Warm weather is officially here and it’s time to spend a New York City night cruising around the water! Going on dinner cruises is one of our favorite summer activities, and there are plenty of options available for you to book! We’re talking everything from buffet dinners on three-level ships to full prix-fix menus on top of glitzy yachts! Whether you’re planning a date night, or a night out on the town…these are the best dinner cruises in NYC you should reserve right now!
1-2. NYC Skyline Dinner Cruise & NYC Premier Skyline Dinner Cruise
Get up close and personal with NYC’s most iconic landmarks on this dinner cruise, where you’ll pass by the Statue of Liberty, go under the Brooklyn Bridge and admire the city’s skyline along the way. Guests will be greeted to a complimentary glass of champagne, food and beverages, and a fantastic live DJ performance!
There are two lovely options priced at different tiers. Opt for the regular NYC Skyline Dinner Cruise, which includes a buffet style menu, or book the fancier NYC Premier Skyline Dinner Cruise which includes a 3 course dinner (Braised Short Ribs, Vegan Curry, Chicken Tostada, and more).
🚢 Buy tickets to the NYC Skyline Dinner Cruise here!
🚢 Buy tickets to the NYC Premier Skyline Dinner Cruise here!
3. Dinner & Dancing Under The Stars on The Hudson River!
Get your dancing shoes on, because this dinner cruise sailing out of Pier 40 is sure to be a night full of good eats and entertainment! This scenic 2.5 hour cruise around NYC harbors will provide guests a delicious buffet style meal, alongside a fully stocked bar! You’ll pass by Lady Liberty along the way, and will be treated to breathtaking views of the city we love so much!
Plus, after the sun goes down, you can dance the night away on the dance floor, where a DJ will be playing Latin, Hip-Hop, Pop, Oldies & much much more. It’s truly the perfect birthday celebration, date idea, or night out with friends!
4. Alive After Five
Are you ready for the most epic happy hour there is going right now? Climb aboard the Alive After Five dinner and drinks cruise, which is the perfect after work activity! The 2 hour cruise on City Cruises’ Sensation yacht is the perfect place to bring coworkers and enjoy some food and drink. The ship itself features climate-controlled decks, a covered roof deck, and multiple dance floors, so you can really set your own vibe.
Don’t forget about the food either! Depending on what tier ticket you buy, you’ll have access to pasta, Tex-Mex and more options. It departs from Pier 15 and goes from 6-8 pm!
5. New York Dinner Cruise
Set sail from Pier 61 Chelsea Piers, and get ready to see nearly every iconic NYC landmark during this 2.5 hour dinner cruise! You’ll board a 3 floor Hornblower ship, which comes complete with a climate-controlled sundeck, and be served a delicious buffet dinner that has options like beef short ribs, roasted chicken, roasted salmon, pasta dishes, dessert, and so much more. After the meal, head to the rooftop deck to enjoy a DJ and interactive games!
6. Memorial Day Dinner Cruise
Celebrate Memorial Day this year with an ultimate dinner cruise! Ring in the unofficial start to the summer with a luxurious dinner outing that includes a delicious catered dinner buffet, complimentary glass of sparkling wine, live DJ, and more! The 3 hour cruise takes off from Pier 36 at 7pm and is offering sailings all weekend long!
🚢 Buy tickets to the Memorial Day Dinner Cruise here!
7. Bateaux Dinner Cruise
After you depart from Chelsea Piers, the Bateaux Diner Cruise will take guests on a 3 hour journey with a 3 course meal. You’ll be able to sail along the Hudson River and take in stunning Manhattan skyline views, all while feasting on some of the best cuisine on their glass enclosed deck. The menu features highlights like Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, Miso-glazed Cod, Zucchini Fritters, and more. Plus, you can enjoy live jazz performances, their open-air deck upstairs, and cocktails along the way!
8. La Barca Cantina
NYC’s only floating Mexican restaurant, La Barca Cantina, is one of our favorite waterfront dining spots that also does cruises throughout the day! It’s docked on Pier 81 and serves all sorts of tasty Mexican bites including tacos, fiesta platters, and over 100 agave-based spirits and cocktails. As for their sailings, they do 3 on Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays, and 4 sailings on Saturday. Check out their cruising schedule below and check them out today:
- Thursdays-Fridays: 4-5 pm, 6-7 pm, & 8-1o pm
- Saturdays: 2-3 pm, 4-5 pm, 6-7 pm & 8-10 pm
- Sundays: 12:30-2:30 pm (Brunch), 6-7 pm, & 8-10 pm