The state has several major ports such as Cape May and Atlantic City that are popular departure points for cruises. These ports offer a variety of cruises, including:
- Dinner cruises: Some companies offer dinner cruises along the coast of New Jersey, which include live entertainment and a meal.
- Harbor cruises: These cruises depart from Cape May and Atlantic City and sail to destinations such as the Delaware Bay, the Cape May Canal, and the Absecon Inlet, where passengers can see historic ships, lighthouses, and the city's skyline.
- Sunset cruises: These cruises depart from Cape May, Atlantic City and other nearby towns and sail to destinations such as the coast of New Jersey, where passengers can enjoy the sunset and the beauty of nature.
- Fishing cruises: These cruises are focused on fishing, and they offer the opportunity to catch different types of fish along the coast of New Jersey. They can vary in duration from a half-day to a full day, and typically include a guide.
- Whale-watching cruises: These cruises depart from Cape May and Atlantic City and sail to destinations such as the coast of New Jersey, where passengers can see different types of whales, dolphins and other marine life.