Bangkok dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River is a MUST DO experience when you are visiting Bangkok. During your dinner cruise you will have an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Thai capital’s stunning scenery and famous historical sites such as the Royal Grand Palace & Wat Pra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha), Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), Bangkhunprom Palace, Kanlayanamitr Temple and the Rama VIII Bridge while floating on the river, sipping drinks and enjoying food on board.
Best Bangkok Dinner Cruises
There are many dinner cruises to choose from, so we have listed the 13 best Bangkok dinner cruises down below to ensure that you could choose the right one for your memorable night out in Bangkok with a gourmet dinner cruise along the Chao Phraya River.
1. Chao Phraya Princess Cruise
Chao Phraya Princess Cruise is one of the most popular cruises along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok where you can dine in a romantic atmosphere with an easy-listening jazz played by a professional live band. Chao Phraya Princess Cruise serves delicious Thai & International cuisine in buffet style. You can spend an exciting and memorable evening cruising and dining along the Chao Phraya River. For Indian customers, there is also a special cruise with Indian buffet served.
Meal: International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music band
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: ICONSIAM Pier, Asiatique The Riverfront Pier
Walk-in Price: 1,500 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Chao Phraya Princess Cruise
For a wider choice of cruise dates and departure piers, check here: Chao Phraya Princess Cruise tickets
2. White Orchid River Cruise
White Orchid River Cruise offers new experiences in the romantic and enjoyable atmosphere on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. White Orchid River Cruise uses a large white cruise ship which can accommodate up to 500 persons and provides its guests the luxury, comfort and convenience. It is a 3-deck cruise ship with an open-air deck on the 3rd floor where you can overlook the scenery of both sides of the river at night. Buffet Dinner is served with a variety of delightful Thai and Western cuisines. The highlight of White Orchid River Cruise is a possibility to enjoy the special “Cabaret Show” as well as Thai classical dance show, live music and disco.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music, Cabaret Show and Thai Classical Dance
Cruise time: 17:00-19:00 Twilight dinner cruise & 19:45-21:45 Dinner cruise
Meeting Point: Asiatique The Riverfront Pier, ICONSIAM Pier
Walk-in Price: Twilight dinner cruise - 1,400 THB/person, Dinner cruise - 1,600 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for White Orchid River Cruise
For a wider choice of cruise dates, departure times, piers and price comparison, check here: White Orchid River Cruise tickets.
3. Chao Phraya Cruise
Chao Phraya Cruise is another choice for you to enjoy impressive moments on Bangkok river cruises. It is a luxury 5-star cruise ship with an interior emphasizing the diversity of Thai art. Chao Phraya Cruise 290-seat ship is divided into upper 120-seat open-air decks and 170 seats in air-conditioned rooms. The delicious food served on the cruise is prepared by a skilled chef. On board, you can enjoy the harmonious Live Music with professional singers and a traditional Thai Greeting Dance. Chao Phraya Cruise passes by important sites such as Fort Wichai Chai Prasit, Kalyanamit Temple, Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Santichai Prakan Throne Hall and Rama VIII Bridge.
Meal: International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music and Thai Classical Dance
Cruise time: 19:00-21:00
Meeting Point: Asiatique The Riverfront Pier
Walk-in Price: 1,800 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Chao Phraya Cruise
4. Royal Princess Dinner Cruise
You can treat yourself to an unforgettable evening in Bangkok and bring your family to the Royal Princess Cruise. This luxurious boat will take you on a lovely voyage across the Chao Phraya River. You will be treated to a sumptuous buffet featuring a spread of international and local dishes for a truly special night.
Meal: International and Local Buffet
Entertainment: Live music
Cruise time: 16:45-18:45 Sunset Cruise & 19:30-21:30 Dinner Cruise
Meeting Point: Asiatique The Riverfront Pier
Walk-in Price: Sunset Cruise - 990 THB/person, Dinner Cruise - 1,190 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Royal Princess Dinner Cruise
5. Meridian Cruise
To share a special night with your loved ones in Bangkok and board the impressive Meridian Cruise. you will voyage along the remarkable Chao Phraya River and admire the breathtaking Bangkok skyline during your journey while savour a two hours buffet of a fusion of international food and seafood.
