Cast off from Manhattan aboard a classic private sailing yacht for a windswept cruise past the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Lower Manhattan skyline. Sipping champagne on the water as the city rises before you is pure New York magic.
What to expect
Manhattan by Sail operates classic sailing vessels — including the 1920s-era schooner Clipper City — departing from North Cove Marina in Battery Park City. On a private charter, your captain navigates to position you perfectly in front of the Statue of Liberty and the Brooklyn Bridge. Cold champagne is served on deck, and the guides share the layered history of New York Harbor. As the sun dips, the glass towers of Lower Manhattan catch the golden light in a way no photograph quite captures.
Good to know
Book private charters directly via manhattanbysail.com or by phone — private departures require advance arrangement and a deposit. North Cove Marina at Brookfield Place is 15–20 minutes from Midtown piers by taxi. Sailing is weather-dependent; the operator will advise on conditions. Allow 2 hours on the water; schedule to return at least 90 minutes before your all-aboard time.