Spirit Cruises - New York and New Jersey

When you're in the mood to cruise on New York Harbor, there's a great chance we have one sailing. Make the most of your time in New York with a lunch or dinner cruise excursion and do some sightseeing while you dine. By starlight, twilight or glorious sunshine, New York Harbor looks its grandest from our decks. Whether you're a resident or frequent visitor we offer the best New York cruising experiences throughout the year.

| New York Lunch and Dinner Cruises | New Jersey Lunch and Dinner Cruises |

| Frequently Asked Questions | We also offer the Bateaux New York Cruise |

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New York City Spirit Cruises

Chic Manhattan Bistro. Enjoy a trendy disco, live show and festive dining, all with a hip New York attitude.

A fusion of sights, sounds, sensations. Everything about this New York Spirit City Cruise is new - from the sleek décor to the endless variety of places to explore. The outdoor deck offers a perfect spot to gaze up at the stars on New York Harbor. This New York cruise ship has a lot to offer. You can grab a cocktail in the lounge or head for the dance club and move to the latest sounds. You'll also discover a hip new dining room, complete with a new menu, attentive meal service, and all-new Broadway style entertainment. And no matter where you choose to spend your time, you'll be dazzled by views of the world's most dramatic skyline on this New York harbor cruise. It's the quintessential Manhattan experience.

Lunch Cruise - New York City Spirit Cruises

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Dinner Cruise- New York City Spirit Cruise

Chic Manhattan Bistro. Enjoy a trendy disco, live show and festive dining, all with a hip New York attitude.

 

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Spirit of New Jersey Cruises

All-Out Non-Stop Fun. Cruise, dine and dance any day or night on New York Harbor’s liveliest party ship.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the fun. Step aboard our sleek New Jersey cruise ship and suspend reality for a few hours. You'll be pampered and entertained. Served bountiful food and drink. And be treated to one breathtaking view after another on New York harbor. It's a dazzling good time and the most exciting way to see the city. Ready to have a ball? Let us show you around on this luxurious New Jersey cruise ship.

Lunch Cruise - Spirit of New Jersey Cruises

Dinner Cruise - Spirit of New Jersey Cruises

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Frequently Asked Questions Spirit of New York and New Jersey

Before you cruise, let us answer some important questions for you.

About the Spirit of New Jersey Cruise and the New York Spirit City Cruises

• Where does the ship go?
• Are there any age requirements?
• Can we bring children on the cruise?
• What type of entertainment is offered?
• What is the difference between The Spirit of New Jersey Cruise and the New York Spirit City Cruise?
• What is your smoking policy?
• Is the ship handicap accessible?
• Will my cell phone work on the cruise?

Making Reservations

• Do I need a reservation?
• How far in advance should I make reservations?
• Which credit cards are accepted?
• Can I make reservations by phone and pay at the ship?

Last Minute Questions

• What should I wear?
• Is parking available at the ship?
• Do you sail in foul weather?

What to Expect

• How early should I arrive for my cruise?
• Will I get seasick?

Food & Drink

• What kind of food is served?
• Do you offer special meals?
• What do drinks cost?
• How is seating arranged on board?

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About the Cruise

Where does the ship go?
Our ships cruise the Hudson and East Rivers, past the skyscrapers of Manhattan including the Empire State Building. You will see the Intrepid Sea-Air Space museum, the Brooklyn Bridge, the site of the World Trade Center, Battery Park City, South Street Seaport and the Verrazano Narrows Bridge – the second-longest single-span suspension bridge in the world – Governor’s Island, Ellis Island and Colgate Clock. Of course, the highlight of our cruise is the Statue of Liberty, one of the most celebrated landmarks in the world.

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Are there any age requirements?
Everyone is welcome to ride our afternoon and evening cruises. You must be at least 21 years old with a valid ID to ride our moonlight cruises, and to purchase or consume alcohol on any of our other cruises.

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Can we bring children on the cruise?
A limited number of booster seats and high chairs are available for lunch cruises. Please call in advance so we are prepared for your child. The 3-hour dinner is very elegant, so we do not recommend bringing children. We do not offer children’s pricing on dinner cruises.

