Silversea Luxury Cruises À NEW YORK

Experience the splendid sounds and flavours of New York City during this unforgettable, half-day jazz and dinner excursion to the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club.

New York City, Blue Note Jazz Club

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to Greenwich Village, and a visit to the famous Blue Note Jazz Club. Founded in 1981, the Blue Note Jazz Club is still considered one of the world's most famous jazz venues, and has hosted live performances by jazz legends such as Dizzy Gillespie, Sarah Vaughan, Lionel Hampton, Ray Charles, and many others.

Three-Course Dinner, Live Jazz Music, Optional Dancing

Upon arrival, enjoy a three-course meal with wine whilst listening to the smooth sounds of live jazz music. Although dancing is optional, guests are welcome to step out on the floor and dance during this special evening event. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

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Please note: This tour involves a minimal amount of walking, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. Dancing at the venue is at the discretion of each guest. This tour is suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair, provided they can get in-and-out of the coach without assistance. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring a sweater or light jacket from the ship. A one-week cancellation policy is in effect for this tour; no refunds will be given within seven days of the event. Guests must be at least 21 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.

Discover an unforgettable street art tour of Bushwick, an up-and-coming neighborhood in northern Brooklyn. From the pier in Manhattan, depart across the East River to the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn. Here meet your local street artist and embark on a walking tour of the area. The massive warehouses that line the streets of this neighborhood provide a perfect canvas for this diverse array of vibrant masterpieces, including works by Ramiro, Iena Cruz, Nepo, Don Rimx, Dasic, and more. Your guide has an intimate knowledge of the street art and graffiti world and will even show you some of their own art during the walk.

Next, pause for a refreshment before arriving to the studio for a workshop of personalized instruction in the art of graffiti. Create your own art project with the help of local "tagger." Learn the tips and techniques of aerosol art, from fill-ins, to masterpieces. This live spray paint workshop includes spray paint, spray caps, gloves and masks. Leave this workshop with a greater understanding of this still misunderstood craft and a completed canvas of approximately 4 feet by 4 feet and, once dry, can be rolled up and taken back onboard with you.

Travel outside of Manhattan's business districts on this relaxed and interesting tour that highlights two well-known New York destinations.

Panoramic Drive & Central Park

Your tour starts with a narrated scenic drive to the Upper West Side, viewing many homes of celebrities including as well as the Lincoln Center. A brief stop is made at the Dakota building, famous for being the place where John Lennon lived and died. From here, follow your guide for a short walk through 'Strawberry Fields' the area of Central Park devoted to him. The New York's most famous and beloved park is over 150 years old, covers an area of 843 acres and plays host to 25 million visitors each year, along with having the distinction of having over 200 movies filmed there.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Re-join your coach and continue on to famous 5^th Avenue and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the world's largest and most prestigious museums in the world. Founded in 1870, the Museum is one of the most visited museums in the world, featuring over two million works of art. The institution's permanent collection spans a wealth of history that includes everything from a transported Egyptian Temple to a large collection of 19^th and 20^th century European paintings. Here, after receiving Audio Guides and you will have approximately 2.5 hours to explore the museum at your leisure. Your tour guide will inform you of any special, temporary exhibits, provide you with a map to help you navigate your way around and ensure you make the best use of your time. For those who would like a bite to eat or some refreshment, the Museum houses several cafés for your convenience.

Following your visit at the Met, you will travel further along 5^th Avenue before transferring back to the pier where your tour concludes.

Beginning in Midtown, your guide will meet you at the Cruise Terminal for a short walk (10 minutes) along the Hudson River to Pier 84 where you will board one of the Water Taxis. The 40 minute cruise will include a commentary of The City, NY Harbour and an up close view of the Statue of Liberty. Getting off at Battery Park on the Southern tip of Manhattan, your tour guide will lead you on an architectural walking tour of lower Manhattan / Financial district. As you walk toward the World Trade Centre you will see many iconic places of the area such as the Wall Street Bull, the NY Stock Exchange, Wall Street and Trinity Church.

