City Cruises New York: Bateaux Premier Dinner Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

A world-class city deserves a world-class harbor cruise that offers unparalleled service, dining, and entertainment. Come aboard for the New York Premier Plus Dinner Cruise and be treated to a delectable prix fixe menu, and jaw-dropping, panoramic views of New York City’s skyline from the glass enclosed yacht. You’ll see iconic landmarks up close, such as the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, and One World Trade Center. As you marvel at Manhattan from the Hudson and East Rivers, enjoy tasty cocktails and the sweet sounds of our superb vocalist and acoustic band. This one-of-a-kind dinner cruise experience is as exhilarating as it is memorable.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants are not suitable for this cruise: Premier Plus Cruises feature a sophisticated atmosphere. Children under 6 are not permitted and we do not offer a discounted rate for children.

Seating is only guaranteed together for the number of tickets confirmed on this voucher. Reservations may not be combined.

Dress code will be enforced- A Premier Plus Dinner Cruise is your excuse to dress up! Semi-formal attire (dress pants, dress shirts, skirts or dresses and dress shoes) required for your special night on the water. Casual jeans, t-shirts, and sandals are not permitted onboard.

Boarding begins 45 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

City Cruises New York Pier 61 South

See iconic NYC landmarks as your cruise along the New York Harbour

Admission Not Applicable

Manhattan Skyline

See iconic NYC landmarks as your cruise along the New York Harbour

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Scenic East and Hudson River views

Live band entertainment

Guaranteed table for your party size

Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water

Freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts

Creative cocktails, wine, and beer from our well-stocked cash bar

Options

Dinner Cruise 7pm

Premier Dinner Cruise: Table for your party size, 3 course plated dinner, Live music and unparalleled skyline views. Boards at 6:15pm, sailing from 7:00pm-10:00pm

Reviews

4.41

1,404 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1002

186

Excellent tour of the...
James B,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent tour of the Evening Manhattan Skyline. The service and food were very good. Entertainment was just enough to create a fabulous atmosphere. Very comfortable with plenty of room to walk around for photo opportunities.
New york by night cruise
lorraine t,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such a special evening, an absolute must when in New York, the food was delicious, the band and lady singer very professional, jazz to contemporary. The sky line and lady liberty lit against the night sky stunning
Just as Fabulous as I Remembered — 11 Years Later
Nancy K,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was my second time on La Bateaux in New York City — the first was 11 years ago with my husband, and this time I experienced it on a girls’ trip. It was just as fabulous as I remembered. The views are absolutely breathtaking, especially seeing the city skyline from the water at night. The ambiance is elegant, relaxing, and truly makes for a memorable evening. The waitstaff was exceptional — attentive, professional, and made the experience feel special from beginning to end. The food was good overall; I’d give it about a 7/10, but honestly the atmosphere and incredible views are what make this experience unforgettable. I would absolutely recommend it for a romantic evening, celebration, or a special night out with friends while visiting NYC.
A wonderful evening, the...
Karen D,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
A wonderful evening, the staff were very attentive and so friendly. The food was delicious and the music was great.
Cruising with Style
Jeanique L,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The food was great and the band was really great too. They kept the vibes going and I really enjoyed their music selection and how smooth they were. The views were amazing and overall the cruise had an incredible ambiance. My only thing was, I don't know if they were short staffed that night, but the server I had was slow with service. But other than that, It was really great. Met some really great people. As a professional photographer, I took some amazing photographs.
Great city view on the...
Callum A,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great city view on the tour. The staff were excellent and attentive the entire time. I would highly recommend this experience.
Views
Thomas S,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The views were stunning and I would certainly recommend this trip to anybody. We both had an amazing time and it’s truly a trip to remember. From just a few minutes after departing the views continued to improve throughout. The Hudson River was an amazing place to view the neighboring cities from. The daytime evening hours provided a view of the city that I truly didn’t expect. The congested motion of the inner and outer city seem to disappear and what was left was a calming representation of hundreds of years of development for your eyes to rest on. During the later evening hours, as the sun gave away, the city illuminated itself in stellar fashion. Overall, this was a great way to celebrate our 20th anniversary!!! If I had any complaints at all they would be the few following. We made the reservation with ample time, and my only request was that we be near a window and this request was not accommodated, though half of the boat tables and seats weren’t utilized. This was not only upsetting but a little surprising. ? My meal stated online I had to pay nearly $100 extra for. I planned on having the steak as my main course as I just don’t have much of a pallet for fish and shellfish, but the steak listed was an additional amount. My last issue really wasn’t a big deal, but I believe many people would think it should be. It was that our waiter would disappear for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. At one point, we wanted bread and new drinks, but he was nowhere to be seen for over 20 minutes. When we asked another server passing by for bread and drinks, they said “sure thing”and simply never returned.
Amazing Experience
Tara S,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a night this was! Weather was perfect, sunset on the city was stunning, music was fabulous, service was wonderful and the views were absolutely spectacular. With every penny! Such an incredible way to experience the city.
Boat Cruise
Adam H,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Overall a good trip. Food slow service and despite saying there is a dress code people didn’t adhere and was accepted.
Nice experience
Cindy F,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
We had a great time on the cruise. Wonderful entertainment. Food was so so. Boat very clean. We would do this again! Highlight was seeing the statue of Liberty.

