Virgin Voyages From New York: Brooklyn Cruise Terminal Guide

Last updated: August 2026

Yes, Virgin Voyages sails from New York — but as of 2026 the ship leaves from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal in Red Hook, not Manhattan. Valiant Lady is the adults-only ship based in New York, running mostly round-trip Bermuda voyages plus a few Canada and New England sailings. Here’s the exact terminal, parking, itineraries, and arrival tips.

Does Virgin Voyages sail from New York?

Virgin Voyages does sail from the New York area, and it’s one of the line’s most convenient homeports for East Coast sailors. The ship stationed here is Valiant Lady, the adults-only (18+) sister to Scarlet Lady. From New York she sails a rotation of Bermuda round-trips along with occasional Canada/New England and repositioning itineraries.

The one thing that trips up first-timers: the ship no longer departs from Manhattan. In 2026 Virgin Voyages moved its New York season across the East River to Brooklyn. If your booking confirmation or an older blog post still says “Manhattan Cruise Terminal,” ignore it — head to Red Hook instead. We walk sailors through this move every week, so let’s make it simple.

Where is the Virgin Voyages New York cruise terminal?

Virgin Voyages departs from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal (BCT) at 72 Bowne Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231, in the Red Hook neighborhood (the pier is officially Pier 12). It’s the same modern terminal that Cunard and Princess use, sitting right on the water with an easy, single-level check-in hall.

Why the change? Manhattan’s aging cruise piers on the West Side went offline for structural repairs and redevelopment, so Virgin Voyages relocated its Valiant Lady season to Brooklyn starting in April 2026. According to Cruise Critic, the shift was driven by capacity limits at the Manhattan terminal, and Brooklyn is expected to host the New York season going forward. It’s a genuinely nicer embarkation experience — fewer ships, shorter lines, and skyline views while you board.

How do you get to the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?

Red Hook is one of the few Brooklyn neighborhoods not served directly by the subway, so most sailors arrive by car or rideshare. Here’s how the main options compare.

How you arrive	Roughly how long	Good to know
Drive + park at the terminal	Varies by traffic	Parking garage on site (see address below); reservations not required.
Taxi or rideshare (Uber/Lyft)	~20–40 min from Manhattan	Easiest door-to-door option; drop-off is right at the terminal.
NYC Ferry (South Brooklyn route)	Scenic, budget-friendly	Red Hook/Atlantic Basin stop is a short walk from BCT; great for a car-free arrival.
Subway + bus/walk	Longest option	Nearest stops are Smith–9th Sts (F/G) or Carroll St, then the B61 bus or a walk.

Parking: The terminal’s parking garage is located at 72 Imlay Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231, with all cars entering at the Bowne Street and Imlay Street intersection. Rates run around $45 per night (up to 24 hours), taxes included, as of 2026, and the lot takes cash, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express with no reservation required. Rates can change, so confirm with the terminal before you sail — but budget roughly that per night for the length of your voyage.

From the airports: JFK is the closest major airport to Red Hook, followed by LaGuardia (LGA) and Newark (EWR). All three are an easy rideshare or car service away; JFK and LGA are usually the simplest since they skip the tunnels and bridges from New Jersey.

Which Virgin Voyages itineraries leave from New York?

Valiant Lady’s New York schedule leans heavily on Bermuda, which is only about two sea days away and pairs perfectly with Virgin’s adults-only, no-buffet, festival-at-sea vibe. Here are the main itinerary types you’ll see out of Brooklyn.

Itinerary	Length	What you get
Round-trip Bermuda	5 nights	The flagship NYC sailing — an overnight or two docked in King’s Wharf, Bermuda.
Bermuda (extended)	6 nights	More time on Bermuda’s pink-sand beaches, plus extra sea days to enjoy the ship.
Bermuda + Bahamas + Charleston	9 nights	Two days in Bermuda, then on to Nassau and Charleston, SC before returning to NYC.
Canada & New England / repositioning	Varies	Seasonal sailings and the occasional repositioning cruise to or from other homeports.