Meal: International Buffet and Seafood
Entertainment: Live music and Thai Classical Dance
Cruise time: 16:30-18:30 Sunset Cruise & 19:45-21:45 Dinner Cruise
Meeting Point: ICONSIAM Pier
Walk-in Price: Sunset Cruise - 1,200 THB/person, Dinner Cruise - 1,600 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Meridian Cruise
6. Wonderful Pearl Cruise
Wonderful Pearl Cruise is a large and elegant Bangkok river cruise ship offering a romantic dinner along Chao Phraya River that can take up to 350 persons on board. You will enjoy your meal with delightful Thai, Japanese, Western and International cuisine served in buffet style. There are performances of the Classic Thai masked play Khon and live pop and jazz music on the 360-degree panoramic deck of Wonderful Pearl Cruise deck.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music band, Thai traditional dance and jazz performance
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: River City Pier
Walk-in Price: 2,000 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Wonderful Pearl Cruise,
For a wider choice of cruise dates and price comparison, check here: Wonderful Pearl Cruise tickets
7. Alangka Cruise
You will experience the international buffet dinner at the luxury large Alangka Cruise and see 360 degree panorama view and relax yourself at the open air rooftop with perspective view that you shouldn’t miss.
Meal: International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music and Thai Classical Dance Show
Cruise time: 19:15-21:30
Meeting Point: ICONSIAM Pier
Walk-in Price: 2,000 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Alangka Cruise
For a wider choice of cruise dates and price comparison, check here: Alangka Cruise tickets
8. Viva Alangka Cruise
Enjoy a warm welcome onboard Viva Alangka Cruise and set out a dinner cruise on under the stars. Indulge in a large buffet dinner under candlelight with live music in a romantic atmosphere. Taste the large international buffet with fresh seafood elegantly arranged with appetizers, main courses, and desserts. Enjoy beautiful traditional Thai dancing performances on the cruise as you pass Bangkok's most stunning landmarks.
Meal: International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music and Thai traditional dance show
Cruise time: 17:00-19:00 Sunset Cruise & 19:45-21:45 Dinner Cruise
Meeting Point: Asiatique The Riverfront Pier, ICONSIAM Pier
Walk-in Price: Sunset Cruise - 1,400 THB/person, Dinner Cruise - 1,700 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Viva Alangka Cruise
For a wider choice of cruise dates, departure times, piers and price comparison, check here: Viva Alangka Cruise tickets.
9. River Star Princess Cruise
River Star Princess Cruise is a new cruise on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok. On board, you will enjoy Thai and International Buffet cuisine while cruising along the river and passing by Wat Arun, Grand Palace & Wat Pra Kaew, Rama VIII Bridge, Asiatique The Riverfront. River Star Princess Cruise offers live music entertainment and Thai classical dance performances.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music band, Thai classical dance performances
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: River City Pier
Walk-in Price: 1,600 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for River Star Princess Cruise
10. Smile Riverside Dinner Cruise
Spend an evening on the Chao Phraya River with Smile Riverside Cruise and feast on a Thai and international buffet. Enjoy live music from an onboard band as you take in views of the Grand Palace and Wat Arun.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet & Seafood
Entertainment: Live music and Thai classical dance
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: ICONSIAM Pier
Walk-in Price: 2,000 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Smile Riverside Dinner Cruise
For a wider choice of cruise dates and price comparison, check here: Smile Riverside Dinner Cruise tickets
11. Saffron Cruise by Banyan Tree Bangkok
Saffron Cruise is operated by one of the leading 5-star hotels in Bangkok, Banyan Tree Hotel. Celebrate Thailand’s artistic heritage and the timeless splendour of the Chao Phraya River with a dining experience that combines modern and traditional influences with stylistic touches, award-winning cuisine and entertainment celebrating Thailand’s rich cultural and gastronomic traditions.
Meal: 4 Course Set Menu
Dress code: Smart casual
Cruise time: 19:00-22:00
Meeting Point: ICONSIAM Pier
Walk-in Price: 2,850 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Saffron Cruise
12. Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise
Let the beauty of the city at night take your breath away on Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise that takes you past sights like the Temple Of Dawn and the Grand Palace. Eat dinner by candlelight and enjoy refreshments like tea and coffee.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Welcome Thai classical dance and live music with professional singers
Cruise time: 19:00-21:00
Meeting Point: Asiatique The Riverfront Pier
Walk-in Price: 1,500 THB/person
Special Price: Tickets for Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise
13. Luxury Cruise & Dine Experience at Above Riva
Cruise on the traditional Thai wooden boat along the Chao Phraya river for 1 hour. Then embark at Above Riva, Riva Arun Bangkok where you will enjoy authentic Thai food with the best view of Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn).
Meal: Above Riva Signature 5-Course Thai Dinner Set
Cruise & Dine time: 17:00-19:30
Meeting Point: Tha Maharaj Pier
Walk-in Price: 3,850 THB/person
Special Price: Discounted tickets for Cruise & Dine
Currently Unavailable Bangkok River Cruises
During COVID-19 pandemic, many of the best Bangkok river cruises suspended their operation and are currently not available.
Horizon Dinner Cruise
Horizon Dinner Cruise is one of the most luxurious Bangkok dinner cruises on the Chao Phraya River operated by Shangri-la Hotel. The dinner is available in both air-conditioned rooms and spacious decks and can accommodate up to 160 persons. You will catch sights of the Grand Palace, Wat Pho (Temple of Reclining Buddha) and Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) while cruising along the river in the delightful evening atmosphere of Bangkok. Horizon Dinner Cruise provides high standard food including Thai, Western, Asian and seafood served in buffet style.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music band, Thai classical dances and performances
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: Shangri-La pier
Temporarily unavailable!
Apsara Dinner Cruise
Apsara Dinner Cruise is operated by one of the leading 5-star hotels in Bangkok, Banyan Tree Hotel. One of the most elegant vintage-styled rice barges, around 120 years old, is used for the cruise that lets you see the Bangkok city and Chao Praya River illuminated at night time. The boat has been reconstructed into a beautiful dining room, providing an intimate space that can cater for up to 64 persons. Apsara Dinner Cruise provides set menu dinner featuring authentic Thai cuisine ranging from curries, seafood and soups to delicious traditional desserts.
Meal: Thai Set Menu
Dress code: Smart casual
Cruise time: 20:00-22:00
Meeting Point: River City Pier
Available for private charter only!
Manohra Cruise
Manohra Cruise operated by Bangkok Anantara River Resort & Spa is one of the most luxurious Thai style river cruises in Bangkok. Manohra Cruise is different from other cruises as they are offering cruise on an antique rice barge with a quiet and private dinner cruise experience. Manohra Cruise serves delicious Thai dishes for a luxurious 5-course dinner. The menu highlights are Gaeng Massamun Neua Gam, Ped Yang Sauce Cha Thai, Goong Lai Super Pad Pong Garee.
Meal: Thai Set Menu
Cruise time: 19:00-21:00
Meeting Point: Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort Pier
Available for private charter!
Tips
Normally, the rate is a subject to surcharge on special days such as Loy Krathong Festival (November - date to be advised), Christmas Eve (24 December), Christmas Day (25 December), New Year's Eve (31 December), New Year’s Day (1 January) and Valentine’s Day (14 February).
Cruise operation will also cease during the annual dry-docking period; exact dates will be advised by the cruise company on booking.
Round-trip transfer from hotel in Bangkok is often excluded.
How to get the pier
How to get to Asiatique the Riverfront Pier
By BTS and Boat: Take BTS to Saphan Taksin station (Exit No. 2), walk to Sathorn Pier and take a free shuttle boat of Asiatique the Riverfront for about 5 minutes
How to get to River City Pier (Si Phraya Pier)
By BTS and Boat: The nearest BTS Station is Saphan Taksin station (Exit No. 2) which is nearby Sathorn Pier from where you can take a free shuttle boat to River City Pier / Si Phraya Pier
By MRT: Take MRT (metro) to Hua Lamphong Station (Exit No. 3). Then take a taxi or tuk-tuk to the River City Pier
How to get to ICONSIAM Pier
By Boat: You can take a free shuttle boat from Ratchawongse Pier (09:00-23:00), Si Phraya Pier (09:00-23:00), CAT Telecom Pier (09:00-23:00) or Sathorn Pier (08:00-23:30) to ICONSIAM (departs every 10-15 minutes)
By BTS and Boat: You can take BTS to Saphan Taksin Station (Exit No. 2) and take a free shuttle boat from the nearby Sathorn Pier to ICONSIAM
By BTS and taxi: You can take BTS to Krung Thonburi Station and take a taxi for around 10-15 minutes to ICONSIAM
Where to Stay in Bangkok?
What is the best place to stay in Bangkok if you're planning to take one of Chao Phraya River Cruises? The answer can be found here: Guide to Bangkok Best Areas.