New York Weddings
Plan Your Dream Wedding
Begin Your Forever with an Unforgettable NYC Waterfront Wedding
Most venues give you four walls. City Cruises New York gives you the Manhattan skyline.
You've dreamed about your wedding day—now imagine celebrating it on New York Harbor. Exchange vows surrounded by views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline, then celebrate with chef-prepared dining, exceptional hospitality, and the people you love most.
Whether you're planning an intimate ceremony, elegant reception, or full wedding weekend, our experienced team helps bring your vision to life aboard one unforgettable New York City waterfront venue.
What You'll Experience
Your wedding day should feel effortless from beginning to end. Exchange vows with New York Harbor as your backdrop, then transition seamlessly into cocktails, dining, toasts, and dancing aboard the same elegant yacht.
From daytime ceremonies and golden sunsets to Manhattan illuminated at night, every moment offers a distinctly New York setting.
Your celebration includes:
- Open-air ceremony decks with New York Harbor and skyline views
- Elegant indoor reception spaces with panoramic windows
- Chef-prepared dining with buffet, plated, or chef-attended options
- Premium beverage packages and champagne toasts
- Spacious dance floors and stylish lounges
- Dedicated event coordinators and attentive service
- Iconic NYC photo opportunities throughout your wedding day
Why Choose a Waterfront Wedding Venue
Your wedding venue should become part of your story. A City Cruises wedding brings your ceremony and reception together in one extraordinary setting as landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge, and Lower Manhattan become part of the experience.
Why couples choose City Cruises New York:
- Iconic New York waterfront venues with ever-changing skyline views
- One seamless location for your ceremony and reception
- All-inclusive wedding packages tailored to your vision
- Dedicated event coordinators from planning through your wedding day
- Flexible guest counts for intimate or grand celebrations
- Exceptional hospitality from our attentive onboard team
- Convenient NYC boarding locations for you and your guests
- Personalized wedding experiences designed around your love story
From your first consultation to your final farewell, we're here to make your New York wedding as effortless as it is unforgettable.
Start Planning Your New York City Wedding
Whether you're planning a waterfront ceremony, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, engagement party, bridal shower, or full wedding weekend, City Cruises offers unforgettable New York City wedding venues, all-inclusive packages, exceptional hospitality, and iconic New York Harbor views.
Contact our complimentary wedding coordinators today to schedule a tour, explore NYC wedding packages, and start planning your wedding on the water in New York City.
Inclusions
Our venues provide all the amenities and furniture necessary for your event. City Cruises all-inclusive wedding packages* include the below among other offerings.
Two-hour lunch cruise
Two or three-hour dinner cruise
Background music
Champagne toast
Plated, food station, or buffet menu
China, linens, glassware
In-office coordinator
Cash cocktail bar
Dessert or wedding cake
Service staff & bartenders
One-year anniversary dinner
Nota:
Inclusions may vary by location.
Enhancements
Envision your biggest dreams and let us turn them into reality — that’s our promise. While our venue provides a comprehensive package, our complimentary event coordinators are here to collaborate with the finest wedding partners for personalized upgrades or enhancements you desire. Take advantage of our exclusive curated list of extraordinary vendors for enhancements.
Ceremony officiant
Live entertainment
Dance floor
Customized florals
Specialty linens
Live ceremony music
Bar & menu upgrades
Videographer
Photographer
Photo booths & more!
All-Inclusive Wedding Packages
Tell Us About Your Event
After form submission, you’ll receive a customized offer from an experienced Account Manager matching your event vision.
FAQs New York Weddings
City Cruises hosts wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, bridal and couples' showers, bachelor and bachelorette celebrations, welcome parties, wedding brunches, farewell brunches, vow renewals, anniversary celebrations, and full wedding weekends.
Yes. Many couples choose to host both events aboard the same yacht, allowing guests to enjoy a seamless celebration without traveling between venues.
Absolutely. Depending on your guest count and destination, you can charter an entire yacht, reserve a private deck, or host your celebration in dedicated event spaces aboard the vessel.
Many packages include venue rental, chef-prepared dining, beverage service, event coordination, tables, linens, china, glassware, professional service staff, complimentary cake cutting, and other amenities. Offerings vary by destination.
Yes. Couples can personalize their celebration with upgraded menus, premium bar packages, floral arrangements, photography, videography, entertainment, lighting, décor, and other enhancements.
Guest capacity varies by yacht and destination, allowing us to host everything from intimate ceremonies to large wedding celebrations.
Yes. Many weddings begin with an outdoor ceremony before transitioning indoors for dinner and dancing, allowing guests to enjoy both panoramic waterfront views and elegant climate-controlled reception spaces.
We recommend booking as early as possible—especially for spring, summer, and fall weddings—to secure your preferred date, yacht, and destination.
Many destinations can accommodate dietary requests with advance notice. Your wedding coordinator will help create a menu that meets your guests' needs.
Many vessels offer accessible boarding areas, climate-controlled interiors, and accessible restrooms on select yachts. Accessibility features vary by vessel and location.
Yes. Our wedding coordinators are happy to arrange a private tour, discuss availability, review pricing, and help you explore the best options for your celebration.
City Cruises hosts weddings in New York City, Chicago, Boston, Washington, DC, San Francisco, San Diego, Philadelphia, Norfolk, Newport Beach, Marina del Rey, Long Beach, Berkeley, Toronto, London, and York.
City Cruises combines award-winning waterfront venues, breathtaking views, chef-prepared dining, personalized wedding planning, and exceptional hospitality into one unforgettable experience. Instead of celebrating within four walls, you'll begin your next chapter surrounded by iconic skylines, spectacular scenery, and the people you love most.
Planning your wedding should feel exciting, not overwhelming.
Our thoughtfully designed wedding packages simplify the planning process while allowing you to personalize every detail.
Depending on your location, packages may include:
- Ceremony and reception venue
- Two-hour lunch cruise or two-to-three-hour dinner cruise
- Champagne toast
- Chef-prepared buffet, plated dinner, or chef-attended stations
- Wedding cake or dessert
- Premium beverage packages
- China, linens, tables, chairs, and glassware
- Professional service staff
- Complimentary cake cutting
- Dedicated wedding coordinator
- First anniversary dinner at select locations
Package offerings vary by destination.
Every love story is unique.
Our experienced wedding planners work with trusted vendors to help customize every detail of your celebration.
Enhancement options may include:
- Ceremony officiants
- Live musicians
- DJs and live bands
- Floral design
- Photography and videography
- Premium bar packages
- Customized menus