The 15 NYC Brunch Tours and Cruises That Earn Their Price

1.City Cruises Luxury Brunch, Lunch or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 881 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $112Our pick

Board at Pier 61 for a 2 to 3 hour Bateaux dining cruise with a three-course meal, live music, narration, and wide city views through all-glass decks. Choose brunch, lunch, or semi-formal dinner. Sunday brunch includes unlimited mimosas, while drinks cost extra on other sailings.

“It was so great. No regrets. I will do it again in a heartbeat. Celebrated my 4th year anniversary and they were so sweet and generous. Loved the staff, view, the live music, and the food. 10/10.”

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2.City Cruises Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Buffet Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 417 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $84

Board the Spirit of New York at Chelsea Piers for a 2 to 3 hour buffet cruise past Manhattan’s biggest sights. Choose brunch with bottomless mimosas, lunch, or dinner, then step onto the outdoor decks for Statue of Liberty views, skyline photos, DJ music, and seasonal holiday décor.

“It was a great experience. The city look great and the Statue of Liberty was the great highlight. The food and service was excellent”

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3.Mount Morris Gospel Tour with Brunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 111 reviews · 4 hours · from $120

Join Carolyn, Debbie, Jonathan, or another Welcome to Harlem guide for a four-hour Mount Morris walk, gospel service or Saturday concert, and fine brunch. Expect brownstones, churches, local stories, soulful music, and a meal at a nearby Harlem restaurant.

“Exceptional!!! The Gospel Choir were amazing, the brunch was delicious, but what really made the tour was our guide Debi, she was outstanding, witty, humorous and very knowledgeable, as a family we love her”

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4.New York Harbor Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 106 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Sail from Pier 62 on a classic yacht for about 2 hours 45 minutes while enjoying a family-style and buffet brunch. You’ll pass the UN, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, and three major bridges, with indoor seating and one complimentary beverage included.

“The cruise was enjoyable but food standard has definitely deteriorated. The bagels, croissants were dry and crusty. There is no variety for the price you pay. The menu needs revising and more brunch choices should everyone added to the 2nd course. We left feeling cheated”

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5.Manhattan Skyline Brunch Cruise with a Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 103 reviews · 2h 45m · from $139

Spend 165 minutes aboard a climate-controlled, 1920s-style yacht from Chelsea Piers. Enjoy a three-course brunch served family-style and buffet-style, one included drink, and water-level views of the Empire State Building, One World Trade, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, Governor’s Island, and the Statue of Liberty.

“On August 10th, we had sunny pleasant weather and a wonderful brunch cruise on the Manhattan II circumnavigating (most of) Manhattan. The boat is attractively appointed, spacious, and comfortable, with windows affording good views, and outside viewing from the bow was refreshing. The food was good and plentiful, the staff particularly pleasant and helpful. I offer up the following suggestion: providing more extensive narrative of the interesting features of the city, either written or spoken/announced, would be a welcome addition for out-of-towers such as ourselves, and even for NYC natives who aren’t likely familiar with the river perspective of their city.”

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6.Harlem Gospel and Brunch Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $120

Start at the Apollo Theater for a four-hour Harlem walk led by local guides such as Jonathan or Carolyn. See historic churches, public art, Marcus Garvey Memorial Park, and the Theresa Hotel, then attend gospel service at Bethel Gospel Assembly and finish with brunch.

“What a marvelous way to see Harlem. We had a great morning and learned so much about Harlem - the beautiful buildings, the history, the culture. We would highly recommend this tour and encourage everyone to go and see Harlem and experience the neighborhood. We had perfect weather and the church and singing was perfect. It was everything we expected and more...”

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7.City Cruises New York Bateaux Premier Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $116

Cruise New York Harbor from Chelsea Piers aboard a glass-enclosed Bateaux boat. Expect a freshly prepared brunch, bottomless mimosas for adults, DJ entertainment, and views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, and One World Trade Center.

“Breathtaking Views Aboard Unique Glass Boat, Gourmet Brunch, Attentive Crew, Fun Music, Narrated Points Of Interest, Convenient Parking at Chelsea Pier. Definitely Recommend and Will Return Again Soon!”

