat cruise. Looking for a fun family activity in NYC? This sailboat cruise in NYC is the best fun family thing to do in NYC for families with special kids tickets available. Not only is this sail boat tour in NY Harbor good for families, but is a top rated NYC experience for a group of friends or out of town guests.

Statue & Skyline Cruise Aboard Kingston

NYC Sightseeing Boat Tour aboard the Yacht Kingston!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Kingston
Cost: Starts at $52
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Leave the noise of city life behind and experience New York like never before aboard our boat tour of NYC. Sit back and enjoy this intimate lightly narrated Manhattan boat tour of lower Manhattan from the open deck of our mini yacht Kingston! On this NYC boat tour, get up close views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and the NYC Skyline from the Hudson River. This NYC cruise is great for small groups, friends, or family looking for a top-rated sightseeing experience around NYC. The boat features an interior salon with openable windows and an open outer deck, along with a full bar.

So book now and join us aboard the yacht Kingston today for this boat cruise in NYC, and see New York as it was meant to be seen—from the water!

Fall Foliage Cruise Aboard Yacht Kingston

Enjoy a Hudson River fall foliage cruise on the Yacht Kingston!
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Kingston
Cost: $96 to $112
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Enjoy a Hudson River fall foliage cruise aboard Yacht Kingston, our cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht, as we travel north on the Hudson River to experience the fall foliage in NYC! Admire the last leaves of fall in all their splendor through the large, windowed salon of our yacht’s heated and enclosed observatory with wrap-around seating, or while catching the autumn breeze on the open outer deck. This is a great Hudson River fall foliage cruise for photo opportunities! Observe New York’s most dramatic natural wonders and colorful foliage as the seasons change. It’s a Hudson River fall foliage cruise you won’t forget!

This cruise often sells out. If it is not available on the date you are seeking, consider any of our other NYC Fall Foliage sails.

Mimosa Sail on the Schooner Adirondack

Start your summer weekend with a top-rated boat ride in NYC!
Duration: 1.75 hrs - 2 hrs
Boat: Schooner Adirondack
Cost: Starts at $52-$58
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Start your summer weekend with a top-rated boat ride in NYC! A mimosa sail aboard the stunning Schooner Adirondack is a fun weekend activity in NYC for locals, or add it to your NYC summer bucket list. Gather with friends and family on this NYC boat tour, or consider it for a fun NYC date idea. An afternoon in NY Harbor aboard our original classic boat, Schooner Adirondack, offers a premium sailing experience in NYC. Schooner Adirondack is an 80-foot wooden pilot schooner that’s been sailing in NYC since 1998. Quickly forget the mayhem and noise of Manhattan and join us for a memorable boat cruise in NYC!

Around Manhattan Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise

Celebrate Mom on this NYC Mother's Day Brunch Cruise!
Duration: 2.75 hrs +
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $124
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Welcome to one of the best NYC Mother’s Day Brunch experiences! Treat mom to the elegant NYC Mother’s Day Brunch spot that she deserves on this Mother’s Day brunch cruise in NYC! Our classic boats, yacht Manhattan and Manhattan II, offer comfortable seating in a glass enclosed salon along with sweeping views of the NYC skyline and iconic landmarks from an open outer deck. A delicious three-course prix fixe brunch menu is served tableside with one complimentary Bloody Mary or Mimosa included! *Bottomless mimosas included for all Moms on Mother’s Day on our leisurely weekend brunch experience in NYC. This is the best brunch spot in NYC where you will see the entire island passing by all the major sites of Manhattan including the Statue of Liberty on this 2.75-hour cruise.

Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise

The most popular Christmas Holiday Cruise in NYC!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Manhattan Yachts
Cost: $Starts at $98 to $132
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Please join us for Christmas in December on this special warm and cozy NYC Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise! Bring your friends, family, and all your loved ones during the NYC holiday season in December. Join us inside the toasty solarium on this Christmas cruise in NYC and enjoy a boat in full holiday decor for a 1.5-hour cruise. See the NYC skyline during Christmas in NYC on your holiday vacation to New York, and listen to holiday songs played by our live band during your Cocoa & Carols Holiday Cruise! On this New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise, you receive one complimentary drink of beer, wine, champagne, or delicious hot cocoa (spiked if you please), along with cookies and treats included for all! Additional drinks are available for purchase by credit card. This is an NYC holiday cruise that you just can’t miss!

