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Washington DC Buffet Lunch Cruise 2 hr

TourTruth score 2.9 out of 10

Below average

1,428 reviews · Rated on 2 providers · How we score

  • Washington DC
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Cruise the Potomac past Washington, DC landmarks while enjoying a buffet lunch, coffee and tea, and DJ music aboard.

About this tour

See Washington, DC from the water on a 2-hour buffet lunch cruise along the Potomac River. Sunlight glints off the river as the city’s landmarks come into view, offering a fresh perspective on the capital’s waterfront.

Settle in for a buffet meal with freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts, accompanied by coffee, hot tea, and iced tea. DJ music adds a lively soundtrack while you take in views of the Washington Monument and other iconic sights. The cruise description also names Old Town Alexandria and National Harbor among the landmarks along the route.

This Washington DC buffet lunch cruise pairs a relaxed meal with time on the water, whether you’re joining for lunch or brunch. Boarding begins 45 minutes before departure, so arrive early and bring valid photo ID for each guest. Book your Washington DC buffet lunch cruise for a memorable view of the city from the Potomac.

Highlights

  • Cruise the Potomac River past Washington, DC landmarks
  • Savor a buffet lunch or brunch with coffee and tea
  • Enjoy DJ music and river views from the ship

What's included

Included

  • Buffet menu
  • DJ music
  • 2-hour lunch or brunch cruise
  • Taxes and fees
  • Coffee and tea

Not included

  • Other drinks not listed in the inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

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Important information

  • Boarding begins 45 minutes before departure; arrive early, as late arrivals may miss the boat
  • Check in with a valid photo ID for each guest
  • Children 3 and under ride free; include them in the booking so the crew can accommodate them
  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
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  • Strollers and service animals are allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible, including transportation options
  • Cabaret-style seating may place guests with other parties; specific seating cannot be guaranteed
  • Only the number of guests on a confirmed voucher are guaranteed to sit together; reservations may not be combined
  • Casual, comfortable attire is encouraged

Frequently asked questions

How long is the cruise?

The lunch or brunch cruise lasts 2 hours.

When should I arrive?

Boarding begins 45 minutes before departure. Arrive early, as late arrivals may miss the boat.

Are children 3 and under charged?

Children 3 and under ride free, but include them in your booking so the crew can accommodate them.

Is the cruise wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The cruise and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

Can my group sit together?

Only the number of guests on a confirmed voucher are guaranteed to sit together. Seating may be shared with other parties, and specific seating cannot be guaranteed.

How this score is calculated

This tour scores 3.97 on Viator and 4.20 on GetYourGuide. Ratings on these sites cluster near the top of the 5-star scale, so we compare each one with all other ratings on the same site before combining them.

How the score works and rating distribution in Washington DC
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 2.9.

Provider rating distribution in Washington DC

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