This boat tour impressed a born and bred New Yorker. We took the sunset cruise on board a 1950's style yacht that ran for 1.5 hours and it was delightful. The entire experience is well worth the very reasonable cost.
The sunset cocktail cruise on the Full Moon was everything we hoped. The yacht is small enough to feel intimate but large enough not to feel cramped. We enjoyed the captain and service was excellent. Will definitely take this cruise again!
Excellent waterfront views. Friendly and knowledgeable crew. Overall a wonderful experience well worth the money.
It was an unparalleled sail. Perfect weathe, good drinks and the best and friendliest crew on the Hudson. Classic Harbor Line never fails to deliver.
Excellent! Unanimously, one of the best things we did on our trip and we were a mix of adult London visitors, ex NYC residents and kids 13 and 17 years old. Very informative and interesting. Great guide and staff. Loved the intimate size of the boat, its historical design and the combination of comfortable, great viewing interior combined with ability to go out to the deck.
I took this cruise on Monday, 10/23/17. Although the air temp was mild, it was breezy. The crew of 3 women handled themselves expertly, professionally and were excellent host. They worked extremely well together. I found the experience wildly exhilarating and exciting. Koodo's to the crew.
Great owl, for this family trip around Manhattan. The boat is beautiful and the staff is very nice. No pressure to consume. Very nice experience.
The metro station is a bit far from the pier.
Really enjoyed the experience. Weather was perfect for the sunset sail. Staff very friendly , highly recommend . Perfect for any occasion
Best experience we could imagine. Loved every minute. Great guide and staff.
We took a 2 hour sailing tour on the Adirondack and it was an absolute lovely time. Wonderful friendly and helpful staff, beautiful boat and we got a lovely relaxing tour of the Hudson river and Statue of Liberty with cocktail service on the boat. They were very accommodating and helpful as we had on guest in our party that was walking with a cane and they assisted us in getting him on board with no fuss. Can't say enough about how unique and fun this tour was. We will be taking all of our out of town guests on this tour as it's a really new perspective on site seeing in NYC. If you are looking for something cool to do with out of town guests this is it! Thank you crew of the Adirondack!
I highly recommend the Holiday Brunch Cruise for anyone looking for an escape from the big city hustle and bustle during the holiday season. The yacht is so beautiful and elegant and the food was absolutely delicious!! The views of the city were great as well. We go some close up pics of the statue of liberty. This was definitely the highlight of our NYC vacation!!!
I reserved a trip for two on the Adirondack about a week out with no problem. It's also October so that may have helped. The location was a little confusing and I had to Google the company to find the address but it was only a slight inconvenience. The experience on the boat was pretty awesome. It was a mix of tourists and locals. The crew was knowledgeable and super friendly. The sights were breathtaking and romantic.
They served three rounds of beer/wine which I wasn't expecting and they also offer to take pictures of your party. **Take cash for a tip**
We booked the cruise for a Friday Sunset cruise on Yacht Manhattan
Although pricier as compared to other options, but it is worth the extra bucks. The cruise was perfect in every sense. Started on time and the number of people on board were limited. So you can get your best shots without it getting crowded at any time. The service was fantastic and everyone was polite and helpful. 100% percent recommend this to everyone who wants to have a cruise to Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn bridge in New York.
Fantastic boat, great staff, and informative tour. Looking to experience, and circle the whole island of Manhattan, see all the bridges, Statue of Liberty, One Word , scenic instagram spots? This is the best fit! Regardless of weather, it is covered in glass and visible all around!
I was on the Military History Tour of New York Harbor. Highly recommended! Beautiful boat, the Manhattan II, and a detailed highly thoughtful narrative of WWI and WWII history in NYC. I grew up in New Jersey, and still found all the information to be new.
Me and my fiance for our anniversary july 1st 2018 went on the mimosa sail it it was fantastic the crew was amazing the sail boat experience was a definitely a day to remember gonna go on the sunset next time highly recommended for a great date or ina group hang out worth every penny and more really cant wait for the next time im on
excellent tour on all points: informational, fun, relaxing, beautiful!
A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. The combination of a) a boat ride to see a different perspective of NYC than I ve ever seen before and b) a narrative by a knowledgeable and pleasant guide kept our group of seven thoroughly entertained. Well done!
