NYC Fireworks Boat Cruises, Hotels, Yankees+
July 4th in New York City is amazing! The weather is almost always wonderful and our 4th of July celebrations in New York City, especially the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks®, are second to none! Choose from July 4th Fireworks Cruises, Hotels with July 4th Fireworks views, Yankees game & Fireworks, July 4th Broadway Shows and more.
July 4th in NYC Fireworks
July 4th Fireworks in NYC
The July 4th Fireworks in NYC locations and viewing points vary each year. The official announcement of the exact fireworks launch points can be released anytime from April to June, but the Macy’s website is saying they will be launched on the West Side, over the Hudson this year, likely in Midtown.
If you want to book your July 4th fireworks viewing before the official announcement arrives, then a July 4th NYC Fireworks Cruise is your best bet and guarantees you a prime viewing spot, regardless of the location of the fireworks. If you want to see the fireworks from your hotel, then feel free to make a fully refundable reservation at one of our top NYC July 4th Fireworks Hotel choices below and wait for the official announcement to confirm or cancel.
NYC Insider Tip – Best Place to See Fireworks?
I always think the BEST view of Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® is from a boat cruise on the water. Here’s why…
If you want to watch them from land, be prepared for crowds, long waits, packing your food and drinks, carrying your stuff and umm…restrooms? Good luck.
Not sure if the fireworks will be on the East Side or West Side? Over the Brooklyn Bridge or not? A cruise has a view of the fireworks no matter what changes the city makes at the last minute.
A hotel with a roof deck is also a great option, once we know the location of the fireworks.
Make sure to check sightseeing and holiday hours for Thursday, July 4th. We’d love to hear about your July 4th in NYC Event.
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July 4th Fireworks Boat Cruises
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***Cruises are both 21+ and Family-Friendly. Circle Line usually sells out by early June.***
Rooftops, Hotels, Restaurants with Views of 4th of July NYC Fireworks
Photo: 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
July 4th Hotels With Views of Fireworks Over East River in NYC
Some hotels have private parties with separate tickets required and a hotel reservation does not guarantee entry to the private parties.
Residence Inn New York Manhattan/Central Park – ‘we were given a room on the 64th floor! Looking out of the window the Rockefeller building was in front of us, Times Square to the right and Central Park to the left. We even watched the 4th of July fireworks from our room’
Hotel 50 Bowery – The Crown Rooftop at Hotel 50 Bowery, one of NYC’s newest hotels, is Lower East Manhattan’s most spectacular 360-degree view to celebrate and watch the fireworks with a clear view of the fireworks and city, downtown to Brooklyn to Midtown.
The Box House Hotel Rooftop – Private Party – Separate ticket purchase is not included in hotel reservation. Join us on our rooftop for the perfect view of the Macy’s fireworks!! Live DJ, Games, Local Food Vendors, Drinks.
Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza – “Views from the 33rd floor over the East River are spectacular. For a spectacular view of the 4th July fireworks, chose an E 44th Street facing room”
Celebrate July 4th with a high-rise view of the Macy’s Fireworks Show! Our Red, White & View Package includes an East River facing room or suite, $25 food & beverage credit (per person for up to 2 adults), and complimentary WiFi.
ART Rooftop @ Arlo Nomad – Come munch on some American favorites and get a premium view of the fireworks on the nearby East River! Tickets include: 3hr OPEN BAR + BBQ Buffet.
Daintree Rooftop @ Hotel Hendricks – Views from the 29th floor over the East River are spectacular. One of the least expensive tickets available on this list. Cash Bar.
Refinery Rooftop – “If you’d like to take in the glare of the fireworks perched above the streets (and crowd) of NYC, with the Empire State Building as your backdrop, do yourself a favor and head to Refinery Rooftop. We’ll be taking in the celebration of independence from our rooftop, and you should too! Be sure to make a reservation if you’d like to secure your spot for the evening.”
The Williamsburg Hotel – Separate ticket purchase is not included in hotel reservation. All-American BBQ, 2 Stage Event located on our Rooftop Terrace & The Water Tower, Music by: Armen Miran, Newman (I love), Daniel Cowel, Oktave++.
LilliStar @ Moxy Brooklyn Williamsburg – Separate ticket purchase is not included in hotel reservation. Enjoy the sounds of Hot Honey Sunday’s resident DJ’s Deo’Jorge, JKRiv + Anna Collecta + special guest Will Buck spinning on the rooftop decks and the open air! Dance to the music, soak in the sun, and experience unparalleled views of NYC’s biggest fireworks display.
Slate @ Pod Brooklyn – Join us at Slate Rooftop for our first annual 4th of July event and viewing! Enjoy our newly decorated event space on our rooftop, with stunning views of the NYC fireworks show.
Renaissance New York Chelsea – The top two floors of the hotel, named Somewhere Nowhere, showcase the pool, sundeck and lounge area, with views of the Empire State Building Fireworks. They have a pool party every year on July 4th in NYC.
