Anthony and I have celebrated New Year's Eve with City Cruises Philadelphia several times over the…read moreyears, so this review is based on more than one NYE experience. Our earlier cruises were wonderful! The food was excellent, the atmosphere was festive, and being out on the Delaware River while bringing in the New Year made for a really special evening. We enjoyed ourselves enough that we chose to return for NYE again. Unfortunately, our experiences during the last few New Year's Eve cruises weren't nearly as good. The food, which had previously been one of the highlights for us, became pretty subpar compared with what we'd experienced in earlier years. The bigger disappointment was paying a higher price for the upgraded upstairs experience, only to see guests who had purchased lower-priced tickets being allowed upstairs and eating from the food provided in our area. If guests are paying a premium for a particular level of service and amenities, I think those differences should be maintained. Otherwise, it leaves you wondering what exactly you paid the additional money for. We haven't returned for NYE since and have found other ways to bring in the New Year. I can't take away from the genuinely wonderful experiences we had here in earlier years, because City Cruises gave us some great NYE memories. I would just love to see the quality and attention to the different ticket experiences return to what we remembered. If that happened, I'd certainly consider giving it another try.

I came aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia for our end-of-year fellows formal, and overall it was a…read morereally fun experience. Between the views, the food, and the atmosphere, it made for a memorable evening on the water. The staff were wonderful throughout the night. Everyone was friendly and accommodating, and the bartender was especially personable. One of my favorite moments was awkwardly pulling out my Tupperware container to take home leftovers. Instead of looking at me funny, the staff actually encouraged it and mentioned that there's often extra food that would otherwise go uneaten. As someone who hates wasting food, I appreciated that a lot. The food was surprisingly good. We had jerk chicken, sliced brisket, and salmon, and all three proteins were generously portioned and flavorful. The jerk chicken had a nice balance of savory spices with just a little heat, the brisket was tender and smoky, and the salmon was moist and well prepared. The salads were fresh as well, especially the chickpea and tomato salad, which had a bright, refreshing flavor that paired nicely with the richer entrées. My favorite side dish was definitely the elote. It was creamy, slightly tangy, and packed with sweet corn flavor. Every bite had that combination of richness and freshness that makes you keep going back for more. The views were fantastic. Cruising along the river gives you a unique perspective of both Philadelphia and New Jersey, especially as the sun starts to go down. The top deck was my favorite area. There were lawn games like cornhole and Connect Four set up, which gave people something fun to do between eating, dancing, and taking photos. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is the condition of the restrooms. Several were noticeably dirty, some toilets struggled to flush properly, and a few stall doors wouldn't latch. Since most people aren't spending a huge amount of time in the bathrooms during a dinner cruise, it wasn't a trip-ruining issue, but it was definitely the weakest part of the experience. Other than that, I had a great time. Good food, great staff, beautiful views, and a fun atmosphere. If you're looking for something a little different for a celebration or group event, it's definitely worth trying at least once. The scenery alone makes it feel like more than just dinner.

Absolutely amazing time. Captain Brent was great. My wife and I celebrated anniversary with river…read morecruise. Amazing and new way to see the city we've lived in for years. So cool. The boat was brand new. Will be back with more friends for sure.

From the owner: See the city like never before on a BYOB cruise in a brand new luxury pontoon boat! read more

We took the 1 hour tour for $24 a person. It was a nice beautiful day and the boat was not packed…read more They play music and serve alcohol. It does have a little private bathroom on board. The ride goes down the canal where the Delaware river and Chesapeake meet. You can see the sites, eagles, ospreys, tug boats and houses. It's a nice little ride. It doesn't go too fast. Once the boat gets out into the channel, it turns around to go back. It is a nice little experience if you have never done something like that before. Not too expensive and nice for families.

We had a great time on a 90 minute sunset cruise. It was a fun atmosphere with music, drinks and…read morelights. Absolutely recommend!

An enjoyable thing to do in New Hope. A 40 min ride is $12 for afults. A nice relaxing cruise…read moreup/down the Delaware River. You get a chance to see multi million dollar homes you will never own. In fact, you probably can't afford the monthly electric bill. Anyways, we saw a bald eagle and that was better than the million dollar houses :/ A fun ride and they can accommodate parties.

We walked by the outdoor sales counter and bought tickets ($12 each, cash only) from the wife. The…read moresignage only said when the boat was departing not the duration or cost. Nor did it show where we'd go or what we'd see. It turned out to be a small trip and one that was not interesting at all. The husband was out on the small pontoon boat. When we saw the boat we laughed that it didn't look like much. Anyway we boarded and the husband pointed out some minor things to see. He pointed out a bald eagle in top of a power pole, the level of a few floods, and some turtles on a log. How useless. It was only 20 minutes each way. When asked a question, he reluctantly repeated what he said earlier. Seems like the guy wasn't so nice to us. For the same price, we'd have been better off going for desserts.

We opted for the Summer Breeze boat ride on a Sunday afternoon 4pm option. Right next to…read moreSchaefer's. It's a 2 hour boat ride. The cost was $19 per adult and $10 per kid. You can bring food and drinks on the boat though they do have a bar full of options to choose from if you want a beer or cocktails. No food options to purchase on the boat. Everyone was nice and my son even was able to take the wheel for a while. A positive was that we were able to jump on the boat with no reservation. There are 4 large booth tables and plenty of other folding chairs and tables to relax by. They have a bathroom on board the ship with its very own window. I'm not sure if it's normal but there was no music playing which I liked since I was able to have conversations with my family. Tom & Steve are the owners and very nice and welcoming.

