Washington DC night cruise on the Potomac

Washington DC Night Cruises, Both Compared

Two Potomac River cruises run after dark in Washington DC: a buffet dinner sailing with DJ and dancing, and an open-bar party yacht for a 21-and-over crowd.

Short answer

The most-reviewed sailing is the City Cruises Buffet Dinner Cruise, rated 4.2 across 936 reviews and including a full buffet (see DC Cruise Length). The Boomerang Party Yacht is the open-bar option, rated 4.0 across 63 reviews. Prices sit on the live listings rather than here, and both cruises offer free cancellation.

Both Night Cruises, Ranked By Review Volume

Buffet Dinner Cruise

Buffet Dinner Cruise

4.2 936 verified reviews

2 to 2.5 hours · City Cruises

DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise runs through City Cruises. Rated 4.2 across 936 reviews. Runs 2 to 2.5 hours. From $74.48.

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Party Yacht, Open Bar

Party Yacht, Open Bar

4 63 verified reviews

2 hours · Boomerang Boat Tours

Washington DC Party Yacht Open Bar Cruise on the Potomac runs through Boomerang Boat Tours. Rated 4.0 across 63 reviews. Runs 2 hours. From $75.

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Prefer land? See monuments by night or night bike tours.

Dinner Or Party Boat?

Travelers who want a full meal and a calmer evening pick the buffet dinner cruise; travelers who want an open bar and a livelier crowd pick the party yacht. Both offer free cancellation.

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From $74.48 · ★ 4.2 (936) · Likely to sell out · free cancellation Check availability →