New York City Cruises and Water Tours around Manhattan

Manhattan is an island surrounded by water which makes a boat tour or cruise an ideal way to see and learn about its famous skyline in addition to viewing New York Harbor's famous sights such as the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island up close.

Away from the traffic, noise and crowds you can relax and enjoy getting to know more about Manhattan while having the opportunity to take some incredible photographs.

Choose from these great NYC boat tours and sailing cruises.

Full Island Cruise

Enjoy a relaxed and refreshing 3-hour cruise as you circumnavigate Manhattan Island and see it all — 3 rivers, 7 major bridges, 5 boroughs, over 25 world renowned landmarks and, of course, a magnificent close-up of the Statue of Liberty.

Narrated by expert guides. Inside or outside seating, walk the decks or stand in the bow. Beverages and snack foods are available for purchase on board.

   Full Island Cruise around Manhattan

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New York City 2-Hour Semi-Circle Manhattan Island Cruise

Sail down the Hudson, cruise around the Battery, up the East River, and under the Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg Bridges to the United Nations and back. From Pier 83 at 42nd Street on the Hudson River. Enjoy magnificent views of the world's premier skyline and a close-up view of the Statue of Liberty.

Narrated by expert guides. Inside or outside seating, available year round.

   2-Hour Semi-Circle Manhattan Island Cruise

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90-Minute Historical Society Cruise

The In-Depth 90-Minute Sightseeing Historical Society Cruise of New York City officially partners with the New York Historical Society to bring guests the most information-packed tour of the city’s historical waterfront, neighborhoods, and other important locations.

With the wealth of information provided by the NY Historical Society—founded in 1804—a knowledgeable and friendly licensed NYC tour guide will supply a rich narration that you will not find anywhere else.

   90-Minute Historical Society Cruise

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90-Minute City Lights Cruise

Manhattan’s iconic skyline comes alive at night on the 90-Minute City Lights Hudson River Cruise of New York City. A thousand lights illuminating your sightseeing experience as you cruise past one of the most famous cities in the world. This is a quick romantic adventure to start your night out on the town or a memorable way to end your visit.

The 90-Minute City Lights Cruise departs at sundown for a unique view of the city you won’t experience on land.

   90-Minute City Lights Cruise

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90-Minute NYC Skyline Cruise

The 90-Minute New York City Skyline Narrated Sightseeing Cruise gives guests a jam-packed sightseeing experience of New York City’s distinctive skyline from New York Harbor in just 90 minutes. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, guests are treated to memorable sights like the Empire State Building, United Nations, Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty, and many more.

This short but jam-packed tour was voted “Best of City Search – New York.”

   90-Minute NYC Skyline Cruise

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The Beast Speedboat Tour of Manhattan

Take a wild fun filled 30 minute ride on the Hudson River. New York's fastest boat ride travels 45 miles per hour through New York harbor.

Family fun for children and adults. Available May–Ocober.

   The Beast Speadboat Tour

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Sailing Cruises

The Clipper City New York Sailing Tour

Sail on an exact reconstruction of a barquentine-rigged City Clipper ship. The "Clipper City" is one of the largest US Coast Guard certified sailing vessels.

You will see the Brooklyn Bridge, Governors Island, Ellis Island, Battery Park, the Manhattan Skyline and the Statue of Liberty on your 90 minute cruise.

   Clipper City New York Sailing Tour

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New York Sailing Cruise

Enjoy stunning views of Manhattan as you set sail on an 82 foot vintage 1920's schooner—the Shearwater which was the personal yaught of Charles E. Dunlap. Your 90 minute cruise includes one free drink while you enjoy the views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Governors and Ellis Islands and Battery Park.

   New York Sailing Cruise

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Daytime Sail on the Schooner Adirondack

Head south down the Hudson River from the Chelsea Piers on the Schooner Adirondack for a relaxing 2 hour New York sailing adventure. Complimentary beer (in moderation), soda and water are provided as you head to the statue of liberty and around the Financial District to the Brookly Bridge if the breeze and tides cooperate.

   Day Sail on the Schooner Adirondack

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New York City Full Moon Sail on the Schooner Adirondack

Enjoy a magical, moonlit view of Manhattan from aboard the Schooner Adirondack for an experience you'll never forget. Complimentary champagne, wine, beer (in moderation) and soda are provided. See New York City skyline lights at night, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island on this 2 hour tour.

Sailing on various Dates May–October.
Please call the Destination Center at 1-866-431-1634 before booking to check on availability.

   Full Moon Sail on the Schooner Adirondack

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New York City Champagne Sunset Sail

Experience the sun setting on New York from the water from either of two 80 foot schooners, the Adirondack or the Imagine. Complimentary champagne, wine, beer (in moderation) and soda are provided.

Enjoy an illuminated view of the Manhattan Skyline, Ellis Island and the Statue of liberty.
Please call the Destination Center at 1-866-431-1634 before booking to check on availability.

   Sunset Sail on the Schooner Adirondack or Imagine

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