Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise

4.4 (133 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Happy Hour Sightseeing Cruise — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Take in the sights of Portland, Oregon from a different perspective. Cruise through the heart of Portland on the Willamette River. Enjoy a narration of the sights available on all the decks. A happy hour menu and full bar is available for purchase during the cruise.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 400 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Portland Spirit Cruises & Events

Ages: Infants (0–0 years) · Children (1–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 1.5-hour cruise on the Willamette River
Included: OPTIONAL: Bring headphones for your phone & listen to narration via our app (instruction on board)
Included: Historical narration plays on all levels of the vessel

Not included

Not included: No food/drink included (food & drinks can be purchased on board)
Not included: Souvenir boarding photo

Itinerary

Hawthorne Bridge

Passing by

Pass by the Hawthorne Bridge that joins Hawthorne Boulevard and Madison Street. This truss bridge is the oldest vertical-lift bridge operating in the United States and the oldest highway bridge in Portland.
Marquam Bridge

Passing by

Pass by the Marquam Bridge which is the busiest bridge in Oregon. It is a double-deck, steel-truss cantilever bridge carrying Interstate 5 traffic.
Stop 3

Passing by

Cruise by OMSI and see the USS Blueback, a barbel class submarine in the United States Navy.
Tilikum Crossing

Passing by

Cruise under this cable-stayed bridge known as the Bridge of the People.
Ross Island Bridge

Passing by

Cruise under the Ross Island Bridge that connects Arthur Street to Powell Boulevard. This is a cantilever truss bridge that spans the Willamette River.
Oaks Amusement Park

Passing by

Cruise by the oldest continually operating amusement park in the country. Oaks Amusement Park opened in May 1905 and is just 3.5 miles south of Downtown Portland.
Sellwood Bridge

Passing by

Cruise under the Sellwood Bridge. This is a deck arch bridge that spans the Willamette River.
Sellwood Riverfront Park

Passing by

Cruise by this riverfront part covering about 7.6 acres in southeast Portland.
Waverley Country Club

Passing by

Cruise by Waverley Country Club, one of the first golf clubs in the west, established in 1896. Fifty years before the construction of Waverley Country Club on the current site, its history can be traced back to Henderson Luelling, known as the Johnny Appleseed of the West. It is believed by many that the presentation of the green jacket at the Masters started at Waverley.
Tom McCall Waterfront Park

Passing by

Cruise by much of Tom McCall Waterfront Park which has 36 acres of open space and is host to a variety of events throughout the year.
Morrison Bridge

Passing by

Cruise under the Morrison Bridge, named after a Scottish immigrant, John L. Morrison, who built the first home on Morrison Street.
Burnside Bridge

Passing by

Cruise under the Burnside Bridge, distinctive for its Italian Renaissance-style towers and was made famous by its architect Joseph Straus, who was also the architect for the famed Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.
Oregon Convention Center

Passing by

The Oregon Convention Center is easy to recognize from the water due to its two blue-green glass spires.
Moda Center

Passing by

The Rose Quarter campus includes the Veterans Memorial Coliseum and Moda Center. The Moda Center has a seating capacity of nearly 20,000 for NBA basketball games and is the current home of the Portland Trailblazers.
Steel Bridge

Passing by

The Steel Bridge is quite remarkable for all its design characteristics. It is the world's only double deck bridge with independent lifts.
Portland Oregon Sign

Passing by

The Burnside Bridge is a great spot to view the "Portland Oregon" sign also known as the "White Stag" sign, which we’ll pass on the port side of the vessel.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please note: A member of the Portland Spirit customer service team will contact you if there are any changes to your boarding location.

End point

Please note: A member of the Portland Spirit customer service team will contact you if there are any changes to your boarding location.

Using your ticket

Checking Into Your Cruise:

IMPORTANT: You will need to show the QR code in this email to board the vessel. Please have this email readily available on your mobile device or a printed copy to be scanned upon boarding.
Please arrive early! The boat leaves promptly at the scheduled departure time. For the sake of everyone on board, we are unable to delay for late arrivals. View parking recommendations: www.portlandspirit.com/parking-directions
When you arrive at the dock, you will first be greeted by our captain; passengers 18 years of age and older must carry photo identification.
We are U.S. Coast Guard regulated; as part of our safety and security plan we take a required boarding photo of all passengers, but it's optional to purchase the printed souvenir photo.

Please Note:

Historical narration will play on all decks, or you may bring headphones for your cell phone to listen via our app; instructions available on board.
Sightseeing cruises are casual dress. Avoid thin high heels.
All carry-on bags are subject to inspection.
The boarding area is not covered; please dress appropriately for the weather.

Accessibility Options:

Wheelchairs may come aboard the enclosed lower deck.
Printed narration guides are available to those with hearing impairments or prefer a visual guide. A large print version of the narration guide is also available to borrow.
For guests with sensory sensitivities due to autism or other neurodivergent traits, we offer sensory kits on board upon request, including items like an eye mask and earplugs.
Have questions? Call our office during business hours at 503-224-3900.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a NON Smoking Vessel
Gluten Free options available
Vegan options available
Wheelchairs are able to come aboard the enclosed lower deck — please notify us when booking. Stairs are required to venture to the upper decks.
Boarding photo required as part of our safety & security plan