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    New York City Skyline Lunch Cruise

    Buffet lunch, DJ dancing, and NYC skyline views by cruise

    4.4 stars• 441 reviews
    From$92/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    4 hours

    Includes

    Lunch buffet, sightseeing, dancing

    Highlights

    Sail New York Harbor aboard the Skyline Princess and take in the city skyline from indoor and outdoor decks. Pair sightseeing with a buffet lunch or join as a sightseeing-only passenger.
    • See the Empire State Building, 1 World Trade, and NYC bridges from the water
    • Dance to a professional DJ on the rooftop dance floor
    • Spot Manhattan, Liberty, Ellis, Roosevelt, and other islands along the route
    • Relax in enclosed, climate-controlled cabins or open-air deck space
    • Use free parking next to the vessel

    What's Included

    • Freshly prepared buffet lunch with buffet ticket
    • Coffee, tea, and water with buffet ticket

    Know before you go

    • Arrive 30 minutes before departure for boarding
    • Bring federal or state photo ID matching the name on the reservation
    • An adult age 18 or older must be aboard and responsible for the group
    • Pets are not allowed
    • Sails rain or shine
    • A fuel surcharge and vessel operation charge applies to infant bookings; the amount is not specified

    Cancellation Policy

    Rescheduling is free more than 24 hours before boarding; a new date may cost more. Rescheduling and cancellation aren't permitted within 24 hours. No refunds for missed cruises. Vouchers can't be rescheduled.

    FAQs

    Presentable business casual attire is recommended but not required. Jeans, sneakers, and shorts are permitted but discouraged.

    A cash bar is available from boarding until 60 minutes before the return time. Shots are not served.

    The buffet includes a vegetarian entrée. If you require gluten-free food, add a note in the comments; menu items may change.

    Meeting details

    World's Fair Marina, Flushing, Queens, NY 11368

    Experience provided by Skyline Princess Cruises
    Experience provided by Skyline Princess Cruises

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    Senior • With Meal

    $92

    Ages 60+

    0

    Adult • With Meal

    $95.45

    Ages 11-59

    0

    Child • With Meal

    $65.55

    Ages 3-10

    0

    Infant(s)

    $0

    Ages 2 and under

    0

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    Review summary

    4.4
    Very Good
    441 reviews•Google Maps
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    This cruise delivers a genuinely memorable experience on the water, with staff consistently earning top marks across the board. Crew members like Bella, Eugene, Michelle, and Adriana are called out repeatedly by name, which says a lot about how personal and attentive the service feels. The food gets strong praise, the DJ keeps things lively, and there's a photographer on board if you want to leave with something tangible. Free parking at the dock is a nice bonus that several reviewers appreciated. The experience works well for a range of occasions, from milestone birthdays and Mother's Day dinners to corporate events and family outings with kids. Views of the Manhattan skyline and surrounding bridges are a highlight, and there's plenty of outdoor deck space to take it all in. One reviewer did mention a rude manager, though this appears to be an isolated incident in an otherwise overwhelmingly positive pattern of feedback. A practical tip worth noting: the air conditioning inside can run quite cold, so bringing a light layer is a smart move. Beyond that, most guests leave genuinely impressed, and the recurring theme across reviews is that the crew's warmth and professionalism make the whole experience feel well worth it.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    We went to celebrate my birthday on the night of the Astoria fireworks and were greeted by not only kind, considerate, and generous service, but also the beautiful scenery of the East River from the comfort of a luxury yacht. All of the staff, but especially Bernabella and Michelle, made our evening so special and made the entire boat trip feel like such a celebration. Notably, the buffet food was very good and they were incredibly accommodating to my sister who had an allergy. We are absolutely looking forward to coming back again!

    Photo of Josef Dante Daniels

    Josef Dante Daniels

    July 5, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We went to celebrate my birthday on the night of the Astoria fireworks and were greeted by not only kind, considerate, and generous service, but also the beautiful scenery of the East River from the comfort of a luxury yacht. All of the staff, but especially Bernabella and Michelle, made our evening so special and made the entire boat trip feel like such a celebration. Notably, the buffet food was very good and they were incredibly accommodating to my sister who had an allergy. We are absolutely looking forward to coming back again!

    Photo of Josef Dante Daniels

    Josef Dante Daniels

    July 5, 2026

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