Lunch Cruises in New York are very popular attraction among travelers. They’re ideal for couples and families who want to see New York in daylight from the water while enjoying a full course meal.
New York Lunch cruises typically last 2-4 hours - depending on the cruise provider, and include a full meal, either full-service or buffet. Lunch cruise prices range from $70-120.
Lunch cruises are less popular than dinner cruises, but you can still find a large variety of providers offering these kinds of cruises. Actually, one of the benefits of lunch cruises is that they carry fewer passengers than non-meal or dinner cruises, so you’ll experience less crowding.
New York lunch cruise routes vary from company to company, but all of them pass by the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center and more. The most popular route departs from Pier 61, heading south to the Statue of Liberty, then north to the Manhattan Bridge before looping back.
This are the main landmarks you will see during New York lunch cruise:
The prices of lunch cruises in New York vary mainly according to the type of meal, cruise duration, and provider. The price range starts at $70 for the least expensive options and can reach up to $120 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the pier at the departure point, but the most popular way to buy tickets is through the companies’ websites or large ticket providers such as Tiqets or GetYourGuide.
Meals on lunch cruises are served either as full-service or buffet style. Regardless of which provider you choose, all offer at least a 3-course meal with starters, main course, and dessert. You’ll usually receive complimentary drinks as well, though some providers may charge extra for these. The menu is diverse and varies between providers, but most offer classic dishes including various pastas, salads, burgers or beef, and bread or rolls.
Here are the top and most popular cruises providers which offer lunch cruises in New York:
