The Experience
Your experience starts at Pier 4 along Water Street, where you collect your boarding pass at the dockside office before heading down the pier to board the Spirit of Washington. After being met by the crew at the entrance, you are shown to your table inside the fully climate-controlled dining cabin as the vessel prepares to slip away from the wharf and onto the Potomac River.
Once the boat is out on the water, the buffet opens up with a wide variety of freshly prepared options. You can head up to the food stations and help yourself to crisp salads, warm entrees and desserts at your own speed while watching the scenery float by. The large panoramic windows offer wide views across the river, making it simple to spot landmarks such as the Washington Monument, historic Old Town Alexandria and National Harbour without having to navigate street noise or busy footpaths. Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water are available throughout your meal.
After you have finished eating, the boat continues its journey along the waterway, giving you plenty of time to walk around and take in the atmosphere. You can head upstairs to the open-air rooftop lounge to feel the breeze and photograph the shoreline from the outdoor deck. A DJ provides music throughout the trip, and the dance floor fills up in the lounge area as the vessel turns around to head back towards the city.
Your two-hour cruise finishes as the ship ties up back at Pier 4, leaving you right on the waterfront to carry on with your day.
What’s Included:
- 2-hour cruise along the Potomac River aboard the Spirit of Washington
- Buffet lunch with salads, main dishes, and desserts
- Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea, and water
- Access to the open-air rooftop lounge with DJ music and dance floor
Step aboard for great food and river views!
Important Information
Reservation confirmation is required. On the day of your cruise, please check in at the ticket booth at least 45 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Guest should present their voucher(s) and photo identification to receive their boarding documents.
The Spirit has a deck and restrooms that can accommodate most standard-sized wheelchairs. Our crew is happy to aide passengers that need assistance. Please advise of this at the time of booking. Boarding begins 30 minutes before the cruise begins. All interior areas of our ship are non-smoking areas. Passengers who smoke may do so on the outdoor observation decks.
All cruise tickets are non-refundable. However, for parties of 19 guests or fewer you may reschedule your cruise free of charge with at least seven days advance notice. If you must reschedule your cruise less than one week prior to the cruise date, you will incur a rebooking fee.
Your Golden Moments voucher is not a ticket - please activate your voucher at www.goldenmoments.uk/redemption so we can arrange your booking for you.
To upgrade your ticket or add additional participants to your booking, simply reach out to our friendly customer service team.
The Weather
Ships are fully enclosed and climate-controlled for your comfort. We sail rain or shine year round.
Session Length
Your lunch cruise will last for 2 hours depending on the day you choose. Time of the cruises vary according to the day.
Numbers
This voucher is for one person. You will share the cruise with other passengers. Smaller parties may be seated together.
Spectators
Spectators are not allowed. Anyone wishing to join you on the cruise should hold a valid voucher.
What To Wear
For men, appropriate attire includes slacks and a polo or button down shirt. For women, nice slacks, Capri pants or a sundress is recommended. Although allowed, we strongly discourage collarless t-shirts, jeans, shorts or athletic shoes.
Availability
This lunch cruise is available on selected days through the week.
Location
Washington.
