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The flagship yacht

Naples Princess Cruises

Naples' classic 105-foot sunset yacht, sailing daily from Port-O-Call Marina by Tin City for dinner, lunch, hors d'oeuvres and sightseeing cruises out toward the Gulf.

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If there's one boat that has come to define a Naples evening on the water, it's the Naples Princess. The 105-foot yacht has been carrying visitors out into the sunset for decades, and a sunset dinner aboard her is one of those easy, unhurried Naples experiences that almost everyone leaves happy about.

She's the most polished way to see the coast from the water: three decks, two full-service bars, air-conditioned salons and an open sun deck, with a narrated loop through Naples Bay, the mansions of Port Royal and out toward the Gulf. Pair it with a stroll through Tin City right next door, and read our broader dolphin & sunset cruises guide if you want to compare her against the smaller, livelier boats.

The cruises

Which Naples Princess cruise to pick

She runs several daily public cruises in season. Here's how they differ, so you can match the boat to your day.

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MOST POPULAR · ~2 HOURS

Sunset Dinner Cruise

The flagship outing and the reason most people book. A roughly two-hour cruise with a double-entrée buffet dinner cooked fresh in the galley, two carved or chef-selected mains with Caesar salad, sides and dessert, served while the sun drops over the Gulf. Boarding is about 30 minutes before departure, and times shift with sunset, so check the calendar.

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DRINKS & BITES · ~2 HOURS

Sunset "More Than Hors d'oeuvres" Cruise

The lighter, lower-cost way to catch the same sunset. You get freshly prepared hors d'oeuvres that change nightly plus the two cash bars, without a full sit-down dinner. A good pick for couples who'd rather graze, sip and watch the sky than commit to a meal.

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MIDDAY · ~90 MINUTES

SeaBreeze Lunch Cruise

A daytime buffet cruise of about 90 minutes, with deli meats, cheeses, salads, fresh fruit, breads and dessert as you loop the bay and Port Royal. The calmest, brightest time to see the waterfront homes and to spot dolphins and wading birds along the way.

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NO MEAL · 90 MIN–2 HRS

Sightseeing Cruises

The simplest, most affordable option, an afternoon (about 90 minutes) or sunset (about two hours) narrated sightseeing loop with an appetizer menu and bar service available but no included meal. Ideal if you mainly want the views, the history and time on deck without the dinner price.

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What to expect aboard

A few honest details that help you book the right cruise and turn up prepared.

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DEPARTS · PORT-O-CALL MARINA

Where she leaves from

The Naples Princess sails from Port-O-Call Marina at 550 Port-O-Call Way, downtown and directly next to Tin City. There's free parking in front of the marina office and the lot just to the east, which makes it one of the easier boats to reach in town.

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PRICING · CONFIRM CURRENT

What it costs

Fares run highest for the dinner cruise and lower for the hors d'oeuvres and sightseeing options, with reduced pricing for kids 3–11 and toddlers free (but ticketed). Posted prices don't include port charge, service charge and tax, so confirm the current total when you book.

Tiered fares
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BOOK AHEAD · SELLS OUT

Reservations & weather

Cruises often sell out in season, so book ahead online or by phone rather than walking up. Dress is casual, shoes required. She sails rain or shine thanks to the enclosed salons; if severe weather forces a cancellation, you reschedule rather than lose your spot. Note the 30-inch door limits powered-wheelchair access.

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Good to know: Naples faces due west, so the whole point of the sunset cruises is the sun dropping straight into the Gulf. Aim for a departure timed to sunset, and for the best light book a cruise that leaves roughly an hour before. Cruise times, menus and pricing shift with the season, so always confirm the current schedule with the operator before you plan around it.
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Common questions

Where does the Naples Princess depart from?

She sails from Port-O-Call Marina at 550 Port-O-Call Way in downtown Naples, directly next to the Tin City marketplace. Free parking is available in front of the marina office and in the lot just to the east, and boarding usually begins about 30 minutes before departure.

How long is a Naples Princess cruise?

It depends on the cruise. The afternoon sightseeing and SeaBreeze lunch cruises run about 90 minutes, while the sunset dinner, sunset hors d'oeuvres and sunset sightseeing cruises run closer to two hours. Departure times shift with the season's sunset, so check the operator's calendar.

What's the difference between the dinner cruise and the other sunset cruises?

The Sunset Dinner Cruise includes a full buffet dinner cooked fresh on board and is the priciest, most popular option. The 'More Than Hors d'oeuvres' cruise swaps the meal for nightly appetizers at a lower fare, and the Sunset Sightseeing cruise has no included food at all, just the views, narration and bar service.

How much does a Naples Princess cruise cost?

Fares are tiered, highest for the dinner cruise and lower for the hors d'oeuvres and sightseeing options, with reduced pricing for children 3 to 11 and free (but ticketed) toddlers. Posted prices exclude port charge, service charge and tax, so confirm the current total directly with Naples Princess Cruises when you book.

Do I need a reservation, and what should I wear?

Reservations are strongly recommended because cruises often sell out, especially in season; book online or by phone in advance rather than walking up. Dress is casual and shoes or sandals are required. The boat sails rain or shine thanks to its enclosed, air-conditioned salons.

Will I see dolphins and a sunset?

Often, yes. The cruise loops through Naples Bay, Port Royal and toward the Gulf, where dolphins, pelicans and wading birds are common sightings, though wildlife is never guaranteed. Because Naples faces west onto the Gulf, the sunset cruises are built around watching the sun drop over the open water.