Yacht Charter to the US Open From New York
Arrive at the US Open by private yacht with space to relax along the way
Duration
1.5–2.5 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 6 people
Includes
Yacht, captain, bottled water
Highlights
Travel toward the US Open aboard a private yacht with open-air and indoor lounge space. Relax on the water while a professional captain and crew handle the voyage.
- Relax on the all-teak deck beneath a retractable canopy
- Settle into the wood-paneled cabin lounge with table seating
- Connect your playlist to the Bluetooth sound system
- Enjoy views from the outdoor deck or shaded seating
- Add champagne, wine, beer, catering, or decorations for an additional purchase
Itinerary
All three charter options follow the same essential route from Chelsea Piers to the Williamsburgh Yacht Club in Flushing Bay. Choose the package that fits your schedule and what you want to see along the way. The concierge team can help coordinate your departure time around your specific match or session.
Option 1: Stadium Express — 1.5 Hours — $1,500 The most direct route from Manhattan to Flushing Bay:
- Depart Chelsea Piers and head south along the Hudson River
- Round the southern tip of Manhattan with views of One World Trade Center, Battery Park, Financial District, and the opening of the New York Harbor
- Enter the East River heading north — the bridge sequence begins: Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, Queensboro Bridge
- Continue north through Hell Gate, the powerful tidal strait connecting the East River and Long Island Sound
- Slip past Rikers Island
- Arrive at Flushing Bay and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club All prices include docking fees at both Chelsea Piers and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club. A short car service ride gets your group from the marina to Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Option 2: Express + Statue of Liberty — 2 Hours — $2,000 All the sights of the Stadium Express, plus a pilgrimage to the Statue of Liberty:
- Depart Chelsea Piers and head south along the Hudson River
- Enter the New York Harbor for up-close views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from multiple angles
- Continue around the southern tip of Manhattan into the East River heading north.
- Pass the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, UN Building, and voyage through Hell Gate
- Arrive at Flushing Bay and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club The right choice for visitors to New York who want to see the harbor's most iconic landmark on the way to the tournament.
Option 3: Sightseeing Tour + Stadium Drop-Off — 2.5 Hours — $2,500 The same route as Option 2, at a more relaxed pace with extended time for sightseeing and narration:
- Depart Chelsea Piers and head south at a leisurely pace
- Enjoy personal conversations with the captain about NYC architecture and history.
- Pause by the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with plenty of time to soak in views from multiple angles
- Circle Governors Island and head north up the East River
- Watch the sea planes touch down in the East River, observe the waterfront communities of DUMBO, Lower East Side, Williamsburg, Long Island City, Sutton Place, Roosevelt Island, Astoria
- Arrive at Flushing Bay and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club The experience for guests who want the journey to be as memorable as the match. Brunch or lunch with champagne service on the water makes this a complete US Open day.
What's Included
- Professional US Coast Guard-certified captain and crew
- All-teak outdoor deck with retractable canopy
- Indoor cabin lounge with seating for six
- Bathroom with cloth hand towels
- Kitchenette with refrigerator and tableware
- Bottled water and ice
- Bluetooth sound system
- Fuel
Important details
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID matching the credit card used for booking
- Arrive by your scheduled start time; dock access opens 5 minutes before departure and the vessel leaves about 5 minutes after the scheduled time
- Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
- Children age 13 and under must wear a US Coast Guard-approved life jacket; life jackets are provided
- Service animals are welcome; pets are not permitted
- Smoking, vaping, open flames, glass, red wine, hard coolers, illegal drugs, sharp objects, and weapons are not permitted
- Requires navigating steps and movement between the floating dock, moving vessel, upper deck, and lower cabin
- Alcohol service may be limited and the yacht may return to the dock if alcohol consumption becomes unsafe
- A credit card processing fee applies and is not included in the listed price
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Cancellation Policy
Standard reservations are non-refundable. If weather requires postponement, reschedule within the same calendar year at no charge.
FAQs
Bring valid photo identification (passport or U.S. driver’s license) for the credit card holder. If you don’t provide matching photo ID, you won’t be able to board.
Arrive on time. Boarding starts 5 minutes before departure, and your yachting time can’t be extended. If you arrive late, your charter may be shortened or cancelled, and late arrivals and no-shows are not rescheduled or refunded.
If there’s a chance of rain, the captain monitors radar and decides about rescheduling about 2 hours prior to departure if rain can’t be avoided.
Meeting details
Manhattan Pier 59 at Chelsea Piers, New York, NY 10011
