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New York Sunset Schooner Cruise on the Hudson River
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New York Sunset Schooner Cruise on the Hudson River

By Classic Harbor Line
Recommended by 95% of travelers
95% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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Ages 0-99, max of 49 per group
Duration: 2h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • One complimentary beverage included
  • Sailing experience in New York Harbor
What's not included
  • Gratuities are not included, but recommended for the captain and crew.
  • If bringing food please keep it to a simple, light snack


Start:
  • Classic Harbor Line, 62 Chelsea Piers Pier 62, New York, NY 10011, USA
    The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, on Pier 62, which is located at West 22nd Street and the Hudson River. We are at the northern end of the Chelsea Piers Complex on the water. Our ticket booth is located steps from the dock on Pier 62. Check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth upon arrival.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6288P21

    • Most travelers can participate
    • Service animals are permitted; Emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
    • General admission ticketing applies to all travelers
    • Please let us know in advance if assistance is required for boarding
    • Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
    • Guests are not permitted to bring alcohol onboard
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

    • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6288P21

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    • 62 Chelsea Piers Pier 62, New York, NY 10011, USA
      The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, on Pier 62, which is located at West 22nd Street and the Hudson River. We are at the northern end of the Chelsea Piers Complex on the water. Our ticket booth is located steps from the dock on Pier 62. Check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth upon arrival.
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    About the operator
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    • Classic Harbor Line
      5,096
      New York City, New York
      Joined in July 2009
    • Ifty1987
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic Experience
      This is one of our favourite things to do whenever we visit NYC. The boat is very nice and comfortable and the staff are extremely friendly and attentive. The views of NYC from the boat are spectacular - in particular the view you get of the Statue of Liberty lit up at night. You are assigned your own table / booth and get a free drink included with your ticket. Overall, this is a wonderful experience and a great way to see NYC from the water in a more relaxed and stylish way than the other large touristy vessels.
      Written October 10, 2024
    • M6291LRdebbiep
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Debbie and Dennis’ Grand Adventure
      This was such a great way to see the Statue of Liberty, the city and the bonus of the Brooklyn Bridge! The boat was beautiful, the crew attentive and I would totally recommend it!
      Written October 9, 2024
    • Samara J
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Reflecting on the beauty of NYC from the water!
      Perfect way to end the weekend. Such a beautiful view of sunset and monuments. The boat was lovely and service was fabulous! Thank you!
      Written October 7, 2024
    • D4088GYangelat
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great day out!
      Wonderful experience. Very knowledgeable guide (John), good pace, engaging. Boat was super comfortable. Staff were top notch. Thanks!
      Written October 4, 2024
    • Frank G
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great tour
      Excellent tour guide , very nice boat, friendly and professional staff. Easy to book and find the boat. Highly recommend this tour.
      Written October 4, 2024
    • P7463NEpaulb
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Relaxing cruise with drinks and fingerfood
      Despite the not so good weather the cruise was very pleasant with good informational narration. The drinks were fresh and the cheese platter was very good. Crew was very friendly and helpfull, I surely reccommend this.
      Written September 30, 2024
    • LRSurrey1
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Brilliant
      Brilliant, informative, a wonderful way to see and learn about NYC. Our guide was so knowledgeable. Worth every penny!
      Written September 26, 2024
    • Y7969KStaniaf
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Romantic and serene
      Incredibly romantic. Organized, friendly, attentive staff. Beautifully appointed yacht, clean, decorated with pretty little lights on ceiling. Decent sized portions of snack food which were elegantly presented. Although we are locals, it was still cute to go out on deck and take a selfie in front of the Statue of Liberty. The night we went had live jazz trio playing, it was wonderful at sunset, enjoying the gorgeous city lights view from the water and jazz playing in the background. Such a lovely evening.
      Written September 25, 2024
    • Douglas M
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Cruise!
      Very comfortable boat and food and drinks were excellent! The views were great and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative.
      Written September 23, 2024
    • akita1232017
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great way to see the landscapes but don't expect to hear everything!
      Loved the boat and it gave the best views of the Statue of Liberty and NYC's landscape and scale. However the food was basic and the noise of conversations within the boat meant you couldn't hear the architectural information (which was more points of interest than architectural) - only by going outside could you hear and enjoy the best views.
      Written September 22, 2024
    • Odyssey44812310398
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The best by far
      I'm a native New Yorker and have lived here my whole life. I go on a Classic Harbor cruise almost every year. It's by far the best experience of all the many boat trips offered — lovely crew, yummy food, and they make you a SERIOUS drink at the bar. The architecture tour is superb, the foliage tours up the Hudson are superb, and the brunch tour around Manhattan is basically the most romantic date in town.