Wonderful experience. Came here on my birthday with my girls and had the best time! The host was hilarious, the view was gorgeous and the pairings were delicious. Definitely want to experience this in the summer.
Noisy children running around on a champagne sunset cruise. Really? Write a policy.
Such a fun tour! Views were amazing, the guide fills you in on some great facts about Statue of Liberty and other nyc sites. The staff was super friendly and accommodating.
Breathtaking experience. I am planning another trip with friends for next summer.
Such a fun experience! Great crew and a great tour....would highly recommend this company on your next visit!
The tour in general is very good.
Excellent attention, Comfortable, Good visibility, Entertaining and very interesting.
I did not rate it 5 stars because I understood only 25% of what the tour guide was saying, I think due to the audio system.
He spoke perfect English and I understand English very well but I still didn't understand what he was saying.
An incredible tour in every way. The view of NYC is fantastic, as is the boat. Our guide, Kyle Johnson, was impressive in his knowledge, and he was exceptionally well-spoken. And the food was great too!
fabulous experience...saw parts of new York city and five boroughs I never new existed..the architectural guide was excellent explaining history and development both with buildings and the movement of
people. the boat was very lovely, light , good food if you wanted it..the staff was more than courteous..i would do it tagain
The Crew was absolutely amazing! We celebrated our engagement with our families and we couldn't have asked for a more perfect moment! Thank you!
As a native New Yorker, I felt I knew this city pretty well. This trip added quite a bit to my knowledge of NY.
I highly recommend this trip to New Yorkers as well as out of towners and people from other nations.
In addition, the snacks were wonderful and plentiful.
Fourth of July Macy's Fireworks 2019 on Schooner Adirondack was amazing! You have a classy, front row seat to the fireworks. The trip is enhanced by attentive service from an expert captain and engaging, friendly crew, whose hospitality is impressive since they are also nimble and swift at making sure the sails are in ideal alignment. We enjoyed the generous flow of savory food including a selection of cheeses, Greek meze, Italian cured meat sandwiches, a variety of breads, fancy cookies. I also appreciated the flow of curated beverages--we enjoyed Provence rose and Gruner Vetliner (white) wines. Captain Kat was awesome--from her initial orientation through her navigating us to a spacious place with a great view of the fireworks that was away from the vessels with loud music.
The crew was so nice and on top of it and the views are stunning. Such a pleasant thing to do in the city!
The entire experience was awesome. The crew was engaging, professional and knowledgeable. We had an even better time than expected.
Our family of 5 had an awesome trip on the cruise to see the Statue of Liberty. The boat was beautiful and clean and the wait staff was kind and attentive. Highly recommend!
Excellent experience. The crew was very friendly, the guide very knowledgeable and the captain very punctual. An informative and relaxing way to spend several hours.
Totally super. From start to finish we loved it.
Brilliant staff, brilliant sites to see. The band was lovely we actually felt guilty going out to take pictures and not listen.
Well priced drinks and lovely cookies which weren t expected. We could of stayed on for hours. Thank you for a brilliant night
I came here on a champagne sunset cruise through Groupon and had an all around amazing experience. Customer service was excellent, the yacht was clean and beautiful with seating and space both outdoors on the deck and inside. There were complimentary drinks included which was a nice touch. There was plenty of room for everyone on board to enjoy the air and views and take pictures. At one point they announced it was about to rain so they told us we can all go indoors and we got to watch the rain from inside and stay dry (plus have ten more minutes on the yacht). Superb experience, would recommend!
Beautiful Yacht interior! It was very clean and we felt safe. Staff were fun and friendly. Loved that they kept Yacht warm for the convenience. Overall experience was great!
Had a great time floating up the Hudson on a beautiful boat. Food was good but limited. But you go for the experience.
I bought tickets for my boyfriend s birthday for the sunset sail on the Schrooner America 2.0 and it was absolutely lovely! The boat was beautiful, the staff was friendly, the captain was great (you could tell she s had lots of experience) and the views were incredible. I definitely would recommend this to anyone (tourists and nyc residents too). I loved it so much that I think I m going to go again.
really pleasant group of people to tour with. The help during the cruise was very attentive and right on. Captain did a great job of giving of all a chance to take pictures all along the route.
Wonderful experience thank you for being there for us.
