Boat charters · Pier 78 · Midtown West
Boat Charters from Pier 78
Depart Midtown’s Hudson River at Pier 78 — the go-to boarding point for private yacht charters, corporate events, weddings, and skyline sunset cruises with NYC Sunset Charters.
Flagship Midtown departure
Private yacht charters from Pier 78 NYC
Boat charters from Pier 78 place your event at the heart of Midtown West. Guests leave Hudson Yards, Times Square hotels, and corporate offices, step onto the Hudson River Park waterfront, and cast off toward the Statue of Liberty, Lower Manhattan, and illuminated bridges.
Pier 78 is our most requested departure for large-capacity yachts and polished corporate programming — with crew coordination, catering load-in, and route timing built around your agenda.
Boarding essentials
Pier 78 departure details
Address area
Pier 78 · West 38th Street & Hudson River Park, New York, NY — Midtown West on the Hudson.
Transit
Minutes from Hudson Yards, the 7 train, and major Midtown corridors. Rideshare drop-off is the easiest option for dressed guests and VIP arrivals.
Load-in
Catering, florals, AV, and décor can stage at Pier 78 with our day-of team so the yacht is event-ready when guests board.
Best for
Corporate galas, client entertainment, weddings, and flagship parties when Midtown convenience matters most.
Pier 78
West 38th Street & Hudson River Park
New York, NY 10018
Midtown West · Hudson River
Nearby alternative
Hosting guests in Chelsea or downtown? See boat charters from Chelsea Piers or the main departures overview.
Why Pier 78
Midtown access. Harbor drama. Zero compromise.
Pier 78 is where New York’s business core meets the Hudson. Executives leave the office and are on the water before the skyline turns gold — and wedding parties get a Midtown-friendly dock without sacrificing Liberty views.
- Preferred departure for many corporate and large-capacity charters
- Fast connection from Hudson Yards, Javits, and Midtown hotels
- Supports full catering, open bar, and entertainment load-in
- Routes tailored for sunset, bridges, and Statue of Liberty moments
Fleet
Yachts departing Pier 78
Select the yacht that fits your headcount — from private decks to multi-level flagships — then board at Pier 78 for a fully crewed New York Harbor charter.
Occasions
Popular Pier 78 charter experiences
FAQ
Pier 78 charter questions
Where is Pier 78 for yacht charters in NYC?
Pier 78 is on Manhattan’s Hudson River waterfront at West 38th Street / Hudson River Park in Midtown West — a convenient departure for Hudson Yards, Midtown hotels, and corporate offices.
Do most NYC Sunset Charters events leave from Pier 78?
Pier 78 is our most requested Midtown departure for private, corporate, wedding, and party charters. Final pier assignment is confirmed on your itinerary based on vessel and date.
Can catering load in at Pier 78?
Yes. Our event team coordinates catering and vendor load-in at Pier 78 so food, bar, and décor arrive timed to your boarding window.
How early should we arrive at Pier 78?
We recommend 20–30 minutes before departure for guest arrival and boarding. Large events may receive a staggered call time in your day-of timeline.