The World’s 14 Best Concerts & Shows

1.Budapest Danube Cruise and Dinner Options, Live Music and Dance

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,428 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Board at Akadémia 2 ponton for a roughly two-hour evening on the Danube, including a 90-minute cruise past Parliament, Buda Castle, the bridges, and Gellért Baths. Choose a buffet, Gulyás and lángos, or Wine&Dine option, then enjoy live Hungarian music and folk dancing.

“We were really looking forward to this dinner river cruise, but unfortunately the experience fell short. Boarding felt chaotic—the greeter was shouting orders rather than offering a warm welcome, which set the tone right away. There was very little communication throughout the evening, especially around when the buffet was open and what food or drinks were actually included in the cruise. This left many guests confused. Additionally, the food quantities were quite limited for the number of people onboard, and several items ran out quickly. Overall, the cruise lacked organization and hospitality, which took away from what should have been an enjoyable evening on the Danube. Would not recommen...”

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2.3-Course-Dinner Cruise on the Seine with live music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,248 reviews · 2h 30m · from $135

Spend 150 minutes cruising from the Eiffel Tower while enjoying a three or four-course French dinner, wine options, and live singing. Choose from center, panoramic, window, or front-of-boat seating. The vegetarian menu is available on request, and the smart-casual dress code matters.

“Fantastic time with excellent food and service. The singer during the cruise was exceptional, regularly moving around with the guests, and possessing an excellent voice. The range of music nicely aligned with the views from the river. I would highly recommend this excursion.”

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3.4-Course Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,827 reviews · 2h 30m · from $153

Board a Bateaux Mouches restaurant boat near Pont de l'Alma for a 150-minute evening cruise. You’ll enjoy four French courses, wine or Champagne, piano and violin, and views of Notre Dame, the Louvre, and the Eiffel Tower sparkling at night.

“a really good evening experience. well worth doing. a great way to see Paris in the evening.”

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4.Gourmet Dinner Cruise on Seine River with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,531 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $69

Cruise the Seine aboard Le Diamant Bleu for a three-course French meal, live singer and guitar, and a DJ-led dance set. You will pass Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Pont Alexandre III, and the Eiffel Tower, with upper-deck views and optional VIP seating.

“Honestly one of the best things I did in Europe. We did VIP for a window seat and it was so worth it. Views were great and the food was amazing. Dessert was very small but first 2 courses were awesome. The boat was the largest, most spacious and prettiest one I saw on the water. Made me feel fancy and luxurious. Staff were so friendly. Didn’t have to rush to a seat, everyone’s seats are pre-allocated based on bookings and you had your own tables.”

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5.Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,154 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $129

Board at Dock 7 for a 2.5-hour evening cruise with Legenda City Cruises. Choose from several options across four courses, enjoy a welcome drink and live Hungarian music, and watch Parliament, Buda Castle, Gellért Hill, Margaret Island, and Budapest’s bridges glow after dark.

“Beautiful sailing with the most beautiful views of Budapest! Delicious food, fun entertainment - one of the highlights of my trip to Hungary. I highly recommend!”

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6.Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,770 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $133

Cruise Budapest by night aboard a comfortable boat with floor-to-ceiling windows, a four-course adult dinner, welcome wine, beer, or champagne, and live music. The 2.5-hour route offers lit bridges and riverside buildings, with drinks available to buy and no guide included.

“We highly recommend the cruise! The staff was awesome and great selection of food and drinks. Our cruise was at night and the city lights were fantastic. If possible, I recommend trying to time it at dusk.”

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7.Seine River Cruise with 3-Course Dinner & Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 570 reviews · 75 minutes - 2 hours · from $182

Enjoy a three-course Maxim’s dinner aboard a small Seine boat, with guaranteed window seating, champagne, wine, live piano music, and views of the Louvre, Notre Dame, and Eiffel Tower. Choose the 6:45 PM or 9:15 PM departure, and dress smart casual.

“The boat was excellent with all window seating. Views, service, food and also music. were all fantastic. Very romantic as well.”

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8.Royal Princess River Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 535 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Spend two hours aboard the Royal Princess, sailing from Asiatique with an unlimited Thai, Western, Japanese, and seafood buffet. Enjoy live singers, rooftop or air-conditioned seating, and evening views of Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, ICONSIAM, river hotels, and Rama VIII Bridge.

“a great way to see bangkok. the boat was stunning. the entertainment was fantastic. the food was delicious and the drink selection was wide and cheap. thank you for a great evening.”

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9.Salzburg: River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 406 reviews · 5 hours · from $128

Spend about five hours combining a 40-minute Salzach River cruise, dinner at Hohensalzburg Fortress, and a Mozart concert in its historic halls. You make your own way between stops, ride the funicular at no extra cost, and choose between classic and VIP dinner menus.

“The activity was good fun, the cruise interesting, just a short walk from the cruise to the cable cart upto the fort. The dinner was excellent value for money and the concert was beautiful. Highly recommend, great value for money.”

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10.Royal Princess River Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 376 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $28

You’ll cruise the Chao Phraya River aboard the Royal Princess, passing ICONSIAM, Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, and Rama VIII Bridge. The dinner sailing includes an international seafood buffet, live music, Thai dance, drinks, and Bangkok night views. Exchange your mobile voucher for a paper ticket at Asiatique.

“Vegetarian buffet options were not there and when booking there was no options for it .”

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11.Seine River Champagne Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 287 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $123

Cruise the Seine for 90 minutes to two hours with a three-course seasonal dinner, one glass of Champagne, and a live singer. You will pass Notre Dame, the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and other landmarks from a smaller, elegant boat. Window seating may be available, but it is not guaranteed.

“It was a beautiful evening, accompanied by good food, attentive staff and beautiful live music. It's worth pampering yourself in this way, in the company of your loved one”

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12.Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 280 reviews · 4 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $136

Spend about four hours seeing Salzburg from the Salzach River and Hohensalzburg Fortress. The package includes a 40-minute cruise, funicular rides, dinner in the Panorama Restaurant, and a 90-minute Mozart concert. VIP adds a special menu, program booklet, and sparkling wine at intermission.

“This was a fabulous experience ! I had my 11 yr old granddaughter, daughter and 81 yr old Aunt with me and it was truly enjoyed by all! I would highly recommend this amazing experience!”

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13.Phnom Penh: Mekong Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 261 reviews · 2 hours · from $9Best value

Spend two hours on the Mekong with Cambo Cruise, choosing a 5pm sunset sailing or a 7pm city-lights trip. Expect live Khmer music, a welcome cocktail, Phnom Penh views, and optional all-you-can-eat dinner. Hotel pickup may be included within 3km of the pier.

“The food was beautiful and the staff really encouraged us to make the most of the all you can eat aspect. Our guide was really friendly and made some really interesting conversation with us. The Cambodian music was really relaxing and the cruise itself was really lovely, although it doesn't go very far you get to see the sunset and then the lights along the riverside which were really pretty. The prices to buy drinks on board were also reasonable. 10/10 recommend.”

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14.Saigon River Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 83 reviews · from $48

Spend three hours on the Saigon River with a Vietnamese buffet or set menu, live music, and nighttime views of Ho Chi Minh City. Hotel pickup and drop-off cover districts 1, 3, and 4, with an English-speaking guide and van transfer included.

“food was fabulous and lots of variety to choose from. Good communication from guide. Just a great way to relax on our last night in Vietnam.”

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