DINNER CRUISE TOURS
The evening, on the water.
The 15 most popular city tours, reviewed. Where each one sails, what lands on the plate, the price per head and who runs the boat.
A 3-hour Bateaux Premier dinner cruise from Chelsea Piers with live music, skyline views of Hudson and East Rivers, and an included meal.
Most Popular“We had an absolutely wonderful time on the night cruise. From the moment we stepped aboard, everything felt well-organized, welcoming, and upscale. The boat itself was lovely, clean, and spacious.”
2.5-hour NYC dinner cruise from Pier 61 with a fresh buffet, unlimited tea/coffee/water, DJ dancing, and skyline views from Lady Liberty to One World Trade.
“The bathrooms were horrible. We asked to move to a different table because of a special child and we were next to flashing lights and dj but were never moved.”
Cruise the Potomac on the Spirit of Washington with an attended buffet, DJ energy, and 360° views of DC landmarks for about 2.5 hours.
“The cruise was great. Great atmosphere and the staff were amazing”
Sip unlimited mimosas or savor a 3-course plated dinner on a Potomac River cruise with 360° DC monument views.
“The food was very good as well as the service. The views were nice but we're overshadowed by the fact that we got to be guests at a wedding reception!”
NYC dinner cruise with live music and a 5-course plated dinner. See Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan Bridge, Liberty, Ellis Island, and more.
“The boat never showed, we waited 40 minutes, along with about 30 other people in 4° weather. No one received an email or phone call and the tour phone went to voicemail. We planned out night, got dressed up, and paid for a taxi both ways.”
A 3-hour Potomac dinner cruise with plated 3-course dining, live DJ music, and big views of DC landmarks from the Odyssey.
“The dinner cruise was beautiful and relaxing yet fun. The music was really nice and had a great time dancing. The food was okay, expected a little more base on the price of this cruise. But all in all it was very nice.”
City Cruises Philadelphia Signature Dinner Cruise: 2.5 hours on the Delaware River with buffet dinner, DJ music, and skyline views.
“Well, the food was not that great. This particular time it was cold downstairs. When the upstairs was just as warm and fancy upstairs. It just was not a joyable trip.This time for my wife's birthday”
Enjoy a San Diego Bay dinner cruise with skyline views, DJ music, and a plated 3-course meal aboard a luxury yacht from Grape Street Pier.
“Beautiful views, …………,delicious food,………. friendly staff, ……….overall fun experience ……………. Would recommend the experience”
Book a 2–2.5 hour Spirit of Baltimore cruise with a DJ, buffet meal, and panoramic Inner Harbor views for about $69 per person.
“I really recommend this activity. The music was awesome and beautiful view from the boat. The only thing I would like is the buffet to have a better selection. The person who was giving us the meat just gave me pretty small portion. The meat was the only food that I really enjoyed.”
City Cruises Washington DC Potomac buffet dinner cruise with sunset views, DJ music, and sightseeing passes on the way.
“The food was not great. The staff were good. For us this was a waste of money. I will probably not book another dinner cruise. Also paid extra for soda. It was not included.”
Quebec City dinner cruise with 3 or 5 courses, local bistronomic flavors, sunset views of Château Frontenac, and DJ dancing.
Watch a Golden Dragon water puppet show and enjoy a night river cruise on Indochina Queen with hotel pickup from District 1.
“The guide I think was only starting out, his English wasn't too great so there was a little language barrier/struggle but he did really try. The water puppet show was fantastic to watch! The dinner cruise was a bit of a let down. The food was mediocre/poor, it was buffet style so some of it…”
A 2.5-hour Marina del Rey dinner cruise with DJ music, a plated duet entree, and sunset-to-twilight harbor views from outdoor decks.
“Staff was great. It was a lot of fun but the food was not very good. My wife enjoyed her chicken dinner but I ordered the flat iron steak and never finished it because it was pretty bad.”
A 3-hour City Cruises San Francisco signature dinner cruise with bay views, a buffet dinner, unlimited soft drinks, and an onboard DJ.
““We loved everything! The service, the dinner, and the atmosphere made our 25th anniversary celebration super special. Thank you 😊⚓️ thanks a lot.”
A 2.5-hour Norfolk buffet dinner cruise with DJ music, skyline views, and a full bar vibe. Plan to board early.
“Phenomenal experience. If you left the cruise hungry it was your own dang fault. Great variety and great food. Desserts were scrumptious. DJ played great music and the entire crew was outstanding. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.”
The rivers, harbours and bays where the table is set after dark, city by city.
