River Cruise and Six Course Tasting Menu Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 30 minutes

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The Ultimate Fusion of the Finest River and Dining Experiences in Oxford.

Combine a serene river cruise, with a superb six-course tasting experience at one of Oxford's finest restaurant.

Your experience begins boarding one of our elegant Edwardian River Launches for a 45 minute cruise taking in the highlights of river life in Oxford. We see Folly Bridge, Christchurch Meadows, the University boat houses and part of the Regatta course whilst a complementary glass of Champagne is served. This can be a wonderful time to be on the river as the sun gets lower in the sky and the light takes on a magical quality.

We disembark at The Folly, where your exquisite meal will be served in charming surroundings either inside the restaurant or on the floating river terrace. The tasting menu is a showcase of the very best seasonal dishes, and there is the option of a 6 course wine pairing, or alternatively you can choose from a comprehensive wine list to complement your meal

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Dress code is smart casual

Vegetarian option is available

Minimum drinking age is 18

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Thames River

Cruise along the beautiful river Thames

Admission Not Applicable

Christ Church

Cruise by Christ Church college and meadows.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Six Course Tasting Menu, at The Folly Riverside Restaurant

Glass of Champagne is included. Optional Wine Pairing with the meal £39 per person

Options

River Cruise and Six Course Tasting Menu Experience

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A wonderful evening on the river followed by a super meal.
T8886HIlizf,,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Super experience and Victoria, our skipper, was well informed. We followed up with dinner, which was delicious. Everyone had a wonderful time. The only issue we had was that the restaurant itself was very loud which made us have to shout to be heard.
First time Folly cruise and 6 course tasting, loved it!
Maps63096857134,,Aug 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful day cruising along the river then back to the Folly for a delicious 6 course tasting menu. It was so sunny and so relaxing. We will look at other cruises based on this. Thank you
Great evening in Oxford
320kathrynh,,Oct 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The boat ride was really pleasant. Its a fun way to see Oxford from a different perspective. The boat driver was really nice and we had a great conversation about some Oxford traditions and celebrations. I enjoyed the dinner at the Folly. It would be difficult to pick a favorite dish but if pressed I would say that the fennel ice cream with peppercorns was the best. The server explained each dish and the wine pairing with it. The setting and decor was less stuffy than I was expecting for a tasting menu. Highly recommend!
Cruise and six course tasting menu - what a delight.
A2680UZalanh,,Sep 3, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Took an evening rivers cruise, in a smaller type cruise boat, followed by a six course tasting menu at The Folly, Oxford. What a pleasure, the boat is a perfect size with pull down sides if the weather turns poor, and our skipper Evie was a delight and very informative. Lovely boat trip and fabulous food to finish.