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No matter the occasion, a New York Signature Lunch Cruise is sure to create an unforgettable afternoon. Experience a two-hour lunch buffet with freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts while you cruise on the East and Hudson Rivers. Dine the day away with friends and family and soak in New York's skyline views. Enjoy a casual environment with live DJ entertainment, with alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There is no smoking inside the boat
Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge (meal not included)
Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
Seating is only guaranteed together for the number of tickets confirmed on this voucher. Reservations may not be combined.
Dress code: We encourage casual attire that is informal and comfortable, (khakis, nice jeans, dresses, casual button-ups/blouses)
Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water
Delicious lunch buffet with freshly prepared entrees, salads and desserts
Live DJ entertainment
Scenic NYC skyline views
Guaranteed table for your party size
Creative cocktails, wine and beer from our well-stocked cash bar
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204 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Monica D,
Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
We enjoyed this tour. Everyone was very friendly and pleasant, food was great, the DJ did a great job even got on the dance floor and dance with us, so if you're considering going please do. We will do it again if we ever come back to New York!
167kaciec,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Wow great experience! Such a fun way to see the city, food and drinks were great, and the crew was awesome. The ship did rock quite more than I was expecting but never felt ill

Emerald G,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
All of the staff was friendly & accommodating from arrival onto the dock. Upon boarding, there was a faint & unplesant "mildew" smell while we walked onto the boat. Our table waitress was extremely nice & attentive, she was just busy, so it took a while for us to receive drink orders. The food buffet was not good. The food lacked flavor & our choices were mid & avrage. We hoped for something a bit more "special" & food that was more tasty & fun. I will look for future cruises where I can review the menu before buying the trip. Overall, I enjoyed the experience & would reccomended it to others.
Sharmaine L,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
Lost $500 for 4 guests. We missed the boat but tried to call beforehand to reschedule but couldn’t reach nobody. Representative tried to admin ticket time from 12- 12:45pm but charged my card for the wrong location
SweetButter149,
Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We try to go on a City Cruise once a year and we have done many. This one, though stands out from the rest. I use a cane the time we boarded and the crew helped me up the ramp. The gentleman checked us in and gave us a window seat. Our server, can't remember her name but it started with a K was exceptional. We felt like we had royal treatment from beginning to end. The server even helped me bring my plate to our table. We did the signature brunch and it was excellent. I cannot express how much we loved this brunch cruise!
Dennis B,
Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
Great cruise around New York City and lunch was good too! I'm looking forward to doing this trip again
133njerik,
Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very disappointed with this buffet lunch cruise. Took the cruise on 7/6/25. We arrived early with other passengers. There was no place to sit and wait for the cruise boat to arrive, except stand in the hot July sun. The "buffet" was to say the least, inadequate. I paid $250 for 2 people for this lunch cruise. The selection was limited to chicken, pork and small pieces of salmon, tiny mixed potatoes which were cold and dry. There was pasta and yellow corn which were cold and sticky. Overall, the "hot" buffet was cold, the salad limited to mixed greens and desert was tiny square pieces of cheese cake and pound cake. No mixed fruit as advised in the menu. The servers were friendly and attentive and the views of nyc and statute of liberty never fail to awe. The cruise did not hit all the sites as advertised - did not make it to the Brooklyn Bridge. The music could have been turned down for the lunch and a few umbrellas on the top viewing deck would have made sight seeing a more comfortable and enjoyable experience.
adrian d,
Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I would rate the experience a 4 out 5. Good food and service. We experience overcast and slightly high winds for the cruise. The ship was still stable enough to move around and also experience deck view. The crew hostess is well informed about different land marks along the waterline.

SamClyde,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The staff was super friendly and the lunch was delicious! The sights are spectacular, especially the view of the Statue of Liberty. My husband and I were treated to a special shout-out from the DJ on the ship, who played awesome tunes the whole time while giving pauses for some sightseeing info. We were also treated to an amazing desert and champagne in honor of our anniversary. The ship wasn’t crowded at all, so it was easy to get great spots for pictures and privacy to chat. We decided that if we return to NY in the future, we’d definitely book this cruise again, as we liked it so much.




Tara Z,
Apr 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
This was decent, food took to long for our table to get we were second to last and when we went up it gone then we had wait again. Staff were great
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