
New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise
Traveler rating
3.2/5
Based on 38 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise worth booking?
New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise is a 2.5-hour experience in New York, United States, from $129 per person. It scores 30 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.2/5 rating across 38 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 30 / 100
- Rating
- 3.2/5 (38)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $129 per person
NYC: Manhattan Skyline Dining Cruise Step aboard a spacious three‑deck yacht—complete with climate-controlled lounges and panoramic sky‑deck views across East and Hudson Rivers. Choose from: Buffet Dinner: a generous, multi-course spread featuring seasonal salads, tenders, mains (like short rib or salmon), sides, and desserts—accompanied by tea, coffee, and juice. Premier Dinner: a refined 3‑course plated menu with a complimentary glass of champagne, ideal for a more elevated dining experience. Glide past the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, and more—all illuminated against the night sky. Enjoy upbeat music, engaging hosted narration, and a fully stocked onboard bar with cocktails, beer, wine, and liquor. The cruise returns to dock after approximately 3 hours, leaving you perfectly placed to continue your evening in NYC—whether it’s a romantic stroll or a night out.
What you get
About this experience
NYC: Manhattan Skyline Dining Cruise Step aboard a spacious three‑deck yacht—complete with climate-controlled lounges and panoramic sky‑deck views across East and Hudson Rivers. Choose from: Buffet Dinner: a generous, multi-course spread featuring seasonal salads, tenders, mains (like short rib or salmon), sides, and desserts—accompanied by tea, coffee, and juice. Premier Dinner: a refined 3‑course plated menu with a complimentary glass of champagne, ideal for a more elevated dining experience. Glide past the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Empire State Building, and more—all illuminated against the night sky. Enjoy upbeat music, engaging hosted narration, and a fully stocked onboard bar with cocktails, beer, wine, and liquor. The cruise returns to dock after approximately 3 hours, leaving you perfectly placed to continue your evening in NYC—whether it’s a romantic stroll or a night out.
What's included
Included
- Dinner service (buffet or plated, depending on the cruise selection)
- 3-hour evening cruise along New York Harbor
- Panoramic and stunning views of the Manhattan Skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and other iconic sights
- Available for purchase: Selection of cocktails, spirits, beer and wine
- Cruise on 2 or 3 deck elegant vessel
- Delightful music
- Entertaining Host pointing out iconic landmarks along the route
- Reserved seating based on selected ticket type
Not included
- Access to Liberty Island or Ellis Island.
What you'll see and do
Manhattan Skyline
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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Statue of Liberty
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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Manhattan Bridge
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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Brooklyn Bridge
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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One World Trade Center
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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Empire State Building
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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Hudson Yards
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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New Jersey
Enjoy panoramic views of New York City, Jersey City, and Brooklyn with access to all 2 or 3 decks, including the Sky Deck, all while enjoying a full buffet dinner.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
New York
Cruise departure point is located on the north side of Pier 40. Parking garage is available at Pier 40.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Cruise departure point is located on the north side of Pier 40. Parking garage is available at Pier 40.
Options you can book
Buffet – Standard Seating
Standard Admission: Standard seating admission: Guaranteed private table seating. Buffet menu: Tahini Caesar Salad, Braised Short Rib, Grilled Salmon, Mashed Potatoes, Assorted dessert bar. Complimentary : tea, juice and coffee.
Buffet – Window Seating
Premium Admission: WINDOW SEATING ADMISSION Guaranteed private table window seating. Buffet menu: Tahini Caesar Salad, Braised Short Rib, Grilled Salmon, Mashed Potatoes, Assorted dessert bar. Complimentary: tea, juice and coffee
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Liberty Cruise NYC
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 38 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
38 verified traveler reviews for New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Overpriced with terrible food!
Very poor communication on the pier. They really need some seating, especially for people with any kind of medical. There were several older people that stood in line for well over 45 minutes in very hot temperatures near 100°. They broke us up into window seats or non-window seats, but it didn’t make a difference once we got on the boat. They didn’t explain where you should be seated based on the package you purchased. The food was absolutely horrendous. Everything over seasoned overcooked and dry. When we purchased our ticket, it said that tea and coffee were included, but they were not even serve served. We had dirty silverware on our table when we sat down. We requested clean silverware finally ended up having to get up to get it ourselves. When the desserts were served, they ran out very quickly. It would be nice if they would have pointed out historical points of interest in landmarks. The only thing they did point out was the Statue of Liberty. Was very glad that this was not our first time to New York because this would have not provided any information to us. I would not book this and would not recommend.
via Viator
Taking a liberty
OK - so here's the thing. My wife had always wanted to visit NYC - top of her bucket list and it didn't disappoint. I booked this dinner cruise in secret for our last night in the Big Apple. We arrived and queued and watched a crew member fail at the first hurdle in how he greeted people - arrogant and rude. We boarded. It's important to point out that I've travelled the world many times and include many of the places I visit in my work as an international author. I've been on dinner cruises in Europe, the Far East, the Middle East, Australia and New Zealand and I know what good looks like. We were shown to our table. It felt old, unloved and that was the general theme - there was no atmosphere, no investment. One of the only crew seemed to be everywhere - he tried so hard, but, there was something missing. The food was 'OK' - I've had much better - comparing the recent dinner cruise in Sydney showed how this should be done. After dinner we went outside and watched a brilliant fireworks display - no one seemed to know whether this was for the cruise, or for an event, but we took it as a bonus. The main internal deck became a disco, but it was genuinely too loud and the DJ didn't really know how to read a room. The main catch for me was the price. Contrary to what the site tells you I paid over US $380 for my wife and I. That's around $150 too much for what we experienced. The second lesson is if you choose this company bear in mind that when they get back to the berth, you're on your own - getting to the front of Pier 40 we found to our horror that there were no taxis, anywhere, it was around 22:30 and as tourists we felt very isolated. Not unsafe, just slightly abandoned. Returning to the boat gained nothing so after 40 minutes I eventually hailed a cab near Battery Point. All in all an expensive end to a truly wonderful time in New York. In future I'd book elsewhere - the company Event Cruises never replied to my emails and that seems to be a theme on Trip Advisor - buyer, beware. I gave it two stars to support the fact that I was with my amazing wife, so glad that she reached her bucket list whilst she can. @eventcruises you can do so much better.
