Every August and September, the world’s greatest tennis players converge on New York for the US Open — two weeks when the city transforms into the global capital of the sport. In 2026, the tournament runs from Fan Week on Sunday, August 23 through the final on Sunday, September 13 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens.
Most guests make the journey via the Long Island Rail Road, subway, or car service. Only a select few make it by private yacht.
The Dream Boat NY US Open Charter is an exclusive private cruise for 2–6 guests departing Chelsea Piers, heading south through New York Harbor and east through the East River past the city’s most iconic bridges, through Hell Gate, and into Flushing Bay — where guests disembark at the Williamsburgh Yacht Club. From here, the Arthur Ashe Stadium is a short car service ride away.
Three packages are available: a one-hour express, a 1.5-hour express route with the Statue of Liberty, and a two-hour leisure cruise. Every charter is completely private — no other passengers, no strangers, no compromises.
2026 US Open — Tournament Dates & Season
The 2026 US Open tennis tournament is scheduled for Sunday, August 23 through Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York. Fan Week precedes the main draw, beginning August 23, making the full tournament window nearly three weeks of world-class tennis in New York City.
This is one of the most electric stretches of the New York summer — and one of the busiest periods on the private charter calendar. US Open dates book quickly. Reserving early is strongly recommended.
Three Charter Packages
Choose Your Journey
Three US Open charter options are available, each covering the same essential route from Chelsea Piers to the Williamsburgh Yacht Club with increasing time on the water. All packages include docking fees at both Chelsea Piers and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club.
Note on ground transportation: The Williamsburgh Yacht Club is a short car service ride from the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Car service is not included in the charter package and should be arranged independently.
Express Charter — 1 Hour | $1,150
The most direct route from Manhattan to Flushing Bay. Depart Chelsea Piers and head south down the Hudson River, wrapping around the southern tip of Manhattan and the Financial District before turning north up the East River. The route passes beneath the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, and Williamsburg Bridge, continues through Hell Gate, and arrives at Flushing Bay and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club.
What you’ll see:
- Hudson River and the western Manhattan skyline departing Chelsea Piers
- Lower Manhattan and the Financial District from the water — One World Trade Center, Battery Park, the southern tip of the island
- The Brooklyn Bridge up close — one of the world’s most photographed structures, seen from the water as intended
- Manhattan Bridge, Williamsburg Bridge, and the evolving Brooklyn and Queens waterfront
- Hell Gate, the tidal strait connecting the East River and Long Island Sound
- Flushing Bay arrival at the Williamsburgh Yacht Club
Duration: 1 hour
Price: $1,150 (includes docking fees at both Chelsea Piers and Williamsburgh Yacht Club)
Best for: Groups who want to arrive efficiently, corporate guests with tight schedules, those uninterested in the Statue of Liberty.
Express + Statue of Liberty — 1.5 Hours | $1,350
All the sights of the Express Charter plus close-ups with the Statue of Liberty and views of Ellis Island and Governors Island.
Depart Chelsea Piers and head south down the Hudson River to the heart of the harbor with the Statue of Liberty for close-ups from multiple angles. The route then passes the Financial District, rounds into the East River, and heads north beneath the bridges, through Hell Gate, and into Flushing Bay.
What you’ll see, in order:
- Hudson River heading south with western Manhattan views
- Statue of Liberty — up-close viewing from multiple angles, with captain answering questions about the history
- Ellis Island and the middle of New York Harbor
- Lower Manhattan and the Financial District skyline from the harbor
- Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, and Williamsburg Bridge heading north up the East River
- Hell Gate
- Flushing Bay arrival at the Williamsburgh Yacht Club
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
Price: $1,350 (includes docking fees at both Chelsea Piers and Williamsburgh Yacht Club)
Best for: Visitors who want the quintessential New York Harbor experience before the tournament, anyone making it a full NYC celebration day, or groups who want a photo with the Statue of Liberty.