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4.41

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City Cruises New York: Bateaux Premier Dinner Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants are not suitable for this cruise: Premier Plus Cruises feature a sophisticated atmosphere. Children under 6 are not permitted and we do not offer a discounted rate for children.

Seating is only guaranteed together for the number of tickets confirmed on this voucher. Reservations may not be combined.

Boarding begins 45 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

City Cruises New York Pier 61 South

See iconic NYC landmarks as your cruise along the New York Harbour

Admission Not Applicable

Manhattan Skyline

See iconic NYC landmarks as your cruise along the New York Harbour

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Scenic East and Hudson River views

Live band entertainment

Guaranteed table for your party size

Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water

Freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts

Creative cocktails, wine, and beer from our well-stocked cash bar

Options

Dinner Cruise 7pm

Premier Dinner Cruise: Table for your party size, 3 course plated dinner, Live music and unparalleled skyline views. Boards at 6:15pm, sailing from 7:00pm-10:00pm

Reviews

4.41

1,404 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1002

186

Excellent tour of the...
James B,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent tour of the Evening Manhattan Skyline. The service and food were very good. Entertainment was just enough to create a fabulous atmosphere. Very comfortable with plenty of room to walk around for photo opportunities.
New york by night cruise
lorraine t,May 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such a special evening, an absolute must when in New York, the food was delicious, the band and lady singer very professional, jazz to contemporary. The sky line and lady liberty lit against the night sky stunning
Just as Fabulous as I Remembered — 11 Years Later
Nancy K,May 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was my second time on La Bateaux in New York City — the first was 11 years ago with my husband, and this time I experienced it on a girls’ trip. It was just as fabulous as I remembered. The views are absolutely breathtaking, especially seeing the city skyline from the water at night. The ambiance is elegant, relaxing, and truly makes for a memorable evening. The waitstaff was exceptional — attentive, professional, and made the experience feel special from beginning to end. The food was good overall; I’d give it about a 7/10, but honestly the atmosphere and incredible views are what make this experience unforgettable. I would absolutely recommend it for a romantic evening, celebration, or a special night out with friends while visiting NYC.
A wonderful evening, the...
Karen D,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
A wonderful evening, the staff were very attentive and so friendly. The food was delicious and the music was great.
Cruising with Style
Jeanique L,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The food was great and the band was really great too. They kept the vibes going and I really enjoyed their music selection and how smooth they were. The views were amazing and overall the cruise had an incredible ambiance. My only thing was, I don't know if they were short staffed that night, but the server I had was slow with service. But other than that, It was really great. Met some really great people. As a professional photographer, I took some amazing photographs.
Great city view on the...
Callum A,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great city view on the tour. The staff were excellent and attentive the entire time. I would highly recommend this experience.
Views
Thomas S,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
The views were stunning and I would certainly recommend this trip to anybody. We both had an amazing time and it’s truly a trip to remember. From just a few minutes after departing the views continued to improve throughout. The Hudson River was an amazing place to view the neighboring cities from. The daytime evening hours provided a view of the city that I truly didn’t expect. The congested motion of the inner and outer city seem to disappear and what was left was a calming representation of hundreds of years of development for your eyes to rest on. During the later evening hours, as the sun gave away, the city illuminated itself in stellar fashion. Overall, this was a great way to celebrate our 20th anniversary!!! If I had any complaints at all they would be the few following. We made the reservation with ample time, and my only request was that we be near a window and this request was not accommodated, though half of the boat tables and seats weren’t utilized. This was not only upsetting but a little surprising. ? My meal stated online I had to pay nearly $100 extra for. I planned on having the steak as my main course as I just don’t have much of a pallet for fish and shellfish, but the steak listed was an additional amount. My last issue really wasn’t a big deal, but I believe many people would think it should be. It was that our waiter would disappear for 10 to 20 minutes at a time. At one point, we wanted bread and new drinks, but he was nowhere to be seen for over 20 minutes. When we asked another server passing by for bread and drinks, they said “sure thing”and simply never returned.
Amazing Experience
Tara S,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
What a night this was! Weather was perfect, sunset on the city was stunning, music was fabulous, service was wonderful and the views were absolutely spectacular. With every penny! Such an incredible way to experience the city.
Boat Cruise
Adam H,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Overall a good trip. Food slow service and despite saying there is a dress code people didn’t adhere and was accepted.
Nice experience
Cindy F,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
We had a great time on the cruise. Wonderful entertainment. Food was so so. Boat very clean. We would do this again! Highlight was seeing the statue of Liberty.