via Tripadvisor
No trip, it was cancelled
the trip was cancelled , last minute, and after 6 weeks I’m still waiting to get my money back
via Tripadvisor
Cancelled a zero notice with no refund instructions
This cruise was booked via TripAdvisor and Viator 3 months ago and was a Christmas gift for my son & his wife during their short visit this weekend to NYC from the UK. The company cancelled it by email at 24 hours’ notice in a message which gave no clear working instructions on how to obtain the ($250) refund, and I now have to get my card company to pursue this. Hence my dissatisfaction.
via Tripadvisor
Terrible Company - canceling trips with no notice (at least 3 that I know of in the last 4 weeks)
My wife and I received a Skyline dinner cruise as a Christmas present from my children for a sailing on 1/3/2026 at 7:00 pm. We live in Long Island New York, so we were able to go on the train and subway to get to Pier 40 where they were sailing out of. Earlier in the morning, my daughter went online and "activated" the tickets. We got there early (earlier than the 1/2 hour that you can board) and had to stand in the lobby of the terminal. There were no seats in this lobby, but we were glad we could stand there and wait as it was really cold outside, and the lobby was warm. At about 6:25 pm, my wife and I headed around the terminal to the side and walked down the pier and found the boat that was on the ticket (Enchanted). There was a couple in front of us already in line and others lined up behind us as we waited for them to check us in. I was talking with the people behind us in line and they were a family from Utah that was celebrating their son's 13 birthday. A trip to New York was his birthday present. They told me that they actually had tickets to the boat the day before but the company canceled it on them. After they called, they were able to "rebook" it for the next day. When the person came to start checking us in, they scammed the QR codes for the people in front of us and they went in. They got to my QR code and just said "canceled" and went to the next person. Nothing more than that - very coldly. I pressed them for what they meant and the only other thing they said was "you should have gotten an email and this is now a sit down dinner and not a buffet". Nothing like, I am sorry, but we changed. NOTHING, just canceled. Didn't say you should call a number or here is customer service - basically too bad. I called my daughter who bought the tickets and, surprisingly, no email was received. So there we were standing in the cold watching people get checked into the cruise that we booked on the same ship and ours was "canceled". So, we paid more than $70 in train and subway tickets to get there. We left our house to get there at 4:15pm only to find out our trip was canceled with no explanation, no assistance, nothing. The guy would not even talk with me about it so that I could find out more about what happened. Besides the train ticket, now we had to find a place for dinner and what was a free cruise dinner (because it was a present), turned out costing us more than $150 when you include dinner. Interesting note that my daughter booked this same cruise a few weeks earlier for a present for her boyfriend and her to go on - and guess what, they canceled that one also. So, be very careful with this company. There are 3 different times (my wife and I, the family from Utah, and my daughter and her boyfriend) that had this cruise canceled. This is not a company that I would put much faith in - especially if you are from out of town. At least we were close and could go back home and really did not have other pressing plans. My daughter is still trying to get her money back and she has not heard back from them yet. Emails sent - no response. Phone call finally went through and they said that "they refunded her the money" - nope!! "Hmmm...let me take another look. Oh that was for the previous one we canceled." They also said it was an "operational issue". Boat did not look like it had any "operational issues" as it sailed away!! I have my suspicions on what happened but wanted to only give you the facts here.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $129 to $189
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 13
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Liberty Cruise NYC, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.4.
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New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for New York.
How much does New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise cost?
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Prices start at $129 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in New York usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in New York is not rushed.
Is New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 30 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.2/5 across 38 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in New York, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise?
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Around 13 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in New York can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in New York and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central New York within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in New York?
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New York has more bookable experiences than any other city on Outty, and the quality spread is brutal. Observation decks are commoditised, so we score them on timed-entry reliability and sunset slots. Food tours and borough walks are where the ranking really separates operators, and the top scores in the city all come from small-group guides. On Outty we rank every New York experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include NYC Bus Tour of Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens: Art, Food & Sports, Half-Day Bus Tour of NYC Top Highlights, SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit New York?
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September to early November, and late April through June. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in New York?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise?
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Included: Dinner service (buffet or plated, depending on the cruise selection); 3-hour evening cruise along New York Harbor; Panoramic and stunning views of the Manhattan Skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and other iconic s; Available for purchase: Selection of cocktails, spirits, beer and wine; and Cruise on 2 or 3 deck elegant vessel. Not included: Access to Liberty Island or Ellis Island. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise?
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Cruise departure point is located on the north side of Pier 40. Parking garage is available at Pier 40. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise?
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Across 38 reviews averaging 3.2 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, photo opportunities, good for families. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for New York City Skyline Dinner Cruise?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Buffet – Standard Seating, Buffet – Window Seating. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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