Leisure Cruise — 2 Hours | $1,575
The same sights as the Statue of Liberty route — Hudson River south, New York Harbor, Lady Liberty, the Financial District, the East River bridges, Hell Gate, Flushing Bay — at a more relaxed pace, with time to take it all in. The captain is your guide to the history of the New York Harbor, the story of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the architecture and engineering of the bridges, and the neighborhoods passing along each shore.
This is the charter for guests who want to go beyond a commute to the US Open. Ideal for brunch or champagne service on the water, conversations on the teak deck, and the kind of leisurely arrival that sets the right tone for a day of tennis.
What you’ll see:
- Hudson River and western Manhattan views heading south
- Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island — extended time a chance to ask the captain questions about its history and architecture
- New York Harbor and the Financial District panorama
- Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, and Williamsburg Bridge — with stories and insights along the way
- Hell Gate
- Flushing Bay arrival at the Williamsburgh Yacht Club
Duration: 2 hours
Price: $1,575 (includes docking fees at both Chelsea Piers and Williamsburgh Yacht Club)
Best for: Those who want the full tour experience on the water, groups celebrating a special occasion alongside the tournament, any visit where the journey is as important as the destination.
The Full Route
Chelsea Piers to Flushing Bay
For those who want to picture the complete journey before booking:
Departure: Pier 59, Chelsea Piers, Manhattan’s west side. Access to the dock opens five minutes before the scheduled charter time.
South on the Hudson. The yacht heads south with unobstructed views of western Manhattan — the Meatpacking District, Greenwich Village waterfront, and Lower Manhattan’s skyline building ahead. One World Trade Center, Battery Park, and the southern tip of the island come into view as the harbor opens.
New York Harbor. Depending on the package, the yacht enters the harbor for Statue of Liberty viewing. Lady Liberty is seen up close from multiple angles — not a passing glimpse from a crowded ferry deck, but a private approach at your group’s pace, with captain narration filling in a century of history.
Into the East River. The route rounds the Financial District and turns north up the East River. The bridge sequence begins: the Brooklyn Bridge first — its stone towers and steel cables seen from the water the way engineers and immigrants first encountered them. Then the Manhattan Bridge. Then the Williamsburg Bridge, connecting the Lower East Side and Williamsburg neighborhoods.
Hell Gate. The East River narrows into Hell Gate — the tidal strait between Queens and Randalls Island where the East River meets the Long Island Sound. Powerful currents, dramatic surroundings, and one of the most notorious navigational names in New York.
Flushing Bay. The final stretch opens into Flushing Bay and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club. Car service to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is arranged independently.
What’s Included in Every US Open Charter
Every charter is exclusively yours. Every charter includes:
- Outdoor all-teak deck with U-shaped seating and a retractable canopy — the only convertible on the water in NYC, with the choice of full shade or full sun.
- Fully enclosed indoor wood-paneled cabin lounge with deep-cushioned white upholstery and table seating for six — a haven for conversation and catering service.
- Modern onboard bathroom with personal cloth hand towels.
- Bluetooth sound system for a personal playlist.
- Complimentary bottled water for all guests.
- USCG-certified captain with deep knowledge of every waterway on the route.
- All docking and boarding fees at Chelsea Piers and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club, and all fuel.
Catering is available as an addition at booking — see full catering menu.
Catering for Your US Open Charter
A charter to the US Open is already a celebration — the right catering makes it complete. Packages are available for all durations and departure times.
All-Inclusive Champagne & Appetizers ($65/adult) — Open bar with Chandon Brut Cuvée Champagne, Whispering Angel Rosé, High Noon Hard Seltzer, Pinot Gris, beer, soda, and seltzer. Artisanal charcuterie board with select cured meats, premium cheeses, fresh grapes, marinated olives, and crackers on solid wood serving trays.
All-Inclusive Champagne Brunch ($80/person) — Full open bar alongside NY bagels and smoked salmon with all the fixings — cream cheese, capers, red onion, sliced tomatoes — plus artisanal pastries and seasonal fruit. Children under 10 are complimentary.