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What type of entertainment is offered?
On each dining deck, you can enjoy a New York style cabaret revue featuring Broadway favorites performed by star-quality singers. In the first-deck disco/lounge, you can enjoy popular dance music played by a disc jockey throughout the cruise.

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What is the difference between The Spirit of New Jersey Cruise and the Spirit City New York Cruise?
The Spirit of New Jersey Cruise is our Classic Spirit Cruise. It’s a fun and high-energy three-hour cruise that includes an all you can eat buffet. It's been a very popular choice since it's debut, and truly has something for everyone. The Spirit City New York Cruise is brand new in 2002, and offers guests a more contemporary New York experience. This cruise was designed to carry the best of Manhattan culture, including fine dining, Broadway-style entertainment, and a trendy dance club. Set aboard a completely renovated ship, the cruise has a trendy Bistro-type atmosphere.

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What is your smoking policy?
Smoking is not allowed in the dining room areas of our ships. However, smoking is permitted on the outer decks.

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Is the ship handicap accessible?
The Spirit of New York can accommodate wheelchairs for boarding and provides handicapped restrooms on the second deck. Please notify your group sales associate of any special assistance members of your group prior to the cruise. We want to ensure your group receives the necessary attention and appropriate assistance upon arrival.

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Will my cell phone work on the cruise?
Yes, your cell phone will work on the cruise. For the comfort of other guests, we ask that cell phone conversations be held on the outside decks.

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Making Reservations

Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are highly recommended. Guests are sometimes able to walk up and purchase tickets on the day of a cruise, but only if space is available. Groups should always make reservations in advance in order to guarantee seating in the same area.

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How far in advance should I make reservations?
If you're planning for a large group, call us as soon as possible. A few months will make it easier to accommodate all of your preferences. Individuals should try to book within 30 days of their planned cruise. Of course, reservations can be made right up to the day of the cruise, provided there is space available. We recommend calling as early as you can, especially for special cruises such as July 4th and New Years Eve.

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Which credit cards are accepted?
We accept VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover and Diner's Club.

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Can I make reservations by phone and pay at the ship?
No. For individual parties, payment is required in full at the time of the reservation.

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Last Minute Questions

What should I wear?

For evening cruises, it is strongly suggested that men wear a jacket. For women, we recommend evening or business attire. We do not permit T-shirts, jeans, shorts or sneakers. For afternoon cruises, the dress is typically high-end casual wear.

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Is parking available at the ship?
Yes. In New York, paid parking is available at Chelsea Piers a few feet away from our ships. Please call Chelsea Piers for rate information: (212) 336-6840.

In New Jersey, Ship is located at Lincoln Harbor Marina, Weehawken, New Jersey. Pleant of parking is available near the ship. Parking is FREE in the evenings and on weekend days. 1500 Harbor Blvd, Weehawken, New Jersey 07086 Map

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Do you sail in foul weather?
Absolutely. Our ships are fully enclosed and climate-controlled for your comfort. We sail — rain or shine — year round.

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What to Expect

How early should I arrive for my cruise?
Boarding generally begins 30 minutes prior to the cruise.

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Will I get seasick?
It's unlikely. The ships operate in New York Harbor, on the Hudson River and the East River, which are all very calm bodies of water. What's more, our ships are large and very stable, so in most cases, you can hardly tell that they're moving.

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Food & Drink

What kind of food is served?

Buffet meals are served. Lunch and dinner cruises feature a variety of New American cuisine options, prepared by our executive chef, and served to your table. Selections include beef, poultry and seafood with fresh vegetables, salads, rolls with butter, and dessert. Accompanying cabaret-style entertainment is always on the menu.

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Do you offer special meals?
Our menus offer a wide variety of choices, including many items without meat. Non-vegan vegetarian meals are available upon request. We also have kosher meals available upon request and with 48 hours notice.

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What do drinks cost?
Our mixed drinks start at $6.75, beer starts at $5.00 and wine begins at $5.50 per glass. Soft drinks are $2.00 each. Coffee, tea and iced tea are included in the ticket price. All other beverages can be purchased on board. Prices do not include tax or gratuity.

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How is seating arranged on board?
Seating is arranged on the day of the cruise. We try to arrange seating to complement your experience, however we do not accept seating requests.

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