Diana was awesome. The owners daughter / bartender / host…read more The captain was Great experience all in all it was awesome I had a party of nine and three kids it was a great experience recommend it for everyone and anyone

No better way to kick off the unofficial start to summer on the Jersey Shore than chasing the…read moresunset on the bay. Was thrilled to be able to take in this breathtaking sight aboard The Summer Wind. The boat is well maintained and Chris made the entire sunset cruise an enjoyable experience for our whole group. Will definitely be chartering with Barnegat Bay Cruise Co again!

We had such a nice and relaxing cruise around the bay. Filled with history and explosive sunsets…read more These hosts really give you your money's worth. Grab a pizza and pack your cooler, this experience is a real trip staple.

What a great time!! A group of us (10) were celebrating a friend's 50th birthday. From start to…read morefinish, we had a fun time. The entire staff is so accommodating. Tables were reserved for us in the back of the ship which was ideal. Everyone received a complimentary cocktail and there are several snack food choices available to purchase (ie fish and chips, pretzels, etc. In the lower level, is the bar and you place your food order and the staff brings your food directly to your table, piping hot. The scenic route is just so relaxing and the vibe on the ship is so friendly and upbeat. The star of the ship, however, is DJ Esco. Oh my!! DJ Esco played music from my era (1970's) thru the 80's 90's to present. He knows how to get a party started and keep it going!! It was one big lovefest, from the children to the seniors on the dance floor and if not dancing, singing from your seat or while taking in the views. Happy Birthday was sung to all the birthday folks and though the time just flew by it felt like we had been cruising longer than two hours. I am so looking forward to returning and enjoying many more celebrations on RMS Cruises. Thanks to the entire crew - We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Firstly I would like to thank the entire staff and owners/captains who made my mom's birthday a…read moretruly special experience. She was in love with the time spent and how friendly everyone was. A time was had and will not be forgotten! This was my mom and I's first time aboard the Emerald princess and it was something I've had my eyes on for quite sometime. I was very interested in their fall foliage cruises but was unable to get around to booking. A brunch cruise came up on my instagram feed around the time of my mom's birthday and decided to treat her. We departed at 11am and circled around by West Point and came back. It was a beautiful Saturday morning with smooth waters and blue skies. The boat was very spacious, comfortable and welcoming. On the table they had a lot of Peekskill attractions to encourage you to venture out around the town. After departing at 11am we were served complimentary mimosas and the brunch buffet was opened shortly after that. The spread was wonderful. They served eggs, bacon, sausage, two types of quiche, pancakes, seasoned potatoes, penne vodka, chicken francese, assorted muffins and fresh fruit. Everything was served hot, fresh and delicious. The buffet was not self service but it was opened right up until a few mins before the cruise ended. There was plenty of food and no shame in going back for seconds or thirds! They had a friendly bartender that had soft drinks, waters, wines/beers and cocktails made to order. The views were amazing from the upper and lower decks. We had access to the entire boat. The owner came around to greet everyone and surprised us when she announced that if anyone wanted to drive the boat the opportunity would soon come! My mom was thrilled. There is a picture of my mom actually steering the boat in a captains hat lol! I loved seeing her happy and knew I made the right choice booking us tickets with R.M.S cruises. I really couldn't recommend it more and if you need some extra convincing please refer to the picture of my mom with the captains hat on. Her happiness from this brunch cruise is infectious!

We highly enjoyed our trip in and around the Chesapeake Bay. It's a little disorganized regarding…read morefinding the entrance/dock if you want to jump on the boat last minute. It's to the (R) of Schaefer's restaurant. When we finally found someone they were helpful. We went on the Sunday 4pm (2 hr cruise). We ended up getting one of the booths at the back of the boat and sat by the bar area. You can bring any food and/or drinks you want onto the boat which is great. Otherwise they have a fully stocked bar in the back and prices aren't too bad. They inform you of all of the birds and anything if significance you pass. Tom & Steve are the owners. They are very nice. The cost was $19 per adult and $10 per kiddo. I did appreciate that they didn't play any music so we could converse.

Another perfect cruise. Always a great time aboard the Summer Breeze. The owners, the captain and…read morethe bartender were all very professional and made sure that everyone had a great time.

What an amazing experience. We had no idea this type of thing even existed and , are so glad we…read morefound it! From booking to boarding everything was super easy. The food was fantastic and the staff was friendly! I never thought the views would be so great on the Delaware River. Both Philadelphia and Camden look so different when you're out there. It's magical! My favorite part was going under the Ben Franklin Bridge; it's just so much bigger from below! We couldn't have booked a more perfect day. The city was scorching hot but, once we got out on the water it felt great! I highly recommend this. We'll definitely be doing it again!

Capt. Tim and crew know how to do it right! My Husband and I enjoyed the brunch cruise aboard the…read moreSS Kusrin for our anniversary and we couldn't praise the experience enough. The food, environment and overall hospitality gave a first class feel from beginning to end. We're going to do the sunset cruise next! Highly recommend!