Bateaux New York Christmas Day Premier Brunch Cruise
Guests cruise aboard an elegant European-style, glass-enclosed Bateaux offering panoramic views of the Manhattan, Brooklyn, and New Jersey skylines. The experience features a chef-prepared, three-course plated holiday meal accompanied by complimentary mimosas, champagne, and sparkling cider. Passengers dine in climate-controlled interior decks while enjoying music curated by an onboard DJ.
What to Expect
Plated holiday dining aboard an elegant European-style glass-enclosed Bateaux.
Event Details
Duration
2.5 hours.
Ages
21+ for alcohol, infants under 3 free
Neighborhood
Midtown Manhattan
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
City Experiences
Food & Drink
Choose a starter, main, and dessert from the plated brunch menu; coffee, tea, iced tea, and water are unlimited, while champagne, mimosas, and sparkling cider are free-flowing for guests 21 and older with valid ID.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and groups looking for a festive holiday meal
Vibe
Festive and elegant
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: From $159; adult $158.96; adult ticket with guaranteed window table $188.95; child ages 4–12 $131.94; kids ages 3 and under free. Fees and taxes are included in the displayed price. An optional window table reservation is an upgrade. – Get tickets
- Hours: Boarding 12:00pm; cruise 12:30pm–3:00pm.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive at Pier 61 in time for the 12:00pm boarding, before the cruise departs at 12:30pm.
- Your booking includes a guaranteed table for your party size, so select the correct group size when reserving.
- Bring valid photo ID if you are 21 or older and plan to enjoy the free-flowing champagne or mimosas.
- Semi-formal attire is recommended; examples listed include dresses, blouses, button-up shirts, khakis, and nice jeans.
- Tell your server about food allergies before ordering; the crew does its best to accommodate dietary restrictions.
Special Events & Promotions
- Guaranteed window tables are available as an upgrade ticket.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring the kids?
Yes, it's a family brunch. Kids ages 4 to 12 have their own child ticket, and children 3 and under cruise free. The champagne is only for guests 21 and older with a valid ID.
What's on the brunch menu?
It's a three-course plated meal. Starters are a butternut squash and kale salad or a Greek yogurt and granola parfait. Mains are buttermilk-brined chicken, scrambled eggs with thick-cut bacon, Nutella-stuffed brioche French toast, or potato gnocchi with tomato ragu. For dessert, choose tiramisu, mixed berries and pineapple, or Basque cheesecake. The menu may change.
Which drinks are included?
Champagne, mimosas and sparkling cider are free-flowing, and coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water are unlimited. Soda, juice, cocktails, wine and beer cost extra from the cash bar.
What should I wear?
The dress code is casual: khakis, nice jeans, dresses, button-up shirts and blouses. Semi-formal attire is recommended for this cruise.
Can they handle dietary restrictions?
They do their best to accommodate dietary restrictions. The menu marks vegetarian, vegan, nut and gluten-free items, but the kitchen is not gluten free and there is a small risk of cross-contamination.
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