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3 Lunch Experiences in Washington DC to Build a Day Around

3 tours  ·  from $59

The 3 best lunch experiences you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise - Boarding at Pier 4 and settling into your table
Buffet Experiences, Cruises & Boat Tours, Dining Experiences, Dinner Experiences, Lunch Experiences, Potomac River Cruises, Tour Reviews

DC: City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

1.City Cruises Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 692 reviews · from $65Our pick

Spend 2 to 2.5 hours aboard the Spirit of Washington, dining on a buffet or plated dinner while the DJ supplies the soundtrack. You will pass the Washington Monument, Old Town Alexandria, National Harbor, and more. Servers such as Dwayne are known for adding warm, personal service.

“It was awesome, we had a great time!! Can’t wait to do it again!”

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DC: City Cruises Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise - Brunch: Mimosas, Buffet Choices, and a Livelier Mood
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DC: City Cruises Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

2.City Cruises Gourmet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 541 reviews · from $65

Spend two hours aboard City Cruises’ Odyssey, dining at a private table as Washington’s monuments pass along the Potomac. Choose a buffet brunch with unlimited mimosas or a three-course dinner, then step onto the climate-controlled decks for 360-degree views.

“Best brunch and service I have seen in a long time. The staff was excellent the only misguiding info was saying it was a band. It was a Dj however, we enjoyed it.”

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City Cruises DC: Scenic Buffet Lunch Cruise - Boarding at The Wharf and getting settled
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City Cruises DC: Scenic Buffet Lunch Cruise

3.City Cruises DC: Scenic Buffet Lunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 418 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $58Best value

Spend about two hours aboard a modern City Cruises ship with a buffet lunch, coffee, tea, DJ music, and Potomac views. You’ll pass the Washington Monument, Reagan National Airport, Alexandria, and the Woodrow Wilson Bridge. Expect assigned cabaret seating, dancing, and a lively party mood.

“Great lunch, really nice cruise on the river. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Customer Service was top notch in answering questions Highly recommend if you have a few hours to spend in the area.”

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