New York's "Harbor Lights Cruise" is a romantic evening cruise by Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises where you can enjoy the setting sun while viewing the millions of beautiful glistening lights of the amazing New York city skyline. This dramatic 2-hour evening cruise follows the same route as the daytime version Semi-Circle Cruise. Sail down the Hudson River, around Battery Park, up the East River, and under the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge and Williamsburg Bridge to the United Nations and then back. Soft music plays as you enjoy cocktails from the on-board concessions serving your choice of beer, wine, cocktails, sandwiches, hot dogs, and snack foods that are available for purchase. Souvenirs are also available on board. Book your trip now to ensure your spot on this romantic evening excursion.
New York's Harbor Lights Cruise Visitor Info
Duration: 2 hours
Schedule: Tour runs March-November. Mar 3-Apr 23: 7pm Fri, Sat, Sun. Apr 24-Sep 29: 7pm daily (Special cruise only on July 4th). Sep 30-Oct 29: 6pm daily. Nov 4-26: 6pm Sat & Sun only
Price: Adult: $24; Child (3-11 years): $13; Senior Citizens 65+ $20; Children under 2 are FREE (prices subject to change without notice). Circle Line also charges a $1.00 Fuel Surcharge on all Sightseeing Cruises until further notice.
Departs: Pier 83, West 42nd Street & 12th Avenue.
Included: 2-hour cruise
Not Included: Beverages, wine, beer, cocktails, sandwiches, hotdogs, and snack foods are available for purchase on board.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations more than 24 hours before the tour/activity date are subject to a $25 per ticket, non-negotiable, non-refundable processing fee. This means that you can receive a refund for the price you paid less $25 per ticket if you cancel the tour/activity in writing more than 24 hours before the tour/activity is scheduled to begin. There is no refund for cancellations less than 24 hours before the tour/activity date or for no shows. All cancellations must be received in written form via mail or fax.
Note: The ship is not designed to easily accommodate handicapped passengers however, there are ramps available to enable wheelchair access and the crew will do what they can to help you but please be aware that there are narrow stairs down to the bathrooms.
Travel Tips
- For a good value, souvenir mugs are available on-board for $6 with free refills of soda.
- Backpacks are permitted on board.
- Look in The Entertainment Book for discount coupons on Circle Line cruises.
- You should plan to arrive 45 minutes early as boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure and you'll need to allow at least 15 minutes extra for buying your tickets or voucher exchange & boarding. Getting there early also allows for best available seating on a first come first serve basis.
- Once the cruise departs, they open up the bow for standing room only - it's worth checking out the view from there despite the crowds.
- Wear sunscreen if you plan to sit outside to prevent sun- or wind-burn.
- Parking at Circle Line ranges from approximately $20-$25.
- Circle Line offers various other Manhattan cruises including their daytime semi-circle 2-hour Cruise, the 75 minute Liberty Cruise, or the 3-hour Full Circle Cruise.
- Guided narration is in English unless otherwise stated.
- Circle Line offers discounts on group rates for parties of 20 or more, contact Circle Line for complete information.
Directions to Pier 83
BY SUBWAY: (approximately 15-30 minutes traveling time from Times Square)
Take the 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, A, C, E, N, or R train to Times Square 42nd Street; Train B, D, F, or Q to 5th Avenue and 42nd Street, or 4, 5, 6 train to 42nd Street Grand Central Station. Follow directions below for bus.
BY BUS:
From 42nd Street take the M42 'Crosstown 42nd Street Pier' bus directly to the Circle Line Pier, or take the M42 'Crosstown Javits Center' bus to the 11th Avenue stop and walk one block west. From 49th Street take the M50 'Crosstown 42nd Street Pier' bus directly to the Circle Line pier.
BY CAR OR MOTORCOACH:
From George Washington Bridge, Westchester or Connecticut: Take the Henry Hudson Parkway (Route 9A), go south to West 43rd Street. Make a right at 43rd Street to Pier 83.
From Lincoln Tunnel, New Jersey: Upon exiting the tunnel, follow uptown signs on Dyer Avenue to the 3rd light. Turn left onto 42nd Street. Turn right on 11th Avenue and turn left on 43rd Street. Go straight on 43rd Street to Pier 83.
From Midtown Tunnel, Queens and Long Island: Take 2nd Avenue downtown to 34th Street. Right on 34th Street to 10th Avenue. Go right on 10th Avenue and left on 43rd Street. Go straight on 43rd Street to Pier 83.
Parking is available on Pier 83. Monday through Friday: $12 if you arrive before 3pm, $15 thereafter. $15 all day on Saturday and Sunday.