Arriving at the World Trade Centre you will enter the newly finished 9/11 Memorial. The Memorial consists of two massive pools set within the original footprints of the Twin Towers with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down their sides. The names of the 2,982 men, women and children killed in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993 are inscribed in bronze on parapets around the edges of the Waterfalls. There will be approximately 1 hour to view and the 9/11 Memorial, the visitor's centre and the on-going construction of the site which when finished will be home to NY's tallest building, One World Trade.

Your tour guide will be there to answer questions and explain aspects of the construction. After the visit, your guide will take you for a short walk to board a coach which will take you back to the Pier.

The Hudson river is a 315 mile river that flows from North to South primarily through Eastern New York. The river originates in the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York and is named after Henry Hudson, an Englishman sailing for the Dutch East India Company who explored it in 1609 and after whom the Hudson Bay in Canada is also named.

Enjoy panoramic views of Manhattan's skyline & learn the basics of kayaking with your native expert guide on this moderate level river kayaking tour. After 1 hour of this urban river adventure, return to the ship.

Guests can experience the unique sights, sounds and flavours of New York City from a local's perspective during this memorable, half-day excursion to Greenwich Village.

Manhattan Subway Ride to Washington Square

Depart the pier with your guide for the short walk to the 50th Street subway (Line A, C or E). Upon arrival, your guide will provide you with a Metrocard, and a map of the city and subway. Your subway ride takes you to West 4th Street/Washington Square, where your guided stroll begins through Greenwich Village. One of New York's most appealing and eclectic neighbourhoods, Greenwich Village is simply referred to as 'The Village', a favourite weekend destination for New Yorkers and a lovely place to stroll.

Greenwich Village Walking Tour

Stroll the leafy streets lined with Federal-style town houses and ivy-covered brownstones, which defy the symmetrical street grid pattern that brings order to the world above 14th Street. Residents from 'The Village' remain loyal to the local organic bakery and the corner produce market. It's a neighbourhood on a very human scale, with small delights around every corner. During your narrated walking tour, learn about the history, culture, architecture and entertainment offerings that set Greenwich Village apart from the rest of New York City.

Bleecker Street

As you stroll along Bleecker Street, stop to sample a variety of New York food specialties, including the best thin-crust pizza, delicious rice balls, a crispy cannoli and tasty cupcake, which have secured Greenwich Village's reputation as being one of the greatest culinary and cultural center of the city. In addition, discover the Old Italian neighbourhood, hidden gardens, the narrowest house in NYC and much more. Following some free time for independent shopping and exploration on Bleecker Street, board a coach for the approximately 30-minute transfer back to the pier.

This tour is available for disembarking guests with flights after 3:30p.m. from the Newark Liberty International Airport.

Explore the sights of New York City and the 9/11 Memorial during this half-day guided walking tour of Lower Manhattan.

Panoramic Drive

Your introduction to New York City begins with a coach transfer to Lower Manhattan during which a knowledgeable, licensed NYC guide will offer entertaining commentary and point out major sights.

Lower Manhattan

Leaving the coach at Battery Park on the southern tip of Manhattan, your guide will lead you on a walking tour of Lower Manhattan, the Financial District and the site of the World Trade Center. Along the way you will see famous Broadway, pass Trinity Church, and Wall Street with the New York Stock Exchange. Take note of the iconic "Charging Bull" statue, which has become the unofficial symbol of Wall Street.

9/11 Memorial

Then, continue to the World Trade Center and the newly completed 9/11 Memorial. Set within an 8-acre Memorial Plaza landscaped with a small forest of oak trees, the Memorial features two massive pools built over the footprints of the original Twin Towers, with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down into the pools. The names of the 2,982 men, women and children killed in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993 are inscribed in parapets surrounding the reflecting pools. You will have time to view and contemplate the Memorial; please be reminded that the 9/11 Memorial is a place of remembrance and quiet reflection.

