The 15 Best Dinner Cruises with a Show in Bangkok

1.Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,811 reviews · 2 hours · from $31Our pick

Board at ICONSIAM Pier 4 for a two-hour evening cruise on the Chao Phraya. You’ll eat a Thai and international buffet, listen to live singers, watch traditional Thai dance, and view Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Bangkok’s lit riverfront. English and Thai hosts assist at check-in. Alcohol costs extra, and rooftop seating is not guaranteed.

“The staff were extremely helpful when we were running late to the pier by helping expedite our checking so we didn't miss the cruise. We are so grateful to them.”

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2.Royal Princess River Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 535 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Spend two hours aboard the Royal Princess, cruising from Asiatique along the Chao Phraya River. You’ll get an unlimited Thai, Western, Japanese, and seafood buffet, a welcome drink, live music, and views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, ICONSIAM, and Rama VIII Bridge. Choose between air-conditioned decks and an open rooftop, but expect general admission seating and a crowded boarding area.

“Palin was a very nice guide with extensive knowledge about the Chiang Mai region and Thailand. History and culture. Gave great tips and excursions to do. 5 Star ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐”

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3.Grand Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise with Live Show

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 114 reviews · 2 hours · from $48

Spend two hours aboard a Chao Phraya dinner cruise departing from Asiatique. Enjoy a Thai and international buffet, candlelit dining, coffee or tea, live singers, and a Thai classical dance welcome. From the open deck, you can see Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Rama VIII Bridge, and waterfront hotels. Check-in is at warehouse no. 7.

“Badly organised. Bad communication. The address for the meet up point was not correct. It was so crowded even though we arrived an hour earlier. It was stressful. Staff was over stressed and not helpful. By the time we reached the counter it was already closed. We got a message about the meet up point only after the counter was closed . We had to request 6 staff members for help before one finally helped us to get on board. Value for money was almost not worth it. Food was very average . Only drink available was beer. Glass of wine costed €15- All in all experience was not in…”

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4.Opulence Buffet Dinner Cruise & Cultural Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 53 reviews · from $64

Board at ICONSIAM at 8:00 pm for a 2-hour-15-minute cruise on the Chao Phraya River. You’ll get a Thai and international buffet, welcome drink, coffee, tea, water, live music, and nighttime views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and Rama VIII Bridge. The vessel can hold up to 500 people.

“Boat is beautiful. Sushi is great. The rest of the seafood is so so. The prawn not fresh, the noodles too sweet. The meat just ok, not great...not tender.”

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5.Bangkok Dinner Cruise with Intl Buffet, Live Music & Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $132

Enjoy a two-hour evening cruise from ICONSIAM with an international buffet, seafood, live music, and views of Bangkok’s temples, bridges, and palaces. A private English-speaking guide and hotel transfers are included. Thai dancing is advertised, but its availability should be confirmed before booking.

“Lovely live band 👏👏 and great 👍 services . Ready appreciated your hard work and warmest welcome from you all .”

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6.White Orchid Sunset Dinner Cruise Calypso Ladyboy Cabaret Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $62

Meet at Asiatique at 5:00 pm for a sunset cruise past Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Bangkok’s bridges. Enjoy a halal international buffet, seafood, and live music, then attend Calypso Cabaret at 7:30 pm for 13 song-and-dance numbers, one drink, and reserved best-available seating.

“When we arrived at meeting point we were given multiple redirections by people & even 2 ladies at white orchid counter, sent us everywhere to check in except where we spose to be hence we ended up back at cruise counter & by time we Read more”

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7.Bangkok Chaophraya Dinner Cruise with Thai Cultural Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · from $51

Board at Asiatique at 8 pm for a 2-hour-15-minute dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya. You’ll receive a welcome drink, an assigned table, Thai and international buffet dishes, seafood, soft drinks, and coffee or tea. Live music, Thai classical dance, and a Khon show accompany views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, ICONSIAM, and Rama VIII Bridge.

“Just a beautiful experience. If you are planning a dinner trip, you should book this trip.”

