Manhattan Skyline and Statue Night Cruise
Description
Experience stunning New York skyline views on this evening happy hour cruise around lower Manhattan. The 2-level boat features indoor and outdoor decks, onboard food options, and a covered outdoor dance floor. Cruise the East River under the Brooklyn Bridge to see Lower Manhattan, South Street Seaport, Battery Park, and One World Trade Center. Then, head up the Hudson River for views of the Empire State Building and Chrysler Building. Sail past Ellis Island and pause for photos of the Statue of Liberty in the evening light. Light commentary highlights famous buildings and neighborhoods along the Hudson and East Rivers. Enjoy happy hour specials with drinks from the cash bar and snacks like burgers, chicken fingers, nachos, hot dogs, and pretzels. Dance and mingle on the covered outdoor deck with fun music. With a friendly crew and incredible views, this happy hour skyline cruise is the perfect way to unwind and enjoy New York City at sunset or night.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pass by the Manhattan Bridge
You will pass by the Brooklyn Bridge
You will pass by South Street Seaport
You will pas by Battery Park
You will pass by One world Trade Center
You will pass and have a view of the Empire State Building
You will pass and have a view of the Chrysler Building
You will pass Ellis Island
You will pass by the Statue of Liberty
You will pass by Governors Island
You will pass by Brooklyn
You will see an amazing view of the Famous Manhattan Skyline
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
- The boat is wheelchair accessible for push-wheelchairs but is not able to accommodate electric wheelchairs.
- Please note, this tour does not land at either Liberty Island or Ellis Island
- To purchase or consume alcohol you must be 21+ and have a valid picture ID
- Not suitable for pets
Reviews(77)
Couldn’t see out the windows very spotty, I understand with it getting wet as it’s going to how ever it could be better, video before booking is nothing like the tour. For the price it wasn’t bad but wouldn’t do it again.
Boarding too disorganized , took long time and ask for paper tickets . Tour explanation only you can her on the back , not inside the boat.
Not organized at all and crew got mad when guests would ask questions since no instructions were given
This particular boat did not follow the pathway outlined in the description. We went to the Statue of Liberty and turned around, and did not go onto the east side of manhattan. There was no tour guide telling us what we saw. As we approached the dock, the music turned from pop music to hardcore explicit rap. There were probably 20 kids on board. Completely inappropriate.
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. Our goal is to provide guests with an enjoyable sightseeing experience showcasing New York City's iconic skyline and landmarks. While routes may occasionally be adjusted due to weather, marine traffic, Coast Guard restrictions, or operational considerations, we understand your disappointment if the cruise did not align with your expectations based on the tour description. We also appreciate your comments regarding the onboard narration and music selection. We strive to maintain a family-friendly atmosphere for all guests, and we will share your feedback with our operations team for review. Thank you for taking the time to provide your comments, as they help us improve the experience for future guests.
The boat was extremely late and we never got on it. We ended up taking another boat around the city.
We apologize for the confusion regarding the departure. The vessel did operate as scheduled, however due to a private event there was an adjustment, and our sister boat honored your tickets at no additional charge. We’re glad you were still able to enjoy a cruise around the city, and no extra payment was required on your end. Thank you for your feedback and we appreciate your understanding.
Absolutely horrible experience from start to finish. We waited over 2 hours in freezing cold weather just to be told nothing useful, and in the end we NEVER even got on the boat. There was zero communication, no updates, and no customer service whatsoever. We repeatedly tried calling and reaching out to someone for help and nobody answered us at all. After wasting our entire day standing outside in the cold, we requested a refund since no service was even provided, and they refused yet they had no issue leaving customers stranded with no information or assistance. Completely unprofessional, disorganized, and dishonest. Save yourself the frustration, wasted money, and terrible treatment — DO NOT BOOK THIS
We’re sorry to hear about your experience, however the cruise did operate that evening and boarding was completed through our check-in staff at the departure location. There was a check-in representative available to assist guests, so we are not sure where the confusion may have occurred. We always recommend checking in with the staff at the pier directly upon arrival so we can properly assist and direct guests to the correct vessel.
When we arrived at the stated time, the reception desk had no reference of us attending the 6pm cruise. It was difficult to find out why. I later (5 hrs later) received an email stating due to dockwoork, the sailing had been caceled and alternative times offered for the next day. As we were leaving Manhattan at 7am the next morning, these were totally unsuitable. Also as the cruise ship was already being filled, it was quite clear that no dockwork was affecting the 6pm sailing. I and my family are very disappointed with the failure of Viator/Tripadvisor to ensure that we could all experience this 6pm cruise sailing. I originally booked via Tripadvisor. I will not use either of them going forward.
We’re very sorry for the confusion and disappointment you experienced, especially when this was clearly an important part of your trip. Due to unexpected dockwork and operational constraints, we were required to make last-minute adjustments, which unfortunately affected some reservations. We understand how frustrating it must have been to arrive and not have clear information available at the time. We also recognize that the delayed communication you received did not help the situation, particularly given your travel schedule the following morning. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we are reviewing both our communication process and coordination with booking platforms to avoid situations like this. We truly regret the inconvenience caused and appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
Booked this through Viator. The Manhattan Skyline Cruise Co never received payment for Viator. I called Viator 40 minutes before the cruise and the customer rep was unable to assist me so I had to book the cruise directly through the cruise company, meaning I had to double pay. Working with Viator to hopefully get a refund.
We’re very sorry for the frustration and inconvenience you experienced. This appears to be an issue related to the booking platform, as Viator handles the payment processing and transfer of reservations to operators. We understand how upsetting it must have been to have to pay twice in order to join the cruise. We can confirm that in cases like this, Viator is responsible for resolving the payment discrepancy and issuing the appropriate refund. We recommend continuing to follow up directly with their support team, and if needed, we’re happy to assist on our end with any verification required. We truly apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate you bringing this to our attention.
This is NOT a night tour. Inacurate advertisement. Company will not answer the phone or reply to emails. Staff is not welcoming. Only the VIP section has clean windows. The bottom deck for general admission has very dirty windows which do not help when trying to take pictures. Tripped on an uneven floor with no safety sign. Tour narrator was nice.
We’re sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We would like to clarify that the cruise operates based on scheduled departure times, and depending on the season, daylight hours may vary, which can affect whether the tour takes place fully at night. We also take your comments regarding cleanliness, safety, and communication very seriously. The condition of the vessel and clear safety measures are a priority, and your feedback will be reviewed with our team to address these concerns. We appreciate you noting the positive interaction with the narrator, and thank you for bringing the rest to our attention so we can continue improving.
Loved every minute od this, sunset was beautiful but after dark was stunning. I would do again and again. I would say the bar line was very long, so i skipped that for the views.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you loved the Manhattan Skyline and Statue Night Cruise and enjoyed the beautiful sunset followed by the stunning views of the city after dark. Seeing the skyline and the Statue of Liberty illuminated at night truly makes for a memorable experience. We also appreciate your feedback about the bar line and will share it with our team. Thank you for joining us, and we’d love to welcome you back on board again soon!