Following your visit, walk back to the coach and continue with the transfer to the Newark (EWR) Airport for your flight home.

This tour is available for disembarking guests with flights after 3:30p.m. from the John F. Kennedy International Airport or LaGuardia Airport.

Explore the sights of New York City and the 9/11 Memorial during this half-day guided walking tour of Lower Manhattan.

Panoramic Drive

Your introduction to New York City begins with a coach transfer to Lower Manhattan during which a knowledgeable, licensed NYC guide will offer entertaining commentary and point out major sights.

Lower Manhattan

Leaving the coach at Battery Park on the southern tip of Manhattan, your guide will lead you on a walking tour of Lower Manhattan, the Financial District and the site of the World Trade Center. Along the way you will see famous Broadway, pass Trinity Church, and Wall Street with the New York Stock Exchange. Take note of the iconic "Charging Bull" statue, which has become the unofficial symbol of Wall Street.

9/11 Memorial

Then, continue to the World Trade Center and the newly completed 9/11 Memorial. Set within an 8-acre Memorial Plaza landscaped with a small forest of oak trees, the Memorial features two massive pools built over the footprints of the original Twin Towers, with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down into the pools. The names of the 2,982 men, women and children killed in the attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993 are inscribed in parapets surrounding the reflecting pools. You will have time to view and contemplate the Memorial; please be reminded that the 9/11 Memorial is a place of remembrance and quiet reflection.

Following your visit, walk back to the coach and continue with the transfer to the John F. Kennedy and LaGuardia airports.

One of the Museum's most engaging docents will lead you through an intimate view of New York City's most venerated and visited museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, with a private viewing before the public is allowed enter. At the conclusion of the discovery, enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee before free time is afforded to explore the museum on your own.

Next, take a moving experience through Central Park known as the "passages of scenery" with the ever-changing views experienced while walking through the various landscapes: broad meadows, rustic woodlands, tree-lined alleys and diversity of architectural structures. Your walk takes you East to West through taking in such sights as Belvedere Tower, The King Jagiello stature and nearby turtle pond offer respite to migrating birds.

The expert docent will guide you through historic places in the park including the Obelisk, a 3500-year old monument that once stood in ancient Alexandria, Egypt. During your walk, take in the Great Lawn, a 55-acre open space at the center of the park known as the venue for famous concerts and events, beginning in the 1970s. Other sights include Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, and Strawberry Fields. En route you docent from the conservancy of the park will educate you on the park's history and their ongoing preservation efforts. At the conclusion of the walk, a short transfer brings you back to the ship.

Discover New York City at its best on this half-day highlights excursion. New York City is comprised of 5 boroughs sitting where the Hudson River meets the Atlantic Ocean. At its core is Manhattan, a densely populated borough that's among the world's major commercial, financial and cultural centres.

Panoramic New York

Depart the pier with your guide en-route for Manhattan to view the Rockefeller Centre, Times Square, the Theatre District, the Empire State Building and St Patrick's Cathedral. Travel through New York neighbourhoods such as trendy Greenwich Village, Little Italy and the Financial District and Fifth Avenue with its designer stores and boutiques. See glimpses of Central Park, which covers some 843 acres at the core of this bustling metropolis, and provides the people of the city with a green oasis.

9/11 Memorial

One of the highlights of your New York exploration will be a visit to the 9/11 Memorial. The newly completed 9/11 Memorial consists of 2 massive pools set within the original footprints of the Twin Towers with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down their sides. Take some time to reflect and pay your respects to those that lost their lives there. At the 9/11 Memorial area you will also be able to admire the outstanding newly built One World Trade Centre; the New York's tallest commercial building.

