Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise

Step aboard the teak decks of your elegant 1920s style yachts, the Manhattan and Manhattan II, and enjoy a 2.75 hour cruise while learning about  NYC's architectural landmarks from the water. The "Around Manhattan" tour narration, provided by members of the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) NYC chapter, is general enough for visitors yet detailed enough for the locals.

Aboard the yachts, experience a comfortable and unique tour through the Hudson, East, and Harlem Rivers from the climate-controlled and enclosed back-deck observatory or wander to the outer decks for fresh air and sunlight. Guests are treated to one complimentary beer, wine or champagne from the bar & a light snack about 1-hour into the trip. Additional beverages are available for purchase by credit card. On this cruise, you will circumnavigate the island of Manhattan (passing under all 18 bridges) while taking in monuments, architecture, parks and infrastructure with narration by a member of the AIANY Chapter.

Itinerary
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Pass By: One World Observatory, 285 Fulton St One World Trade Center, New York City, NY 10007-0089

Learn about the buildings that make up Manhattan's Financial District as the boat cruises around Manhattan. Enjoy live commentary about many famous buildings from the guide throughout the cruise.

Pass By: Woolworth Building, 233 Broadway, New York City, NY 10003

Spot the Woolworth Building as the boat cruises around Manhattan and enjoy live commentary about many famous buildings from the guide.

Pass By: Statue of Liberty, Liberty Island, New York City, NY 10004

Great up-close views of the Statue of Liberty can be seen from the boats observation cabin or open bow. A nice photo opportunity!

Pass By: Brooklyn Bridge, New York City, NY 10038

Cruise under all 18 bridges that connect Manhattan to the outer boroughs, New York and New Jersey on this 2.75-hour cruise, including the historic Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg Bridges!

Pass By: Lower East Side, New York City, NY

Learn about the buildings that make up Manhattan's Lower East Side as the boat cruises around Manhattan. Enjoy live commentary about many famous buildings from the guide throughout the cruise.

Pass By: Empire State Building, 20 West 34th Street, New York City, NY 10118-0114

See this historic landmark from the water

Pass By: Chrysler Building, 405 Lexington and 42nd St., New York City, NY 10174

Spot the Chrysler Building as the boat cruises up the East River and enjoy live commentary about many famous buildings from the guide.

Pass By: Upper West Side, Columbus and Amsterdam Ave. between 63rd and 85th Streets, New York City, NY

Cruise along the Upper West Side, see some historic sites and learn about new buildings and the waterfront along the way

Pass By: George Washington Bridge, 179th Street and Riverside Drive, New York City, NY 10033

As the boat cruises the northern part of Manhattan, enjoy a pass under the GW Bridge that connects Manhattan to New Jersey.

Pass By: Roosevelt Island, New York City, NY

Up-close views of this historic island can be seen as the boat cruises along the East River.

Pass By: Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park, 1 FDR Four Freedoms Park Roosevelt Island, New York City, NY 10044

Just one of the many points of interest you'll see up-close from the comfort of the boats observation cabin or open bow.