Top 9 Christmas Cruises in New York City

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

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

Settle into a decorated classic yacht for a 90-minute Christmas cruise from Chelsea Piers. You get one complimentary drink, indoor seating, narration, and views of Lower Manhattan, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, and the waterfront. Hot cocoa, wine, beer, champagne, soda, cookies, and light snacks are available for purchase.

“Enjoyed the atmosphere and the holiday vibes and feeling. Recommend the trip to families especially. Informative and have wonderful pictures to keep as a memory”

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

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

Spend New Year’s Eve on a climate-controlled City Cruises boat with a reserved table, chef-prepared buffet, open bar, live DJ, and sparkling wine toast for adults 21 and older. You’ll view the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and other landmarks from the Hudson and East Rivers, with fireworks 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.NYC: Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

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

Spend Christmas Eve on the Bateaux New York yacht, leaving from Chelsea Piers for a 2-hour brunch or 3-hour dinner. Enjoy a plated three-course meal at your private table, live music, and views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center, and more.

“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.NYC: Christmas Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

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

Spend Christmas Day aboard City Cruises’ Spirit of New York, leaving from Pier 61 at Chelsea Piers. Choose a two-hour brunch with unlimited mimosas or a two-and-a-half-hour dinner, both with a seasonal buffet, reserved table, DJ, games, and views of the Statue of Liberty, bridges, and Manhattan skyline.

“Very pleasant atmosphere, excellent food, very good briefing, and friendly service. The music could have been more appropriate (only music from the 90s was played, while Christmas music would have been more fitting on December 25). There was ample space for taking photos, and the ship's crew was very friendly and attentive.”

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5.NYC: Christmas Eve Buffet Lunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

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

Board Spirit of New York at Pier 61 for a Christmas Eve lunch or dinner cruise along the Hudson and East Rivers. You get a reserved table, seasonal buffet, unlimited coffee, tea, and iced tea, live DJ music, and views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan skyline. Alcohol costs extra.

“El servio de la tripulación, la comida y las vistas, un paseo espectacular!!! mi agradecimiento por la experiencia y lo recomiendo ampliamente.”

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6.NYC: Cornucopia Majesty New Year’s Eve Party Cruise

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

Spend five hours aboard the Cornucopia Majesty, leaving from Pier 81 in Manhattan. You get reserved seating, a two-hour dinner buffet, a four-hour open bar, live DJ music, party favors, and a midnight toast. The yacht has four decks, 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

Board at Pier 15 at 10:00 pm for a four-hour New Year’s Eve cruise with a buffet dinner, top-shelf bar for ages 21 and over, DJ, dancing, skyline views, and a sparkling wine toast at midnight. You’ll have views of the Brooklyn Bridge and One World Trade Center, with fireworks when weather permits.

“Essen gut, Getränke gut Super Service DJ ok Pünktlich Leider war das Wetter sehr schlecht Kann ich weiter empfehlen”

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8.Cornucopia Princess NYC New Years Eve Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 4 reviews · from $399

Spend New Year’s Eve aboard the Cornucopia Princess at Pier 81 in Manhattan. You’ll have reserved banquet-style seating, a two-hour dinner buffet, a four-hour standard open bar, a live DJ, dancing, party favors, and a chance to see midnight fireworks beside views of the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge.

“The boat took a long time to start. The staff was super friendly. We had a great evening.”

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9.New York City Christmas Holiday Lights Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Board Classic Harbor Line at Pier 62 for a 75-minute holiday cruise through New York Harbor. You’ll have an assigned table in the grand salon, one complimentary beverage, skyline views, and photo opportunities near Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade, and Battery Park City.

“The crew was amazing, the drinks were delicious and the ride was perfect. Seeing the Statue of Liberty so close and the lights of the city from the river was the best way to start the Christmas season.”

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