A sunset cruise in New York is one of the most wonderful experiences we can recommend if you are coming for a vacation in the Big Apple. It is the perfect combination between a daytime cruise and an evening cruise, letting you enjoy both in a single sailing. Many cruise companies here in New York offer sunset cruises, with prices ranging from about $20-30 for the simpler cruises up to around $100 per person for a luxury yacht experience.
Most sunset cruises in New York last about 1 to 3 hours, and all of them offer the magical view of Manhattan’s skyline with New York’s beautiful sunset in the background from the harbor. The cruises usually depart between 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm and return between 8:00 pm and 9:00 pm. We just want to point out one important detail: here in New York, there are often high clouds in the sky and sometimes the sunset is a bit “missed.” So keep this in mind so you won’t be disappointed.
The tickets price range for sunset canal cruise in NYC harbor is between $20 to $110 for per person.
The average duration of a New York sunset cruise is between 1.5 and 3 hours (depending on the type of cruise)
The top cruise companies offering sunset cruises in NYC are Circle Line, New York Water Taxi and Classic Harbor Line
One of the most popular sunset cruises here in New York is operated by New York Water Taxi. The cruise lasts about 1.5 hours and departs from Pier 16 in Lower Manhattan, passing by the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, the Brooklyn Bridge, and more along the way.
The famous Circle Line cruise is one of the most popular cruises in the New York Harbor. The cruise lasts about 2 hours and passes by all the major and iconic landmarks of NYC. It also includes a live guide on board.
