7 Christmas Cruises in New York City Worth Travelling For

1.New York City Christmas Holiday Statue and Skyline Cocoa Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Spend 90 minutes aboard Classic Harbor Line’s Yacht Manhattan or Yacht Manhattan II, sailing from Chelsea Piers past Battery Park City, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy one complimentary drink, festive decorations, comfortable seating, narration, and drinks or light snacks for purchase. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“We really enjoyed this experience the staff were very attentive and friendly. If you're looking for a relaxing way to see New York coast line this trip is a must”

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2.New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner Fireworks Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 37 reviews · from $552

Spend three hours aboard a climate-controlled New York harbor cruise with a reserved table, chef-prepared buffet, open bar, live DJ, and sparkling wine toast for those 21 and older. You’ll pass landmarks from the Statue of Liberty to the Brooklyn Bridge, then watch New Year’s Eve fireworks from the water, weather permitting.

“The decoration and the atmosphere were amazing. Everyone was super friendly, the food was good. The music could have included more new songs, unfortunately only oldies were played, which meant that the dance floor was getting a little emptier. But overall it was a great experience, although it could have gone on a little longer, 3 hours went by way too quickly.”

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3.Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 31 reviews · from $158

Spend Christmas Eve aboard Bateaux New York, a European-style glass-enclosed yacht leaving from Pier 61. Choose a casual two-hour brunch or semi-formal three-hour dinner, with a plated three-course meal, live music, reserved seating, and views of the Statue of Liberty, bridges, One World Trade Center, and the Manhattan skyline.

“Exceeded our expectations! Mel was super engaged and our waiter was, too! Grateful to have had the holiday experience - food delicious and playlist was well curated as well! Timed to the tee. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”

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4.Christmas Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 29 reviews · from $146

Spend Christmas Day aboard City Cruises’ Spirit of New York, sailing from Chelsea Piers for a two-hour brunch or 2.5-hour dinner. You get a reserved table, seasonal buffet, skyline views, DJ entertainment, and access to outdoor decks. Brunch includes unlimited mimosas, while drinks at dinner cost extra.

“food wasn't the best but I must say angel made our night she looked after us 10/10 service and drink price was a bit much”

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5.Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 26 reviews · from $199

Spend Christmas Eve aboard City Cruises’ Spirit of New York, sailing from Chelsea Piers for a 2 to 2.5-hour lunch or dinner. You’ll have a reserved table, seasonal buffet, coffee and tea, DJ music, and views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center, and Manhattan’s riverside skyline.

“We picked the activity to spend Christmas Eve. We're celebrating in the best way Since we got on the cruise, the service was great, and so was the food and the night views. Recommended.”

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6.Cornucopia Majesty New Year’s Eve Party Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 14 reviews · from $369

Spend five hours aboard the Cornucopia Majesty at Pier 81, with reserved seating, a dinner buffet, a four-hour open bar, live DJ music, dancing, party favors, and a midnight fireworks view when weather allows. You will see New York from the water, but this ticket does not include a live view of Times Square’s ball drop.

“Excellent organization, magnificent setting. Fantastic DJ. Efficient staff. Dinner with limited choice but good, there was also something for vegetarians. The only downside was that the women's bathroom was completely flooded and very slippery, and apart from a sign, nothing was done about it. A girl fell and hurt her wrist, and a waitress who was there didn't even offer to bring her some ice. Apart from that, everything was truly magnificent, with a wonderful New Year's Eve fireworks display.”

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7.New York Pier 15 New Year’s Eve Buffet Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 13 reviews · from $496

Spend New Year’s Eve aboard a City Cruises boat from Pier 15, with a buffet dinner, DJ, dancing, top-shelf drinks for ages 21 and over, views of Brooklyn Bridge and One World Trade Center, and a sparkling wine toast at midnight. The four-hour cruise ends where it begins, weather permitting.

“Slecht eten en drinken, onervaren personeel, tafeltjes stonden belachelijk dicht bij elkaar waardoor je nauwelijks kon bewegen. Prijs kwaliteit verhouding helemaal scheef! Voor 400 dollars pp mag je echt meer kwaliteit krijgen!”

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