The 10 Best New York City Yacht Cruises

1.Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,395 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $113Our pick

Circle Manhattan by elegant 1920s-style yacht, hear AIA-led architecture stories, pass 18 bridges, and enjoy skyline views with one drink included.

“The experience was amazing from start to finish!! We needed mobility accommodations and Captain Albert and Savannah did not hesitate to assist!! Our tour guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. (Although his name escapes me) The views were breathtaking!! We will definitely take this tour again.”

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2.NYC: Holiday Yacht Cruise with Jazz, Cocoa & Carols

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 568 reviews · 1h 30m · from $134

Review of NYC’s 90-minute holiday yacht cruise with jazz, carols, cocoa, cookies, drinks, and Statue of Liberty views.

“Wonderful cruise! Great views, the jazz band was amazing and the service was spot on!”

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3.Statue and Skyline Cruise Aboard a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 540 reviews · 1h 30m · from $60Best value

Cruise New York Harbor on a 1920s-style yacht with skyline views, a drink, Statue of Liberty photos, and a comfortable indoor salon.

“A one-service wife enjoyed her birthday weekend. Thank you to this friendly crew for the great experience; it was well worth it!”

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4.New York City: Sunset Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 461 reviews · 90 minutes - 3 hours · from $113

Review of New York’s sunset yacht cruise, with Statue of Liberty views, assigned seating, one drink, timing tips, and honest value advice.

“Yuri and Tim were fantastic, our cruise had been rescheduled from sunset due to rain however this afternoons cruise didn’t disappoint! It was fun and informative and the best views ever! Thanks Yuri and team”

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5.New York City Sunset Cruise on a Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $113

Review of New York City’s 90-minute sunset yacht cruise, with skyline views, Statue of Liberty, assigned tables, drinks, tips, and value.

“Great tour with amazing views of the city skyline and statue of liberty. Bathroom on board. Not too crowded (a welcome change from everything else in the city). Staff were great.”

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6.NYC: Evening Jazz Cruise on the Yacht Manhattan

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 285 reviews · 1h 30m · from $134

Cruise New York Harbor on a classic yacht with live jazz, skyline views, a drink, and close looks at the Statue of Liberty.

“It was very enjoyable. A larger food/drink menu would have been nice.”

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7.NYC: City Lights Yacht Cruise with Drink Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 241 reviews · 75 - 90 minutes · from $78

Review of NYC’s City Lights Yacht Cruise, with skyline views, Statue of Liberty sights, assigned seating, and one included drink.

“It was for a romantic birthday dinner for my boyfriend, and the trip delivered. It felt very fancy and the free drink was nice as well.”

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8.New York City Bright Lights Skyline Cruise on Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 121 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $78

See New York lit up from a yacht on this 75-minute cruise, with Statue of Liberty views, a free drink, and indoor or outdoor seating.

“Very romantic. Great to do in the summer when the weather is good. The lights are bright in NYC and make for great backdrops for pictures. Even goes near the Statue of Liberty.”

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9.NYC: Sunset Cruise on a Small Yacht with a Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 85 reviews · 1h 30m · from $85

Watch New York turn gold on a 90-minute yacht cruise with a drink, Statue of Liberty views, light tapas, and an open-air bow.

“This was an amazing boat trip and I’m so pleased I booked this one. There were just 20 passengers on this so we had a great view of everything and the staff were great at taking photos for us as well. Would recommend this to everyone!”

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10.New York City Sunset Cocktail Cruise on Small Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

Review of NYC’s 90-minute sunset cocktail cruise, with small-yacht views, a drink, charcuterie, Statue of Liberty, and booking tips.

“We all agreed it was a perfect way to end the day. The tour was not crowded and perfect in timing, not too long and not too short. We would enjoy this cruise again.”

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