Park South Hotel – July 4th reviews, ‘The rooftop patio was an amazing bonus and we had a great view of the fireworks’ and ‘…for added pleasure the Roof bar was fabulous we watched the fireworks’
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- A hotel reservation will not get you into this private party. Separate ticket purchase required.
The William Vale – The 22nd floor rooftop deck, Westlight Rooftop, hosts an annual July 4th party (separate ticket required) and they have views of the fireworks over the East River & Brooklyn Bridge.
The Graduate Hotel – On Roosevelt Island, the Panorama Room, on the 18th Floor of the Graduate Hotel, is right on top of the East River Fireworks.
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- A hotel reservation will not get you into this private party. Separate ticket purchase required.
The Ides Rooftop Bar at the Wythe Hotel – The Ides will open at 7:30pm for a ticketed entry ($25) for access to the bar and fireworks display at 9:00pm. Fill up while they grill house-made sausages, along with german potato salad which will be available to accompany cold beers and sparkling rosé (all for purchase).
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- 80 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249 (Williamsburg)
East Side Hotels with views of the Brooklyn Bridge Fireworks.
Hotel Indigo – ‘The room was large, and had a great view towards the east and the south, giving wonderful views of the July 4th fireworks. The hotel is in the heart of things, with the bars and restaurants of the LES all a short walk way.’
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- 171 Ludlow Street, NY, NY 10002 (Lower East Side)
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge (photo above)
Harriet’s Rooftop & Lounge at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, which offers unparalleled views of the New York City skyline, is hosting a Macy’s Fireworks viewing party on July 4th. Guests can book tables at Harriet’s Rooftop or Lounge for prime views of the Brooklyn Bridge, but there is not a view of the fireworks from the rooftop if they are in Midtown.
Millenium Hilton – Here’s what one reviewer had to say about his July 4th stay: ‘The hotel is right across from the Macy’s July 4th Fireworks…We were on a higher floor (40+) in an “01” corner room… and out our east windows, we had a fabulous view of the Brooklyn Bridge, the East River and Long Island.’
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- 55 Church Street, NY, NY 10007 (Financial District)
New York Marriott Downtown – July 4th reviews, ‘Came to see the Macy’s fireworks display on July 4th….short walk from this hotel to the Brooklyn Bridge… I had a corner room with an awesome view of Ellis Island’ and ‘We braved the crowds at the fireworks but if your room faces the bridge and is high enough up, you could see them right from your room!’
The Dominick Hotel – “They made sure I had a view of the east river so we could see the Fourth of July fireworks. I will definitely be staying there again.” and “so very helpful in situating us in the best room possible to view the 4th of july fireworks and a tremendous view of the Empire State Building”
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The Dominick Hotel (formerly Trump SoHo)
- 246 Spring St, (at Varick St) (SoHo)
Mr C Seaport – ‘balcony has an excellent view of the city and we had a good spot to watch the fireworks’ and ‘location was perfect for celebrating the 4th of July! There were bands and a street fair all around the hotel and the view of the fireworks was great!’ and ‘All good, especially the nice view facing Brooklyn bridge from the 7th floor terrace’
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Mr C Seaport (formerly Best Western Plus Seaport Inn)
- 33 Peck Slip, NY, NY 10038 (South Street Seaport)
- Note: This hotel has very mixed reviews – read carefully.
The Standard, East Village – July 4th reviews, ‘The Hotel itself is a gem with wonderful views of south Manhattan. July 4th fireworks were easily seen.’ and “wanted a room with a view of the East River, so we could see fireworks. She went beyond to find us the PERFECT room”
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- 25 Cooper Square, NY, NY 10003 (East Village)
- 4th of July Crab Boil – Celebrate the 4th of July with us at Narcissa with a festive Blue Crab Boil on the terrace! 12-9pm. For an additional $50, guests can head to the hotel’s rooftop for drinks and views of the fireworks.
Pod 39 Hotel – Now the Freehold Rooftop, unclear if they are having a July 4th party this year. Join us for a fireworks watch party at our rooftop bar on the 17th floor of the Pod 39 Hotel. Armed with some of the best views of the city and some of the best margaritas, the only thing missing from this party is you.
Hotel on Rivington – offers panoramic city and East River views from their spectacular Penthouse roofdeck. Their Fireworks Party offers a luxurious July 4th experience with live DJ, open bar and a prime view of the East River fireworks in one of NYC’s hippest neighborhoods! Enjoy 360 degree breathtaking panoramic views of downtown, midtown, uptown Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond!
Hotels Near the Brooklyn Bridge
- In the box below that says, “Where Are You Going,” copy and paste this: Brooklyn Bridge
- The Yellow Map Marker that says “Jane’s Carousel” is the Brooklyn Bridge
