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Say "I do" to weddings on the water! Enjoy the views as you exchange wedding vows aboard a luxury yacht in Marina Del Rey, Long Beach, or Newport Beach, CA. City Cruises offers several wedding packages designed to provide you with everything you need for the best day of your life - from exquisite cuisine and craft cocktails to a DJ or live band to provide the soundtrack for your first dance with your beloved. If these packages don't fit your needs, our experienced planners can guide you in building your dream wedding on the water, tailoring every detail to your specific wishes in the perfect venue. We can't wait to help you celebrate your big day. Tie the Knot on a Yacht!

Facilities and Capacity

The yachts at City Cruises offer indoor, uncovered, outdoor, and covered outdoor event spaces. The scenic views are seemingly endless and offer stunning photo backdrops for everyone in attendance. Whether you are looking to host an intimate gathering of 10 or a large group of 500, City Cruises welcomes your event. Marina del Rey offers public parking and a shuttle drop-off area for you and your loved ones to make things as simple as possible. The yacht is equipped with WiFi for your convenience.

Services Offered

City Cruises is happy to host a variety of wedding celebrations, including your ceremony, reception, engagement party, and bridal shower. Our experienced event planners will work with you and your partner to assist with every detail from start to finish to ensure that everything goes as smoothly as possible. One of their coordinators can be there on the day to provide a seamless experience. You can opt for a seated dinner or have your meal served buffet style. Cake and lighting/sound services are available upon request. Friendly bar staff can serve your guests tasty libations while you celebrate. The team can provide centerpieces, linens, glassware, chairs, and table rentals. After the big day, they can handle clean up so you can relax after the festivities. Additionally, there are several event options available, including:

  • Ceremony Service, including Captain as Officiant
  • Pre-Boarding for Bridal Party
  • Champagne or Sparkling Cider Toast
  • Hosted Soda, Juice, and Coffee Bar
  • Customized Wedding Cake
  • DJ or Band
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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$5,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$4,500

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,200

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$8

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

20

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

15 yachts

Describe your venue:

Boat/Yacht
Cruise Ship
Garden
Marina
Restaurant
Rooftop
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Markers
Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Drapery
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
October
November

Reviews of City Cruises - Marina del Rey

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Veronica Sent on 11/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

I was treated like a Princess by the staff. It was a dream come true

I felt incredibly taken care of the day of the Wedding. I couldn’t have asked for a better working staff!
J
Jeff Sent on 06/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best proposal planning

I don’t remember if I had originally left a review or not, but my wife and I are sitting here at dinner, talking about the proposal 6 years ago and how It was the best day of her life. Jane was amazing for helping me plan it between the countless emails back and forth, Captain Vic was fantastic in executing the perfect proposal plan- it would not have gone as smoothly without him. the rest of the crew was so on top of everything. The food was absolutely outstanding. We both were so impressed by the quality and level of service. From the hors d’oeuvres all the way down to the dinner and beverages. I highly highly recommend the Lady Hornblower for any and all events, or just a simple cruise.
J
Jeff Sent on 06/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Proposal on the water!

I don’t remember if I had originally left a review or not, but my wife and I are sitting here at dinner, talking about the proposal 6 years ago and how It was the best day of her life. Jane was amazing for helping me plan it between the countless emails back and forth, Captain Vic was fantastic in executing the perfect proposal plan- it would not have gone as smoothly without him. the rest of the crew was so on top of everything. The food was absolutely outstanding. We both were so impressed by the quality and level of service. From the hors d’oeuvres all the way down to the dinner and beverages. I highly highly recommend the Lady Hornblower for any and all events, or just a simple cruise.
Grace
Finli Sent on 06/29/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Lovely and Classy Wedding On Waters

We had a lovely wedding night last November 2021. Jane, Nina, and Alexis were so wonderful! They were very lenient to our request, especially our last minute changes. As the bride, it was easy to tell them what I wanted, how I wanted, and where I wanted everything to be. I even designed our floorplan! Not to mention, their parnter vendor for the cake is exquisite... the cake was amazing. We got a 3 tier, 3 flavor cake for our 75 guests. It was amazing.

Jane, our event manager, was the sweetest. She made our planning experience as smooth as it can be. Nita, who was our wedding planner met with us a few times to make sure everything we want is in place. She was very transparent with our options. Alexis, our day of coordinator was friendly and attentive to our needs during the event.

Overall, from all the events I planned and attended, my wedding was the best because of City Cruises in Marina del Rey and its lovely and wonderful staff. Highly recommend to all busy couples out there. You will not regret it!
M
Marcia Sent on 08/01/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue!!

This was definitely the wedding of my dreams. Everything was perfect! The communication of my wedding coordinator, Megan was amazing. She was super helpful as well as responsive. I would highly recommend Hornblower to anyone.
Tara
Tara Sent on 04/06/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent service and amazing experience

The folks at Hornblower were amazing to work with from the first call to the wedding wrap-up. Picking the packages was made easy by Jane, and coordinating details was so easy-going with the overall coordinator, Elizabeth. Our on-site coordinator, Megan, and the Captain, Dave, and their entire wedding event team were phenomenal! The food was delicious. Our vegetarians and vegans raved that it was some of the best food at a wedding that they'd ever had. Every vendor that Hornblower recommended was amazing and easy to work with. I cannot recommend them enough!
T
Tayler Sent on 08/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
I recently got married aboard the Zumbrota yacht and the experience was better than I could have ever expected! Jane and Elizabeth were extremely helpful, and Christina (the on-board coordinator) was extraordinary! We also had Captain Vic on the ship- he was super fun! We planned this wedding in about two months and Hornblower managed to accommodate all last minute needs and provided all the best vendors for cake, florals, etc. Our guests said the food and endless mimosas were absolutely amazing and everyone had a BLAST. So pleased with Hornblower!
C
Carol Sent on 08/23/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Attended a wedding on the zambrotta on 8/18/18 and it was the best wedding experience ever. Highly recommend this venue. The staff was extraordinary from day one. Loved it. ♥️♥️
C
Connie Sent on 07/16/2017
5 out of 5 rating
What a awesome time! It was so perfect! They let us decorate it and it was awesome! Everyone loved it!
G
Gregory Sent on 03/19/2017
5 out of 5 rating
It was perfect and everything went smoothly. Our family and friends are still talking about it. My wife and I had a very beautiful wedding.
Thank you very much
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City Cruises - Marina del Rey frequently asked questions

City Cruises - Marina del Rey includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
City Cruises - Marina del Rey includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at City Cruises - Marina del Rey includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by City Cruises - Marina del Rey for wedding events is known for:
  • Boat/Yacht
  • Cruise Ship
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop
  • Waterfront
City Cruises - Marina del Rey offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
City Cruises - Marina del Rey offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
City Cruises - Marina del Rey offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
City Cruises - Marina del Rey offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Markers
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Drapery
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
City Cruises - Marina del Rey is recommended by 96% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.8 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in flexibility, 4.8 in professionalism, 4.8 in value and 4.7 in average response time.
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