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Next Experience, the Rockefeller Centre and the 70 story TOP OF THE ROCK™ Observation Deck. The view itself is unique and astonishing, unobstructed for 360 degrees and stretching for miles in every direction. It is the most spectacular view in New York City. Back on the ground you will see the famous home of NBC's Today Show and the annual location for New York's spectacular Christmas tree and nostalgic ice-skating rink before returning to the pier.

This tour is available for disembarking guests with flights after 7:00p.m. from the John F. Kennedy International Airport or LaGuardia Airport.

Journey across "The Big Apple" on this full-day excursion that hits all the highlights and leaves free time to explore Grand Central Station and the surrounding area, where you can enjoy lunch on your own, before transferring to either JFK or LGA airport.

New York City Sights, Panoramic Drive

Depart the pier for a sightseeing drive of the city that never sleeps. Pass one New York icon after another including Central Park, Lincoln Centre, Dakota Building, Fifth Avenue, Times Square and the neighbourhoods of Harlem, and many more.

Rockefeller Center, Top of the Rock Observation Deck

Treat yourself to one of the city's most exciting experiences and visit Rockefeller Center's Top of the Rock. Seventy floors above the city, it is the most spectacular view in New York City. The view itself is unique and astonishing, unobstructed for 360 degrees and stretching for miles in every direction. Back on the ground you will see the annual location for New York's spectacular Christmas tree and nostalgic ice-skating rink.

Continue Downtown through SoHo and Greenwich Village before stopping at the Grand Central Station.

Grand Central Terminal & Free Time (Lunch, Shopping)

Originally constructed by a shipping tycoon, Cornelius Vanderbilt, the Grand Central Depot was opened in October 1871 and served only three lines, the New York Central-Hudson River railroad, New York-Harlem railroad and the New York-New Haven-Hartford railroad. Nowadays, this historic world-famous landmark in Midtown Manhattan is not only a transportation hub-it is also a shopping, dining, and cultural destination with 60 shops, 35 places to eat, and a full calendar of events all under one magnificent roof. Here, you will have some free time to enjoy lunch at your leisure.

Continue your scenic drive through Financial district towards your next stop.

9/11 Memorial

Rising from the ashes of Ground Zero, the 9/11 Memorial consists of two massive pools set within the original footprints of the Twin Towers with 30-foot waterfalls cascading down their sides. Framing them are the names of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. You will have time to view and contemplate the Memorial; please be reminded that the 9/11 Memorial is a place of remembrance and quiet reflection.

Battery Park, Statue of Liberty

Following you visit, re-board the coach and drive to Battery Park for a final glimpse of the Lady Liberty in the distance. The Statue of Liberty was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States and is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy.

Your full-day New York discovery concludes with a drive through Chinatown and a transfer to the JFK and LaGuardia airports for your flight home.

Explore New York City at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore New York City at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private car. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned car and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore New York City at your leisure during your full-day (8-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Explore New York City at your leisure during your half-day (4-hour) sightseeing tour via private van. Customise your own itinerary or choose to see an overview of the area's highlights.

Depart the pier with your driver and English-speaking guide in an air-conditioned van and discover the city and surrounding areas at your own pace. Your exclusive tour concludes back at the pier.

Join Dave Freedenberg, author, foodie and former taxi driver for a delicious discovery of New York City's unique and storied morsels. Dave will take you on a eating tour through the outer of New York City with Famous Fat Dave, former pickle man, cheese monger, hot dog vendor, bread truck driver and licensed food tour guide.

Dave has eaten it all and he's chowed down with the likes of Al Roker, Rachael Ray, and Anthony Bourdain. Famous Fat Dave will take you to hidden gems and beloved institutions alike knowing all the hidden gems within the city. You'll hear the history and the stories that make the city great all whilst getting a delicious and generous bite of the Big Apple.

