When looking to plan the all-important coming-of-age Sweet 16 for your teen, look no further than Washington, DC. The Nation’s Capital is a city filled with history, wonderful neighborhoods, top museums, parks galore, a great restaurant and nightlife scene, and more landmarks than you can mention. It’s here where the nation’s three branches of government reside and where tourists from all over the world flock on a daily basis. It’s a journey you don’t want to miss and a fine city to host an important birthday milestone.

No matter the season, it’s always a great time to visit Washington, DC. Did you know this great city is home to the Smithsonian Museum, the National Mall, the Museum of African Art, the National Archives, and so much more? Putting together a Sweet 16 party in a city as grand as Washington, DC, makes perfect sense, especially when you plan it with City Cruises.

Celebrate a Sweet 16 on the Water with City Cruises in Washington, DC

There are so many great places to celebrate a Sweet 16 in the Washington, DC area, from parks and hotels to a variety of museums as well as restaurants. The International Spy Museum is a very cool spot for an espionage-themed party. There is also Fiola Mare, an Italy-inspired restaurant known for its seafood and a great place for a party.

To take it one step further, take your teen’s Sweet 16 to the water aboard a City Cruises yacht. This is where adventurous parties start and unforgettable memories are made. It’s easy to host your teen’s Sweet 16 with our Washington, DC, Social Events. As the guests sail along the Potomac River, you will have front-row seats to Washington, DC’s iconic landmarks, including Jefferson Memorial, the Georgetown waterfront, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, and Arlington Memorial Bridge.

At City Cruises, we have all-inclusive packages that can be customized to your vision. They can also be tailored to fit your party size and your budget. Everything we do lets you kick back and relax, so you don’t have to worry about anything while the teens enjoy a memorable party. Working with our warm and welcoming staff members, who help make everything go smoothly, allows you to thoroughly soak up the magical moment in your and your teen’s life. Do you and your teen want a theme? Maybe a special mocktail created just for the special day? Fun photos in a photo booth? The sky’s the limit for your teen’s party.

Get on Board with a Sweet 16 Birthday Brunch Cruise

Gather your teen and their friends for a brunch that stands out from the rest. The Washington, DC, Signature Brunch Cruise is where fun memories are made. They will enjoy a chef-prepared buffet along with delicious mocktails inside one of our yachts. Whether they are cozy inside or enjoying the breeze on the open-air decks, this is a one-of-a-kind brunch that will take the Sweet 16 party to the next level. The two-hour cruise comes complete with a live DJ, dancing, and fun games for everyone on board to enjoy.

Tour of the Washington Monument for a Birthday Adventure

Along with a host of fun Sweet 16 things to do with friends and special guests, add the ultimate DC adventure: National Mall Fully Guided Tour with Washington Monument Tickets. Historic Washington, DC, has so much to do and see, but the National Mall and the Washington Monument are true highlights.

The itinerary includes the National Mall and an open-air museum that tells the story of how the nation was shaped. First, stop at the Albert Einstein Memorial. Other important sites include the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Martin Luther King Memorial, and many more.

Enjoy a Sweet 16 Dinner Cruise

The Washington, DC, Premier Dinner Cruise is a must-attend for an extraordinary Sweet 16 dinner. You, your teen, and your guests will enjoy an elegant, unparalleled experience of fine dining and entertainment.

This 2.5-hour cruise along the Potomac River requires cocktail attire and includes breathtaking evening views of the city. Our top-notch chefs prepare a three-course plated meal, which includes crab and potato chowder and honeycrisp apple salad for starters. The main choices include smoked chili-rubbed Atlantic salmon and seasonal potato gnocchi. Don’t forget to indulge in desserts, including chocolate toffee crunch cake and Spanish Basque-style’ cheesecake. Your Sweet 16 teen and their guests can enjoy mocktails and dancing to a live DJ. The yacht decks are climate-controlled for year-round cruising and in all weather conditions.

Choose the City Cruises Vessel that Best Suits Your Party

City Cruises has many vessels from which to choose when it comes to luxury yachts serving as your birthday party venue. Explore Our Washington DC Fleet to find the one that best suits your teen’s Sweet 16 party needs. From large to more intimate, there is something for everyone.

• The Odyssey DC is one of the larger venues, with a capacity for 600 guests. It is a one-level climate-controlled glass-enclosed yacht with two bars.
• National Elite is a three-level yacht that can accommodate 140 guests. The dining vessel has a fully enclosed, climate-controlled dining deck, a cocktail lounge, and an open-air sky deck.
• The Capital Elite can accommodate 80 guests. This two-level yacht is a dining vessel with a fully enclosed, climate-controlled dining deck and cocktail lounge, as well as an open-air deck off the cocktail lounge.

Celebrate Your Sweet 16 with City Cruises in Washington, DC

A Sweet 16 is a landmark occasion that warrants a very special party. Make sure you do it right for your teen with a special event on a City Cruises luxury yacht! It will be an unforgettable time with great food, friends and family, and views of Washington, DC that you can’t beat. We cannot wait to see you, your teen, and their guests for an exciting S16 they won’t soon forget. Ready to start planning? Complete this form, and one of our expert event coordinators will contact you to get the party started.