--- title: New York Sunset Schooner Cruise on the Hudson River lang: en type: tour city: New York country: United States price: 82 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.87 reviews: 239 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 16 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-sunset-schooner-cruise-on-the-hudson-river/ --- # New York Sunset Schooner Cruise on the Hudson River In our comparison: #16 of 37 in Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Experience a New York City sunset from the water on this evening sightseeing sail past many famous waterside landmarks. Step aboard the 80-foot, 2-masted sailboat known as Schooner Adirondack - inspired by the pilot schooners of the 1890s. Sail past One World Trade, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. This is a very popular tour for date night, entertaining out of town guests and locals alike! ## Before you book - Meeting point: The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, - 49 start times: between 15:30 and 19:30 - Food not included: If bringing food please keep it to a… **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €82 per person for the Off Peak Sunset Cruise Option option; other options up to €103 - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.87/5 from 239 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Classic Harbor Line NYC - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 49 start times between 15:30 and 19:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-21 ## Reviews 4.87 from 239 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 230 of 239. - 5 stars: 223 (93%) - 4 stars: 7 (3%) - 3 stars: 6 (3%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 3 (1%) ## 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 | |---|---|---|---| | Off Peak Sunset Cruise Option | €82 / person | English | Off Peak Pricing Applies | | Standard Sunset Cruise Option | €92 / person | English | - | | Peak Sunset Cruise Option | €103 / person | English | Peak Pricing Applies | ## What's included - One complimentary beverage included - Sailing experience in New York Harbor ## Not included - Gratuities are not included, but recommended for the captain and crew. - If bringing food please keep it to a simple, light snack ## Itinerary 1. **New York Harbor** (pass by, no stop) - Sail around New York Harbor and enjoy sweeping views of Manhattan's skyline and parts of Brooklyn and New Jersey City. Watch the sunset with beautiful golden shades as it dips below the horizon behind Lady Liberty. 2. **Ellis Island** (pass by, no stop) - As the boat sails along the Hudson River, get a closer view of Ellis Island from the water. 3. **Statue of Liberty** (pass by, no stop) - Bring your camera for a great photo opportunity as the boat sails by the Statue of Liberty at sunset. Great views of Manhattan's skyline and surrounding area can be seen from New York Harbor. 4. **SeaGlass Carousel** (pass by, no stop) - Sail by Battery Park and Manhattan's Financial District. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 49 start times between 15:30 and 19:30 - 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 West 22nd Street and the Hudson River. We are at the northern end of the Chelsea Piers Complex on the water. Our ticket booth is located steps from the dock on Pier 62. Check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth upon arrival. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Service animals are permitted; Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted - General admission ticketing applies to all travelers - Please let us know in advance if assistance is required for boarding - Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator - Guests are not permitted to bring alcohol onboard ## Compared with other Sightseeing & Sunset Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #16 of 37** | €82 | 2h | 4.87 (239) | 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 #16 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-sunset-schooner-cruise-on-the-hudson-river/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/usa/new-york/?format=md