Christmas Is coming!

As holiday lights begin to mirror the glow of Dublin’s canals, La Peniche invites you aboard for one of the city’s most magical seasonal experiences. This Christmas, we’re weaving together festive dining, canal views, and exclusive private hire options to make your winter celebrations truly unforgettable. ✨ Festive Dining Cruises (Up to December 23rd)

Before the Christmas rush, La Peniche’s famous dining cruises sail as normal. Each cruise features the signature three-course seasonal menu, gliding through Dublin’s historic canal route. You’ll drift beneath 18th century bridges, pass through hand-cranked locks, and savor a meal crafted with care along the way.

• Lunch cruises depart from 1:30 pm

• Dinner cruises depart from 5:30 pm, with flexibility for group bookings

• Cruise time: 1 to 1½ hours, weather and scheduling permitting

• Pricing: Lunch from €40–€45, dinner from €46–€50 per person
  

These cruises are ideal for seasonal dinners with family, festive friends’ nights out, or memorable office parties. Want full control? La Peniche is available for exclusive hire too — see the Exclusive Hire page for group bookings and private events.

🌟 Christmas Eve & Christmas Day | Sit-Down Celebrations

While the barge does not cruise on 24th or 25th December, we open the vessel for sit-down festive meals in a cozy, candlelit setting. It’s a rare opportunity to enjoy Christmas aboard Dublin’s most charming floating restaurant.

• Seating times begin at 12:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 6:30 pm

• Christmas Eve menu: €75 per person (3 courses, bread & butter included)

• Christmas Day menu: €98 per person (3 courses, bread & butter included)

• A €25 deposit per person is required to book; the remaining balance is payable in cash on the day

• No refunds or rescheduling permitted
  

🎁 Exclusive Hire & Larger Bookings

For groups, teams, or special gatherings, you don’t need to wait until December. La Peniche is open for exclusive hire in December (prior to the 24th) and beyond. Whether you're organizing a holiday party, birthday, work do or simply want the barge to yourself, we’ll tailor the experience for up to 60 guests.

Visit the Exclusive Hire page for more details on booking, menu options, and availability.

📍 Location & Booking

• Boarding: Grand Canal Dock, Mespil Road, Dublin 4

• Email: info@lapeniche.ie

• Phone: +353 8794770379

• Booking is done via the La Peniche website’s Book Now page
  

🎄 Why Christmas Aboard La Peniche Is Special

This isn’t just a meal, it’s storytelling in motion. As you float through Dublin’s canal veins, the city reads like an urban fairytale. The warm glow of candlelit interiors, gentle water reflections, and the seasonal menu pull you into the spirit of the holidays. You’re not just dining, you’re experiencing Christmas from a new perspective.