      Written September 22, 2024
    • conradmary
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Heads up, your tour can be cancelled
      Company representative called and cancelled our tour one week out because they had a private event come up. I clarified "so we got bumped?" and the woman said yes. Just fyi. She was very nice and offered to book on another type of cruise and time but at this point we have all our weekend planned.
      Written September 21, 2024
    • Scenic00357073158
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great
      The views were awesome. The guide could have given more information about fewer buildings for me but he was very knowledgeable.
      Written September 21, 2024
    • RonJane
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Couples, small group
      Large groups at back of boat near us. They were noisy. They were not giving much attention to the tour guide. Try to sit in the A,B,C sections away from the large groups.
      Written September 21, 2024
    • rebeccahC8352IE
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Highly recommend
      This tour was great! Strongly recommended. Everyone was friendly, the boat was clean, and the tour was well paced. We learned a lot but they didn’t drone on; there was plenty of time to chat and take in the sights. The views were amazing. We got a cool perspective of the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn bridge.
      Written September 20, 2024
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    Elif Y
    1 contribution
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Don’t waste your money with this sailing company. We were 3 people bought ticket for sunday sunset sail and it ended up raining and got really windy so we were expecting it to be postponed or cancelled due to the extreme weather conditions. When we arrived the boarding location they said tour is on even though it was raining. When boarding started we have seen that there were literally 40 people on this tiny boat just like a refugee boats in Mediterranean where people barely find place to sit so we decided to reschedule it for a better day and returned to the ticket office. They told us there will be 50% rescheduling fee. We asked them if it can be waived since we don’t feel safe with given weather conditions their answer was remaining 39 people felt safe so boat is on so we were left with no choice and didn’t want to end up paying more and took the chance. When we boarded, we weren’t given any life jacket and inappropriately seated. This entire boat tour was a nightmare and was exceeding capacity.
    Save yourself a headache and never book any tour from this company. It was a disaster.
    Written August 9, 2021
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    Jean T
    SJU543 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2024 • Family
    Beautiful way to spend the afternoon early evening in the Hudson. Everyone involved is extremely friendly and professional. The sailboat is beautiful and comfortable - there is even a toilet on board. Drinks are served with a smile and the entire crew seemed truly happy to be there. The standout was the captain - didn't get her name but she has been sailing this trip for 20 years. She took the time to go over safety matters, was kind to everyone on board, full of stories about the area and was very good to her crew. We would definitely go again.
    Written May 27, 2024
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Jean, thank you for booking a sail with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are excited that Captain Kat and the crew took great care of you and that you were able to enjoy a beautiful time on the water. We look forward to your next visit! - Classic Harbor Line
    Written June 25, 2024
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    KRN816
    481 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a terrific time with classic harbor line aboard the schooner. Fantastic views and friendly crew. It was fun to watch the crew hoist the sails mid cruise as we headed toward the Statue of Liberty. Crew was helpful in explaining the sights, answering questions and taking photos. This was all between serving drinks, maintaining safety protocol, and manning the vessel. Dress for the weather! It was quite a bit colder on the open water and there is no inside seating. Blankets were provided. One free drink is provided and you can pre purchase other drinks or purchase onboard. Cards only are accepted. A great way to spend a few hours. Highly recommend.
    Written May 22, 2023
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Hello, Thank you for sailing with us and sharing this helpful and detailed review. We are happy to read that you had such a terrific crew and a great time taking in the views. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back aboard again soon! Warmly, Classic Harbor Line
    Written May 23, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    mark
    Leeds, UK64 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great sightseeing trip and activity to undertake to see the New York skyline at sunset. We did this event as two couples and managed to get some amazing photos. The crew were fantastic with captain Diana and Mac the crew member cracking the jokes all the way on the trip made it even better.
    Only suggestion would be there was no music on the boat which may have take it up a notch.
    Written June 3, 2024
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    Thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are happy to hear that Diana and Mac added to your experience and that you got some great photos and had a fun time. We will consider your suggestion about the music and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again! - Classic Harbor Line
    Written June 25, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Linda C
    New Smyrna Beach, FL18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2020
    It was the weekend of the 300th Anniversary of Henry Hudson's discovery of NYC's harbor area and the river than now claims his name. My friend Rose and I came to the city to share in their celebration.