All-Inclusive Champagne Lunch ($80/person) — Full open bar with a Mediterranean Lunch Board: bite-size sandwich wraps, Mediterranean dips, pita bread, fresh vegetables, and cornichons.
Individual additions include champagne by the bottle (Segura Viudas Cava at $29, Veuve Clicquot at $137, Dom Pérignon at $350), Whispering Angel Rosé ($42), and party trays and platters ($58/$98), and more.
View the complete catering menu for all options.
Perfect for the US Open Season
Corporate Client Entertainment
The US Open is one of New York’s premier corporate entertainment venues. A private yacht arrival sets the day apart before the first serve, and Dream Boat NY’s 2–6 guest maximum is designed for exactly this kind of executive-level hospitality — intimate enough to be personal, impressive enough to be remembered. Pair the charter with tournament tickets and a catering package and the entire day becomes the kind of experience that generates real conversations.
See corporate yacht charter packages for full details.
International Visitors
The US Open draws fans from every country that plays the sport, and for visitors making their first trip to New York, a private cruise past the Statue of Liberty and beneath the Brooklyn Bridge reframes the entire visit. The 1.5-hour Statue of Liberty package was built for exactly this: arrive at the tournament having already seen New York at its most iconic, from your own private vessel.
Tennis Fans and Celebrations
Birthdays, anniversaries, milestone group occasions — US Open season is the natural backdrop. The 2-hour Leisure Cruise is the ideal foundation for a full celebration on the water before the tennis begins. Add the Champagne Brunch package, a charcuterie board, or the Birthday Party Package for a complete experience.
Pricing at a Glance
| Package | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Express Charter | 1 hour | $1,150 |
| Express + Statue of Liberty | 1.5 hours | $1,350 |
| Leisure Cruise | 2 hours | $1,575 |
All prices include docking fees at Chelsea Piers and the Williamsburgh Yacht Club. Catering and gratuity are additional.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do we get from the Williamsburgh Yacht Club to Arthur Ashe Stadium? The Williamsburgh Yacht Club is a short car service ride from the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Car service is not included in the charter and should be arranged independently. The concierge team is happy to advise on timing.
Can we book a return pickup after the US Open? Yes. The full charter runs in reverse — departure from the Williamsburgh Yacht Club back to Chelsea Piers. All three packages are available for the return journey. Contact the concierge team at 917-399-9084 to coordinate timing around your match.
Which package do you recommend? For the most complete New York Harbor experience, the 1.5-hour Express + Statue of Liberty package covers the most ground. For a relaxed journey with detailed narration, the 2-hour Leisure Cruise is the ideal choice. For a streamlined arrival focused on the East River and bridge route, the 1-hour Express is the most efficient option.
What’s the maximum group size? Six guests maximum, per USCG federal licensing regulations. Dream Boat NY specializes exclusively in private charters for 2–6 guests — the intimate capacity is what makes the experience genuinely private.
When is the 2026 US Open? The 2026 US Open tennis tournament runs from Fan Week on Sunday, August 23 through the final on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York.
How far in advance should we book? US Open season — late August through mid-September — is among the busiest periods on the private charter calendar. Booking 3–4 weeks in advance is strongly recommended. For last-minute availability, contact the concierge team directly at 917-399-9084.
What if it rains? If weather conditions require the captain to postpone the charter, rescheduling is complimentary. Select any available charter of equal or lesser value within the same calendar year. The yacht does not operate in the rain.
Is a valid ID required to board? Yes. A government-issued photo ID (passport or US driver’s license) matching the credit card used for booking must be provided before boarding.
Are children welcome? Yes. All ages are welcome. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
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Set Sail for the US Open
The 2026 US Open runs August 23 to September 13 — and private charter dates during tournament weeks disappear fast. Whether booking the one-hour express, the Statue of Liberty route, or the full leisure cruise, the concierge team is ready to coordinate every detail of your arrival.