Taste the finest local beers and craft cheeses curated by Brooklyn's 61 Local, a craft Beer and Cheese mecca! Grab your beer-lovin' buds or a loved one and join us for this cool summer cruise featuring an educational beer and cheese pairing!
Chris Munsey, 61 Local's beer & cheese expert, is your host and teacher on this summer-themed beer and cheese pairing adventure!
Sit back and and relax in our cool glassed-in observatory while our local host introduces you to five different local brews from their specialty craft breweries and 5 amazing specially paired cheeses.
Learn how different beers and cheeses are made, what makes their unique flavors and how to pick out beers and cheeses that you enjoy. This cruise is a great way to unwind after work, see the sites of the harbor or kick off a romantic evening!
During this two-hour cruise, you will take in picturesque views of Manhattan from the air conditioned and enclosed back-deck observatory of this 1920's-style motor yacht.
Highlights along the way include:
Chris Munsey, 61 Local's beer & cheese expert, is your host and teacher on this summer-themed beer and cheese pairing adventure!
Sit back and and relax in our cool glassed-in observatory while our local host introduces you to five different local brews from their specialty craft breweries and 5 amazing specially paired cheeses.
Learn how different beers and cheeses are made, what makes their unique flavors and how to pick out beers and cheeses that you enjoy. This cruise is a great way to unwind after work, see the sites of the harbor or kick off a romantic evening!
During this two-hour cruise, you will take in picturesque views of Manhattan from the air conditioned and enclosed back-deck observatory of this 1920's-style motor yacht.
Highlights along the way include:
- Battery Park, South Street Seaport and the Financial District
- Governor's Island, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
- Parts of Brooklyn and Queens and the complete New York City skyline
- The Williamsburg, Manhattan and Brooklyn bridges of the East River
What Is Not Included?
- Mixed drinks are available for purchase on board.
- Gratuity is not included in the price of your cruise. Parties of 12 or more will be contacted shortly after purchasing tickets to provide credit card information for an additional charge of 18% gratuity.
Meeting Location
Chelsea Piers (Pier 62) - W. 22nd and Hudson River (Manhattan, NY)
(Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets.)
- Do cruises sell out frequently?
- Cruises often sell out, and are rarely open for booking more than a week in advance. Check the website or call the week of the date you would like to attend to check availability for public trips and to book as early as possible.
- Is food included?
- Yes, there will be cheeses and accoutrements specifically matched with the brews you are tasting. These are included in the ticket price.
- Is there parking and how much is it?
- There is parking on all the piers at Chelsea Piers. You must be south-bound on the West Side Hwy in order to access the turn-in for parking on Piers 61, 60, and 59. Up to 3 hours of parking is $22, and up to 4 hours is $32.
- Can you accomodate any dietary restrictions?
- Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions, such as kosher, diabetic, vegetarian or food allergy issues. Each Brew will be matched with its appropriate food item.
- What is the dress code?
- Business casual attire is recommended.
- What exactly do we see on the cruise?
- On this cruise, the Yacht Manhattan departs from Chelsea Piers traveling southbound to New York City Harbor. You will see Battery Park, South Street Seaport, the Financial District, Governors Island, The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Parts of Brooklyn and Queens and the New York City Skyline will also be seen. You will also go under the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges of the East River.
- How about drinks? Should I bring those?
- No, it is illegal for you to bring alcohol of your own on board. You will be provided with 5 differed brewed beers and there will be complimentary soft drinks available as well. Additional mixed drinks are available for purchase on board.
- Is the Yacht Manhattan safe?
- Absolutely. Along with your captain, there is a minimum of two crew members on every sail to make sure you feel comfortable and at home on the water. We are stocked with water, beverages, and life jackets should you feel you need one.
- How steady is the cruise? Am I likely to get seasick?
- It is very rare for our guests to become seasick. While most people do not experience any sea sickness on the Motor Yacht Manhattan, you may want to consider light medication if you normally take it for motion sickness. We cannot officially advise you to take any medication, however.
- Is there an age limit for these cruises?
- You must be at least 21 years of age in order to attend this cruise since beer tastings are an integral part of the experience. Remember to bring valid government issued ID with you.
- Where does the cruise finish?
- Our cruise will end at the same pier from which it departed.
- Is gratuity included in the price of the cruise?
