Manhattan Evening Jazz Cruise

From$134.03
1 hour
New York City, USA

About this activity

Enjoy an evening of live jazz music while cruising past iconic NYC landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline.

Highlights

  • Live jazz performances onboard
  • Breathtaking Manhattan skyline views
  • Intimate Statue of Liberty encounter
  • Relaxing evening ambiance
  • Memorable New York City experience

Full description

Relax and unwind on this 1.5-hour evening Jazz cruise on a 1920s style yacht. This cruise features a main glass enclosed observation cabin with comfortable seating throughout, as well as an open bow. Listen to live music by the jazz trio, whose members may play anything from classic jazz standards by Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Duke Ellington to new renditions of Motown songs, R&B grooves, and today's hits. Cruise along the Hudson River and experience many major lower Manhattan sites. 

Included / Excluded

  • One complimentary beverage included
  • Cruise around Manhattan with live Jazz band
  • Gratuities
  • Light snacks available for purchase onboard
  • If bringing food please keep to a simple, light snack

Important information

Know before you book

  • The cruise duration is approximately 1 hour; plan accordingly.
  • Food and beverages are not included; consider dining before or after the cruise.
  • The cruise requires good weather; if canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Know before you go

  • Plan to arrive 15-30 minutes prior to departure for check-in.
  • Dress appropriately for the weather conditions; the cruise operates in all weather conditions.
  • Parking options are available near the departure point; consider arriving early to secure a spot.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport

Good to know

  • Minimum drinking age is 21 (valid ID required)
  • Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard. 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
  • Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on your reservation
  • 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
  • Elegant tables assigned to each booking

Traveler reviews

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Worth every cent

I went with my fiance for our anniversary. We had an incredible time and the music was amazing! Highly recommend.

Bethany_HAug 31, 2026VIATOR

So much fun!

Overall a great time! Make sure to arrive early. Staff was amazing!!

karimH8151QUAug 31, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great band!

Great trip, even though there was light rain. Leaves from Chelsea Piers and goes to the Statue of Liberty and back. During was just right and band was perfect.

Tim_HAug 18, 2026VIATOR

Sunset in NY

It is an experience that is worth it from various perspectives. The boat is very beautiful, with wood accents, large windows, excellent service, and atmosphere. The tour is short, around 45 minutes, but the sunset views make it all worth it. The crew helps you by taking your photos and the time you spend with the Statue of Liberty is a great spot to admire it from a great angle. The service is courteous and very friendly.

MarcoV_DAug 11, 2026VIATOR

Beautiful Views, Great Cocktails and Worth Doing Again

We had a great experience and would absolutely do this again. The staff both on and off the boat were friendly and helpful, the cocktails were actually really good, and the views were fantastic. You get beautiful views of the Manhattan skyline and some incredible up-close views of the Statue of Liberty. The boat itself is beautiful. The enclosed interior has large windows so you can enjoy the views comfortably, but definitely head outside to the front bow too. That was one of our favorite spots for photos and taking everything in. It was stormy, raining and extremely windy when we arrived, but the cruise still went out since the boat is enclosed. Once the rain cleared, the weather ended up being quite nice and we even caught some beautiful sunset views. Getting there through the storm was honestly the hardest part, but it made for a great story afterward. One important tip: when you arrive at Chelsea Piers, have your Uber or Lyft drive into the piers. There is a drop-off area and parking inside. Don’t let them drop you across the street like ours did, especially if it’s pouring rain lol. The location is also great for making an evening out of it. Afterward, we walked over to the High Line and Hudson Yards, which was a really nice way to continue the night. Great staff, great drinks, beautiful boat and some amazing NYC views. Highly recommend and would definitely do it again.

Michael_BAug 10, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

Minimum drinking age is 21 (valid ID required) Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted aboard. 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 Bring a photo ID that matches the name listed on your reservation 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 Elegant tables assigned to each booking