Family Cruises

Apr 15 2013

NYC Kids' Cruises Birthday Parties: Celebrate on a Boat on the Hudson River

Things to do with kids: NYC Kids' Cruises Birthday Parties: Celebrate on a Boat on the Hudson River

While there are a ton of family-friendly NYC boat tours, there are, surprisingly, only a handful of companies that have cruises that cater specifically to kids. Both the Circle Line, which launched its Kids' Cruise series in 2012, and Kiddie Cruises offer regularly scheduled seasonal boat trips in New York Harbor that feature kids' entertainment and activities in addition to stunning views. And a few other companies offer boats for charter, in case you're in the market for a private party on the high seas (a.k.a. the Hudson River).

The pay-per-kid party packages include all of the usual fun like face painting, live music and magicians, plus a couple of extra bells and whistles. All you need to do is book in advance, climb the gangplank with your crew and bring along a cake.

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Jan 31 2013

Spot Seals and Exotic Birds on a NYC Audubon Winter EcoCruise

Things to do with kids: Spot Seals and Exotic Birds on a NYC Audubon Winter EcoCruise

In NYC, it's easy to forget that there is wildlife living amongst us. And I'm not talking about rats, alligators in the sewers, escaped tigers or even backyard chickens. There are eagles and Red-tailed Hawks, raccoons and even the occasional coyote.

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge is great for bird-watching and the Alley Pond Environmental Center will introduce you to creatures living in our wetlands. And now there's a fun new way to discover even more hidden wildlife on a NYC Audubon Winter EcoCruise.

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Jun 12 2012

NYC 4th of July Fireworks Cruises: See Macy's Fireworks from a Boat on the Hudson River

Things to do with kids: NYC 4th of July Fireworks Cruises: See Macy's Fireworks from a Boat on the Hudson River

Every year around this time, we start getting emails from families asking for info on Fourth of July cruises in New York City. The idea of watching Macy’s Fireworks from a boat on the Hudson River sounds pretty awesome: You get amazing views of the star-spangled pyrotechnics and the city skyline, plus you don't have to battle the crowds like you do on land. But remember, once you're on the boat, if the kids get tired, restless or seasick, you can't leave.

We searched for the lowest cost Fourth of July fireworks cruises in NYC that welcome children. Here's what we found:

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