Got greats pictures from this cruise. One of my favorite things we did while in NYC.
Boat is nice, staffs are very friendly. But the whole trip is very bumpy due to small waves. Just take medication if you are prone to sea sick. Otherwise, everything is perfect
The crew was great, the views were lovely, and I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone!
Amazing experience! There's nothing better than being on a sailboat getting the best view of all the cities, especially NYC. It was really great going by Lady Liberty and Ellis Island as well. The crew was awesome, very professional, and it was fun to watch how a sailboat operates. Great team! My wife and I plan to do this again. Thank you for everything!
I smile from ear to ear when on this boat sailing in the Hudson with the Manhattan sky line and Statue of Liberty as the backdrop! Water, cool air, beautiful sky and a view/vantage point only experienced by those who venture out on Classic Harbor Lines ! A must do whether you live or are visiting NY!
I took the evening cruise with a jazz concert and was thrilled.
Beautiful music, incredible view and the first drink included.
Absolutely to try.
Took the 90 minute statue and skyline cruise with my wife and son. What can I say other than we all had a fabulous time. Plenty room to move around and lovely glassed in seating area with air conditioning and plenty of room on the deck outside.
Drink included in the price, the beer is served really cold which was brilliant.
Crewed by lovely friendly staff.
Highly recommend
Absolutely wonderful. The musicians were top notch and the boat was beautiful. There were eleven of us in our party and we would each do this cruise again. Well done !
Nicely organized, clear and informative guide, well maintained boat and most importantly the unforgettable Hudson River experience!
We do this cruise every year because it's so fantastic! The food is great, the service is top notch, and everyone is so nice. I've nothing but compliments for this gang. Thank you!!
Very good service and experience. Friendly staff. Shame about the weather but the drinks on board and quite intimate setting made it more enjoyable. 2h is enough to see the skyline and take time away from craziness of NYC. Would recommend.
A truly amazing experience. Worth every penny. Thank you so much.
We went on the Champagne Cruise from 5:45 - 7:15 pm out of Chelsea Piers and it was a beautiful evening -- we had perfect weather. The service was wonderful. Seating is comfortable both on deck and down below. We had preordered a cheese plate and got a complimentary glass of wine/beer. Everyone seemed to be enjoying the trip around lower Manhattan as much as we were.
We recently took our two teenage nieces on this tour, and all four had a lovely time. You are guaranteed a seat, which is great in my view. We were given the high points of information, but were not "talked at" the entire time, unlike officially narrated tours. When the sun got unbearable at a point, we were able to move into comfortable shelter. Otherwise, there was enough room outside for all. They provide you with a sode or beer/wine as part of the ticket price, and you can also order food. The girls ordered something, and thought it was great. Reasonably priced for this type of thing. ONLY ONE PROBLEM - if you buy your tickets in advance, you have to go to the on-site ticket booth and exchange them. Nobody tells you that, so we waited for 15 minutes, and then had to wait 10 more to "exchange" them. Now that you know you have to do this, you should be set to go. A lovely alternative to some of the competition, which I've also taken.
My daughter and I unfortunately picked a day when it was raining, but the experience was still wonderful. The staff was very accommodating in assisting with my daughters wheelchair, to get on the boat. All in all, we would love to come back again!!
First time on this wonderful evening sail. Everything went completely smoothly. The crew was warm and welcoming, the timing was spot on, the boat was lovely, and the weather and sail itself was perfect. I look forward to going again.
What a great time. Singing Christmas songs, drinks, appetizers, it was all good. The views were amazing. Definitely recommend it during the Christmas season.
My wife and I had a great time, would definitely do it again. The staff was top notch!!!
This was an awesome experience...we learned so much about the history of the New York waterfront and the spectacular new buildings that are going up.
We enjoyed the cruise! So glad that we had comfortable indoor seating as opposed to being outside on the deck all the time. The boat was beautiful and the ride was smooth.
Very competent and thoughtful staff. Gorgeous boat and the jaunt is the perfect length of time. Loved every minute.... Lady Liberty was awe inspiring!
We took the champagne city light cruise on July 8th 2017, and it was outstanding! The ship, was in terrific condition. Everything was reasonably priced (tickets and drinks at their bar) and the route/view was everything we hoped for! Would recommend to anyone.
