--- title: New York City Sunset Cruise on a Yacht lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 103 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.8 reviews: 403 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 27 of 37 (Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-21 data_updated: 2026-10-21 canonical: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/new-york-city-sunset-cruise-on-a-yacht/ --- # New York City Sunset Cruise on a Yacht In our comparison: #27 of 37 in Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise along the Hudson River and New York Harbor on a classic 1920s-style yacht. Pass by Manhattan's financial district, One World Trade, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. Take in the beautiful skyline as the sun dips below the horizon. This is a great way to see Manhattan for visitors and locals alike and a great photo opportunity as well. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - 67 start times: between 15:00 and 20:30 - Food not included: Light snacks available for purchase… - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €103 per person for the Sunset Cruise Option option; other options up to €134 - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.8/5 from 403 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Classic Harbor Line NYC - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 67 start times between 15:00 and 20:30 - Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.8 from 403 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 385 of 403. - 5 stars: 364 (90%) - 4 stars: 21 (5%) - 3 stars: 6 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 11 (3%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Sunset Cruise Option | €103 / person (for 2+ people) | English | - | | Sunset Live Jazz Cruise Option | €121 / person (for 2+ people) | English | Live Jazz Sunset Cruise: There will be a live Jazz band onboard playing anything from swing jazz to classic jazz standards and more! | | Tapas Tasting Cruise Option | €128 / person | English | Aboard a classic yacht: Enjoy comfortable seating in a climate controlled salon on a classic yacht along with an open outer deck for skyline views Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise around NY Harbor Tapas Tasting Included: Enjoy a selection of sea-inspired small plates including caviar, smoked trout, ahi tuna, seared scallops & accompaniments One beverage included: A complimentary beer, wine, Champagne or soda is included with additional beverages available for purchase aboard | | 3-hour Sunset Birding Tour | €134 / person | English | Duration: 3 hours Sandwiches included: Sandwiches are included with a meat and vegetarian option. Guests with dietary restrictions are welcome to bring a snack East River Sunset Cruise: Cruise from Chelsea Piers around the tip of Manhattan & up the East River to North & South Brother Islands. Bring binoculars! Narrated by Urban Naturalist: This partially narrated cruise covers the history and wildlife of the area. Our hope is to see Egrets and Herons nesting! | ## What's included - One complimentary beverage included - 90-minute cruise around Manhattan ## Not included - Gratuities (recommended for the Captain and crew) - Light snacks available for purchase onboard. If bringing food please keep it to a light snack - Please note this cruise is not narrated. There will be relaxing music playing over our sound system ## Itinerary 1. **Manhattan Skyline** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy sweeping views of New York's incredible skyline 2. **Statue of Liberty** (pass by, no stop) - Enjoy up-close views of the Statue of Liberty as the boat cruises by. Great photo opportunity! 3. **Ellis Island** (pass by, no stop) - Cruise along the Hudson River and by Ellis Island for a closer view of this historic landmark. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 67 start times between 15:00 and 20:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-21 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, on Pier 62, which is located at the northernmost end of the Chelsea Piers Complex. Our ticket booth is located on the water just steps from our dock. Please check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth upon arrival. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on the reservation - Service animals are permitted; Emotional Support animals and pets are not permitted - Please coordinate with the operator in advance if assistance is required for boarding or if you have any questions about general accessibility. Accessibility varies by boat - Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator - Guests are not permitted to bring their own alcoholic beverages onboard - Please note that we do not guarantee up-close views of the Brooklyn Bridge during this experience - General Admission ticketing applies to all travelers - Elegant tables assigned to each booking ## Compared with other Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #27 of 37** | €103 | 1h 30m | 4.8 (403) | shared | | [Manhattan Adventure Sightseeing Boat Tour - from Chelsea Piers](/usa/new-york/tours/manhattan-adventure-sightseeing-boat-tour-from-chelsea-piers/?format=md) | €90 | 1h | 4.99 (727) | shared | | [50-Minute NYC Statue of Liberty Scenic Cruise](/usa/new-york/tours/50-minute-nyc-statue-of-liberty-scenic-cruise/?format=md) | €23 | 50 min | 4.99 (417) | shared | | [80-Minute NYC Must-See Essentials Cruise](/usa/new-york/tours/80-minute-nyc-must-see-essentials-cruise/?format=md) | €27 | 1h 20m | 4.98 (275) | shared | Ranked #27 of 37 in Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €23 to €144, median €71; typical length 1h 30m. 4 of 37 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/nyc-sightseeing-cruises/?format=md ## More in New York - All New York tours: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/tours/new-york-city-sunset-cruise-on-a-yacht/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md