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Sail Through NYC Harbor with Snacks & Bar On Board (Up to 15 Passengers)

About this experience

What you'll do:

Experience the Statue of Liberty on a Cruise!

Take a step back in time on New York’s only passenger tall ship. From her spacious main deck or raised quarter deck, you get to enjoy the sailing experience of a lifetime aboard this majestic topsail schooner as we unfurl her canvas and set sail through the harbor. Clipper City sails through the NYC Harbor, closely passing The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Governors Island, the NJ and NY skyline, and bridges.

This is an ideal experience for a romantic date, a family outing, or to show an out-of-town visitor the best views of the city. Taking in the Statue of Liberty from a historic sailing vessel makes for a unique and unforgettable tour. For the ultimate bucket list experience, book the afternoon sail and see the Statue of Liberty at sunset.

Our friendly crew make sure you enjoy your sail, and they can even get you involved in raising the sails if you’d like! A full bar and snacks are available for purchase on board. Enjoy a drink while you take in the views!

Why we love it for your party:

  • Time-traveling fun (Sail through history on the Clipper City, NYC's only tall ship, and catch sight of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and more!)
  • Views like no other (Enjoy the best views of NYC's skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and more from our deck. Perfect for party pics!)
  • Party vibes ahoy! (Whether it's a date night or a family outing, the Clipper City sets the stage for a party you won't forget)
  • Crew of fun-lovers (Our crew is here to make sure you have a blast. Join in raising the sails or kick back with a drink from our bar)
  • Sightseeing magic (Book an afternoon sail for the ultimate bucket list experience. Seeing the Statue of Liberty at sunset? Pure magic!)

About this experience partner:

To us, sailing is about prevailing.

At Manhattan by Sail, we’re the venue for some of your most unforgettable experiences…and so much more. We are sailors who count ourselves as fortunate enough to sail the prevailing winds of the world’s most iconic harbor. We’ve been taking people sailing in New York Harbor since 1972, when a salty welder named Nick van Nes sailed his 70-ft. yawl, Petrel, to The Battery. He built a dock, put up a sign…and slowly, the first passenger sailboat in New York started to draw attention from locals.

Today, aboard the Shearwater and Clipper City, we share the joy of sailing our beautiful harbor with visitors and New Yorkers alike. Offering an incomparable setting for your outing, we’ve developed into a world-class venue. On board during our specialty sails, you can enjoy the sweetness of live jazz music, local craft beers, spicy performances from some of NYC’s premier burlesque performers, and more. But some things have remained the same since the beginning: our passion, commitment, and our caring, enthusiastic crew who sail each day with their whole hearts. At Manhattan By Sail, we welcome you aboard to share in our joyful culture and to join us in falling in love with NYC, over and over again.

Looking back, there have been challenges: through the early days of a new business, through 9/11, through restorations, growth and setbacks we worked to preserve the traditional art of sailing and everything that it encompasses: sewing sails, welding, woodworking, navigation, and preserving old boats steeped in history. We have created our own marvelous ecosystem and trained hundreds in the traditional craft of sailing. We know that with grit, teamwork, determination and resilience anything is possible.

It’s why we’re here today and why we’ve been able to provide such positive experiences to so many (see our reviews on Yelp and TripAdvisor)

We have prevailed. We are proud to be here today. And we are honored to have introduced hundreds of thousands to the sublime pleasures of sailing NYC’s waterways. Thank you for letting us be part of your New York experience; your patronage supports a legacy. Whether you’re a visitor or a lifelong New Yorker, we invite you to see Manhattan through new eyes and feel reinvigorated.

Additional information:

  • Full bar and snacks available.  
  • The temperature can be cooler out on the water so dress accordingly - best to be prepared! Hats and sunscreen are recommended on summer days.
  • It is customary to tip the crew & bartender if you enjoyed your experience.
  • Sailing is an all-weather activity; & we do sail in light rain or intermittent sprinkles, however, the Captain will cancel due to severe or unsafe conditions. MBS will do it’s best to notify you promptly, but last-minute cancelations do happen. If the Captain must cancel a sail, customers will be offered alternate departures, subject to availability, or receive a sailing credit for the current or following season.

Book with Confidence!

Generous Cancellation

Generous Cancellation

This experience offers a full refund on cancellations with 7+ days notice.

Lowest Price Guarantee

Lowest Price Guarantee

If you find it cheaper, we’ll refund the difference.

Satisfaction Guarantee

Satisfaction Guarantee

We guarantee you'll have a great time or your money back

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  • Day Sail

    Starting at$60per person

    1hr 30min

    Group Size Limited to 15 for Quiet Enjoyment of Fellow Guests.


Location

New York, NY

89 South St Pier 17, New York, NY 10038, USA

Cancellation Policy

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generous Cancellation Policy

Full refund on cancellations with 7+ days notice. No refund within 7 day window.

Reviews

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8 Reviews

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kal759

September 2023 • other Party

Had a fantastic day on the Clipper City. The ship is beautiful, and the views were great. The staff is lovely and friendly.

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Ray_R

September 2023 • holiday Party

It was a great Saturday afternoon for a sail around NYC, the weather was outstanding, jazz music and atmosphere was on point. Thank you guys for a wonderful day in NYC...

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Michael C.

August 2023 • other Party

The weather was gorgeous that day! The crew was very informative, helpful, and efficient. For being so young, they did a great job of sailing the ship. The views of the NYC skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and the surrounding areas are unique from the water and I definitely recommend it for anyone who hasn't seen them from that perspective yet, local or visitor. Being on the water under sail, with no motor noise is one of my favourite places to be. Highly recommended!

DK

D K.

August 2023 • other Party

My wife and I were in NYC for the first time and really enjoyed this sail/cruise! The crew were great and the guitar player was entertaining but unobtrusive. The views were also great. Only suggestion would be to have snacks or food available for sale but I understand that the potential for cleanup on a ship might outweigh the benefits to the customer. Would recommend this tour.

PB

Paul B.

August 2023 • other Party

An amazing experience. Crew where superb and asked if anyone wanted to help put the sails up. Was a beautiful sunny day and they have a bar which is reasonably priced . Clean toilets. We went very close to the statue of liberty and got some great pictures. Thank you to all the very friendly crew and would say don't think about , do it , you won't regret it.

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Astrirob

August 2023 • holiday Party

We were a little disappointed at first because our cruise was canceled at last minutes due to the bad weather but the crew was, super kind and rebooked us as soon as possible and we really appreciated. The cruise was very beautiful and the crew made a good job. It was interesting to see how a sailboats works and the crew made folks to join them to lift up the sails including my husband and my two sons. Maybe it would be great if a person/guide take some time to tell story about the boat and some information about city and monuments history.

AR

Astrid R.

August 2023 • group-trip Party

We were a little disappointed at first because our cruise was canceled at last minutes due to the bad weather but the crew was, super kind and rebooked us as soon as possible and we really appreciated. The cruise was very beautiful and the crew made a good job. It was interesting to see how a sailboats works and the crew made folks to join them to lift up the sails including my husband and my two sons. Maybe it would be great if a person/guide take some time to tell story about the boat and some information about city and monuments history.

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shatel h.

July 2023 • other Party

I thought the cruise was fantastic. The crew let everyone participate in the raising of the sails. There was a full bar on board, and the ride was smooth. I enjoyed looking at the different landmarks as we went down the coast. We got to see Governors Island at the Statue of Liberty. The vibe was pleasant. I would def come back again.

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Day Sail

Starting at$60per person

1hr 30min

Group Size Limited to 15 for Quiet Enjoyment of Fellow Guests.

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