Virgin also runs themed departures out of New York — including a “Comedy Fest” Bermuda sailing with live stand-up on board. Specific dates, ports, and overnights vary by season, so it’s worth having us pull the current Valiant Lady New York calendar for the month you want to travel. Official routing details are on the Virgin Voyages New York to Bermuda page.

If you’re weighing New York against Miami or another homeport, our guide to where Virgin Voyages sails from lays out every departure port, and our Miami Terminal V guide covers the line’s busiest Caribbean base.

What time is check-in and boarding in Brooklyn?

Like every Virgin Voyages sailing, you’ll choose a Terminal Arrival Time (a check-in window) in the Sailor App before your cruise — this staggers arrivals so the terminal never gets slammed. Pick the earliest slot you can if you want maximum ship time on day one. Boarding at Brooklyn generally opens in the late morning, and the ship typically sets sail in the late afternoon or early evening.

For the full walkthrough of online check-in, arrival windows, and what to bring, see our Virgin Voyages check-in guide and our embarkation day guide. First cruise on the line? Our Virgin Voyages packing list covers exactly what to throw in your bag.

Should you arrive in New York a day early?

We almost always recommend it. Flying into a busy hub like New York on embarkation morning leaves zero cushion for delays, and missing the ship is the one mistake you can’t undo. Arriving the night before also lets you enjoy the city — grab dinner in Red Hook or Brooklyn’s waterfront neighborhoods, then take a short, low-stress ride to the terminal the next day. Hotels in Downtown Brooklyn, DUMBO, and Lower Manhattan all put you within a quick rideshare of BCT.

Is a Virgin Voyages cruise from New York worth it?

For adults who want a quick, stylish getaway without a long flight to Florida, it’s one of the best-value cruises on the East Coast. You get Virgin’s included dining at every restaurant, group fitness classes, WiFi, tips already baked into the fare, and a genuinely adults-only ship — all a short ride from home if you’re anywhere in the Northeast. Bermuda in two sea days is hard to beat.

Because Virgin’s fares, sailor loot (onboard credit) offers, and cabin availability shift constantly, the best move is to let a Virgin Voyages First Mate price it for you. Compare Virgin Voyages New York sailings and get a free quote from Pixie Vacations here. We book Virgin Voyages at no added cost to you, and we’ll hunt down every promo and upgrade you qualify for. Prefer to talk it through? Reach out to our team and we’ll build the trip around your dates.

Frequently asked questions about Virgin Voyages from New York

Does Virgin Voyages leave from New York or Brooklyn?

As of 2026, Virgin Voyages departs from the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal at 72 Bowne Street in Red Hook, Brooklyn — not the Manhattan Cruise Terminal. The line moved its New York season to Brooklyn after Manhattan’s piers went offline for repairs.

Which Virgin Voyages ship sails from New York?

Valiant Lady, the adults-only (18+) sister ship to Scarlet Lady, is the Virgin Voyages ship based in New York. From here she sails primarily round-trip Bermuda voyages, with select Canada/New England and repositioning cruises.

What is the address of the Virgin Voyages New York cruise terminal?

The Brooklyn Cruise Terminal is at 72 Bowne Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231 (Pier 12), in Red Hook. The parking garage entrance is at 72 Imlay Street, at the Bowne Street and Imlay Street intersection.

How much is parking at the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal?

Parking runs around $45 per night (up to 24 hours), taxes included, as of 2026. No reservation is required, and the lot accepts cash, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Always confirm current rates before you sail.

Where does Virgin Voyages go from New York?

Most New York sailings are round-trip Bermuda cruises of 5 to 6 nights, plus a longer 9-night itinerary that adds Nassau and Charleston, and occasional Canada/New England departures. Bermuda is only about two sea days from Brooklyn.

How early should I arrive in New York before my cruise?

We recommend arriving at least one day early. Flying in on embarkation morning risks missing the ship if flights are delayed, and an overnight stay lets you reach the Brooklyn terminal relaxed and on time.

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Written by the Virgin Voyages First Mates at Pixie Vacations — a certified Virgin Voyages travel agency with 735+ five-star reviews. Our advisors have personally sailed Valiant Lady and Scarlet Lady and book Virgin Voyages at no added cost to you. Questions? Call 678-815-1584 or request a free Virgin Voyages quote.