NYC Skyline: Harbor Lights Night Sightseeing Cruise

New York City, New York

NYC Skyline: Harbor Lights Night Sightseeing Cruise

New York City, New York

Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Overview

Experience the magic of New York City at night on the NYC Skyline: Harbor Lights Night Sightseeing Cruise. Enjoy stunning views of iconic landmarks, live commentary, and a lively onboard atmosphere with drinks, snacks, and a covered outdoor dance floor.

🗽 See the Statue of Liberty up close and capture incredible photos

🌉 Cruise under the Brooklyn Bridge and admire the Lower Manhattan skyline

🏙️ Enjoy panoramic views of One World Trade Center, Empire State Building, and the Chrysler Building

🍹 Relax with a happy hour special, dance on the covered outdoor deck, and enjoy snacks and drinks from the cash bar

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 1 hour before sunset

Full description

This two-level boat offers indoor and outdoor decks, ensuring the best views of New York's iconic landmarks. Begin your journey down the East River, gliding under the Brooklyn Bridge with stunning views of Lower Manhattan. As you cruise up the Hudson River, marvel at the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building lit up against the night sky.

Pass by Ellis Island and get up close to the Statue of Liberty, perfect for evening photos. Enjoy light commentary that highlights the famous buildings and neighborhoods on both sides of Manhattan. Take advantage of happy hour specials from the cash bar and choose from a variety of snacks and food options. Dance and mingle to fun music on the covered outdoor deck, making this cruise the perfect way to experience the magic of New York City at night.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome. To purchase or consume alcohol you must be 21+ and have a valid picture ID.

Who can be accommodated?

Children: Children are welcome to join, and must be supervised at all times.
Individuals with disabilities: The boat is wheelchair accessible for push-wheelchairs, service animals are allowed.
Languages: Guide with English and Spanish commentary pointing out landmarks, however the guide will not be with you the entire time.
Pets: No animals or pets allowed

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 90-minute cruise around New York Harbor
What’s included:
- Narrated cruise
- Tour route within 100 feet of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Food & drink are available for purchase, gratuities are not included
- Cash bar available
Who will be present: As this is a public cruise, there will be other patrons aboard the boat.
Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a ticket/reservation.
Photo/ video: You may take your own photos, photos are encouraged!

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running
Arrival: Plan to arrive 30 minutes in advance. The boat departs from slip 3.
Parking: Public transportation nearby
What to wear: Comfortable clothing and good walking shoes
What to bring:
- Recommendations: Water bottle, camera
- What’s allowed: Phones and electronics, food and drinks available for purchase
Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms are available on board.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

This tour does not land at either Liberty Island or Ellis Island

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 24 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 24 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.