15 Boozy Tours in New York City for a Big Night Out

1.NYC: Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 474 reviews · from $36Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide near One Worldwide Plaza and walk to three very different Manhattan bars, lounges, and speakeasies. Hear about bootleggers, Gilded Age women, and Prohibition while buying your own drinks. Guides such as Ariel, Ryan, Katie, and Katherine are known for lively storytelling.

“Way beyond expectations! Hilarious guide, great stories, delicious drinks, and COOL spots. Would do this again, loved our time in NYC on the tour!”

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2.NYC: City Lights Yacht Cruise with Drink Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 241 reviews · 75 - 90 minutes · from $78

Cruise New York Harbor for 75 to 90 minutes aboard a 1920s-inspired yacht. You’ll have an assigned table in the climate-controlled salon, a complimentary drink, and views of Lower Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Governor’s Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge area from the open decks.

“This was a great kick off activity for our NY trip. Hot summer eve out on the water, beautiful views of the city skylines, and sites. Excellent cocktails, romantic setting. The only con was not being able to hear the captain point out the sites, as we opted to sit outside. Still a lovely outing. Limited dining options in the area during our visit so check around ahead of time (we ended up eating at the bowling alley).”

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3.Speakeasy Drinks and Prohibition History Tour NYC

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 204 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $38

Follow a local guide such as Ryan, Ariel, Walter, or Katherine through Midtown for three hours of Prohibition stories, Broadway lore, and three very different cocktail stops. Admission is included, but drinks and food cost extra. Expect a small group, upscale-casual dress, and a minimum age of 21.

“Kathryn was awesome! Great places to hit and really unique drinks. This was worth a Friday night trip!”

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4.New York Nightlife: The Essential NYC Nightlife Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 175 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $24

Meet at 9:00 pm near West 3rd Street and follow hosts such as Louis and Ajna through Greenwich Village bars and clubs. Expect ping pong, karaoke, live music, drink deals, and a final club where you may stay all night. Bring ID and wear trendy smart casual clothing.

“I texted the viator whatapp that I will be late in 5min to meeting place and it mention will help me informed the tour Incharge but I reach the meeting place no one there and called the help desk and difficult to provide me a right answer. Disappointed”

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5.NYC: 4th of July Fireworks Party Cruise with Buffet & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 122 reviews · 4 hours · from $269

Spend four hours aboard Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises for Macy’s July 4 fireworks. You’ll pass the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center, and other landmarks while enjoying a themed buffet, beer, wine, a specialty cocktail, soft drinks, and DJ music.

“Fireworks were fabulous! Macy‘s did an awesome Job!!! But this Fireworks need a pool Position to watch it. That is, what the Captain of this boat provided us. We were in first row and enjoyed this spectaculare fireworks. Thank you very much to Get your Guide and Circle Line Sightseeing. We have very much enjoyed it ❤️”

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6.NYC: Sightseeing Holiday Cruise with Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 61 reviews · 1h 30m · from $85

Cruise New York Harbor from Chelsea Piers aboard a decorated 1920s-style yacht. You’ll see Lower Manhattan, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, and the bridges from a heated salon or open deck, with one beer, wine, champagne, soda, or hot cocoa included.

“Beautiful and festive! It was part of my 2daughtera and I girls trip to NYC!”

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7.Greenwich Village Literary Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $49Top rated

Walk Greenwich Village with local actor-guides such as Malka, Miranda, Rob, or Camber, stopping at pubs linked to writers from Thomas Paine to Allen Ginsberg. You will hear stories, enjoy recitations, and have time to buy drinks. The tour starts at 2 p.m. and lasts about three hours.

“Great historical tour with lots of interesting information about the area. Presentation by the host was excellent. Really enjoyed ourselves.”

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8.City Cruises Alive After Five Cocktail Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 42 reviews · from $66

Board at Pier 15 for an evening cruise past the Brooklyn Bridge, One World Trade Center, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty. An onboard DJ, dancing, games, climate-controlled seating, and an open-air rooftop lounge keep the mood social. Food and drinks cost extra, so budget accordingly.