Sing-Along Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise

Join us for a special warm and cozy NYC Cocoa & Carols Cruise!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: $Starts at $98 to $132
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Make lasting memories with your family, friends or co-workers aboard our NYC Holiday Caroling Cruise: Cocoa and Carols Sing-Along Cruise! This holiday season, join us aboard our cozy, festive yacht and enjoy a unique holiday experience. Led by a jolly vocalist and the merriest of musicians, this one-of-a-kind cruise invites guests, both young and old, to sing their hearts out to traditional holiday songs. From Frosty the Snowman to Jingle Bells the whole family or office can delight in some classic holiday cheer while on a holiday sightseeing boat ride in NYC.During this NYC Holiday Sing-A-Long & Cocoa Cruise, sip on complimentary hot cocoa (spiked, if you please, for the adults) as New York City’s iconic skyline twinkles in the background. Relax in our heated 1920s-style yachts decked out in elaborate holiday décor as you enjoy the best sightseeing opportunity during Christmas in NYC. The Holiday Sing-A-Long Cruise is perfect for families, friend groups, and holiday office parties. It’s a delightful way to add a little extra holiday magic to your Christmas in New York City.

Statue & Skyline Holiday Cocoa Cruise

Join us for a Classic Holiday Sightseeing Experience in NYC!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $58 to $86 Adult, $38 to $48 Child, $18 Infant
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Looking for a fun Christmas experience in NYC in December? Join us on a holiday cruise in NYC aboard one of our classic, climate-controlled yachts, decked out in holiday decor and cruise the Hudson River and NY Harbor! On this holiday NYC boat tour, you’ll take in the most famous skyline in the world and get an up-close view of the Statue of Liberty and iconic NYC landmarks from the water. This cocoa cruise in NYC is one of New York’s best holiday sightseeing cruises during Christmas! On this Classic Harbor Line holiday cruise, guests are sure to have a cozy and memorable experience with comfortable seating in a heated grand salon as well as views from an open outer deck on this holiday cruise in NYC.

Holy Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise: Traditional Carols & Hymns

A classic Christmas experience in NYC during the holiday season!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $98 to $132
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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays in NYC from Classic Harbor Line! Are you looking for things to do in NYC for Christmas? Please join us for this special warm and cozy NYC Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise tailored for friends, family, and all your loved ones during Christmas in NYC. Make lasting memories on this holiday cruise in NYC from the moment you’re welcomed aboard our classic boat decked out in full holiday decor for Christmas in NYC! This 1.5-hour holiday cruise in NYC is a fun sightseeing activity to do in NYC during November and December offering a heated grand salon for epic views of NYC as we cruise. On this traditional New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise, guests are treated to one complimentary drink or house-made hot cocoa and the most festive nyc holiday cookies and treats! Musically talented groups will host these special Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise with traditional carols and hymns! This is one of the best things to do in NYC for Christmas, so sit back and enjoy the show and NYC sites during the holiday season in NYC!

Book now to join us for a fun and festive live music event in NYC during Christmas!

New Year’s Day Brunch

Start your year with a NYC New Year’s Day brunch cruise!
Duration: 2.75 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starting at $102 Adult, $68 Child
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Happy New Year! Are you looking for one of the best things to do on New Year’s Day in NYC? Start your year with us on an NYC New Year’s Day brunch cruise! Take a seat on our classic boat, with a warm, cozy, and spectacularly decorated main cabin, which is sure to bring you and your guests into the spirit of the season. This NYC New Year’s Day yacht cruise is packed with a bountiful holiday-themed brunch menu as well as one complimentary drink of beer, wine, Champagne, bloody Mary or mimosa. Celebrate at one of the best brunch spots in NYC on this 2.75-hour Manhattan Island circumnavigation cruise. This NYC sightseeing cruise checks all the boxes as guests enjoy the views from our climate-controlled and enclosed back-deck observatory of the yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II.

Urban Naturalist Tour: Seals, Seabirds and Winter Wildlife

Embark on a journey of discovery & see the wildlife around NYC!
Duration: 2.75 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan II
Cost: Starts at $88 to $128 Adult, $78 Child
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Join us aboard the luxury yacht Manhattan II -- our cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht -- as we explore the NYC winter wildlife and history of Lower NY harbor, the NYC skyline, and the obscure islands of Hoffman and Swinburne Islands just beyond the Verrazzano Bridge! Embark on a journey of discovery on this new winter wildlife sightseeing boat cruise aboard our classic yacht, MANHATTAN II, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the lesser known Hoffman and Swinburne Islands. On this captivating 2.75-hour NYC sightseeing cruise we'll take in the winter wildlife of NY Harbor and these amazing islands with rich history that now serve as a seal destination in winter. Seal sightings are not guaranteed on this NYC wildlife boat tour, but they have been a constant inhabitant of Swinburne and Hoffman during winter for the past several years. On this NYC boat ride, our expert tour guides and renowned Urban Naturalists, Gabriel Willow or Russell Jacobs, will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands and historic waterways. They'll illuminate the stories of the migrating birds who inhabit the harbor this time of year. Once used as islands for quarantining immigrants with contagious diseases in the 19th century, Swinburne and Hoffman are modern day 'abandoned islands', reclaimed by nature as a breeding ground for birds, and a winter 'haul out' destination for grey seals and harbor seals. Throughout this NYC eco boat tour, our knowledgeable naturalist-guide will share insights into the conservation efforts aimed at preserving these precious ecosystems. Learn about the ongoing research conducted by organizations such as the NYC Bird Alliance and Parks’ Natural Resources Group, as they strive to protect and nurture the diverse NYC wildlife that call these islands home. This tour will not operate in foul weather or high wind conditions. Should we have to cancel due to weather limitations you will have the option for a refund or a reschedule.