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8.Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 31 reviews · from $158

Spend Christmas Eve aboard Bateaux New York, a glass-enclosed yacht departing Pier 61. Choose a casual brunch or semi-formal dinner, enjoy a plated three-course meal at your reserved table, and watch the Statue of Liberty, bridges, and Manhattan skyline pass by with live music.

“Very nice family time. However, dessert was served five minutes before we arrived, which was a real shame because we would have liked to have had some champagne with it.”

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9.Christmas Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Harbor Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 29 reviews · from $146

Board the Spirit of New York at Chelsea Piers for a 2-hour brunch or 2.5-hour dinner cruise. You get a reserved table, seasonal buffet, climate-controlled dining, live DJ music, outdoor decks, and views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan skyline.

“Very pleasant atmosphere, excellent food, very good briefing, and friendly service. The music could have been more appropriate (only music from the 90s was played, while Christmas music would have been more fitting on December 25). There was ample space for taking photos, and the ship's crew was very friendly and attentive.”

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10.NYC Bottomless Brunch Cruise with Iconic Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Spend two hours cruising from Pier 40 with a brunch buffet, unlimited mimosas, DJ music, dancing, and an onboard host pointing out Manhattan, Brooklyn, Jersey City, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and One World Trade Center.

“The trip was a 2 hour boat ride of sightseeing, good food and music. I had not dance for a long time, but I did on the boat. We sailed by the Statue of Liberty and many more sites on the Hudson River.”

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11.New York City Fall Foliage Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $139

Board at Chelsea Piers for a 2.5-hour Hudson River cruise toward the Upper West Side and Palisades. You’ll enjoy a prix fixe brunch with buffet-style courses, one alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink, open-air views, and light commentary from the captain and crew.

“We went on the cruise at the very end of October and the foliage was beautiful, different shades of orange but still some green. The captain shared some interesting details about the area and the food was delicious. My only complaint is the service was very slow and they kept forgetting we had dietary restrictions. I would have liked if the courses were served with less gaps so we could eat and then go up to the deck to enjoy the scenery. Or if they would have announced that the next course was being served. We kept going back and forth to check if our next course had come, it…”

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12.Skip the Line: Dueling Pianos Boozy Brunch! Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Spend Sunday afternoon at Burgerology Midtown with Shake Rattle & Roll Dueling Pianos. You get fast-track entry, a guaranteed table, live requests, sing-alongs, prizes, and a lively brunch setting. Food and drinks cost extra, and guests must meet the venue’s age and two-item minimum rules.

“We brought my mom to the Dueling Pianos brunch show, and the guys went out of their way to show her a GREAT time! We sang, ate, drank, sang some more, and laughed like we were at a comedy show. (The mimosas helped too!) These guys can play anything! They even brought her up to the pianos for a special birthday shout-out, and the rest was history. I HIGHLY recommend this for special occasions. From the greeting at the door to the service from the staff to the excellent entertainment, everything was just right. Thanks again guy!”

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13.Bottomless Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 16 reviews · 2 hours · from $79

Set sail from Pier 40 for a two-hour brunch on the Hudson and East Rivers. Choose buffet or plated dining, standard or window seating, and enjoy bottomless mimosas for ages 21 and up. An entertaining host points out the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and One World Trade Center from the Sky Deck.

“it was amazing first time trying this and we had an absolute blast”

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14.New York City Holiday Brunch Cruise on Classic Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $163

Meet at Chelsea Piers for a 2-hour-45-minute holiday cruise aboard Yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II. You’ll enjoy a three-course brunch, one included drink, holiday decorations, and views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, and 18 bridges.

“Worth every cent! Such a fabulous way to celebrate the holidays with family! A memory you’ll never forget! The food, drinks, and service was perfect. Honestly, I was shocked. Don’t sleep on this.”

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15.Weekend Holiday Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 15 reviews · 2h 45m · from $163

Board a classic yacht at Chelsea Piers for a weekend holiday brunch around Manhattan. You’ll dine at an assigned table in a climate-controlled salon, enjoy one included drink, and step outside for views of the Statue of Liberty, bridges, One World Trade, and the George Washington Bridge.

“We had a fantastic time on the cruise on Christmas Eve. The food was fantastic and the views amazing from the river. Great service and easy to book and then find location on the day! Thanks”

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