Can you go to New York on a cruise?

Cruise to New York, New York. The Big Apple, the City That Never Sleeps, the City of Dreams, the Global Shopping Capital – New York City has as many opportunities for urban adventure as it has names. Make your way to Broadway to catch an iconic show.



Yes, New York City is one of the premier cruise hubs in the world. In 2026, major lines like Cunard (with the iconic Queen Mary 2), Norwegian, MSC, and Princess offer sailings that depart from or arrive at the city's three terminals: the Manhattan Cruise Terminal, the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal, and the Cape Liberty Cruise Port in nearby New Jersey. Arriving by sea provides a legendary "grand entrance," passing directly by the Statue of Liberty and under the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. Many travelers use New York as a gateway for transatlantic crossings to London or as a starting point for "Canada & New England" fall foliage cruises. Because the terminals are located so close to the heart of the city, passengers can easily transition from their ship to iconic landmarks like Times Square or Central Park within minutes of disembarking, making it a "bucket list" experience for maritime enthusiasts.

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How long does a transatlantic cruise take? A transatlantic cruise is one of life's experiences that is truly about the journey and not the destination. With Cunard, this means taking seven days to sail from Southampton to New York, or vice-versa, during which you're invited to spend your time in any way you like.

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Southampton To New York, 7 nights, 28 Apr 2024 This Westbound Transatlantic Crossing to New York offers seven luxurious sea days in which to relax and indulge to your heart's content, sailing on board Cunard's flagship ocean liner, Queen Mary 2.

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Each journey takes seven days and covers 3,150 nautical miles (3,625 statute miles). From port to port, sailing vessels and excursions from the United States to England usually take six to nine days. The majority of ships depart from New York City and dock in Southampton, England, with no stops in between.

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Transatlantic cruises, which usually involve a one-way cruise between the UK and the USA and a flight, can offer unbelievable value for money.

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Daytime dress is casual on a Transatlantic voyage. However, this isn't a Caribbean cruise. The weather in the north Atlantic can be stormy and chilly even during the summer months. It's wise to pack a few sweaters and a jacket.

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Are you looking for a cruise from London to New York? June and August are the most popular months to cruise between London and New York and there are 38 departures available from four of the world's leading cruise lines.

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Yes! Unlike the early ocean liners where passengers were required to bring their own food aboard, your meals are included aboard Queen Mary 2. This includes unlimited access to the Kings Court Buffet as well as three daily meals in your assigned restaurant.

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Visa-free cruise destinations If you're heading to the USA or Canada, you won't need a visa, but you must complete an ESTA application for a visa waiver. UK passport holders don't need a visa or a waiver if you are going on a Caribbean cruise unless you are embarking or disembarking in a US port.

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Cruising is a convenient and carefree way to travel, and it's also often a cheaper option than traveling overland and staying in hotels. This is especially true in expensive cities like Tokyo and New York City, as well as for areas where you need to fly between islands such as Hawaii.

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