Step aboard a spacious cruise ship for an evening on the water—taking in the sights in the glow of the setting sun as the lights flicker to life in the City that Never Sleeps. Grab a drink and listen to expert commentary as you pass the Statue of Liberty and cruise under 3 famous Manhattan bridges.

As dusk begins to fall, make your way to Pier 83 and board your vessel, which features outdoor viewing decks as well as oversized sightseeing windows in the comfortable interior. Pick up a drink or a bite to eat from the onboard bar if you like, or just settle in for the ride as the boat takes off and motors out into the Hudson.

Listen as your professional guide points out landmarks in Midtown and Lower Manhattan and shares history and anecdotes about sights like the Empire State Building, Wall Street, Ellis Island, and the Chrysler Building. Cruise around Battery Park and up the East River, getting within 100 feet (30 m) of the Statue of Liberty for an incredible up-close view of this American icon from the water, before you loop back to the 42nd Street Pier.