I would personally never go back on this boat again the coffee was horrible the bagels were hard as a rock the pastries look like they came from BJ's one day old .me and my guests were totally dissatisfied and will never go on this again
What a wonderful and romantic foliage tour on the Kingston Yacht. Special praise to James at the Gate, lovely Kendra and our expert Captain Caleb for their professionalism and graciousness. Looking forward to booking again for the architectural tour next. Thanks!
We went on a Manhattan Brunch cruise with Classic Harbor and we absolutely loved the experience. The boat was beautiful and the huge all around glass windows made for a lovely atmosphere inside. The service was excellent as the captain and his staff were very friendly and attentive. The food, while it wasn't the most amazing we had in New York, was solid and enjoyable. But the real winner was the escape from the hustle and bustle and the skyline views.
Very nice crew. Boat was very clean and comfortable. Great views of lower Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty.
We had such a fantastic time!! The weather was perfect, the boat was so comfortable and clean, the staff was friendly and accommodating! We will definitely be taking this little excursion again, and have recommended it to our friends.
Definitely one of the highlights during our stay in New York. We spend 2 hours listening to fine jazz music and enjoying the best view of Manhattan skylines. The stuff was very friendly and they provide you with a complimentary drink that we sip fashioned by the fire of the iconic lady Liberty. In conclusion, I strongly recommend this trip, it will not let you down and I advice to take the sunset one with live jazz music on board.
I hosted a 30th birthday party on the Kingston yacht. It was absolutely perfect! We had the best time- the boat was beautiful and the staff was amazing and accommodating. We had the best time and I would book again for another event!
What a beautiful and fun-filled evening. A real privilege to sail past the Staute of Liberty at night.
Fourth trip on the AIA guided Manhattan cruise, circumnavigating the Island. Our architect/guide was excellent capturing many details which were new to me.
The boat was beautiful and immaculate. The crew, however, made the day perfect. They were fun and warm and great company. We will definitely do this again - a bargain and a great afternoon.
Well done and very friendly crew! Well worth the price.
This was the highlight of our trip! Thank you for such an AMAZING experience!! The staff was extra friendly, and made us feel so comfortable. We will definitely recommend to others!
I found the directions to the AIA-NY Around Manhattan cruise clear and helpful; all the staff friendly and competent; and the itinerary just what I had hoped for; thank you. (It helped that we went out on a glorious September afternoon.)
I was on the front deck most of the cruise, and we were not always able to hear the informative comments by architects (over a hand-held microphone). (This could happen when helicopters passed overhead, other craft passed us, the wind covered speech, and perhaps from certain places on the boat.)
On a tour in the Opera Garnier in Paris I experienced a different technology: each participant was given an earpiece, through which each of us could hear the guide's commentary, even at considerable distance (using some kind of wireless technology?). You can judge whether this would work in cruise conditions and whether it would be too expensive or complicated to introduce.)
But again, it was a wonderful experience in every way! (Especial thanks for going out by Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty -- that was wonderful.)
This review is regrading the AIANY Architecture and the Lights of Gotham tour.
I was told about the tours run by AIANY by a friend who participated in one while he was in NYC recently and recommended it highly (he in fact described it as the best thing he did on his holiday).
The short version of my reason for writing is while I agree it can clearly be a fantastic experience, my trip was unfortunately completely ruined by the management of people onboard during the journey.
I signed up to the tour for 2 main reasons - the unique experience of seeing NY from a totally different perspective, and to learn about its extensive history and landscape from a professional.
I could certainly see the potential for the experience to be wonderful and highly informative, but my night was totally ruined by a group (or groups, it s unclear if they were all together) of very loud individuals who made listening to the guide totally impossible.
The website and email following the ticket purchase described describes the experience as an informative tour where guests listen to the information being provided - but from the beginning of this evenings tour this particular group of people treated the experience as if it were some sort of a party boat. They were loud, disruptive and only continued to increase in noise as the tour was underway.
My main concern was the lack of management from staff to attend to this issue, despite the clear frustration from others on the trip. It was left to the guide, who was frankly just trying his best, to remind them between sentences to be quiet, and I essentially missed the first half of the tour information because it became impossible to hear the stories being communicated.
