The 6 Best Sailing Trips in New York City

1.Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

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

A 1920s-style yacht cruise around Manhattan with AIA narration, bridge views, and a free drink, avoiding sidewalk crowds.

“Booked the experience for my mom and I to do when she came for thanksgiving as I recently had ACL and meniscus repair and walking isn’t the easiest right now. Requested a seat prior to booking where I’d be able to keep my locked brace straight. I was sat in the middle of the aisle, where every single person who was making their way to the bow of the ship had to move around me, or I had to move my leg. Had I sat with my leg under the table, I would’ve had my back turned to 90% of the sights. There were other seat options at my group…”

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2.Holiday Yacht Cruise with Jazz, Cocoa & Carols

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

90 minutes of holiday vibes on a heated NYC yacht, with live jazz and carols, hot cocoa and cookies, plus one complimentary drink.

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

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

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

Enjoy a 90-minute luxury yacht cruise with a free drink, front-row Manhattan skyline, and close views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

“brilliant from beginning to end lovely boat excellent tour guide lots of information staff lovely free drink fab e experience”

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4.Sunset Yacht Cruise

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

A 90-minute to 3-hour sunset harbor cruise in NYC with Lower Manhattan views, Statue of Liberty passes, and an included drink onboard.

“The cruise was amazing, Jakob and the entire crew did a fabulous job making our time special. We highly recommend for anyone visiting NYC to check them out.”

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5.Evening Jazz Cruise on the Yacht Manhattan

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

A 90-minute NYC harbor cruise on the Yacht Manhattan with live jazz, skyline views, and a complimentary drink in cozy 1920s style.

“The staff was super friendly, the views were breathtaking, the drinks were delicious and the band was awesome. We enjoyed ourselves so much I actually considered booking again for the following night. Lots to do and see in the area before or after the cruise.”

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6.City Lights Yacht Cruise with Drink Included

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

Night skyline from a 1920s-inspired yacht off Chelsea Piers, with a free drink and 360-degree views of Manhattan and Liberty.

“The River cruise was a great experience to take in the Manhattan skyline at night. The boat went up the Hudson River to get views of the Empire State Building before going south to go past the One World Trade Center. The boat continued on to go around the Statue of Liberty and then back up the Hudson River to return to the pier. We had a free drink each onboard. The crew were very welcoming and pointed out landmarks during the cruise.”

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