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Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

4.8(1,581)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1581 reviews2 h 45 minFree cancellationBy Classic Harbor Line NYC
Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

About this activity

Step aboard the teak decks of elegant 1920s style yachts, Manhattan or Manhattan II, and enjoy a 2.75 hour cruise while learning about NYC's architectural landmarks from the water. The "Around Manhattan" tour narration, provided by members of the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) NYC chapter, is general enough for visitors yet detailed enough for the locals.

Experience a comfortable and unique tour through the Hudson, East, and Harlem Rivers from a glassed-in observatory cabin, which has sliding windows for a fresh breeze, or wander to an open bow for more unobstructed views of the surrounding sites. On this cruise, guests will circumnavigate the island of Manhattan, passing under all 18 bridges, while taking in monuments, architecture, parks and infrastructure with narration throughout the cruise.

What's included

  • ✓One complimentary beverage included
  • ✓Narration by a member of the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter
  • ✓Elegant tables assigned. Choose between private section seating or communal seating at check out

Not included

  • ✕Gratuity is not included in the price of your cruise, but recommended.
  • ✕Food selections available for purchase. If bringing food please keep to a light snack

Meeting and pickup

  • The boat departs from Chelsea Piers, at Pier 62, which is located at the northern end of the Chelsea Piers Complex. Our ticket booth is located on the water just steps from our dock. Please check in at the Classic Harbor Line ticket booth upon arrival.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Guarantee of a full circumnavigation of Manhattan is not included. On rare occasions, the Spuyten Duyvil train bridge is inoperable and cannot open for us to pass through. This is often times not known until our tour is underway. River closures may also occur for a number of reasons. There are no refunds for tours that cannot fully circumnavigate. We will accommodate such cases with a tour that features a double backing of the route and further detail of the waterfront sites.
  • 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
  • Not for children under 12 years due to this cruise being a heavily-narrated tour experience. We recommend families to join us on Statue & Skyline tours, day sails or any other minimally narrated day time event
  • This cruise is a heavily-narrated tour experience. It's for those seeking an informative, exciting, and content-rich trip. We require guest conversations to be kept to a reasonable level so that narration can be heard by all
  • Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple bookings are subject to added fees or cancellation by operator
  • A 2-hour version of this cruise is available on select Tuesday & Wednesday departures. Option will show at check-out if available

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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