Hop aboard the Bateaux Dining Cruise to gaze at New York's skyline, rated by Travel and Leisure as the "the best skyline in America." You'll have the perfect view from this all-glass top cruise ship. Choose a lunch cruise, an afternoon sightseeing cruise, a sunset cruise, a dinner cruise, or a New York theme cruise. The Bateaux cruises down the Hudson and East Rivers past New York attractions, such as The Empire State Building, The Statue of Liberty, The Brooklyn Bridge, and more. Meals vary according to which cruise you take and include an appetizer, entree, and dessert. Some cruises include additional items, such as a salad and beverages. Entertainment also varies according to the cruise. You can expect instrumental or vocal jazz, blues and classical favorites. Cruises leave from Lincoln Harbor Marina in Weehawken, NJ, and from Pier 61 on West 23rd Street in Manhattan, NY.
Bateaux New York
Pier 62, Chelsea Piers
Suite 200
West 23rd Street
New York, NY 10011-1015
866-817-3463
bateauxnewyork.com/ba/index.jsp
Experience the view of New York attractions from the water aboard Spirit Cruises. This affordable cruise line will take you past the World Trade Center site, Ellis Island, South Street Seaport, and six other popular hot spots. Start off your cruise around New York Harbor with a smile as the crew takes your picture as you get on board. Feast on their Grande Buffet including a variety of salads, red smashed garlic potatoes, seasonal vegetables, and a wide selection of main dishes, which vary according to the lunch of dinner cruise. Finish your meal with New-York style cheesecake or sweet chocolate mouse truffle. Spend the rest of your cruise listening to your favorite tunes performed by Spirit staff, meandering around the outside deck, taking in the sites of New York, and dancing. Themed cruises include Mother's Day and Father's Day cruises, Smooth Jazz Cruises, Full Moon Cruises, and more. The schedule varies throughout the year. Sign up for Spirit's birthday club to receive a special 15% discount on your birthday. Cruises leave from Lincoln Harbor Marina in Weehawken, NJ, and from Pier 61 on West 23rd Street in Manhattan, NY.
Spirit of New York
Pier 62, Chelsea Piers
West 23rd Street
New York, NY 10011
866-483-3866
spiritofnewjersey.com/
The Sandy Hook Lady, an authentic 85-foot paddle wheel riverboat, offers the best views of Manhattan's skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island. Sail indoors in the comfort of air conditioning while viewing New York through roomy windows or enjoy an outdoor breeze on the open-air second level. Meals are prepared by The Sandy Hook Lady's in-house catering service and elegantly served on fine china. Enjoy a Sunday brunch from 11 am to 1:30 pm, or take a lunch cruise Monday through Friday. Lunches include a house salad; a chicken, beef or pork entree; a pasta selection; and a vegetable, potato or rice. Beverages and dessert are included. While aboard, enjoy live entertainment, singalongs, and a live narration of the sights. Reservations are required. The Sandy Hook Lady is available for private parties and weddings. Cruises depart from Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City, NJ.
The Sandy Hook Lady
121A East Highland Ave.
Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
732-291-4354
libertystatepark.com/lsp%20SANDY%20HOOK%20LADY.htm