“The education of the boat staff, who were very rude, especially the boss.”

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9.NYC Pub Crawl and Rooftop Clubbing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 39 reviews · from $28

Meet an English-speaking host near Bowery and East Houston for a 3.5-hour night through four New York bars and clubs, ending at a multi-level rooftop nightclub. Your $28 covers entry, hosts, drink deals, and shots. Bring ID, follow the strict dress code, and arrive on time.

“As the tour guide was walking very fast, she didn't pay attention to the group at all. What's more, she was going so fast in windy weather that I fell on my hand and broke my wrist and had to go to hospital as an emergency. In other words, I didn't get to experience it at all.”

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10.NYC: Drunk Shakespeare Ticket – Live Theatre and Cocktails

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49

At The Ruby Theatre near Bryant Park, you watch five actors perform Shakespeare while one takes five shots and tackles a major role. You can order cocktails from the full bar, receive drinks at your seat, and may even become king or queen with power over the evening’s decisions.

“Excellent atmosphere and acting; good vibe, very well delivered!”

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11.4th of July Family Fireworks Party Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · from $329

Board the Cornucopia Majesty at Pier 81 for a five-hour July 4 cruise with reserved seating, a BBQ buffet, a four-hour open bar, live DJ music, skyline views, and Macy’s fireworks. The yacht returns to Pier 81 at 11 PM.

“We were very far away from the fireworks. The food wasn't great. We had to queue for an hour in the heat before boarding and then the bar wasn't open. There were not enough chairs on the top deck to accommodate the number of people.”

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12.Best of NYC Drag – Drag Bar Crawl with Drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Meet guides such as Alex, Justin, or Miss JAE in Hell’s Kitchen for a welcome drink, nightlife history, drag performances, and a final show at Industry Bar. The group is limited to 10 people, making this a friendly introduction to New York’s drag scene.

“Fun night with great people, thanks!!! Dancing/lip sync and drag scene in real life club competition.”

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13.NYC: Bottomless Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 16 reviews · 2 hours · from $79

Set sail from Pier 40 for a 2-hour brunch on the Hudson and East Rivers. You’ll have a private table, bottomless mimosas for ages 21 and up, a buffet or plated meal, and access to open-air decks with views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan skyline.

“It was a nightmare I was supposed to go on the 27th. It was snowing. Nobody let me know that they were still doing it. They couldn’t wait for me a couple minutes after I was 10 minutes away stuck in traffic because accident due to the snow. Come to the boat and I missed the boat. They refuse to re-schedule for another day without paying an extra feed after I pay full price with a group of 15 that we’re supposed to celebrate my birthday that day.”

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14.NYC Nightlife Crawl: Bars, Clubs & VIP Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $32

Start at 9:00 pm in the East Village for about 3.5 hours of hosted bar and club hopping. Expect games, DJs or live music, free shots, drink discounts, dancing, and VIP-style entry. Bring valid ID, follow the dress code, and plan for walking and crowded rooms.

“Okay pub crawl, lots of walking so I’d recommend comfortable shoes. Also, some of the bars were overly crowded so be prepared to stand with loud music. I’d say this is for more of the 40 and under crowd. If you don’t drink I wouldn’t recommend because with every stop when you get a drink you get a free shot. So drink wisely! Lol However, you get to meet a lot of people in a short amount of time.”

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15.NYC: Cornucopia Majesty New Year’s Eve Party Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 14 reviews · from $369

Spend five hours aboard the Cornucopia Majesty at Pier 81, with reserved seating, a two-hour dinner buffet, four-hour open bar, live DJ, dancing, party favors, and a midnight fireworks view. Bring approved photo ID, and remember this ticket does not include the Times Square ball drop.

“location and meals were excellent. person on our table was not suitable. position of the table, close to second floor outdoor terrace, wasn't so nice because very low temperature when a lot of people go out for smoking. Not acceptable! The music before start was excellent, but when the DJ starts most of the time we had not danceable salsa pop. We assume that there where a lot of latino personell on the boat and some of the guest (20%)are latinos to get the boat fully utilezed. But this was not in interest of the other 80% of good paying guests.”

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