Join James Maher, a portrait and fine art photographer in New York since 2005 with a regular feature in the NY Daily News reporting on different neighbourhoods of the City through street portraits and interviews with locals. He will take you through the streets of the Big Apple to offer tips and tricks on capturing the city and introduce you to areas that are not as common teching you about the history and cultures of these neighborhoods. The aim is to help you understand and appreciate the city and what you are capturing in a more nuanced way.

Your Photo safari takes you down Broadway and Houston street, heading South through Soho, Chinatown, the Manhattan Bridge and then North through the Bowery and into the Lower East Side. James will take you through beautiful old buildings introducing you to incredible street photography with some of the most interesting people in the city. Graffiti, colored walls, alleys, gambling Chinese men and women in the park will all be your subjects for the day.

This experience is suitable for beginners with no experience in photography or professionals. Professional cameras are not mandatory, your mobile phone can be used.

Following a short transfer from the pier, join your experienced guide, Bob DeCandido for an approximate three-hour walk through Central Park West. Bob is a NYC native who conducted the first autumn raptor migration study at Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx (1988-1991) and later in Central Park at Belvedere Castle (1995-2002). He earned MS and PhD degrees studying the flora of NYC, while working full-time as a biologist for the NYC Department of Parks. Bob has also conducted research projects in Nepal and Thailand at bird migration hot spots.

To say he is "enthusiastic" about fowl is an understatement. Your visit takes place during the spring migration and Dr.DeCandido educates you on all the travelling and resident birds of the park. Don't forget your camera and binocular for this fun filled day of discovery.

Following the walk, a 30-minute transfer brings you back to the pier.

Enjoy a helicopter flight over the dramatic New York skyline on this tour.

Depart the pier in a private van for the heliport where you will board a helicopter for a flight over Manhattan. See the beauty of Central Park, the Hudson River, the George Washington Bridge and the cliffs of the New Jersey Palisades. You will fly over the harbor and get a distant view of the magnificent Verrazano Bridge, Governors Island, the Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum and its Space Shuttle. Marvel at the splendor of Rockefeller Center, the Empire State, Chrysler, Met Life buildings and the World Financial Center. Delight in flying by the historical richness of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Greenwich Village, South Street Seaport and the 126-year old Brooklyn Bridge.

After landing back at the heliport, your tour will conclude with a transfer back to the pier.

Please note: This involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 1 mile (1.6 kilometres) and is suitable for guests with limited mobility as long as they can embark and disembark the van with minimal assistance, and board the helicopter via a high step. It is not suitable for guests who are wheelchair bound. The maximum weight of each guest must not exceed 275 pounds (125 kilograms). Seating is based on weight distribution and is assigned at the pilot's discretion. For security purposes, no bags are allowed on the flight. Lockers are available at the helicopter. The flight is not exclusive to Silversea Guests. Total flight time is 20 minutes.

NEW YORK SIMPLY HOTEL

Our Simply Hotel selection is the perfect choice for those who want a centrally located setting from which to discover - or rediscover - the city. Rooms in these 4.5 and 5-star properties are generally Standard Double or King rooms that provide comfortable accommodations and superior service for those who wish to extend their trip with a cultural or shopping experience in some of the world's most iconic cities.

For your convenience, we can easily organize transfers between the airport and hotel or between the hotel and the pier so that you only have to decide how much or how little you wish to do.

Hotel brands that we consistently feature include Intercontinental, JW Marriott, Fairmont or the Conrad Group.

NEW YORK GRANDE HOTEL

The Grande Hotel is for those who want to begin or prolong their Silversea holiday - luxury accommodations, exclusive service and impeccable attention to detail in style. Grande Hotel guests appreciate the finer things in life. These properties have been chosen not only for their prime location but for their outstanding service and their exceptional quality.

For your convenience, we can easily organize transfers between the airport and hotel or between the hotel and the pier so that you only have to decide how much or how little you wish to do.

Hotel groups that are frequently featured in our program include Shangri-La, Four Seasons, Peninsula or Fairmont to name just a few.