A 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 the 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.
There are many dinner cruises to choose from, so we have listed the 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. Horizon Dinner Cruise
Horizon Dinner Cruise is one of the most luxurious Bangkok dinner cruises on the Chao Phraya River operated by the 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 the 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
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
2. 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 Phraya River illuminated at nighttime. 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 a 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
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
3. Chao Phraya Princess Cruise
Chao Phraya Princess Cruise is one of the most popular cruises along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, where you can dine in a romantic atmosphere with 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 an Indian buffet served.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music band
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: Asiatique The Riverfront Pier, ICONSIAM Pier
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
4. 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 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 the White Orchid River Cruise is the possibility to enjoy the special “Cabaret Show” as well as Thai classical dance shows, live music, and disco.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music, cabaret shows, and Thai classical dance
Cruise time: 19:45-21:45
Meeting Point: Asiatique Pier
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
5. Wonderful Pearl Cruise
Wonderful Pearl Cruise is a large and elegant Bangkok river cruise ship offering a romantic dinner along the 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 the Wonderful Pearl Cruise.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music band, Thai classical dance, and performances
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: River City Pier
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
6. Chaophraya Cruise
Chaophraya 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. The Chaophraya Cruise's 290-seat ship is divided into an upper 120-seat open-air deck 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. Chaophraya 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: Thai and International Buffet
Cruise time: 19:00-21:00
Meeting Point: Asiatique Pier
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
7. 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 a 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, and Goong Lai Super Pad Pong Garee.
Meal: Thai Set Menu
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort Pier
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
8. Riverside Bangkok Cruise
Riverside Bangkok Cruise is another large cruise in Bangkok that can take up to 800 persons for a cruise from Krung Thon Bridge to Rama 9 Bridge on the Chao Phraya River. The cruise ship is decorated in modern Thai style. On the River Side Bangkok Cruise, you can enjoy delicious food from a variety of cuisines, including Thai, Chinese, and Japanese. There are live music and Thai dance performances throughout the night.
Meal: Thai and International Buffet
Entertainment: Live music band and Thai classical dance
Cruise time: 19:30-21:30
Meeting Point: Riverside Bangkok Hotel Pier
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
9. River Star Princess Cruise
The River Star Princess Cruise is a 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, and 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
Special Price: deal on KLOOK
Tips
For an extended list of the Chao Phraya River cruises, explore the most comprehensive cruise guide at Dinner Cruise BKK.
Normally, the rate is 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 a hotel in Bangkok is normally excluded.
How to get the pier
Explore the best ways to get to the dinner cruise pier in different parts of Bangkok Riverside.
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
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 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 shuttle boat from Si Phraya Pier or Sathorn Pier to ICONSIAM (departs every 10-15 minutes).
By BTS and Boat: You can take the BTS to Saphan Taksin Station (Exit No. 2) and take a shuttle boat from the nearby Sathorn Pier to ICONSIAM.
By BTS and taxi: You can take the BTS to Krung Thonburi Station and take a taxi for around 10-15 minutes to ICONSIAM.
How to get Shangri-La Bangkok boat pier
By BTS: Take BTS and get off at Saphan Taksin Station, take Exit No. 4, and walk for 550 m to Horizon Cruise at the Shangri-La Hotel Pier.
Where to Stay in Bangkok?
What is the best place to stay in Bangkok if you're planning to take one of the Chao Phraya River cruises? The answer can be found here: Where to Stay in Bangkok.