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8.Smile Dinner Cruise Experience: Dining & Live Entertainment

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · from $55

Spend about two hours cruising Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River from ICONSIAM at 7:30 pm. You’ll eat from a Thai and international buffet while watching traditional Thai dancing and cabaret. Drinks cost extra, seating is pre-arranged, and high or low tide may change the route past major sights.

“Een goeie tip mocht het regen voorspeld zijn neem dan voor het zekerheid een paraplu mee, dit omdat bij voor intrek in de rij buiten sta zonder een overkapping.”

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9.Royal Princess Cruise with Buffet Dinner & Show

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $52

Board the Royal Princess at Asiatique The Riverfront for a three-hour evening cruise on the Chao Phraya. You’ll enjoy a Thai and international buffet, live band music, and views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Rama VIII Bridge. Arrive early, since boarding arrangements have caused confusion for some bookings.

“je n'ai pas pu embarqué ma réservation à été modifier c'est pour moi inacceptable”

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10.White Orchid Dinner Cruise at Bangkok with Pickup & Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 7 reviews · from $103

You’ll board the White Orchid at River City Bangkok for a roughly two-hour evening cruise past Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and Bangkok’s bridges. A buffet, welcome drink, Thai classical dance, live music, and cabaret fill the night. Hotel pickup is offered, with an upgrade option for round-trip transfers.

“The food was very good and also the show - the band and the traditional dance, the view of the city by night beautiful, but it was full and we stay down.”

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11.Evening Dinner Cruise with Live Music Chao Phraya

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $53

You’ll board a modern cruise from a confirmed Bangkok pier, sip a welcome drink, and spend two hours on the Chao Phraya with Thai and international buffet dishes, live music, and traditional Thai dance. The route passes Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Bangkok’s lit skyline. Hotel pickup may be available, depending on your selected option.

“Çünkü tekneye binemedik Saatini değiştirmişler Saat 19 da olan etkinlik 18 e alınmış”

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12.Grand Pearl: Luxury Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 4 reviews · from $60

Board the Grand Pearl at River City Bangkok for a two-hour evening cruise with Thai and international buffet dishes, classical Thai dance, live music, and views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and the Chao Phraya. Drinks cost extra, and smart-casual dress is expected.

“The only memorable time was the fireworks. The rest was very boring. Intertainment sucked - big time!”

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13.Royal Galaxy Dinner Cruise with Siam Fantasy Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3 reviews · from $46

You’ll pair a Chao Phraya River cruise with Bangkok landmarks, a buffet meal, and the Siam Fantasy cultural show. Choose sunset cruising from 5:15 to 6:45 PM or dinner cruising from 8 to 10 PM. Transfers from central Bangkok are optional, and the cruise may use Royal Princess during Royal Galaxy maintenance.

“Great program. The views are great from the boat. The food is good despite the number of people. The typical show is really nice. Super well done.”

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14.Vela Dinner Buffet Cruise with Bangkok Night Views and Shows

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $30Best value

Spend two hours aboard the VELA Dinner Cruise from Asiatique, eating a Thai and international buffet as Bangkok’s temples, bridges, and skyline glow along the Chao Phraya River. Live music, Thai dance, a welcome drink, and river views are included. The cruise returns to Asiatique at about 9:00 pm.

“The start was very chaotic. Showed up at the booth, at the designated time, and no one was there. No arrow or indicator to check in with the booth next door (different name). Once outside, no big indicator where you're supposed to line up....tRead more”

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15.White Orchid Dinner Cruise from Bangkok with Pickup & Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2 reviews · from $104

You’ll board the White Orchid at River City Bangkok for a four-hour evening on the Chao Phraya River. Expect a welcome drink, Thai and international buffet dishes, classical Thai dance, live music, disco, and a cabaret show. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for selected Bangkok hotels, with a maximum group size of 15.

“I recommend visiting the "Asiatic" center in Bangkok, we had dinner on a moored sailing ship, but the ferries with dinner were beautiful, a great evening”

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