NYC Easter Brunch Cruise

Celebrate Easter Sunday on the Yacht Manhattan with your family!
Duration: 2.75 hrs +
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starting at $102
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Enjoy a NYC Easter Brunch Cruise aboard the yacht Manhattan with your family this Easter holiday! This is a fantastic way to experience the beauty of NY Harbor with your loved ones. Cruise with us around the island of Manhattan and take in all of the iconic sights this city has to offer while enjoying our delicious holiday-themed menu. Our spectacular glassed-in salon is the perfect way to take in the splendor of spring for an unforgettable NYC experience. Expect some extra fun and treats aboard for kids ages 0-100! Sit back and enjoy the gorgeous 360-degree view of the island from the climate-controlled and enclosed back-deck observatory of these 1920s style motor yachts. This is a luxurious and intimate experience that will leave you breathless and will create lasting memories for the family!

New York City

Family Friendly Tours

Looking for some fun family friendly activities to do in NYC? We offer the best NYC family boat rides! Get together with friends and family aboard one of our classic boats and enjoy some family activities in NYC! We’ll pass by all the best sights in New York City and cruise out to the Statue of Liberty for a close pass by this iconic NYC landmark. Conditions permitting, ask the Captain to let your kids drive the boat for a one-of-a-kind NYC sightseeing experience on our kid friendly NYC cruises! Learn about the best NYC historical icons and spend the day together on one of our NYC family fun boat tours.

Our family activities in NYC are the perfect amount of time, ranging from 1 to 2 hours aboard our classic boats. Let these NYC family boat rides captivate your children and cruise with us out into NY Harbor and enjoy the views from on deck!

Our sightseeing NYC family friendly boat tours are safe, fun, informative, and affordable. Did you know that the Statue of Liberty has seven points to its crown that represent the seven continents of the world? Cruise with us past Ellis Island and see the Brooklyn Bridge from a distance. Watch boats dance on the water, and the buildings twinkle in the sunlight as you cruise in style and relaxation. Whether you’re looking for a day sail or a cruise on a classic motorboat, you are sure to enjoy your time with us on a family boat cruise that is kid friendly.

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Sunset Cruise on Yacht Manhattan

A NYC Sunset Cruise is the perfect date night idea!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $78
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A top rated sunset activity in NYC awaits on this Sunset Cruise in New York! Looking for something different for date night? Experience a beautiful New York City sunset during an epic date night in NYC for romance and fun! Our NYC Harbor sunset cruise along the Hudson River and into NY Harbor offers just that! On this Sunset Cruise in New York, sit back and enjoy the gorgeous 360-degree views of the NYC skyline from the open outer deck or the glass observatory of our classic 1920s-style yacht. Sip a drink from the bar and admire the sights as we pass by all the iconic landmarks around lower Manhattan. Cruise past the Statue of Liberty and make lasting memories in NYC at sunset!

Book now for an epic sunset cruise in New York and join us aboard the Manhattan or Manhattan II for the best NYC skyline views. Witness the beauty and elegance of New York with a one-of-a-kind perspective from the water!

Sunset Sail on America 2

Escape the city without leaving it on this sunset cruise in NYC!
Duration: 2 hrs
Boat: Schooner America 2.0
Cost: Starts at $78-$98
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This sunset cruise in NYC allows you to experience a fun and picturesque New York City sunset by sailing aboard our epic sailboat, Schooner America 2.0! During this sailboat sunset cruise, guests are treated to a complimentary drink by our exceptional crew along with stunning NYC skyline views at sunset! Plus the opportunity to watch our team raise sail and sail through NY Harbor! On this sunset sail of NYC, enjoy the vibrant, warm rays of the sun and watch it sink peacefully into the horizon as we sail past the Statue of Liberty. Looking for a fun activity in NYC to do at sunset? This New York City Sunset cruise on the Schooner America 2.0 is perfect for romantic NYC date night ideas, things to do in NYC while entertaining friends from out of town, or just a relaxing experience in NYC to do right now!

