Yacht Cruises in the USA: Our 15 Picks

Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise - Boarding at Pier 62 and Settling In

★★★★★★★★★★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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Miami: 2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

2.2 Hour Private Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 899 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $98

Review of Miami’s private two-hour yacht cruise, with waterfront views, music, BYOB convenience, costs, captain fees, and booking tips.

“Jorge was a wonderful captain! I was super comfortable taking this ride solo still very much enjoyable!”

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Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining in St. Petersburg

3.Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining in St. Petersburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 590 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Review of St. Petersburg’s evening yacht cruise, with dancing, Gulf views, optional dining, practical tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.

“Cruise was cancelled at last minute. We are all waiting by the yacht.They wasted our time driving almost 2 hours.”

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Boston: Harbor Sunset Yacht Cruise

4.Boston: Harbor Sunset Yacht Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 570 reviews · 2 hours · from $54

Cruise Boston Harbor at sunset aboard the Northern Lights, with skyline views, light commentary, onboard drinks, and USS Constitution cannon fire.

“We enjoyed the cruise. It rained on our cruise but it wasn't a deal breaker. We were able to see the USS Constitution shoot its cannon off at sunset which was cool.”

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NYC: Holiday Yacht Cruise with Jazz, Cocoa & Carols

5.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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Manhattan: Statue and Skyline Cruise Aboard a Luxury Yacht

6.Statue and Skyline Cruise Aboard a Luxury Yacht

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

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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America’s Cup 12-Meter Yacht Afternoon Sail from Hilton Head

7.America’s Cup 12-Meter Yacht Afternoon Sail from Hilton Head

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 504 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Sail Hilton Head aboard a 39-foot America's Cup yacht, help raise the sails, spot dolphins, and enjoy Lowcountry views for $55.

“great sailing experience, staff was pleasent, captain very knowledgeable. Boat was well maintained. Beverages were offered for a reasonable fee. Would go again.”

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Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

8.Maui: Molokini and Turtles Luxury Yacht Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 477 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $263

Review of Maui’s Molokini luxury yacht snorkel, with turtles, meals, open bar, boat details, weather limits, and value advice.

“The crew waa very knowledgeable and very helpful throughout the journey. The experience was great! So was the food and drinks.”

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Clearwater Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining

9.Clearwater Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 464 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $40

Clearwater’s StarLite Majesty offers a three-hour Tampa Bay sunset cruise with live music, optional dinner, dancing, and waterfront views.

“The dancing and the service was excellent . I had pleasant conversations with people on the boat.It was a great romantic experience for couples and reasonably priced”

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New York City: Sunset Yacht Cruise

10.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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Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

11.Private Luxury Yacht Charters, BYOB & Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 395 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Review of Charleston’s private yacht charter: harbor views, Fort Sumter, dolphins, BYOB, sunset sailing, pricing, parking, and practical tips.

“This relaxing sailboat trip was exactly what we needed! The crew was very attentive and personable and all 4 teenagers enjoyed themselves!”

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Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

12.Private tour for 12 people on a 40 ft Yacht, Ft Lauderdale bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews · 2 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $184

Review of a private Fort Lauderdale yacht charter, with route choices, costs, swimming stops, captains, boat space, and booking tips.

“Andre did a great job! He was very knowledgeable, friendly and professional. The boat was awesome too! We cruised the intercoastal while he pointed out different houses and boats. We anchored at a sandbar for awhile to swim and have fun. He had plenty of swim toys: giant mat, noodles, balls, etc. We booked the boat for four hours which was perfect for us. Thank you Andre for a great day!”

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Miami Sightseeing Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

13.Miami Sightseeing Cruise on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 333 reviews · from $18Best value

See Miami from Biscayne Bay on a 75-minute yacht cruise with skyline views, celebrity homes, bilingual narration, and onboard drinks.

“Hard to find and boat doesn’t have much deck space. Crew was very nice but overall experience was disappointing. Nothing at all like the picture.”

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New York City Sunset Cruise on a Yacht

14.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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