The Firework Cruise Aboard the Nautical Empress: All Inclusive Experience at Pier 81 – New York, NY

Experience Independence Day from the water aboard the elegant Nautical Empress. This special cruise offers a front-row seat to New York City’s renowned Macy’s fireworks display, with uninterrupted skyline views and a festive atmosphere. This year’s July 4th extravaganza sets the stage for the spectacular, as America rings in its 250th birthday.

Enjoy a buffet dinner, refreshing drinks, and reserved seating options across multiple indoor and outdoor decks as you sail past iconic landmarks, with a curated live DJ setting the mood and plenty of space to unwind.

This is your chance to enjoy a truly magical Independence Day celebration. Secure your spot now and experience the best 4th of July experience on the water.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• 4-Hour Premium Open Bar

• 2-Hour Buffet Dinner

• Breathtaking views of the NYC Skyline and the Statue of Liberty
• Live view of the famous Macy’s NYC Fireworks Show from a prime location

• Special Guest DJs

• 2 Indoor Climate-Controlled Decks and a very spacious Outdoor Deck
• Family-friendly Cruise

ITINERARY

‍♀️ BOARDING: 4:45 PM – If you miss the boarding, you will miss the cruise!

⛴️ DEPARTING: 6:30 PM SHARP

⚓️ EST RETURN: 10:30 PM/ After the Fireworks show ends.

• Pier 81 (Departure)
• Hoboken, NJ
• Water Souls (Newport, NJ)
• Ellis Island (Immigration Hall)
• Statue of Liberty
• Governors Island
• Brooklyn Bridge
• Manhattan Bridge
• Freedom Tower
• 9/11 Memorial
• Manhattan Heliport
• Little Island
• Chelsea Piers
• The Hudson Yards
• Return toward Pier 81

Please note that all cruise sights, destinations, and itineraries are subject to change without notice as determined by the US Coast Guard, local authorities, or boat staff (Unforeseen restrictions may be enforced the night of the event)

Tickets are priced and sold based on demand and availability. July 4th events, prices can go up by over 2X as the event date approaches. Tickets are limited and will sell out before July 4th, so don’t miss out!

❗️FINE PRINT – PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING YOUR TICKET!

• To consume alcohol at this event, guests MUST be age 21 and up and present a valid form of government-issued photo ID.

• For guests under the age of 21, the open bar is limited to non-alcoholic drinks
• Guests under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult

• Boarding times are 4:00-6:30 pm SHARP. If you miss the boarding, you will miss the event!
• Due to the holiday and potential road closures, heavy traffic should be expected. Please allow plenty of travel time. Party Guide is not responsible if you miss the boarding.
• This is a holiday cruise, and it is not intended to be a sit-down restaurant dining event. If you wish to have a complete dining experience, we suggest you do so before attending this event. The buffet menu is subject to change.
• The food menu is subject to change.
• All cruise sights, destinations, and itineraries are subject to change without notice as determined by the US Coast Guard, local authorities, or event staff (Unforeseen restrictions may be enforced the night of the event)
• This event will take place regardless of weather conditions
• Fireworks display provided at the discretion of local authorities (weather permitting).
• Fireworks viewing can’t be guaranteed!
• Unless the event is canceled or rescheduled, all sales are final; refunds or credits will not be granted for any and all claims, including those related to changes in cruise boarding and sailing schedules, fireworks viewing, or other specific sightseeing activities.