Book now to escape the hustle and bustle of the city with your favorite companions aboard this 105-foot, 1800s-style classic sailboat, America 2.0 for a NYC sunset cruise.

If Schooner America 2.0 is not available please check out Schooner Adirondacks Sunset schedule.

Sunset Sail Aboard the Schooner Adirondack

Take to the water and fall in love with NYC all over again!
Duration: 2 hrs
Boat: Schooner Adirondack
Cost: Starts at $78-$98
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Looking for an epic activity in NYC to do at sunset right now? On this sunset boat cruise in NYC aboard Schooner Adirondack, enjoy a stunning New York City sunset from the Hudson River on a classic sailboat. Join us aboard our beautiful 80-foot schooner, the Adirondack, and join your captain and crew in this peaceful, picturesque sailboat sunset cruise away from the concrete and noise of the city. Whether you are looking for the best date idea in NYC or looking for a way to relax after work with colleagues, this outdoor activity in NYC is sure to create lasting memories. We will be shutting off our engines and setting sail for as much of the trip as possible. Book your NYC sunset boat cruise tickets now and join us aboard the Schooner Adirondack and experience the city's beauty and elegance under the setting sun!

If Schooner Adirondack's Sunset Sail is not available, please take a look at Schooner America 2.0 Sunset Sail schedule.

The Cait Jones Trio Jazz Cruise

The perfect NYC date night activity
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Manhattan Yachts
Cost: Starts at $98
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Join us aboard one of our 1920s style Manhattan yachts and witness the city's beauty and elegance, while enjoying some festive live jazz! On this NYC jazz cruise you'll hear the smooth & sultry jazzy throw backs by the amazing vocalist, Cait Jones. Great for date night or a relaxing night on the water. This is a soft-toned jazz performance featuring electric guitar and bass as back ups. A perfect combination to the elegant evening cruise in NY Harbor in the grand salon of the classic Manhattan yachts.

Evening Jazz Cruise Aboard Yacht Manhattan

Enjoy an Evening Jazz Cruise in NYC in the famous NY Harbor.
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $98
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Looking for a fun live music event in NYC? Enjoy an Evening Jazz Cruise in NYC in the famous NY Harbor aboard the luxury 1920s-style Manhattan yachts and listen to live jazz music! Throughout the cruise, guests will be entertained by an exceptional ensemble of Broadway-caliber performers. Musical arrangements may feature a dynamic combination of saxophone, keyboard, drums, electric guitar, or bass, creating a unique experience on each cruise. This is truly the perfect way to start your evening with live music in NYC and relax to the soothing sounds of this NYC jazz cruise. This jazz boat ride in NYC is perfect for an after work gathering or a romantic NYC date night.

Tides & Tapas: Taste of the Sea at Sunset

NYC Sunset and Tapas: Luxurious times to be had by all on the water!
Duration: 2 hrs
Boat: Schooner America 2.0
Cost: $126
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Enjoy a relaxing and comfortable sunset sail aboard the classic Schooner America 2.0. Our chefs have prepared a Taste of the Sea for you, expertly paired with a wine flight, if you choose to add it. Expect a tapas style tasting menu featuring caviar, smoked trout, ahi tuna, seared scallops and delightful accoutrements to dazzle your palate. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or enjoying an indulgent night with friends, our Tides & Tapas tasting and wine flight is sure to satisfy the senses as the perfect sea-inspired tasting while sailing at sunset. Capacity is limited to create an intimate and luxurious NY Harbor experience.

Evening Serenade: Vocalist & Live Band!

A romantic evening on our classic yacht with a vocalist & live band!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $98
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We welcome you aboard the 1920s style yacht Manhattan to witness the city's beauty and elegance, while enjoying live music by NYC musicians! On this cruise you may hear anything from Broadway to the Billboards, romantic classics, signature Sinatra and New York City-inspired selections. Our vocalists will pull from Sinatra, Nina Simone, Bublé, Harry Connick Jr, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and may do a jazzy rendition of pop-covers from today as well. Enjoy this cruise as part of date night, or as an 'Only in NYC' way to see the sights of NYC.

Sunset Cocktail Cruise Aboard Yacht Kingston

The most intimate sunset cruise in NY Harbor!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Kingston
Cost: $74 - $92
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Looking for the best place to end your NYC walking tour? Meet us at the Chelsea Piers complex for a sunset cruise in NYC aboard one of our classic mini yachts, Kingston! During this NYC sunset cruise, alongside up to 28 other guests, see a spectacular NYC sunset from the Hudson River. Our mini yacht, Kingston, is the most intimate yacht in the Classic Harbor Line fleet and is ideal for fun date night experience or night out with friends for a sunset boat cruise in NYC.

