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Sunset Jazz Sail - Clipper City
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From $117.60 per person
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The Experience
What your day looks like
New Yorkers know there’s no better way to see the city than from the water. Sail toward the sun, dipping behind the Statue of Liberty and return with the skyline glittering before you—a view that never gets old, no matter how many times you’ve seen it. Glide past Ellis Island, Governors Island, and the city’s iconic bridges as the harbor shifts from golden hour to night lights. On board the 158-foot Clipper City, the vibe is part hidden gem, part neighborhood haunt—hailed by Downtown Magazine as “possibly the nicest cocktail bar in NYC”, only with sails overhead and the skyline as your backdrop. A rotating lineup of live jazz adds just the right ambiance—never overpowering, always in step with the rhythm of the harbor. Sip on handcrafted cocktails or your favorite drink from the full bar, pair it with light snacks, and let the evening unfold. This isn’t your typical tourist cruise—it’s a chance to reclaim the harbor, to see your city in its best light, and to enjoy a night that feels authentically New York: sophisticated, relaxed, and unforgettable.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Sail past Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, and NYC bridges at sunset
- Sip cocktails and enjoy bites on NYC’s toprated cocktail bar
- Top NYC musicians play smooth jazz that flows with the harbor
- A hiddengem cruise—sophisticated, relaxed, and unforgettable
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Clipper City Sails through the NYC Harbor closely passing The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Governors Island, the NJ, and NY skyline, and bridges.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
New York City
Boating at Brooklyn Bridge.
Continued
New York City
Sightseeing at Statue Of Liberty.
Continued
New York City
Sightseeing at Ellis Island.
Continued
New York City
Sightseeing at Governors Island.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
5% gratuity is included in the pricing
Not Included
Drinks and lite snacks available for purchase
What to Bring
Seaport is a 15-20 minute walk from Fulton Street train station, plan accordingly to check in 30 minutes before sail starts. Dress for the weather, temperatures are usually 10 degrees cooler on the water. Sunglasses, hats, sunscreen and light layers are recommended. A photo ID
Meeting & Pickup
THE CLIPPER CITY TALL SHIP now departs from Pier 17 at 89 South Street, NY, just south of the Brooklyn Bridge. SUBWAY: The A, C, J, Z, 2, 3, 4 and 5 trains all stop at Fulton Street. The Seaport is just a few blocks east, towards the East River. The E train stops at Chambers Street-World Trade Center. The Seaport is a 10-minute walk from the station. PATH: Take the PATH train to the World Trade Center stop. Walk SE down Fulton Street towards the water until you reach The Seaport. TAXI/CAR: Point your GPS towards Fulton & South Streets, New York or to 89 South Street, New York A block or so away, you can arrive at the Seaport District NYC 19 Fulton St, New York, NY 10038 The Gangway to board the Clipper City is at the end of the Pier. You can find it on a mapping tool at GPS: 40.705130, -74.001120 PARKING: Nearby Parking at 294 Pearl Street – entrance to the lot is located on Peck Slip and Pearl Street. BUS: Take the M15, QM11, QM25 or X15 and get off at Water Street and John Street. Take the X8, X14, QM7, QM8, BM1, BM2, BM3 or BM4 — get off at Water Street and Maiden Lane. From both stops, walk towards the water until you get to The Seaport. FERRY: The NYC Ferry stops at Pier 11/Wall Street. Walk north along the waterfront until you get to The Seaport.
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
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