With staff waiting on tables across the night, there should have been more of an effort, or some sort of strategy in place, to manage this better, as it completely impacts the value of the experience. Considering the significant cost of the experience this issue made it a real letdown, and hampered how much I got out of what could have been a really fantastic trip.
I feel like I paid for a full experience and received the value of half of it, which is pretty disappointing.
I cannot stress enough that it would clearly have all been a wonderful time - the boat, the guide, the journey, the information - had it not been for this issue, but it was a major issue nonetheless.
Took the 7PM cocoa and carols cruise on Dec. 26. Julia was our host and singer. She is a lot of fun and a great singer. She is backed by three talented musicians, the Boat Band. Every one was nice and friendly and we all had a great time. A highlight was a close up view of the Statue of Liberty, lit up. Thanks Julia! And the entire staff.
FANTASTIC, WONDERFUL< ENVIGORATING SENSATIONAL THE BEST LOVED EVERY SECOND
We celebrated our anniversary on Saturday with the Fall Foliage Tour. It was absolutely wonderful! Such a gorgeous day. The perfect length of time on the water to get out and enjoy the breathtaking views of the city. The crew is professional and point out historical landmarks along the way.
very pleasant afternoon cruise; low-key, courteous crew, good itinerary.
My husband and I went on the Adirondack Schooner. It was a great trip to celebrate our anniversary! The crew Captain Catherine, Danny and Caleb were attentive, funny and all around awesome. They definitely added to the great experience of sailing the Hudson. We had amazing views of the city. We loved the fact that there was a limited amount of people on the sailboat, that made it so much better than being on a large boat with lots of tourists. It was a slightly windy day at the end of October and they offered us blankets and hot drinks. We are ex New Yorkers born and raised and it was a wonderful way to see our city again in this unique way. We highly recommend this trip!!!
We used the private Kingston boat for our wedding. Everything about it was amazing. Boat was on time, clean and hospitality was all I could ask for. Give shout out to Classic Harbor! Everything was perfect.
Went on the sunset cruise and loved it! Everything about it was perfect.
Had an absolutely spectacular time with my girlfriend for our anniversary. Talented musicians, very nice workers, beautiful scenery, and a great experience all around. Highly recommend!
We had an amazing sail to the statue of liberty on the adirondack sailboat. Captain Kat was the best, she was so kind and full of information, the views were amazing of the city and the statue of liberty. Our weather was perfect and this was really the highlight of the trip. Very personal, no huge crowds, amazing views, could not recommend more. Do this!!
Loved it! The staff was so friendly! The best tour to do if you want to see the bridges the Statue of Liberty and the other islands!
We are having a great time in NYC! The Classic Harbor Line Architectural Tour was a highlight as it gave us a fantastic perspective of the development of Manhattan over time and the challenges it faces in the future. John was a knowledgeable host and knew all the current developments and the boat is a real treat as it is a replica of the original NY river boats and is very comfortable. I would recommend this to tourists and New Yorkers as a great afternoon on the water enjoying one of the most fascinating cities...Thanks guys
Molly, Stephanie and our Captain Heather - what a crew! We had a great time on the Sunset cruise - made even MORE delightful by the dulcet jazz sounds of The Boat Band, a 3 piece ensemble that made for a fantastic evening. For a truly unique New York experience, catch a cruise on the America 2.0 - before she heads south for Key West!
One of my favorite touristy activities is a boat ride around Manhattan. This is one of the very best companies. Gorgeous boats, new and set up for maximum viewing for every passenger. Highly recommended.
Amazing trip. Staff is on point, friendly and inviting. Worth the money and definitely an awesome time. The ship is also beautiful.
Can't say enough about how great Cat and her crew were! We absolutely loved our harbor lights tour.
Read their site & heed their advice, and depending on the time of year plan to be chilly on the water. It drizzled and was pretty cold on the way back; they did provide ponchos and blankets but bring an extra jacket and you'll be glad you did.
Their website doesn't mention anything about gratuity, which I wish it did - they will accept tips at the end, and they deserve them. Cat was a great tour guide pointing out sites, and factoids for us along the way. Her crew was funny, kept our drinks full, and even snapped multiple pictures for us.
Highly, highly recommend!
We had a wonderful cruise, the guide was very professional and interesting. Staff, food and drinks were very good as well. Above all expectations. Highly recommended.
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