There is nothing quite like Christmas in New York. The Big Apple is one of the hottest destinations throughout the year for people from all over the world. This great city is comprised of five boroughs each filled with its own history, attractions, various sights to see, restaurants, nightclubs, bars, parks, dog parks, skyscrapers, iconic tourist attractions, street vendors, Broadway plays, museums galore, and there’s not even enough room to write about it all in one place.

New York “is home to 8.4 million people who speak more than 200 languages, hail from every corner of the globe, and, together, are the heart and soul of the most dynamic city in the world,” according to City of New York. During the Christmas season, New York’s energy is even more magical. Add in some snow and it’s like Mother Nature sprinkling fairy dust that envelopes the city.

 

 

Imagine Christmas Eve on the Water in New York with City Cruises

Start your holiday just right with the New York Christmas Eve Signature Dinner Cruise where you and your party will spend an evening on the water with New York City as your backdrop. There is nothing quite like the New York skyline to take your breath away. Onboard you will enjoy a perfect chef-prepared delectable buffet dinner while taking in the famous city landmark views as you cruise along the Hudson and East Rivers. From the Empire State Building to the Statue of Liberty, New York doesn’t run out of sights to see, making for a grand Christmas Eve.

This exciting 2.5-hour Christmas Eve cruise buffet includes some of your holiday favorites from Hand Carved Oven Roasted Turkey and Oven Roasted Atlantic Salmon to Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Sweet Potato, and Traditional Stuffing as complements to your main course. There’s always time for dessert, which is always a treat and includes Apple Crisp or a Seasonal Dessert Display of cakes, brownies, pastries, and fruit.

Dress in casual attire and enjoy Christmas Eve from the yacht’s climate-controlled interior and open-air roof decks. A fully stocked bar has alcoholic beverages for purchase, including creative cocktails, wine, and beer. There are also games and live DJ entertainment.

 

Have Yourself a Merry Christmas Day Brunch in New York City on the Water

What are you doing on Christmas Day? If you and your family and friends are looking to celebrate in style with something different from the ordinary Christmas, make sure to book your New York Bateaux Christmas Day Premier Brunch Cruise. Your day will be filled with merriment and moments to treasure when you board City Cruises’ European-style glass-enclosed Bateaux.

This brunch on the water will be an exciting new way to celebrate the holidays. You will enjoy unparalleled service with hospitable and welcoming staff members who want to ensure you have an amazing time onboard. This one-of-a-kind adventurous Christmas Day experience will be filled with good cheer, delicious food, and entertainment.

Come casually dressed for this 2.5-hour brunch cruise that includes a three-course, chef-prepared plated holiday menu with fresh entrees, salads, and desserts along with free-flowing champagne, mimosas, and sparkling cider as well as unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water. You will enjoy it all as you sail by the spectacular panoramic views of New York City’s iconic skyline from climate-controlled interior decks. See iconic landmarks from the Brooklyn Bridge to One World Trade Center as you cruise along the Hudson and East Rivers.

 

Christmas Day Dinner in New York is Better on the Water with City Cruises

If it’s a Christmas Dinner you desire this year, then make reservations for City Cruises’ New York Bateaux Christmas Day Premier Dinner Cruise. This is the magical Christmas dinner you’ve been waiting for all year. And it has everything that makes Christmas merry when you and your family and friends come on board our European-style glass-enclosed Bateaux.

Be sure to dress up in your semi-formal attire for this very special three-hour Christmas Day dinner. It features a three-course, chef-prepared plated holiday menu, guaranteed table for your party size, and climate-controlled interior decks on this exhilarating cruise along the Hudson and East Rivers. The views of the New York City skyline are at your fingertips as you enjoy delicious cocktails, available for purchase.

Everything on board is taken care of by the caring and helpful staff. You can kick back and relax and enjoy Christmas dinner like never before. And there’s music, too! Enjoy a dance with your partner as you listen to the sounds of an acoustic band and vocalist. This Christmas dinner cruise will surely make memories you will never forget.

 

More of New York City During the 2023 Christmas Holiday

While you celebrate Christmas in New York, there are fabulous things you don’t want to miss. First, make sure to head over to Rockefeller Center to see arguably the most famous Christmas Tree in the world. It’s an experience every visitor and New Yorker should not miss. It has been a staple in New York for more than 80 years, and you will want to see how it lights up Rockefeller Center for everyone in its vicinity.

Head over to Winter Village at Bryant Park for a “European inspired open-air market” featuring wares from New York City artisans as well as others from around the world. You will find crafts and beautiful gifts in individual “jewel box” kiosks. The Village also has a 17,000-square-foot ice skating rink, cozy igloos for rent, and a curling cafe. There’s also a skate school for anyone who wants to learn how to ice skate.

Don’t miss Lightscape at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. “The after-dark, illuminated trail returns to Brooklyn with brand new works of art and promises an even more immersive and magical experience for visitors of all ages,” according to the website. You will enjoy it all while indulging in treats of the season and listening to festive music.

 

Book Your 2023 Christmas Holiday with City Cruises New York

While New York is a spectacular city, it comes even more alive with magic during the Christmas season. There are so many things to do and see during the holidays, and you don’t want to miss anything. Make sure you bring your family and your friends to celebrate the holidays aboard one of City Cruises’ Christmas celebration cruises in New York. We will take care of all the details while you sit back and enjoy the holidays.