The yacht Kingston features a fantail stern, plumb bow, and mahogany rails and offers comfortable wrap-around seating in an interior salon with openable windows. The boat also has an outer deck that’s ideal for getting the best sunset pictures of the NYC skyline on this sunset boat tour of NYC! One complimentary beer, wine, champagne, soft drink or water is included with additional drinks available for purchase from the full bar onboard.

Guests are welcome on the forward deck, as well, to soak in the sun and to score fantastic photographs of the city skyline! She features a fantail stern, plumb bow, mahogany rails, and a beautiful bar at midship.

This is one of the best places in NYC to enjoy a cocktail with friends after work for a NYC sunset you won’t forget.

Classic Cocktails aboard Yacht Manhattan

One of NYC's best cocktail cruise in NY Harbor!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $78
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On this evening cocktail cruise in New York, we invite you to enjoy and savor a well-made ‘welcome aboard’ complimentary cocktail varied by week! On this fun boat tour of NYC, you’ll see the NYC skyline while enjoying comfortable seating from the glass-enclosed grand salon. On this NY Harbor evening cocktail cruise, we invite you to take a selfie with the Statue of Liberty, explore the outer decks, or stay cozy in your private nook; every vantage point offers the BEST VIEWS OF NYC. Welcome to a new era of 20s cocktails with a Sake Gimlet or a Grapefruit & Rosemary Rickey. Our sophisticated cocktail menu is packed with creative modern-day spins and helps make this a fun evening cruise in New York. A full bar is available to purchase additional drinks by credit card. A specialty cocktail menu is also available on this fun New York harbor cruise!

Statue and City Lights Cruise on Yacht Manhattan

Experience a romantic New York Sightseeing cruise in NY Harbor!
Duration: 1.25 - 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starting at $52
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Experience a romantic New York Sightseeing cruise like never before and join us aboard our luxurious 1920s-inspired motor yacht. On this boat ride in NYC, you’re able to cozy up in the climate-controlled observation cabin to take in the iconic sights. Join us for a bright and beautiful New York City skyline by nightfall during a comfortable and unique NYC boat tour. This romantic NYC night cruise is truly one of the most spectacular ways to see NYC!

Live Jazz Sail in New York Harbor

Join us for a fun summer evening on America 2.0 for live jazz in NYC!
Duration: 1.75 hrs - 2 hrs
Boat: Schooner America 2.0
Cost: $116
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Join us for a fun summer evening aboard the decks of our stunning 105-foot schooner, America 2.0 for live jazz in NYC! Sit back and relax with a glass of champagne in hand and glide through NY Harbor with the sun setting behind the Statue of Liberty or see the NYC Skyline lit up at night on this jazz cruise in NYC. Pass by the NYC skyline and see Manhattan’s financial district at the golden hour in NYC or see its twinkling lights! This sail is a top rated activity in NYC for friends, or for a romantic date night in New York. One of the best ways to have an epic experience in NY Harbor is aboard our classic Schooner America 2.0 for a live jazz show in NYC. Watch as our captain and crew raise sail, experience NYC during summer and get the best vantage point of the Statue of Liberty on this top rated live music experience!

Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise

The most popular Christmas Holiday Cruise in NYC!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Manhattan Yachts
Cost: $Starts at $98 to $132
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Please join us for Christmas in December on this special warm and cozy NYC Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise! Bring your friends, family, and all your loved ones during the NYC holiday season in December. Join us inside the toasty solarium on this Christmas cruise in NYC and enjoy a boat in full holiday decor for a 1.5-hour cruise. See the NYC skyline during Christmas in NYC on your holiday vacation to New York, and listen to holiday songs played by our live band during your Cocoa & Carols Holiday Cruise! On this New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise, you receive one complimentary drink of beer, wine, champagne, or delicious hot cocoa (spiked if you please), along with cookies and treats included for all! Additional drinks are available for purchase by credit card. This is an NYC holiday cruise that you just can’t miss!

Holiday Jazz

Join us on our festive Holiday Jazz Cruise in NYC!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan II
Cost: Starts at $98 to $132
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Happy Holidays from Classic Harbor Line! Join us aboard our luxury 1920s-style Yacht Manhattan II in full holiday decor for our festive Holiday Jazz Cruise in NYC. This 1.5-hour NYC Jazz cruise is a fun date idea during the Christmas season in NYC. Join us for a glass of champagne and see the city lights twinkle at night as you cozy up for an evening in NY Harbor! Our luxury yacht offers top rated views of the NYC skyline, Statue of Liberty and parts of Brooklyn. Delicious champagne, hot cocoa (spiked if you please), cookies, and treats for all our guests are included! Additional drinks are available for purchase by credit card. Enjoy your evening with friends or for a fun NYC holiday date idea and immerse in the festive sounds of our live Jazz Trio during Christmas in NYC!

