Best Water activities in New York

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Explore the best water activities in New York City, from kayaking in the Hudson River to sailing in the harbor.

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NYC: New Year's Eve Buffet Dinner Fireworks Harbor Cruise

29 Reviews

NYC: New Year's Eve Buffet Dinner Fireworks Harbor Cruise

Cruise on New Year’s Eve as you ring in 2025! Enjoy a buffet dinner, an open bar, and dance to a live DJ while admiring skyline views as fireworks go off over the Hudson River.

$552.26

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NYC: Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO Tour with East River Ferry

22 Reviews

NYC: Brooklyn Bridge and DUMBO Tour with East River Ferry

Choose morning or sunset/twilight guided walk across the Brooklyn Bridge to explain the feats of engineering & point out the best photo stops. Take the East River Ferry for more incredible views.

$39.00

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NYC: Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and More Boat Tour

21 Reviews

NYC: Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and More Boat Tour

Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of New York City while capturing stunning moments on this unforgettable sightseeing adventure with New York Princess Cruises.

$35.00

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NYC: Sunset Holiday Cocoa Cruise

12 Reviews

NYC: Sunset Holiday Cocoa Cruise

Step aboard a classically-inspired, 1920s-style yacht, that is fully-adorned in holiday decor with this cruise in New York. Enjoy views of Manhattan and waterside attractions at sunset.

$101.76

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Nautical Empress Yacht New Year's Eve Party Cruise

New Year’s Eve in New York City has never been more breathtaking than aboard the spectacular cruise party yacht, the Nautical Empress.

$259.00

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NYC: Holiday Yacht Cruise with Jazz, Cocoa & Carols

442 Reviews

NYC: Holiday Yacht Cruise with Jazz, Cocoa & Carols

Cruise around Manhattan on a festive boat decked out in its Christmas decorations. See the New York skyline and warm up with cocoa and cookies as you listen to live entertainment and carols.

$125.08

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NYC: Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

51 Reviews

NYC: Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

Cruise on the European-style, glass-enclosed Bateaux New York yacht this Christmas day for a gourmet brunch or dinner with live music and jaw-dropping, panoramic views of New York City’s skyline.

$152.01

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NYC: Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

680 Reviews

NYC: Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

Embark on a luxurious dining cruise from Manhattan’s Chelsea Piers. Enjoy stunning views of the NYC skyline with live entertainment and a luxurious meal at a private table.

$109.71

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New York City: Alive After Five Cocktail Cruise

36 Reviews

New York City: Alive After Five Cocktail Cruise

Grab your friends and co-workers and cruise on the New York Harbor for a relaxing and upbeat happy hour. Enjoy a specialty cocktail and live music from the onboard DJ as you check out the sights.

$58.24

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Guided Fishing in New York City's Iconic Central Park

Come fishing with me in Central Park! This is a unique way to experience one of the largest cities in the world.

$95.00

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New York City: 1-Hour Statue of Liberty & East River Cruise

See the best of Lower Manhattan and the East River on a sightseeing cruise. Sail under the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, see the Statue of Liberty, and enjoy City Lights on the last departure.

$20.74

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