New York Harbor Brunch Cruise
Description
Step aboard one of our 1920s-style yachts with teak decks, large observation windows, and aesthetically-pleasing decor for a leisurely weekend brunch cruise. Cruise around NY Harbor, seeing all the major sights while enjoying a prix fixe brunch served in our main salon. Our menu is packed with delicious New York State foods and local goods from NYC purveyors: fresh bagels and bakery, seasonal fruit, craft meat, fresh seasonal salad, frittata, a classic smoked salmon display, and pastries.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Your cruise departs at Pier 62.
Cruise the New York Harbor.
The UN building on the East River is on the waterfront and easily viewed from the yacht's main observation cabin or open bow.
Marvel at the famous Brooklyn Bridge as you cruise under it.
Cruise under the Manhattan Bridge for a unique view from the water.
See the Williamsburg Bridge from the water.
Get up-close views of the Statue of Liberty as the boat cruises around New York Harbor.
Nice views of Ellis Island and other historic landmarks are seen all along the way.
Please note that select 2-hour December holiday departures on Yacht Northern Lights will not circumnavigate Manhattan. Instead, these cruises will get up close to and spend more time near Lower Manhattan attractions such as the Financial District, Battery Park, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, Governors Island, and much more.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Service animals are permitted; emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
- 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
- Please note in your reservation if you are buying tickets separately from others in your group
- Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
- A portion of each ticket is taxable and included in the listed price
- Guests will be assigned comfortable seating in the climate controlled grand salon prior to boarding the boat
- Brunch service will be served in a hybrid fashion of both 'family-style' and buffet
Reviews(111)
If I could give more than five stars, I would. This brunch cruise around Manhattan was not only the highlight of our time in New York City, but one of the most memorable travel experiences I have ever had. From the moment we stepped aboard the beautiful luxury yacht, everything was exceptional. The atmosphere was perfect, with classic Yacht Rock playing softly in the background as we set off to circumnavigate Manhattan, passing beneath twenty bridges and taking in breathtaking views around every corner. Every few minutes another iconic New York landmark appeared, and it genuinely felt like seeing the city for the first time all over again. The food was outstanding — quite honestly the best food we enjoyed during our entire three-week trip through the United States. The smoked salmon, capers and cream cheese bagels were delicious, the fresh fruit platter was refreshing, and the pastries, banana bread, croissants and apple tea cake were all beautifully presented and incredibly fresh. The chicken and waffles were the perfect brunch dish and every course was thoughtfully prepared. A special thank you to the talented chefs whose attention to detail elevated what could have been a simple brunch into a truly memorable dining experience. Equally impressive was the service. Every member of staff we encountered was warm, welcoming, professional and genuinely passionate about ensuring guests had a wonderful experience. The hospitality was flawless from beginning to end. It is rare to encounter a team that delivers such consistently high standards while still making everything feel relaxed and effortless. What struck me most was the incredible quality of the entire experience. The yacht was immaculate, the food exceptional, the service outstanding and the views simply unforgettable. Standing on the bow with the Manhattan skyline surrounding us is a memory I will treasure for years to come. As visitors from Australia, this was our final activity before leaving New York, and it could not have been a more perfect way to conclude our trip. We arrived expecting a nice brunch cruise and left feeling genuinely grateful to everyone involved for creating such a special experience. Thank you to the crew, the chefs and the entire team for delivering excellence in every possible way. This is New York at its absolute best.
Troy, thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking the time to provide your eloquent and elaborate feedback and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that our brunch cruise around Manhattan was such a special and memorable experience — from the views to the food and service. It means a great deal to know you felt so well taken care of by the crew and that this was one of the best travel experiences you have had. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again if you return to NYC! - Classic Harbor Line
This is our second time going. The staff are always great and the food is consistently excellent. No matter the weather, we’ve done it while it is raining and it was still just as good.
Sooooooo good!!!!! Beautiful accommodations…friendly service! My only concern was that they didn’t announce the sights. They’ve already acknowledged my concern because their customer service is AMAZING!!!!!!!! Do this cruise! It was magical!
Johanna, thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to provide your valuable feedback and recommendation. We are delighted to hear you had a great time and appreciated the style of the boat and and service provided by our friendly crew. We appreciate your viewpoint regarding narration, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again soon! - Classic Harbor Line
We really enjoyed the trip and the food was great. It is a cool way to see the city. Especially if you are travelling with kids.
Lovely experience! crew was amazing, food was wonderful. My family loved it ! Tour guide was very informative!
This is the second time we have used Classic Harbor Line! We love that this is a small family owned business and prefer the smaller , intimate cruise rather than the ferry's that are overly crowded. The first cruise we used Classic Harbor line was a couple of years ago when we enjoyed the architectural tour around the island of Manhattan. We loved that tour so much that we booked a New York Harbor Brunch Sept of 2025! The Boats are beautiful, we were fed for almost 3 hours, and you can feast your eyes on the NYC skyline and Statue of Liberty! It was a memorable way to spend the day!
Mindy, thank you for booking another cruise with us and taking some time to leave your valuable feedback and recommendation. We are delighted to hear you chose us again and appreciate your support of our small business. It's wonderful that you enjoyed both the architecture tour and the brunch experience, and we hope you will join us again soon, perhaps for one of our seasonal cruises such as Fall Foliage or Cocoa and Carols! - Classic Harbor Line
The cruise was enjoyable but food standard has definitely deteriorated. The bagels, croissants were dry and crusty. There is no variety for the price you pay. The menu needs revising and more brunch choices should everyone added to the 2nd course. We left feeling cheated
Sonia, thank you for booking another cruise with us and taking some time to leave your valuable feedback. We are happy to hear that you had a good time and surprised that you were disappointed by the food. Our brunch menu rotates monthly to keep things different and interesting for returning guests, so it does get updated frequently. It also looks like on one previous occasion you joined us for a Fall Foliage Brunch, which has a different menu than the brunch trip you were just on and will be returning to the schedule soon. Your input is much appreciated and has been shared with our team to help improve future cruises. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an excellent experience on a future visit! - Classic Harbor Line
An incredible experience! The length of the cruise, breathtaking sights, friendly crew, and beautiful vessel are worth every penny. Loved the intimate vibes — perfect for a small group to enjoy the full loop of the Hudson, East, and Harlem Rivers.
Great relaxing trip with wonderful views of NYC and good food. Length of the trip was just right with a professional staff dedicated in providing good customer service throughout the cruise.
We went on the around Manhattan brunch cruise at 10am on the 9th of August. It was an incredible experience. Led by captain Ciara (I may have spelt her name wrong). The entire crew were so attentive and they took very good care of us. The food was delicious and the boat was very comfortable. We will be back for another cruise with these soon!
