Public Sightseeing Cruises
Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.
Join the Captain and crew on Illinois' only authentic paddle-wheeler where kids and adults alike are fascinated by her tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available! Tickets may be purchased at the dock one-hour prior to cruise up to departure time, or may be purchased in advance at the Riverfront Visitor’s Center located next to our dock. Group discounts are available.
Regular Cruise Dates & Times
Boarding at 12:45pm. Cruise is 1:00pm–2:30pm
- Wednesdays: June 9 - August 18
- Fridays: June 11 - August 20
- Saturdays: June 5 - September 18
- Sundays: June 6 - August 29
No sightseeing cruises on: June 6, July 4, 24, 25, & 28, August 21 & 22
Fall Color Cruise Dates & Times
October 16, 17, & 23
Tickets will go on sale at 2pm.
Boarding begins at 3:00pm.
Cruises start at 3:15pm and return by 4:45pm
Ticket Prices
- Adults (ages 13 through 54): $15
- Senior Citizens (age 55+): $13
- Children (ages 4 through 12): $9
- Children under 3: FREE
- Concessions are available.
Group Lunch during a Sightseeing Cruise
Minimum: 35 people. Cost includes ticket, lunch buffet, 1.5 hour cruise, 1 hour at the dock, taxes & gratuities. Cold deli buffet: $30/person, Hot buffet: $36/person