- Gratuity is not included in the price of the cruise. Parties of 12 or more will be contacted directly by Classic Harbor Line within 48 hours of purchasing tickets to provide credit card information for an additional charge of 18% gratuity.
- Can I get a refund or reschedule my tickets after buying them?
- Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event.
- Do you ever cancel cruises due to bad weather?
- The cruise runs regardless of weather conditions. In the rare situation where we are forced to cancel the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule to another time (subject to availability) or be refunded.
- What happens if it starts raining when we're out on our cruise?
- The aft-deck observatory of the Manhattan is a completely enclosed area with a roof, so in the event of rain, you will be covered.
- Is the Manhattan handicap accessible?
- The Manhattan is accessible to those with walkers and canes. While the exterior deck is also accessible to those in wheelchairs, the Manhattan is not completely wheelchair accessible by average standards. If you are in a wheelchair, please keep in mind that there is unfortunately no access into the main cabin (the back interior observatory). In addition, areas such as the and on-board restrooms have limited access as they are located down several steps. A guest using a wheelchair who would like to reach the back observatory must be comfortable with being carried down by our crew. For this reason, we cannot safely accommodate guests who require this service if they weigh more than 175 pounds. If you will need this service, please click “Contact SailNYC” to discuss with us before purchasing tickets.
- Can I book a private charter cruise?
- Yes, private cruises can be a unique and elegant event for your group. If you are interested in booking a private cruise, please contact us by clicking “Contact SailNYC” to the left of the page.
- Is smoking permitted during the cruise?
- No, smoking is not permitted anywhere on the boat.
- Are gift certificates available for this cruise?
- No, unfortunately there are no gift certificates available for our Special Event Yacht Cruises. There are, however, gift certificates available for our Statue and Skyline, Sunset, City Lights, and Brunch cruises, and they make a perfect gift for holidays, birthdays or any other occasion! To purchase a gift certificate, please check out these other cruises by clicking “List of All Activities” to the left of the page.
Refund/Rescheduling Policy
- Non-refundable, cannot be rescheduled.
- Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event.
Other Policies
- Activity takes place rain or shine.
- The activity runs regardless of weather conditions. In the rare situation where the seller is forced to cancel the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule to another time (subject to availability), receive credit for a future event, or receive a refund.
- Participants must be at least 21 years old.
- Because beer tastings are included on this cruise, all guests must be at least 21 years of age. Please bring your government issued ID.
- Parties of 12 or more will be contacted for an additional gratuity charge of 18%.
- Classic Harbor Line will contact you directly within 48 hours of your purchase to take your credit card information for the additional charge. You must be reachable at the telephone number and email you provide.
Classic Harbor Line
If you are in to comfortable cruising or the gilded era of yachting, be sure to experience our 1920s-style “commuter” yacht, Manhattan.
She was constructed right here New York state by Scarano Boat Building in 2005. We take great pride in her New York heritage as well as in serving the very best of New York beers, wines, cheeses, produce, and local baked goods aboard her decks.
Edible Manhattan wrote that we are “not your mother’s Circle Line.” We strive to surpass any “tourist” expectations of what a harbor cruise entails: We include a “taste of New York” in our menus and maintain an unprecedented level of hospitality aboard a special, beautiful, intimate yacht built by NY craftsmen.
Classically-lined and comfortable with teak decks and mahogany rails, the Manhattan can accommodate up to 50 for dinner or 75 for passed hors d’ oeuvres. She features an enclosed, cushioned observatory surrounded by large windows and skylights. She is equipped for all weather with a/c & heating and thus operates comfortably from early spring through New Year’s Day.
She was constructed right here New York state by Scarano Boat Building in 2005. We take great pride in her New York heritage as well as in serving the very best of New York beers, wines, cheeses, produce, and local baked goods aboard her decks.
Edible Manhattan wrote that we are “not your mother’s Circle Line.” We strive to surpass any “tourist” expectations of what a harbor cruise entails: We include a “taste of New York” in our menus and maintain an unprecedented level of hospitality aboard a special, beautiful, intimate yacht built by NY craftsmen.
Classically-lined and comfortable with teak decks and mahogany rails, the Manhattan can accommodate up to 50 for dinner or 75 for passed hors d’ oeuvres. She features an enclosed, cushioned observatory surrounded by large windows and skylights. She is equipped for all weather with a/c & heating and thus operates comfortably from early spring through New Year’s Day.
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