Sing-Along Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise

Join us for a special warm and cozy NYC Cocoa & Carols Cruise!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: $Starts at $98 to $132
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Make lasting memories with your family, friends or co-workers aboard our NYC Holiday Caroling Cruise: Cocoa and Carols Sing-Along Cruise! This holiday season, join us aboard our cozy, festive yacht and enjoy a unique holiday experience. Led by a jolly vocalist and the merriest of musicians, this one-of-a-kind cruise invites guests, both young and old, to sing their hearts out to traditional holiday songs. From Frosty the Snowman to Jingle Bells the whole family or office can delight in some classic holiday cheer while on a holiday sightseeing boat ride in NYC.During this NYC Holiday Sing-A-Long & Cocoa Cruise, sip on complimentary hot cocoa (spiked, if you please, for the adults) as New York City’s iconic skyline twinkles in the background. Relax in our heated 1920s-style yachts decked out in elaborate holiday décor as you enjoy the best sightseeing opportunity during Christmas in NYC. The Holiday Sing-A-Long Cruise is perfect for families, friend groups, and holiday office parties. It’s a delightful way to add a little extra holiday magic to your Christmas in New York City.

Holiday Wine, Cheese & Light Bites Pairing

Enjoy this Holiday Wine Tasting in NYC on a classic yacht!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $98
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Experience a fun and festive Wine, Cheese & Small Bites Pairing during the Holiday Season in NYC! This 'pairing' cruise is great way to inspire your holiday table this Season! Each bottle is a hand picked, **festive wine selection that will be expertly paired with the perfect cheese, small bite or chocolate** This cruise is great for an NYC date night experience, friends night out for the holidays, or small groups looking to celebrate. Join us aboard the Yacht Manhattan* or *Manhattan II decked out in full holiday decor and relax in our climate controlled glassed-in observatory with comfortable seating. Sip on wines, and nibble paired cheeses and accoutrements while taking in the city skyline and surroundings.
Duration: 2.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $368 to $448
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Looking for one of the best things to do in NYC on New Year’s Eve? Our New Year’s Eve cruise is one of the best events in NYC to bring in the New Year! Celebrate with your special someone or close friends on a Classic Harbor Line Champagne tasting New Year’s Eve cruise with a live Jazz band! Did you know NYC puts on the best New Year’s Eve fireworks show in NY Harbor? Enjoy the fireworks display on this NYC New Year’s Eve cruise aboard the yacht Manhattan and Manhattan II from the open outer deck or inside our cozy, heated observatory fully decorated for this special holiday! This fireworks cruise in NYC on New Year’s Eve has limited capacity to create an intimate, and comfortable, experience in NY Harbor. Picture cruising along the Hudson River on New Year’s Eve with a glass of Champagne in hand from a selection of our special sparkling wines hand-selected by our wine and food expert. See the best NYE fireworks show in NYC and dance the night away listening to tunes by our live Jazz band. Take a selfie with the NYC skyline twinkling as the clock strikes midnight. This NYC New Year’s Eve cruise will have a five-flight Champagne tasting and the best spot in NY Harbor for the magical display of Fireworks off the Statue of Liberty!

Valentine’s Day Champagne Tasting Cruise

The most romantic Valentine’s activity to do in NYC!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan or Yacht Manhattan II
Cost: Starts at $98 to $112
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Looking for a NYC Valentine’s Day Cruise to celebrate the day with your special someone or your close and dear friends? Join Classic Harbor Line for a romantic date night on Valentine's Day! This is a unique romantic journey through NY Harbor on Valentine's Day where you'll find the main salon of our classic boats warm, cozy and enchanting. Enjoy a 4-glass champagne tasting, chocolates, cheese and accouterments with your special someone during this romantic Valentines cruise for the perfect NYC date night idea! The NYC skyline will be your backdrop and is sure to create a lasting memory. Enjoy this heartfelt Valentine’s Day boat ride and cruise into NY Harbor on this luxury yacht for a night of romance! Guests are assigned comfortable seating in the boat’s heated grand salon, making it easy to relax while taking in the iconic NYC sights as you listen to classic love songs throughout the evening.

