Duration
3 hours
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Mobile Voucher Accepted
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Cancellation
100% Not Refundable

Circle Line – New Year’s Eve Party Cruise 2025

Admission strictly 21+ only – Valid photo ID required

New York City is the ultimate place to celebrate New Year’s Eve – but forget the crowds in Times Square: the best party happens on the water! Join the Circle Line Party Cruise along the Hudson River with the dazzling Manhattan skyline as your backdrop, a live DJ spinning all night, open bar and a midnight champagne toast under the fireworks by the Statue of Liberty.

Expect an informal, social and lively atmosphere, designed for young party-goers and groups of friends who want to dance, drink and celebrate until the early hours. Seats are limited – if you’re looking for the ultimate New Year’s Eve in NYC, this is the Party Cruise to book.

New Year’s Nibbles – Menu

Stationary Displays

  • Fresh Vegetable Crudité
    A colorful selection of fresh, crisp vegetables — V, VG, GF
  • Artisanal Cheese Platter
  • Assorted Mini Pastries

Passed Hors d’Oeuvres

  • Franks in a Blanket — GF
  • Boneless Chicken BitesGarlic Parm & BBQ sauce
  • Bite Size Cheeseburger Sliders
  • Mozzarella Arancini — V
  • Vegetable Spring Rolls — V, VG

Legend: V = vegetarian • VG = vegan • GF = gluten-free

Menu is subject to change without prior notice. Please advise staff of any food allergies.

Standard Open Bar (Unlimited)

  • Spirits: Vodka, Tequila, Gin, Rum, Whiskey
  • Beers: Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Corona, Bud Light Seltzer
  • Wines: Cabernet, Pinot Grigio, Pink Moscato
  • Champagne Toast at midnight
  • 21+ Only – Valid photo ID required for boarding

Note: Cruise operates rain or shine; route may be adjusted due to weather. Fireworks are organized by third parties and cannot be guaranteed. Guests are advised to arrive early for boarding and security checks.

HIGHLIGHTS

Gourmet appetizers: stationary displays & passed hors d’oeuvres
Open Bar with spirits, beer & wine + midnight champagne toast
Live DJ – dance hits until countdown
Heated indoor cabin with spectacular fireworks views
Casual & social vibe, exclusively for 21+

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Inclusions

    • Admission to the Circle Line New Year’s Eve Party Cruise
    • Standard Open Bar all night long
    • Gourmet appetizers (stationary + passed)
    • Live DJ & midnight champagne toast
    • Heated indoor cabin & outdoor viewing areas

Exclusions

    • Transfers to/from the pier
    • Reserved seating (unless otherwise specified on voucher)
    • Tips & personal extras not mentioned
    • Everything else not specifically outlined in the "What’s Included"

Activity Schedule

Departure Point: Pier 83, Circle Line, New York
Yacht:  Circle Line Cruises
Schedule: Check-in at 9:00 pm - Cruising from to 10:00 pm to 1:00 am

Additional Info & FAQ

  • Dress code: party casual (comfortable shoes recommended)
  • Climate: heated indoor cabin; coat recommended for outdoor deck
  • ID required: admission strictly 21+, ID check at boarding
  • Voucher/Details: boarding time & instructions provided on confirmation voucher

Policy & Disclaimers

Inclusions: As outlined in the "Included in the Price"
Exclusions: Everything else not specifically outlined in the "Included in the Price"
Booking Fees: Please note all reservations are subject to a 3% booking fee - This 3% Booking Fee is applied to all sales and is never refundable.
Tour Operated By: Please note we only operate directly our line of signature private experiences marked by the ™ symbol.  For all escorted group activities, the name of the operating company is listed under the additional info & faq section.
Cancellation Policy: Please carefully review our Cancellation Policy
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Map & Directions

This circle line cruise departs from the Pier 83, Hudson River on the West Side of Manhattan. The Pier is within walking distance from/to Midtown West and Hudson Yards and only 5 minutes south of the famous Intrepid Museum.
You can easily reach the departure point by walking or utilizing public transportation. The closest Subway stop is "42nd Street - Times Square" (1, 2, 3 red line + 7 purple line + A, C, E blue line + N, Q , R & W yellow line and S shuttle from/to Grand Central) located approximately a 20/25-minute walk from Pier 83. Alternatively, the "34th Street/Hudson Yards" (7 purple line) is 15 minutes away on foot.

For those that prefer traveling by water, the closest Water Taxi Stop will be Pier 78 – Midtown / W. 39th St., Hudson River (St. George Line to Staten Island) where you can also board one of the NJ Waterway taxi, and then walk north for 5 minutes to Pier 83. If you opt for a car service (i.e. Yellow Cab, Uber, Lyft etc.) the complete address is – Circle Line, 83 North River Piers, West 43rd Street and 12th Ave, New York, NY 10036.

Please note that once you have arrived by Pier 83, you will head to the box office for the Circle Line Cruises to check in.
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