Be part of something epic: The Mighty Clipper City Tall Ship awaits!
THE EXPERIENCE
Have you ever hoisted a sail? Or taken your turn at the wheel of a historic clipper ship? Take a deep breath, feel the massive, heroic, and largest passenger sailing boat beneath you, and get ready for an epic experience suited to every type of adventure-seeker. Originally designed for hauling lumber, the Clipper City has a sturdy, big-ship feel that lifts you high off the water. Six crew members will be hauling on the sails, charging around, and getting you involved. Rather sit back and enjoy? You can do that, too.
THE BOAT
With a length of 158 feet and masts rising 120 feet, she can comfortably sail 150 people, the most of any passenger sailboat in the United States. You will look up and see sails that are bigger than your house. Our masts reach towards the sky, we just fit under the Brooklyn Bridge by a few meters when the tide is just low enough! This large sailboat has waist-high railings and provides a big, open deck of 2000 sf with benches, hatches, and a raised quarter deck where the captain steers. During your journey, we’ll fly 5,000 feet of sail.
THE REFRESHMENTS
Though you may bring your food, the Clipper City is a nautical adventure with a full-service bar onboard. Bartenders offer reasonably priced, ice-cold cocktails, local beer on tap, tea, coffee, and soda.
THE LOCATION
Sailing fits easily into your downtown itinerary. Steps from Chinatown and the South Street Seaport, the Clipper City departs from Pier 17 at 89 South Street, just south of the Brooklyn Bridge.
THE HISTORY
The original Clipper City was built as a lumber schooner just before the Civil War. Our Clipper City was rebuilt from the original plans, on loan from the Smithsonian Institution, and has recently been refurbished. The Clipper City is the Largest Tall ship in NYC.
WHO IS CLIPPER CITY BEST SUITED FOR?
Large groups, families, and children of all ages. This sailboat permits wheelchairs and strollers on board. For those who wish to leave strollers behind, secure stroller parking is available.