Day Sail - Clipper City

Experience the Statue of Liberty up close!

Duration

1 Hour & 30 Minutes

About

Take a step back in time on New York’s only passenger tall ship. From her spacious main deck or raised quarter deck, you’ll enjoy the sailing experience of a lifetime aboard this majestic topsail schooner as we unfurl her canvas and set sail through the harbor. Clipper City Sails through the NYC Harbor closely passing The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Governors Island, the NJ and NY skyline and bridges. Full bar and snacks available.

FAQs

What do I wear?

The temperature can be cooler out on the water so dress accordingly - best to be prepared! Hats and sunscreen are recommended on summer days.

Should I tip the crew?

Yes! It is customary to tip the crew & bartender if you enjoyed your experience.

Will it rain?

Occasionally. Sailing is an all-weather activity; & we do sail in light rain or intermittent sprinkles, however, the Captain will cancel due to severe or unsafe conditions. MBS will do it’s best to notify you promptly, but last-minute cancelations do happen. If the Captain must cancel a sail, customers will be offered alternate departures, subject to availability, or receive a sailing credit for the current or following season.

UPDATE

Following the severe squall on July 3 that damaged our rigging, we are excited to share that Clipper City has successfully hoisted her first two sails. While our main and fore sails are scheduled for full repair this winter, we are thrilled to be catching the wind once again. As always, safety remains our steadfast foundation; we continue to operate with the full clearance of the U.S. Coast Guard. We can't wait to welcome you aboard!

Arrival

• Check-in and boarding begins 15 minutes prior to the departure time. We recommend taking additional time to navigate to the Pier if you are not familiar with the area or need to adjust for traffic or parking.
• Remember the boat leaves promptly at the scheduled departure time and does not wait for stragglers. Don't miss the boat!
• Manhattan by Sail ("MBS") reserve the right to release your reserved space(s) 5 minutes prior to departure, if you have not yet checkin in with a dockside agent or contacted the office.
• The Clipper City tall ship is located at the end of the pier around the corner. The ship may not have arrived at the pier, but the correct dock is labeled with the "Manhattan By Sail" sign located at the entrance to the dock.

FAQs

What do I wear?

The temperature can be cooler out on the water so dress accordingly - best to be prepared! Hats and sunscreen are recommended on summer days.

Should I tip the crew?

Yes! It is customary to tip the crew & bartender if you enjoyed your experience.

Will it rain?

Occasionally. While sailing is an all-weather activity, MBS may need to cancel due to severe or unsafe conditions. In this case, MBS will do it’s best to notify you as soon as possible to save you from the inconvenience. In the event that Manhattan by Sail cancels, customers will be offered alternate dates, subject to availability, or receive a sailing credit for the current or following season.

What are the seating options on the boat?

There are places to sit on the boat, though we cannot guarantee a proper seat for every person on board. We operate historic boats with authentic on-deck fixtures - many people wander around in order to take in the sights and others take right to the deck like a picnic.

What if my plans have changed?

Reservations are NON-REFUNDABLE. Please see below for our cancellation policy.