Fourth of July is finally here and New York City is known for their Macy’s Fireworks. The 41st annual celebration of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks is launching their light show from five barges stationed along the East River between East 24th and 41st streets. It is the largest Independence Day fireworks display in the nation.
Photo courtesy of Macy’s Fireworks
There are many places to watch the fireworks and they even include official viewing locations here. Along with those, the Classic Harbor Line offers a Fourth of July celebration including upfront views of the beautiful firework display. Who wouldn’t want to get aboard a classic style yacht and celebrate freedom?
They offer five different yachts on Fourth of July. Below are the offerings, all of them depart from Chelsea Piers.
Fourth of July Fireworks Cruise aboard Luxury Yacht Manhattan II
Photo courtesy of Classic Harbor Line – 4th of July
A 1920’s style luxury yacht offering great views of the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, Statue of Liberty, and NYC Skyline either on its open air deck, or its glassed-in skylight observatory.
Boat: Manhattan II
Price: $598
Fourth of July sail aboard Schooner America 2.0
Photo courtesy of Classic Harbor Line – Schooner America 2.0
The 105 foot America 2.0 is the most opulent sailboat in all of New York City. It is a modernized replica of the first winner of the America’s Cup race of 1851 and is the most stunning as well as patriotic yacht in the NYC Fleet. On the yacht, guests have a complimentary open bar, hors d’oeuvres prepared by their on board chef and a 3-hour excursion on the Hudson River (amongst the entire New York July 4th flotilla).
Boat: America 2.0
Price: $498
Fourth of July Cruise aboard Yacht Manhattan
Photo courtesy of Classic Harbor Line – Manhattan
Like the Manhattan II, it is also a 1920’s style luxury yacht offering great views of the 4th of July fireworks, Statue of Library, and NYC Skyline. This cruise includes complimentary beer, wine, champagne, soda, water, four courses of passed hors d’oeuvres, and lastly, dessert.
Boat: Manhattan
Price: $498
Fourth of July Sail aboard the Schooner Adirondack
Photo courtesy of Classic Harbor Line – Schooner Adirondack
The Adirondack ensures an experience of great views of the fireworks and the New York City skyline during this joyful, picturesque sail. Your sail includes open beer, soda, wine, and champagne bar. Guests can bring their own picnic or snacks; however, hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
Boat: Adirondack
Price: $468
Fourth of July Cruise aboard Yacht Kingston
Photo courtesy of Classic Harbor Line – Yacht Kingston
Known as the most intimate classic yacht in town, step aboard and take in the spectacular fireworks on the East River. Along with 29 other guests, you will zip out on to the Hudson & East Rivers in style! It is a 1920’s style water taxi and features wrap-around seating, a covered area midship and an uncovered forward and back deck to observe fantastic skyward views. Along with a well-appointed restroom, there will be a fully stocked bar available.
Boat: Kingston
Cost: $428
The spirit of July 4th will fill the harbor! Buy tickets here for a Fourth of July you will never forget and keep the Classic Harbor Line in mind for other yacht ventures in your future.
