ON THE WATER · WASHINGTON DC DINNER CRUISES
The 6 best washington dc dinner cruises you can book today, with the fare, the sailing time and what actually arrives at the table. Number one fills its tables for a reason; start there.
Board the Spirit of Washington at Pier 4 for a two to two-and-a-half-hour Potomac cruise with lunch, dinner, or brunch options. You’ll have a private table, attended buffet or plated meal, music, and views of Alexandria, National Harbor, the Washington Monument, and more.
“The atmosphere was nice. The food choices could be better.”
Cruise Washington’s Potomac River aboard The Odyssey for a buffet brunch or three-course dinner. You’ll dine at a private table, see the Washington and Lincoln Memorials from the water, and use three climate-controlled decks. Brunch includes unlimited mimosas, coffee, hot tea, and iced tea.
“It was a fun evening with great food and entertainment!! All staff were very nice and welcoming. It was a “a good feeling “ atmosphere! Thanks to all!!”
Spend about two hours aboard a modern City Cruises dining ship, with a buffet lunch, coffee, tea, onboard bars, DJ music, and views of the Washington Monument, Alexandria, Reagan National Airport, and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. Expect assigned seating and a social party atmosphere.
“We loved this short cruise. The staff were very friendly and the food was great. The only negative is the loud music. It was hard to have a conversation with family and friends due to the loudness of the music.”
Board the Odyssey at Washington’s Wharf for a 2.5 to 3 hour Potomac dinner cruise. You’ll have a guaranteed table, plated three-course meal, monument views, live DJ music, and an open-air deck. Dress smart casual, arrive early, and budget extra for drinks.
“So much fun, excellent DJ and servers went above & beyond to insure all guests and a great experience”
Board at Gangplank Marina for a 2-hour Washington DC brunch cruise with a buffet of breakfast and lunch dishes, bottomless mimosas, coffee, tea, DJs, and Potomac views. Expect assigned seating, three climate-controlled dining rooms, outdoor decks, and a lively party mood rather than a quiet sightseeing boat ride.
“It was awesome experience our waiter Wayne was exceptionally attentive!!!!!! The whole staff was amazing”
Spend about three hours aboard City Cruises Washington DC for a buffet dinner, Potomac River views, sunset sightseeing, and DJ-led dancing. You’ll see landmarks such as the Washington Monument and may pass the memorials, Kennedy Center, or Alexandria, though the route can vary.
“Food was decent. People working were super nice but service was chaotic at first. Took a long time to get our initial drink. They made it up to us and we had great views and overall a good time.”
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