About this tour
A 1.5-hour live jazz and standards cruise aboard a 1920s-style yacht on the Hudson River and New York Harbour. You'll hear crooner-style vocals and jazz from a live band while sailing past the Financial District, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty. One complimentary drink is included, and you can order additional beverages and light snacks at the bar. This works best as an evening date or small-group outing rather than a daytime sightseeing priority.
Highlights
- Live jazz band and vocalist performing Sinatra, Nina Simone, Billie Holiday standards
- 1920s-style yacht with grand salon seating and elegant table service
- One complimentary beverage from the bar included
- Close-up views of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the water
- Hudson River and NY Harbour route past Manhattan's Financial District
- All fitness levels welcome; operates in all weather conditions
- Service animals permitted; emotional support animals and pets not allowed
What to expect
Arrive 15–30 minutes early to check in at the ticket booth. Once aboard, you'll be seated at an assigned table in the grand salon — tables may be shared with a clear partition depending on your party size. The live band and vocalist begin their set as the yacht departs, and you'll cruise for 90 minutes listening to jazz standards and crooner classics. The route takes you along the Hudson into New York Harbour with views of major landmarks. You can order additional drinks and light snacks at the bar throughout the cruise (by credit card only). As you approach the end of the sailing, the music continues until docking.
What travellers say
- Live jazz band and vocalist deliver intimate standards in elegant setting
- Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island views without dedicated sightseeing focus
- One free drink included; bar available for additional purchases
- 1920s yacht ambiance suits date nights and special occasions
- Large group bookings prohibited; multiple tickets may incur extra fees
- Additional drinks and snacks cost extra beyond complimentary beverage
- Gratuity for crew not included in ticket price
- Operates in all weather; unsuitable if you prefer guaranteed clear skies
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits couples, small groups and anyone seeking a relaxed evening with live music and water views rather than an action-focused tour. Physically accessible to all fitness levels. The cruise operates in all weather, so dress appropriately for conditions. Note: large group bookings aren't permitted, and multiple separate bookings may incur added fees or be cancelled by the operator. Only service animals performing a manual task are allowed; emotional support animals and pets are not. Arrive as a complete group for check-in. Accessibility varies by boat; contact the operator beforehand if you need boarding assistance. Additional drinks and snacks cost extra. Gratuity for captain and crew is not included.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.