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Top Waterfront Venues in New York City, NY
Planning a celebration in NYC? Sit tight! We’re bringing you the best waterfront venues New York City has to offer! How does a bar mitzvah party on a rooftop overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge sound? How about a hen night in the sky? Think 40th floor, twinkling lights, swanky sofas and an open bar! Yowza! How do you feel about planning a surprise proposal on the open sea? Imagine a luxury deck filled with roses, unobstructed views of the Hudson, and a personal photographer! Imagine walking down the aisle in a venue on the East River flanked by the Manhattan skyline! Now, that’s as iconic as it gets right? These aren’t just scenarios. They can be your reality. Don’t wait! Browse our listings now!
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![Back Room at B Lounge NYC in East Village, New York City, NY]()
from $400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBack Room
35 guestsB Lounge NYCEast Village, New York City, NY
#Supervenue
CCindy Y.
“Perfect venue for a 35 person birthday party! would definitely recommend and book here again.” -
![Affinity at Chelsea Piers Marina - Affinity in Chelsea, New York City, NY]()
from $2100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityAffinity
140 guestsChelsea Piers Marina - AffinityChelsea, New York City, NYTThomas B.
“Frank was an excellent and fast communicator and helped make our surprise engagement party a huge success!” -
![Hudson River Dining Room at City Winery in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, NY]()
from $18500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityHudson River Dining Room
120 guestsCity WineryMidtown Manhattan, New York City, NYJust steps from Chelsea Market and the High Line, our waterfront venue has two floors with 15,000 square feet of event spaces, floor-to-ceiling windows, and river and sunset views. -
![Pangea at East 23rd Street Sky Port Marina in Kips Bay, New York City, NY]()
from $200
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPangea
30 guestsEast 23rd Street Sky Port MarinaKips Bay, New York City, NYChelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex is a 28-acre waterfront sports village located between 17th and 23rd Streets along Manhattan’s Hudson River and is home to many fine restaurants and recreational facilities including -
![Spartan Lounge & Event Space at Spartan Bar and Lounge Event Space in Queens, New York City, NY]()
from $65
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySpartan Lounge & Event Space
50 guestsSpartan Bar and Lounge Event SpaceQueens, New York City, NY
#Supervenue
NNico E.
“Looking for a venue for your party?? Look no further !!” -
![Lexington at Chelsea Piers Marina in Lower Manhattan, New York City, NY]()
from $200
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLexington
80 guestsChelsea Piers MarinaLower Manhattan, New York City, NYNNaomi N.
“The food was great, bartending was great, beautiful views, perfection! Highly recommend.” -
![46' Sea Ray Fly Bridge at NYC by Water in Brooklyn Heights, New York City, NY]()
from $1500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availability46' Sea Ray Fly Bridge
12 guestsNYC by WaterBrooklyn Heights, New York City, NYGGia M.
“This was the best experience ever. My friends, family and I had an incredible time.” -
![Conference Center at Nomadworks - Times Square in Garment District, New York City, NY]()
from $400
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityConference Center
100 guestsNomadworks - Times SquareGarment District, New York City, NY
#Supervenue
PPaula M.
“Excellent experience, highly recommend it!” -
![Podcast Studio at Podcast Studio in Midtown Manhattan in Garment District, New York City, NY]()
from $100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPodcast Studio
8 guestsPodcast Studio in Midtown ManhattanGarment District, New York City, NY
#Supervenue
CCat T.
“Helpful, responsive and great communication” -
![Rooftop Event Space at Waterfront Rooftop at Dumbo 10 Jay Street in DUMBO, New York City, NY]()
from $1500
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRooftop Event Space
75 guestsWaterfront Rooftop at Dumbo 10 Jay StreetDUMBO, New York City, NYExperience the Splendor of 10 Jay Street Rooftop! Situated at the entrance of Brooklyn Bridge Park and Waterfront, this remarkable venue offers breathtaking panoramas of the East River, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges, as -
![Private Luxury Sailboat at Go Sailing NYC in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, NY]()
from $300
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Luxury Sailboat
6 guestsGo Sailing NYCMidtown Manhattan, New York City, NYOr head north towards the George Washington Bridge for a peaceful tour of the Hudson River. Or sail up the East River and explore the waterfront of Brooklyn & Queens. -
![Skyline Princess at Skyline Cruises in Queens, New York City, NY]()
from $75
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySkyline Princess
450 guestsSkyline CruisesQueens, New York City, NYOutdoor viewing areas on each level invite guests to bask in the beauty of the waterfront scenery and soak in the refreshing sea breeze. Enjoy a variety of beverages from three full-service bars—one on each level—and seamless
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FAQs about Top Waterfront Venues in New York City, NY
The cost of waterfront venues in New York City averages around $160 per person. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in New York City, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $85 | to $200 | per person |
| From $400 | to $1100 | hire fee per hour |
| From $5000 | to $16500 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Spartan Lounge & Event Space at Spartan Bar and Lounge Event Space in Queens - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Looking for a venue for your party??’ -
Back Room at B Lounge NYC in East Village - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great space and very responsive host! Location is great. The bartender was wonderful (thanks Brian!).’ -
Hudson River Dining Room at City Winery in Midtown Manhattan - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: The unique mural adorns the wall, adding personality to the interior. The space is customizable to fit your event needs and can be used for cocktail receptions, seated dinners, meetings, wine tastings, and gatherings for...
You'll find waterfront venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in New York City, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small waterfront venues | up to 30 guests | prices average $500 hire fee per hour |
| Medium waterfront venues | between 70 and 150 guests | prices average $2100 hire fee per hour |
| Large waterfront venues | over 300 guests | prices average $15000 minimum spend per event |
Some of NYC’s top waterfront venues include Del Rio Yacht Charter in Midtown Manhattan, perfect for grand celebrations on the water, and Waterfront Rooftop at Dumbo 10 Jay Street in Brooklyn, offering breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. For big corporate gatherings check out Bar Society Rooftop in Coney Island. It accommodates up to 500 standing guests in a stunning beachside location.
Frank Ottomanelli’s, the Waterfront Rooftop at Dumbo 10 Jay Street and Dear Irving on Hudson Rooftop provide unbeatable views of the Manhattan skyline, Brooklyn Bridge, and the Empire State Building among other fab landmarks. These venues combine stunning cityscapes with exceptional facilities, making them ideal for sophisticated events.
Yes! 2 out of the 3 waterfront halls at Riverview Ballroom accommodate 1000+ guests. The Skyline Ballroom accommodates up to 1700 guests and the Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 1500 guests.
