NYC Harbor Brunch Cruise: Statue of Liberty & Brooklyn Bridge

Brunch on the Water: See the Statue of Liberty Without Leaving Your Seat

You board at Pier 62, settle into the climate-controlled salon with assigned seating, and eat a three-course prix fixe brunch while passing under the Brooklyn Bridge, past the Statue of Liberty, and around Ellis Island. One drink is included. The whole route stays in New York Harbor, so you're seeing the major sights without arranging transport or timing yourself. The boat does both.

Step-by-step itinerary

New York Harbor brunch cruise

• Depart from Pier 62
• Cruise around New York Harbor
• View United Nations Headquarters
• Cruise under Brooklyn Bridge
• Cruise under Manhattan Bridge
• See Williamsburg Bridge
• View Statue of Liberty up close
• See Ellis Island and landmarks

The experience

So you're sitting there with a bagel and smoked salmon, and suddenly the Statue of Liberty slides past the observation window: no ferry line, no crowds, just you and the harbor. That's the whole thing right there. The brunch cruise departs Pier 62 on a 1920s-style yacht with teak decks and big windows that let you watch Manhattan, Brooklyn, and the East River happen around you while you eat. The menu is prix fixe and built around New York State ingredients: fresh bagels from local bakeries, seasonal fruit, craft meat, a smoked salmon display, frittata, salad, pastries. One drink comes with it.

The route takes you under the Brooklyn Bridge, the Manhattan Bridge, and the Williamsburg Bridge: each one looks different from the water, and you're not rushing past them. You'll see the UN building on the East River from the main salon or the open bow, Ellis Island off to the side, and you get up close to the Statue of Liberty as the boat moves through the harbor. It's a weekend thing, and the whole experience happens in a climate-controlled grand salon where you're already seated before boarding, so there's no standing around waiting for a table. The brunch comes family-style and buffet mixed together, so you're not trapped in one spot.

The boat itself matters: teak decks, aesthetically pleasing decor, the kind of thing that makes you feel like you're on an actual yacht instead of a tourist ferry. If you're traveling with kids, they need an adult with them, and service animals are allowed. Large group bookings aren't permitted, and if you're buying tickets separately from others in your group, you'll want to note that in your reservation so the operator knows. A portion of the ticket is taxable and already built into the price.

What’s included

• Your brunch includes a three-course prix fixe meal served family-style and buffet, featuring fresh bagels and bakery items, seasonal fruit, craft meat, smoked salmon display, frittata, fresh salad, and pastries from NYC purveyors.
• One complimentary beverage is included.
• The yacht has a climate-controlled grand salon with assigned seating, observation windows, and an open bow.
• The cruise departs from Pier 62 and travels through New York Harbor, passing the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, and the UN building on the East River.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 2 Jan 2027

Book up to8h before

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (3 to 14 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 80 · max 8 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Classic Harbor Line NYC

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the Statue of Liberty, all three East River bridges, and Ellis Island without arranging separate ferries or timing multiple stops: the fixed route and assigned seating mean you show up and eat while the harbor moves past you.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 14 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

What time does the brunch cruise depart?

The cruise departs from Pier 62. Specific departure times vary by date. Check your booking confirmation for the exact time.

Is the brunch menu vegetarian or vegan friendly?

The menu includes seasonal fruit, salads, pastries, and bagels alongside meat and smoked salmon. Contact the operator in advance if you have dietary restrictions.

Can I bring my pet?

Service animals are permitted. Emotional support animals and pets are not allowed.

What if I need help boarding the yacht?

Coordinate with the operator in advance if you need assistance boarding. Accessibility varies by boat.

How long is the cruise?

The itinerary covers New York Harbor and passes all major sights. Specific duration is not listed. Confirm with the operator when booking.

Do we go inside the Statue of Liberty?

No. The cruise passes close to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island for viewing from the water, but does not include landing or entry to either site.

Is there a December holiday schedule?

Yes. Select 2-hour December holiday departures on Yacht Northern Lights do not circumnavigate Manhattan. Instead, they focus on Lower Manhattan attractions, Battery Park, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty.

Can I book for a large group?

Large group bookings are not permitted. Multiple separate bookings may be subject to added fees or cancellation by the operator.