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New York Holiday Jazz Cruise: Skyline Views
4.8
31 Ratings
New York
Experience the magic of the holiday season with a jazz cruise in New York. Enjoy live music, stunning skyline views, and a complimentary drink on this 90-minute cruise.
Experience the magic of the holiday season with a jazz cruise in New York. Enjoy live music, stunning skyline views, and a complimentary drink on this 90-minute cruise.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- One World Observatory - Enjoy sweeping views of One World Trade Center and Manhattan’s financial district as the boat cruises along the Hudson River.
- Ellis Island - Pass by this historic landmark as the boat cruises toward the Statue of Liberty.
- Statue of Liberty - Cruise along the Hudson River into New York Harbor and take in the…
- One World Observatory - Enjoy sweeping views of One World Trade Center and Manhattan’s financial district as the boat cruises along the Hudson River.
- Ellis Island - Pass by this historic landmark as the boat cruises toward the Statue of Liberty.
- Statue of Liberty - Cruise along the Hudson River into New York Harbor and take in the Statue of Liberty up-close. Also enjoy sweeping views of Manhattan’s skyline
- Governors Island National Monument - Cruise by Governors Island, located off the southern tip of Manhattan.
What's Included
- Sightseeing tour around Manhattan by classic boat
- Complimentary drink and holiday cookies included
- Sightseeing tour around Manhattan by classic boat
- Complimentary drink and holiday cookies included
What's Not Included
- Gratuity (recommended for Captain or crew)
- Additional beverages are available for purchase onboard by credit card
- Gratuity (recommended for Captain or crew)
- Additional beverages are available for purchase onboard by credit card
Additional Information
Enjoy some holiday music performed by our resident Jazz band and views of Manhattan’s skyline on this 90-minute holiday jazz cruise aboard a classic 1920s-style boat. Great for couples, co-workers, jazz enthusiasts, locals & tourists (but not a narrated tour). See the Statue of Liberty on all departures along with all the major sites along the Hudson…
Enjoy some holiday music performed by our resident Jazz band and views of Manhattan’s skyline on this 90-minute holiday jazz cruise aboard a classic 1920s-style boat. Great for couples, co-workers, jazz enthusiasts, locals & tourists (but not a narrated tour). See the Statue of Liberty on all departures along with all the major sites along the Hudson River and New York Harbor. Plus see Manhattan lit up at night on all evening departures.
Guests are also welcome to venture to the outer deck for more unobstructed views of the surroundings. Cookies and one complimentary spiked hot cocoa (or regular), beer, wine or champagne or soda is included. Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to check-in at the ticket booth for boarding passes. Bring a photo ID for check-in.
- Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time to check-in for boarding passes
- Operates in all weather conditions; the main observation cabin is heated
- 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
- Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard; emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
- When purchasing tickets, please advise us right away if you are buying tickets separately from others in your group so that we can seat you together
- Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
- Guests will be assigned elegant tables and comfortable seating in the grand salon of Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II
Location
Classic Harbor Line
Chelsea Piers
The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, at Pier 62, which is located at the northern 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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(31 Ratings)
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Lilian
Jan 13, 2025
Very understandable company !! - I was not able to go on the cruise because my husband was sick. TripAdvisor took care of everything in a timely manner. I was able to get a refund! Very trustworthy company!
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Rachelkg3914ea
Dec 16, 2024
10/10!!! - This jazz cruise was incredible!! The musicians were extremely talented, the drinks were delicious, the service was top notch, and the views😍😲🤯🤩 chefs kiss! DO NOT miss this experience, it is a total holiday must in NYC!
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08dani
Dec 5, 2024
Wonderful 🗽 - It was really wonderful. An absolute must for all Christmas fans. Music and cookies create the right atmosphere. The view of the skyline and the Statue of Liberty is really impressive. Definitely recommended.
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2631emmanuelle
Aug 31, 2024
Jazz Cruise on the Hudson - Wonderful time. Cruise at sunset. Very good music and excellent musicians. Bartender care. A breathtaking view of Manhattan then Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty!!! I recommend 100%.
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Konomit976
Dec 24, 2023
Everything was great on this cruise. - Our family loved the cruise! The jazz band was great. The cruise staff members were excellent. We very much enjoyed the nighttime views of New York (it also helped that we had a clear night with no rain or snow). The boat was decorated nicely for the holidays, which added to the atmosphere. What a fun time! Overall, we highly recommend this activity.
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Baropensat5
Dec 21, 2023
Highlight of our trip! - Oh we enjoyed this river trip so much! As a family with 2 young adult kids it’s not always easy to find something that everyone is impressed with, but we all loved this. The jazz band was great and really created a lovely atmosphere, crew were so friendly and helpful and of course the amazing views of NYC by night are unbeatable. You can go outside to take pics but it is freezing on the water in December, however the windows slide open so you can open them up for a moment to take a few snaps and then close again to keep warm. The boat itself was lovely, all varnished wood which looked so pretty decorated for Christmas. Shame the covid panels were still up separating the table into 2 halves but it wasn’t busy on our trip so we were able to spread out. Toilets on board if you need them but none at the Pier after 8pm (although we nipped into the bowling alley a couple of piers down to use the restrooms)
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Simon_p
Dec 19, 2023
A must do - So glad we took this cruise. Great way to end a week in the Big . The hosts , boat and jazz band were all amazing. Was so lucky was a clear night also and hence amazing views of NYC and surrounding areas. Highly recommend.
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Dillawatt
Dec 17, 2023
Bright Lights, Brilliant City Cruise - This. Was. Amazing. We were excited enough to go on a jazz cruise down the Hudson during the Christmas season, but this surpassed all expectations. The jazz band, for starters, was brilliant - three extremely talented musicians providing energetic and melodic Christmas tunes, with great charisma. And the cruise staff were gracious, helpful, good-humoured, and the drinks and holiday cookies a real treat. On top of all this, to cruise so close to the Lady Liberty at night was a mesmerising experience. Highly recommended for a fantastic night excursion!
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J6492lajudys
Dec 16, 2023
Great evening - We loved this cruise! The jazz trio was amazing! The staff was attentive and super friendly. Highly recommend!
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James_o
Dec 18, 2023
Departure time changed without notice - Unfortunately when we arrived to board we were told the time had been changed to later that evening which we could not make work. The ticket office said that an email had been sent a month earlier with the change of departure time but I had not received this. They did offer a full refund and currently awaiting Viator to process this. Disappointed because we missed our chance to see NYC from the river
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