The 15 Garden Dinners That Earn Their Ticket

1.White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise free Beer

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,573 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Our pick

Spend two hours aboard the White Orchid, passing Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, ICONSIAM, and Rama VIII Bridge. You’ll have a Thai and international buffet, welcome drink, free-flow beer, live music, Thai dance, and a cabaret show on the night cruise. Choose from Asiatique or ICONSIAM departure options.

“This was a wonderful way to see Bangkok at night. Great fun, ample food and good entertainment.”

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2.2-Hour Dinner & Shows on White Orchid River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 897 reviews · from $43

Spend two hours aboard the White Orchid Cruise on Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River. Enjoy a welcome drink, Thai and international buffet, live music, classical Thai dance, and cabaret while passing Wat Arun, Wat Pho, and the Grand Palace. Seats are assigned, so check boarding details carefully.

“Experience was great with beautiful views and entertainment was also superb which included cabaret show and music show Food also was yummy with good variety including thai as well as international dishes”

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3.White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 279 reviews · 1 day · from $22Best value

You’ll cruise Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River from Asiatique or ICONSIAM, choosing a sunset or dinner sailing. Expect an unlimited seafood and international buffet, beer, live music, traditional dance, skyline views, and stops near major bridges. Hotel transfers are not included.

“This cruise was nice. it was a little crowded but the food was plentiful, the entertainment was good and the cruise itself was great. the sights were pointed out as we asked up and down the river. nice night out”

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4.Flamenco Show with Dinner at Jardines de Zoraya

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 250 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $67

Spend 2.5 hours at Jardines de Zoraya in Granada’s Albaycín, with about 90 minutes of Andalusian dinner followed by an intense hour of guitar, singing, and dance. The show is visual, introductions are in Spanish and English, and drinks are extra.

“Overall a fantastic night out, everything we expected and more. Beyond everyones control it rained so sadly we didn't get to enjoy our tapas dinner in the gardens which looked lovely however we were well looked after having drinks in a covered area first & then our tapas in the main room where the Flamenco show was. All 5 of those involved in The Flamenco were brilliant, truly talented. Loved every minute of it & could easily have gone to see more Flamenco the following night. The staff were all lovely & very efficient with dealing with the rain situation. A great night out.”

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5.The White Orchid: Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise Experience

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 223 reviews · from $42

Spend about two hours cruising Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River aboard the White Orchid. Enjoy a welcome drink, Thai and international buffet dishes, live music, Thai dance, and cabaret while viewing Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Rama VIII Bridge, and royal barges.

“The check-in process is so busy and only 1 person in the check in. The food was ok plenty off food . The staff were very polite and friendly”

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6.The White Orchid River Dinner Cruise Experience

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 58 reviews · from $42

Cruise the Chao Phraya River for about two hours aboard the White Orchid, with an international buffet, welcome drink, live music, cabaret, and Thai dance. You will pass Bangkok landmarks after dark, then return to Asiatique, a useful spot for shopping, food, and the Ferris wheel.

“Boat was late docking so we were waiting around for over an hr. Staff were really friendly and while to food was cold it was really nice. Prices were average for Bangkok. Glad I went on ot but probably wouldn't rebook”

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7.Kauai: Allerton Garden and Estate Tour with Sunset Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 55 reviews · 3 hours · from $106

Spend three hours at Allerton Garden with an English-speaking guide such as Ron, Randy, or Makai. Walk through tropical garden rooms, see Jurassic Park trees, visit the Allerton Estate and Queen Emma’s cottage, then enjoy dinner and a drink on the lanai at sunset.

“A beautiful garden and private beach tour. Small gardens but worth a visit. Guide was excellent!”

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8.White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise free Beer

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 11 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Spend about two hours aboard the White Orchid, enjoying a buffet of Thai and Western dishes, unlimited beer, live music, Thai dance, and cabaret. The open-air deck gives you views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Rama VIII Bridge by night.

“mal, inicio tarde y no cumplieron con el tiempo de 2 horas pagado”

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9.White Orchid Sunset Dinner Cruise Calypso Ladyboy Cabaret Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $62

Meet at Asiatique at 5pm for a 1.45-hour Chao Phraya River cruise with Thai food, seafood, and live music. See Wat Arun and the Grand Palace from the water, then attend Calypso Cabaret at 7:30pm with one drink included.

“The cruise and show were incredible. Great atmosphere well worth the money spent. My only criticism was the check in locations were not clear and I spent a significant amount of time trying to find the cruise check in desk only just making it in time before the cut off. Hence the 4 stars.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 7 reviews · from $103

Spend an evening on the White Orchid River Cruise, sailing past Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and Bangkok’s bridges. You’ll have a buffet dinner, welcome drink, Thai classical dance, live music, and a cabaret show. Pickup is available, with the boat returning to River City.

“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.Sky Garden Access Ticket + 2 Course Dinner at Larch Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49

Start with a two-course Italian meal, gelato or sorbet at Larch opposite Sky Garden, then enter London’s highest public gardens for one hour. Use the multilingual audio guide, spot famous landmarks, and enjoy panoramic evening views. The outdoor balcony is closed after 6pm.

“Bad food. Bad experience. Don’t spend your money here. It’s a tourist trap. You expect dinner in Skygarden, but you eat very bad Italian food opposite the entrance from Skygarden.”

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12.3-Course Organic Dinner in Garden with Views of French Riviera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $114Top rated

Join host Marie-Christine, also referred to as Marie, for a four-hour three-course Niçoise dinner at her hillside home above Nice. Expect garden-grown organic produce, wine, sea views, and a small shared table. Tell the host about allergies or dietary needs before arrival.

“What a wonderful experience to enjoy our guests home with a fabulous meal. Learning the secrets of Niçoises style cooking right out of the garden.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2 reviews · from $104

Set out from River City Bangkok at 7:45 pm for a four-hour White Orchid cruise past Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and two major bridges. Hotel pickup, buffet dinner, welcome drink, Thai dance, cabaret, live music, and a 360-degree open deck are included. No guide names are provided.

“This was a wonderfulful night on the river. Helps to have beautiful weather. (Waited to book till we found a night like that). Good food free beer. Wine and cocktails were extra but decently priced. Enjoyed entertainment.”

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14.Deluxe Dinner Package by Luke Nguyen at Botanic House

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $136

Spend about two hours at Botanic House in Sydney’s Royal Botanic Garden with a banquet-style tasting menu by Luke Nguyen. Expect Southeast Asian flavors, Australian produce, native ingredients, selected wine pairings, and coffee or tea, with several evening times available.

“A gorgeous location, fantastic multi-course top chef level dining experience. We enjoyed every course and loved the views!”

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15.Candlelight Dinner in Ubud Garden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Share a private four-course dinner for two at Kamandalu Ubud, where candles and garden lights frame dishes such as seared beef, grilled chicken roll, and caramel macchiato cheesecake. Arrive at 6pm for the best chance to catch sunset before the garden glows at night.

“Food Quality and Crew Attention were superb. Best to come is 6pm, to enjoy the sundown and see the garden enlightened by the candles.”

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