    The schooner tour was part of the plan we'd made to honor Henry and how he revealed that though the Hudson River didn't end up by being a shortcut to China, as they had hoped, it now was a new feature on a map of the new world and the rest is history.
    Written March 22, 2021
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    Hello, Thank you joining us on a cruiser through NY Harbor and the Hudson River! We are happy to hear that your time out with us was enjoyable and we look forward to hosting you again in the future! Warmly, Classic Harbor Line
    Written March 31, 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    mericat
    neoyorq2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2023 • Family
    This was the best thing we did on a family vacation to New York where we tried to do everything over-the-top. The experience isn't like "I'm a tourist and I bought a ticket", but rather "I have rich friends who invited me on their boat!" We did the 2-hour sunset sail. When the wind goes down, the lights come up, so every minute was memorable. The boat is small, you can move around as much or as little as you want. Some couples wanted to be left in peace, my dad wanted to chat with the crew, and everyone got the experience they hoped for!
    Written June 15, 2023
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    Hello, Thank you for sailing with us and leaving this wonderful review. We are glad that the sunset sail had something for everyone, and we really enjoyed reading your description of the feeling you had aboard. We hope to see you again if you return to NYC! You can also visit us in Boston, Key West, and Newport. Warmly, Classic Harbor Line
    Written June 15, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Sylvie H
    Beauvais, France267 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2024 • Family
    What an unforgettable moment!
    This cruise is simply magical, we sail on the Hudson, to the Statue of Liberty, with breathtaking views of the Skinline, and New Jersey.
    This allows us to see NY on the other hand.
    It was ideal weather with just enough wind to hoist the sails. A drink of your choice is offered. The crew is very nice, in short, everything is together to spend a pleasant time.
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    Written June 30, 2024
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    Cylvie, thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are excited that it was a magical experience with great views and service, and we hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again! - Classic Harbor Line
    Written July 24, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    debjl20
    New York City, NY45 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Friends
    I’ve lived in NY for many years, and this is one of the most relaxing and enjoyable “touristy” experiences I’ve ever had. I booked this with my out-of-town friend in mind, but I enjoyed it as much as she did. It was so much better than being on the larger boats on the Hudson, and two hours on the water was long enough to unwind and cool off with a breeze and amazing views. Kat and the crew were professional and personable. I would definitely do it again when my nieces or other guests come into town.
    Written July 7, 2024
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    Thank you for booking a sail with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are excited that it was a relaxing and memorable experience for a local and a visitor alike, and we look forward to more chances to welcome you aboard, with or without your out-of-town visitors! - Classic Harbor Line
    Written July 25, 2024
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    Christopher
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Couples
    The crew of Albert, Cal and Lisa were amazing! I am a boat afficiinado and I had lots of questions and Albert was great. He also captained us in busy waters and handled it incredibly well. Cal and Lisa were excellent crew members and it was a great trip. How much to do a trip up to Albany! Sign me up! Also getting the tickets, singing in and boarding was well managed. Five start crew and experience. Oh yes, what ever strings you pulled to get a clear sky sunset it, it was magnificent!
    Written June 16, 2024
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    Thank you for booking a cruise with us and taking some time to leave a review. We love that Albert, Cal, and Lisa helped to make your experience memorable. We have not done a longer excursion up the river in a while, but we will keep you in mind if we do. Meanwhile, we do offer longer architecture cruises that are fully narrated as well as brunch cruises, and both of these typically circumnavigate Manhattan. We think you would enjoy those if you want to try something more extensive! - Classic Harbor Line
    Written June 25, 2024
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    SydneyMaxandre
    Melbourne, Australia36 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a lovely clear and crisp evening for our sail. The crew were wonderful and Captain Kat, Uri and Matt were highly engaging and fun. The views were spectacular and going down the Hudson under sail is so quiet and a great way to see New York and Jersey shores.
    Written May 15, 2024
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    Sydney, thank you for booking a sail with us and taking some time to leave a review. We are excited that you had a great time enjoying the views and the peaceful aspect of sailing as well as some fun interactions with the crew. We hope to have a chance to sail with you again soon! - Classic Harbor Line
    Written May 16, 2024
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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