The Jazz Gallery at Sea Cruise

Join us for a limited time jazz cruise series on the yacht Manhattan!
Duration: 1.5 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $98
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Celebrate International Jazz Month (April) with an unforgettable evening on the water with Classic Harbor Line in collaboration with The Jazz Gallery! We’re hosting The Jazz Gallery at Sea Series aboard our classic MANHATTAN yachts. Cruise with us through NY Harbor as emerging musicians fill the cabin with the rich, soulful sounds, honoring the city’s legendary role in NYC Jazz history. On this cruise enjoy sweeping skyline views of all of the iconic sites NY harbor has to offer, see the warm glow of the city at night, and relish in an intimate musical experience unlike any other. This special series blends exceptional live music, iconic waterfront scenery, and the elegance of our classic yachts for a truly soulful celebration of jazz in NYC. About The Jazz Gallery: The Jazz Gallery is America’s premier performance venue for emerging artists who challenge convention, take creative risks and lead their field as performers, composers and thinkers. Through residencies, commissions, performances, and exhibitions, we provide a platform for artists to discover their unique voice and a home for established musicians to continue to experiment and grow while being committed to removing barriers to participation and to advancing a diverse representation of cultural backgrounds. At The Jazz Gallery, artists and audiences come together from around the world to explore new creative ideas, collaborate and celebrate jazz as a dynamic art form that reflects our ever-changing world.

New York City

Date Night/Romantic Tours

Looking for the best NYC date night idea? Take to the water on a romantic sunset boat ride in New York! There are a lot of fun date ideas in NYC, but the most unique date night idea in New York is to join us aboard one of our classic yachts in New York Harbor! Experience a fun date night in NYC and enjoy a sunset sailing experience or a late-night city lights cruise. For the best date night spot in NYC, NY Harbor offers the most romantic NYC skyline views during one of our sunset sightseeing cruises aboard our classic yachts.

Take a deep breath, relax, and feel the wind in your hair on a romantic boat ride in NY Harbor. Sip on champagne and have a quiet, intimate conversation with your loved one as you drift by the Statue of Liberty or cruise below the Brooklyn Bridge on a fun NYC date night. A romantic boat ride on one of our classic boats is one of the best date night experiences in NYC, with unforgettable skyline views. Whether it is a City Lights Cruise, Sunset Sail, Champagne & Cheese Tasting, or Evening Jazz cruise, you and your loved one will share a romantic boat ride you’ll cherish for a lifetime, and you are sure to make this a regular fun NYC date idea.

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AIANY Architecture Boat Tour

The official AIANY Architecture Boat Tour in NYC!
Duration: 2 hrs to 2.75 hrs
Boat: Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $74
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Choose a 2-Hour or a 2.75-Hour Option. Join us aboard the teak decks of one of our elegant Manhattan yachts, and enjoy NYC's architectural landmarks - as best seen from the water. Experience New York City’s ever-evolving skyline from the comfort of Classic Harbor Line’s beautifully crafted motor yachts on this in-depth narrated architecture cruise. In collaboration with American Institute of Architects New York (AIANY), the tour offers a thoughtful look at both historic landmarks and cutting-edge design shaping the city's skyline today. Along the way, expert narration brings context to NYC’s growth, offering an engaging overview for first-time visitors while delivering deeper insights for those who know the city well. Highlights include striking additions like Little Island at Pier 55, the expansive Hudson Yards district, and the rise of ultra-slender residential towers redefining the skyline. Aboard the yachts, experience a comfortable and unique tour through NY Harbor and the Rivers surrounding the Island from the climate-controlled and enclosed back-deck observatory or wander to the outer decks for fresh air and sunlight with a complimentary beverage in hand.

Continuing education credits available »

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AIANY Architecture Boat Tour – Lower Manhattan

The official AIANY Lower Manhattan Architecture Boat Tour in NYC!
Duration: 2 hrs
Boat: Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $74
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Experience New York City’s iconic waterfront and ever-evolving skyline on this fully narrated two-hour cruise around Lower Manhattan aboard one of Classic Harbor Line’s beautifully crafted motor yachts. Presented in collaboration with the American Institute of Architects New York (AIANY), this unique harbor tour offers an engaging exploration of the architecture, engineering, and urban planning that have shaped New York into one of the world’s most recognizable cities. This "horseshoe" route offers the very best views in the "Starchitecure" of Lower Manhattan south of 59th street on both the Hudson and East River!. You'll experience highlights such as the west side's 'Via' to the striking 'American Copper Building' on the east side, plus stunning historic and modern buildings - - all viewable from the water. As you cruise along the New York Harbor waterfronts, an expert guide from the AIANY provides fascinating insights into both historic landmarks and contemporary developments. Highlights include Little Island at Pier 55, the transformative Hudson Yards district, the striking rise of 'Supertall' residential towers, and the architectural treasures that line the shores of Lower Manhattan. Designed to appeal to first-time visitors and longtime New Yorkers alike, this two-hour journey offers a deeper understanding of the city's past, present, and future—all from the best seat in the house: the water.

