City Cruises Philadelphia: Signature Dinner Cruise with Buffet
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Grab your friends or that special someone and get ready for three hours of fun on the waters of Philadelphia! This dinner cruise includes amazing DJ entertainment and views of the magnificent skyline. Enjoy a chef-prepared buffet dinner from the interior climate-controlled dining decks and gaze upon Philadelphia's twinkling lights from the exterior outer deck.
Departing from Penn’s Landing, a dinner cruise on the Delaware River lets you relax and enjoy the beauty of Philly’s historic waterfront.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants aged 2 years and under are free of charge (meal not included).
Seating is only guaranteed together for the number of tickets confirmed on this voucher. Reservations may not be combined.
Dress code: We encourage casual attire that is informal and comfortable, (khakis, nice jeans, dresses, casual button-ups/blouses) for your day on the water.
Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to departure. Guests must arrive early, as late arrivals will likely miss the boat.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Delicious dinner buffet attended by server, with freshly prepared entrees, salads and desserts
Unlimited coffee, hot tea, and iced tea
Onboard entertainment and DJ music for fun from start to finish
Spectacular views of the Philadelphia skyline and waterfront landmarks
Soda, creative cocktails, wine and beer are available for purchase
What To Expect
City Cruises Philadelphia
Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner, fun music and incredible views.
Penn's Landing
Your cruise departs from Penn’s Landing
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Dinner Cruise
2.5-hour dinner cruise
Reviews
367 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect night
Michael P,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I enjoyed every bit of the cruise. The crew was friendly and attentive. The food was excellent. The music was great and the views were spectacular.
Delaware Dinner Cruise
Sherry R,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Typical buffet food but beautiful views. If you want to pay extra, the crab dip is amazing for an appetizer.
Worth it!
Kimberly M,
Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Boarding was easy and we were directed to our table quickly. The cruise lasted about 2.5 hours and the views were beautiful. The crew was very nice. We did not buy drinks but Joy kept checking on us. She even brought us a rose and special nibble for our anniversary. The food was ok, but hey, it’s a buffet on a boat and was clearly not cooked on board. It was about what we expected. The music was a little loud but most everyone was having a great time. We really enjoyed it overall.
Great staff and wonderful views
Crystal C,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The staff was EXCELLENT. My husband is in wheelchair and they made certain he was comfortable and had everything he needed. The views were amazing and the overall experience was great. My only complaint is the food was subpar.
Dinner cruise
Michael H,
Sep 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Food was good!! Nice selection! Outside decks had a good atmosphere!! Waitress could have been a little more friendly
Very nice and smooth...
Donald E,
Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice and smooth ride. Good service. Food is excellent. Be aware that there is music and dancing, but aimed at a younger crowd and ethnic oriented (hip hop).
Date Night
Francine B,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Nice dinner cruise for any occassion. We wanted a memorable date night. We had a good time. Food was okay, second time around.
Take the plunge and go in this cruise! It is lots of fun.
Deb W,
Aug 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an awesome time on the spirit of Philadelphia ! The crew was welcoming and attentive, the food was fantastic ! We had a wonderful dinner and then enjoyed the rest of cruise outside on the deck enjoying the city sites. .
Memorable Cruise Experience
Regina S,
Aug 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were able to see waterfront views of Philadelphia. The DJ played the most current hits along with classic R&B hits. In this instance, it was nice and I’m definitely in tune with what was played, but being 63, some Smooth Jazz would have been nice blended in also. The food was exceptionally delicious and plentiful. My plate was always full at the buffet. Starting out was a bit rocky. It was difficult to get our first round of cocktails. Not sure the reasoning; understaffed, etc. Things smoothed out eventually. I give it 5 stars because of the city view, the food, and the staff who did their best to make it a memorable experience. They were professional. Also because there was an opportunity to have professional pictures taken which made it more memorable. I recommend.
The food was amazing and...
Joey S,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The food was amazing and the trip overall was great. After dinner we watched the city skyline and danced and had a great time. Highly recommend this trip to anyone who is visiting Philly
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