ON THE WATER · WASHINGTON DC DINNER CRUISES
The 12 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.”
Spend about two hours aboard City Cruises with a guaranteed table, freshly prepared brunch, free-flowing champagne, mimosas, sparkling cider, and live DJ music. You will see the Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, and The Wharf from the water before returning to 580 Water St SW.
“Fabulous way to find hidden gems either super friendly & knowledgeable guides. We had a great, small group which meant we could chat to everyone”
Spend two hours on the Potomac aboard a double-decker party yacht, with a buffet brunch, cocktails, mimosas, beer, wine, seltzers, soft drinks, and music. Board at Georgetown Waterfront near Nick’s Riverside Grill. Bring photo ID, and plan for a rain-or-shine cruise with no stops.
“The music was really good, the bartender did not skimp on the alcohol! All in all was a good time but do mite that there is no AC on the boat and it was a 90 degree day, needless to say we were sweating... alot.”
Choose a two-hour brunch with unlimited mimosas or a three-hour dinner with a plated meal aboard the Odyssey. Cruise past the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial, enjoy live DJ music, and use the outdoor decks for city views. Reserve your whole party together for shared seating.
Spend about two hours aboard a City Cruises boat on the Potomac, with a freshly prepared buffet, unlimited coffee and tea, and a DJ. Depart from 580 Water St SW at 1:00 pm, then return to the same pier. Check the date and duration carefully before booking.
“The crew made the dining and travel experience awesome. Great service and the meal was excellent. Dessert was delicious. Kudos to the DJ for setting the ambience and making it special and fun.”
Spend Thanksgiving afternoon on City Cruises’ two-hour Potomac River lunch cruise from Pier 4. You’ll have a reserved table, chef-prepared holiday buffet, unlimited coffee and tea, live DJ music, outdoor decks, and views of Washington’s famous waterfront sights. Drinks from the bar cost extra.
Spend two hours on the Potomac with a chef-prepared brunch buffet, unlimited coffee and tea, and unlimited mimosas for adults with valid ID. A live DJ provides the soundtrack while you view the Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery, Old Town Alexandria, and National Harbor from the boat.
“Highly recommended one hour cruise on the Danube in the afternoon. We took the 3.40 ferry and it was wonderful. Discovering the beauty of this city with sunlight and returning with the lights of the same monuments and streets, and 'wRead moreAuto-translated”
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