Continuing education credits available »

Our AIANY Architecture Boat Tour makes a great gift! Purchase a CHL gift card at the link below

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AIANY Climate Change and Architecture Tour

The best way to understand the many facets of climate change in NYC!
Duration: 2.75 hrs
Boat: Yacht Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $88
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Join us on the waters encircling Manhattan for a comprehensive examination of how climate change is reshaping our skyline, shoreline and infrastructure. We host the AIANY Climate Change and Architecture Tour aboard the Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II where sweeping views of NYC’s skyline are examined through the lens of sustainability, waterfront resilience and the changing political priorities of our time.

We will explore how climate change is affecting our city and people, and the actions NYC is taking to mitigate our emissions of greenhouse gases, enhance the design of the built environment and improve the health of our ecosystems.

We will see projects that exemplify the collaboration of architects, landscape architects, urban planners, engineers, community groups and others to bring the design and construction of resiliency projects and sustainable buildings to fruition.

Continuing education credits available »

AIANY Industrial Waterway Tour into Freshkills Park

Cruise the active waterway of the Kill Van Kull and into Freshkills Park!
Duration: 3.25 hrs +
Boat: Manhattan
Cost: Starts at $88
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On this 3.25-hour narrated AIANY Freshkills Park boat tour, you will cruise the active, vibrant waterway of the Kill Van Kull and into the heart of Freshkills Park on one of our luxury yachts. The American Institute of Architects New York Chapter (AIANY) will host this special NYC Freshkills Park tour alongside Classic Harbor Line. This is the only public Freshkills Park boat tour available into the Fresh Kills waterway. Officially closed in 2001, Fresh Kills has embarked on a 30-year project to be transformed into the largest city park in NYC! Officially closed in 2001, Freshkills Park is the largest landfill to park transformation project in the world and when complete will be one of the largest parks in NYC. This Freshkills Park cruise shows off how its rolling grasslands, wetlands, and waterways are already home to an abundance of birds, fish, and wildlife.

NYC Architecture Tours

Join us for the best way to see NYC architecture as we cruise around the island of Manhattan with the American Institute of Architects (AIANY) as your guide. This is the most comprehensive and elegant sightseeing tour of the New York City skyline available.

Classic Harbor Line New York is proud to offer various architecture boat tours that are the best way to see New York City’s iconic buildings and classic architecture along the Hudson River, East River, Harlem River and NY Harbor. Tours include: AIANY Around Manhattan Architecture Tour, AIANY Climate Change Tour: Resiliency, Sustainable Architecture and the Future of NYC, and AIANY Industrial Waterfront Tour to Freshkills Park.

Our meticulously designed 1920s-style yachts offer comfortable, teak-detailed, climate-controlled cabins with excellent sight lines to see all of NYC’s top landmarks. Guests are free to wander the decks for even greater New York skyline views!

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NYC Architecture Tours Cover?

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The best way to see the Manhattan skyline, are provided by AIANY guides and are scheduled almost daily. They offer visitors, locals, architecture tourists, and students insightful narration covering New York’s iconic landmarks, historic sights, modern architecture, and engineering feats including Art Deco spires, harbor monuments and infrastructure. See the Chrysler Building, World One Trade Center, the Statue of Liberty, and the Brooklyn Bridge, plus recent buildings by Frank Gehry, Renzo Piano and Bjarke Ingles, as well as other world-renowned architects. This NYC architecture tour is packed with the modern high-rise residential buildings, Super-talls, awe-inspiring structures that coat the NYC skyline!

The official NYC Architecture Cruise features are thematically linked to illustrate the transformation of NYC’s waterfront industry to booming residential development, ecologically-driven park design and resilient urban planning to accommodate storm surge and rising sea levels. The tour also covers themes related to housing and NYC infrastructure.

AIA CES 1.5 to 2.5 LU HSW Continuing Education Credits offered.

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“A fabulous trip. There are many buildings in NY that are best seen from the water, and of course, the boat takes you close to the bridges. The docent was excellent – well informed, and his remarks were very well paced, giving us time to both listen and to look at the buildings (and landscape). The crew members were friendly and attentive, though never obtrusive. The boat feels quite luxurious, and there is a chance to walk around, go outside, or stay inside (the views from inside are very good. My friends and I had a wonderful time and learned a lot, and we plan to ask others to join us when we are all in NY. Very happy passengers, we were.”

– A Chicago Architecture Tour Guide

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