City Cruises Norfolk

Guest capacity

Up to 300 seated guests

About this venue

Create the wedding of your dreams on the most unique venue imaginable. Our all-inclusive packages and dedicated wedding team will help make planning as stress-free as possible. Custom-create your perfect day with chef-designed menus, exceptional service, and unforgettable views from our indoor and outdoor decks where there’s plenty of room for dining, dancing, and festivities. Come aboard and tie the knot with City Cruises in Norfolk!

Seated guest capacity

20-300

Venue type

Beaches, Waterfront Settings
Urban Locations

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

173 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510

Our event spaces

Spirit of Norfolk

Any ceremony, reception, or wedding-related event with City Cruises!

The Spirit is a three-level dining vessel with two interior climate-controlled dining decks and three exterior observation decks.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Luxurious and chic

Guests often feel this space is

“Cozy and Luxurious”

Included in this room:

Whether you are looking for an intimate gathering or a lavish reception, the City Cruises - Norfolk team of wedding specialists will assist you from concept to delivery. Packages include everything from setup and cleanup to lighting and sound. The Spirit is the perfect “something blue” for couples, and it hosts engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and post-wedding brunches as well as ceremonies and receptions.

Freedom Elite

Whether you are looking for an intimate gathering or a lavish reception, our team of wedding specialists will assist you from concept to delivery.

The Freedom Elite is a high-end, private yacht offering complete customization with an open-air lounge deck. This vessel hosts exclusively private events and can welcome up to 60 guests aboard their two private decks and outdoor lounge. For dining, City Cruises presents buffet-style meals with freshly prepared entrees, sides, and desserts. Couples can also have hors d'oeuvres or stations. Servers are stationed on board to ensure every passenger receives quality service.

Guest capacity

15-62 Seated

Up to 70 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Luxurious and chic

Guests often feel this space is

“Cozy and Luxurious”

Included in this room:

We offer various all-inclusive packages ensuring that couples receive all they want for their picture-perfect day. Packages include everything from setup and cleanup to lighting and sound. The Spirit is the perfect “something blue” for couples, and it hosts engagement parties, rehearsal dinners, and post-wedding brunches as well as ceremonies and receptions.

Spirit of Norfolk

Any ceremony, reception, or wedding-related event with City Cruises!

The Spirit is a three-level dining vessel with two interior climate-controlled dining decks and three exterior observation decks.

Guest capacity

Up to 300 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Wedding shower, Luxurious and chic

Guests often feel this space is

“Cozy and Luxurious”

Included in this room:

Freedom Elite

Whether you are looking for an intimate gathering or a lavish reception, our team of wedding specialists will assist you from concept to delivery.

Guest capacity

15-62 Seated

Up to 70 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Cocktail hour, Luxurious and chic

Guests often feel this space is

“Cozy and Luxurious”

Included in this room:

Available services that can be provided by City Cruises Norfolk

Services & amenities

Bar services
Catering services
Clean up
Dance floor
Event coordinator
Event rentals
Event staff
Lighting/Sound
Service staff
Set up
Wedding cake services

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Awesome experience!
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•Andrea N.•Jan 7, 2025
City Cruises Norfolk was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. They were responsive, courteous, and accommodating throughout the entire planning process. The value was definitely worth it for an all-inclusive venue - the food was delicious, the wait staff was amazing, and the DJ kept our dance floor packed all day long. The crew on the day of the wedding was absolutely incredible, ensuring everything ran smoothly so we could simply enjoy ourselves. We and all of our guests had an amazing time celebrating our special day on the water. Almost a month later and everyone is still talking about it! Highly recommend City Cruises Norfolk for any couples looking for an unforgettable wedding experience.